On This Day in Alexandria History — “On November 10, 1900, the Alexandria Golf Club, located on Shuter’s Hill, hosted its first tournament. Golf course designer Robert White of Cincinnati had laid out the links that fall, and the following year a clubhouse was built. Entrance fees at the nine-hole course were $5 for men and $3 for women.” [Historic Alexandria]
City Council to Meet This Evening — City Council’s meeting begins at 5:45 p.m. at the Del Pepper Community Resource Center. Items of note on the agenda are a state of the economy update, Cameron Run update, recommendation from the School Board election reform ad hoc committee, consideration of the legislative agenda for the General Assembly, and expanding youth helmet requirements. [City of Alexandria]
Skepticism Over Deactivated Flock Cameras — “The city officially decommissioned its 61 Flock cameras Oct. 30 following months of public pushback over privacy and surveillance concerns. But video recorded by an Alexandria resident appears to show the cameras continuing to activate in response to passing traffic. Alexandria police insist that the cameras are no longer recording or collecting data.” [WUSA9]
DASH Board Chair Seeks Options to Repay City — “Chair David Kaplan described the request in a Nov. 7 letter from the Alexandria Transit Company board to Mayor Alyia Gaskins, City Council and City Manager James Parajon. The letter and its two attachments are posted with the materials for the board’s Nov. 12 meeting. The letter also says the costs behind DASH’s $5.9 million fiscal 2027 shortfall ‘are costs DASH should have better anticipated when the budget was developed.'” [Alexandria Brief]
Flood Resilience Plan Up for Public Feedback — “The City is seeking public feedback on its draft Flood Resilience Plan through Tuesday, Dec. 1. The plan is intended to guide future work to reduce flooding and make neighborhoods more resilient. According to the City’s October announcement, the draft incorporates flood-risk assessments, potential infrastructure projects and community feedback.” [The Zebra]
AWLA Shares Need for Paper Bag Donations — “We use paper and reusable shopping/grocery bags to package up Pet Pantry and AniMeals orders for pets and pet parents in our community. You can donate any and all paper/reusable bags (grocery bag size or larger please) at the shelter Monday through Friday 9 am – 7 pm or Saturday and Sunday from 9 am – 5 pm. We’re located at 4101 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304.” [Animal Welfare League of Alexandria/Facebook]
Volunteers Sought for Alexandria Turkey Trot — “Every Thanksgiving morning, the Alexandria Turkey Trot brings thousands of runners, families and visitors to Del Ray, making it one of the neighborhood’s biggest traditions and an important event for the Del Ray Business Association.” [Del Ray Business Association]
A Wrap on Community Fire Academy — “We recently celebrated the graduation of our Fall 2026 Community Fire Academy cohort! The academy provides community members with an opportunity to learn about fire safety, emergency medical response, and the history, administration, and daily operations of an urban fire department. We appreciate their commitment to learning, community engagement, and public safety.” [Alexandria Fire Department/Facebook]
New License Requirements for Young Drivers — “Beginning January 1, 2027, Virginians ages 18 to 20 applying for their first driver’s license will need to meet new licensing requirements. Under the new law, applicants must hold a learner’s permit for at least 90 days and complete an approved driver education course before receiving their license.” [Virginia DMV]
New Concourse Revealed at Dulles International Airport — “Concourse E will provide additional space for airlines and travelers as the airport experiences record passenger growth, the airports authority said. The 435,000-square-foot facility features 14 gates, expanded seating areas, upgraded restrooms and direct access to the airport’s AeroTrain system.” [WTOP]
VDOT Prepares for Winter Weather Season — “Though preparations begin in the summer, it’s this time of year crews focus on inspecting snow-fighting equipment and ensuring materials and drivers are ready for the first forecasted flakes of snow.” [Virginia Department of Transportation/ARLnow]
It’s Tuesday — Sunny with a high near 68 and a southwest wind at 3 to 7 mph. Tuesday night will be clear, with a low around 44 and a northwest wind at 3 to 5 mph. Veterans Day will be mostly sunny, with a high near 66 and calm winds becoming southerly around 5 mph in the afternoon. [NWS]
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