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Good Friday morning, Alexandria!

🌧️ Today’s weather: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 3 p.m., then isolated showers between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., then scattered showers and thunderstorms after 5 p.m. High near 71 degrees. Light and variable wind becoming north 5 to 8 mph in the morning. The chance of precipitation is 90%—new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Tonight, there will be a chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely after 2 a.m. Cloudy, with a low around 56 degrees. Northeast wind around 6 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%—new rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.


Legal Notice

City of Alexandria

Public Notice

City Invites Public Comment on Two Local TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load)

Action Plans

The City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permit regulates discharges of stormwater from the City’s system and is issued by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ). The permit requires the development and implementation of Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Action Plans to assess and outline reduction strategies of pollutants that may enter local waterways.

The Bacteria TMDL Action Plan addresses sources of bacteria for the Hunting Creek, Cameron Run, Holmes Run, and Four Mile Run. The Tidal Potomac PCB TMDL Action Plan addresses legacy Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) as most new sources have been controlled.

The current action plans are publicly available at alexandriava.gov/go/2717. The deadline for public comment is Friday, April 18, 2025. Comments submitted by mail must be postmarked on or before this deadline.

The public is invited to comment in writing on the two local TMDL action plans using an online form available at alexandriava.gov/go/2717. Comments may also be sent via email at [email protected].

Comment vis regular mail to the address below.

Transportation and Environmental Services

Stormwater Management Division

Attn: Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan

1800 Limerick St., Ste. 500

Alexandria, VA 22314

Comments received during the comment period will be incorporated as applicable. The action plans will be submitted and approved by VDEQ prior to incorporation into the MS4 Program Plan.

For more information about the City’s Stormwater Management Program, visit alexandriava.gov/Stormwater.


Sponsored

Only four remain: Inside Brooks Estate’s luxury townhomes in Old Town Alexandria

One private-elevator residence remains, with special low-interest-rate financing and builder-paid closing costs available.

By Brett Rice

Only four residences remain at Brooks Estate, a collection of 13 luxury townhomes in Old Town Alexandria, just two-and-a-half blocks from King Street–Old Town Metro. The homes are complete and available for immediate purchase—and only one remaining residence includes a private elevator.

For buyers considering a move, the builder is offering special incentives, including low-interest-rate financing and builder-paid closing costs, subject to eligibility and offer terms. It is an opportunity to purchase a fully appointed new home with a two-car garage, a rooftop terrace and the convenience of Old Town living.

Brooks Estate’s remaining residences range from approximately 2,600 to 2,900 square feet across four spacious levels. Each is designed for four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms, with home-office and open-loft options that accommodate different ways of living. Pricing now starts at $2,197,500, with all existing upgrades and options included in the listed price.

At Brooks Estate, luxury comes standard. Buyers can see the finishes, experience the spaces and understand what is included before making their decision.

Four distinctive residences. One final elevator home.

The remaining collection includes The Kendall at 109 N West Street, offered at $2,197,500; The Claire at 107 N West Street, offered at $2,400,000; The Masonic View at 1330 Cameron Street, offered at $2,435,000; and The Henry at 121 N West Street, offered at $2,735,000.

The Henry is the final available residence with a private elevator and also features a rear yard. The Claire serves as the furnished model home and is itself available for purchase.

All four homes include two-car garages and private rooftop terraces—features that bring everyday convenience and outdoor space to a historic urban setting. Buyers can explore the floor plans and finishes at BrooksEstateOT.com or arrange a personal walkthrough with Brett Rice of RE/MAX Executives.

Traditional architecture, thoughtfully finished interiors

Brooks Estate blends modern comfort with architectural details that complement Old Town Alexandria. Graceful arches connect living spaces, while crown moldings, custom millwork and carefully selected materials give the interiors a distinctive character.

Custom cabinetry, polished quartz surfaces and professional-series Thermador appliances create chef-inspired kitchens made for quiet mornings and lively gatherings. Custom-built rift- and quarter-sawn white oak range hoods and island surrounds add warmth and craftsmanship.

The hardwood flooring, supplied and installed by Arlandria Floors in Del Ray, is 5-inch-wide European white oak, sanded and finished on site. Nine- and ten-foot ceilings and generous windows enhance the sense of light and space.

Spa-inspired baths feature tiled walk-in showers, soaking tubs in select bathrooms and Wi-Fi-controlled heated floors in the primary bath.

Smart features that make daily life easier

Technology is thoughtfully integrated throughout the homes, including Wi-Fi-connected Lutron Caséta lighting controls, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth entry locks and high-efficiency HVAC systems with temperature sensors and smart thermostats.

The two-car garages are spray-foam insulated and temperature controlled, with custom-painted floors, EV charging readiness and Wi-Fi-controlled garage door openers with cameras.

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News

The Alexandria City School Board has approved starting the naming process for three school facilities.

At its April 3 meeting, the board approved initiating the naming process for the Early Childhood Center courtyard, Naomi L. Brooks Media Center, and Parker-Gray Stadium field.


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During its regular meeting Thursday (April 3), the Alexandria City School Board received presentations on the division’s draft strategic plan for 2025-2030 and updates on the ongoing redistricting process.

The meeting began with a recognition of five Alexandria City High School students who received prestigious Posse Foundation and QuestBridge scholarships. Delegate Alfonso Lopez presented proclamations from the Virginia General Assembly honoring the students.


Event

Northern Virginia Fairfax Families for Safe Streets (NoVA FSS) cordially invites you to attend and support our upcoming World Day of Remembrance (WDoR) for Road Traffic Victims.

World Day of Remembrance is an annual event where we honor those whose lives were prematurely ended after being struck by a person driving. This year is particularly painful and sad as we think about the recent death of a 13-year-old Frost middle school student who was struck and killed by a person driving a truck on Pickett Road. We will also honor the nearly 30 other people (as of today’s date) who have been killed on Northern Virginia streets while, walking, biking, or rolling since last year’s day of remembrance.


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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School today (April 3), as part of a joint effort to bring fresh food to schools nationwide.

The visit followed last week’s HHS announcement of the firing of 20,000 employees as part of the Trump Administration’s strategy to “Make America Healthy Again.”


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The Alexandria City Council will hold its legislative meeting on Tuesday, April 8. The meeting will begin with public hearings on tax rates and budget proposals before moving to a packed agenda of appointments, ordinances, and reports.

The meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. with a public hearing on the proposed real and personal property tax rates for the calendar year 2025, which will fund the fiscal year 2026 budget. This hearing will be immediately followed by a public hearing on the preliminary add/delete proposals to the city manager’s proposed FY 2026 budget.


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Malloy Automotive Group is growing its Northern Virginia footprint with a new Chevrolet dealership in Alexandria.

Malloy Chevrolet of Alexandria opened on March 31, at 6508 Little River Turnpike in Alexandria (Fairfax County), right next to the existing Malloy Ford.


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What’s in a name? Everything.

The School Board will consider three naming requests for Alexandria City Public Schools facilities at its meeting on Thursday night (April 3). One request is to rename Alexandria City High School’s Parker-Gray Stadium Field after Keith Burns, a 1990 graduate of the school and 13-season NFL linebacker.


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The Alexandria City Council will consider substantial increases to residential parking permit fees at its upcoming April 8 legislative meeting. The proposed ordinance would amend the city code to raise fees across all permit categories, with the most significant increases targeting households with multiple vehicles.

The ordinance, scheduled for introduction and first reading, would modify Section 5-8-77 of the city code governing parking permits in residential districts. If approved, the changes would take effect following a second reading and enactment planned for April 30.