FYI Alexandria on the Air

By City of Alexandria

What's FYI Alexandria on the Air about?

FYI Alexandria on the Air features interviews with City officials and staff, news about upcoming events in Alexandria, and general information about City services.

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FYI Alexandria on the Air episodes:

03.09.2010
2010 Census - Yes, We Count!
The 2010 US Census will officially kick off on April 1, 2010, and the City of Alexandria is making preparations now to ensure that Alexandria's population is counted accurately.
01.29.2010
Virginia Legislative Update
Listen to Bernard Caton, the City’s Legislative Director, talk about the issues affecting the City of Alexandria during the 2010 Virginia General Assembly Session, which convened January 13.
11.13.2009
Family Drug Treatment Court Helps Children of Parents with Substance Abuse Problems
In an interview with Drug Court Coordinator Mary Ellen Ruff, learn how the Family Drug Treatment Court works to better the City, and what role you could possibly play in helping children of parents with substance abuse problems.
08.19.2009
Alexandria Detention Center's Sobriety, Education and Transition Workshop
Find about the first annual Sobriety, Education and Transition Workshop that took place at the Alexandria Detention Center where 60 inmates learned life skills to better themselves when returning to the community.
08.19.2009
Crime Prevention in Alexandria
Learn safety tips to protect yourself and find out what environmental factors might make your home or business an easy target for criminal activity.
08.19.2009
70th Anniversary of Alexandria Library's Historic Sit-in
Find out about one of the biggest —and least known— historical events that took place right here in the City!
08.19.2009
What Does the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Mean for Alexandria?
Get a better understanding of what stimulus funds Alexandria is eligible for, has applied for, has received, and expects. In addition, find out which departments and programs will receive the grants.
03.24.2009
City Opens New Multi-Agency Permit Center
FYI Alexandria on the Air speaks with Customer Services Manager Frank Ward about the Alexandria Fire Department Office of Building and Fire Code Administration’s new Multi-Agency Permit Center. The Permit Center is part of Code Administration’s efforts to improve...
01.26.2009
Virginia Legislative Update
City of Alexandria Legislative Director, Bernie Caton, provides an overview of the issues that the Virginia General Assembly will wrestle with this year, and how those issues will affect the City of Alexandria and its residents.
10.30.2008
A Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2009 - 2010 Budget
Mayor Euille provides an overview of the fiscal challenges the City of Alexandria faces in the coming year, highlights budget reductions that are currently underway to address it, and discusses what other options the City may need to consider to...
09.26.2008
Election Day is Coming! Will You Be Ready?
Based on rising numbers of new voter registrations and record participation in the presidential primaries, election officials expect turnout on Election Day to be of historic proportions. Will you be ready? Tom Parkins, the City's Registrar of Voters, provides information...
09.09.2008
The Citizens Academy: Learn About Alexandria City Government First-Hand
Listen to an interview with Mayor William D. Euille about the Citizens' Academy, an 8-week program that provides an opportunity for residents to learn about City government through first-hand experience and gain exposure to the wide range of government functions,...
09.09.2008
Challenges for LGBTQ Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence
Karen Gautney, Chair of the LGBTQ Victim Services Advisory Board for the Alexandria Domestic Violence Program and the Alexandria Sexual Assault Response and Awareness Program, discusses LGBTQ services and announces a very special event coming up October 3, 2008 in...
08.04.2008
Alexandria Tutoring Consortium: Our First and Second Graders Need You!
Gwen Mullen and Mike Mackey discuss the need for more tutors and the positive difference tutors can make in the lives of young people in Alexandria.
08.04.2008
Alexandria Transportation Matters: A Conversation with Mayor William D. Euille
Jerry Phillips of MetroTalk, 3WT Radio, sits down with Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille to discuss transportation issues facing the City of Alexandria.
05.02.2008
Eco-City Alexandria - Developing the City's Environmental Charter and Action Plan
Jerry Phillips of Metro Talk interviews Mayor William D. Euille and Vice Mayor Redella S. Pepper about the City's Eco-City Alexandria initiative.
05.01.2008
Alexandria Archaeology - Uncovering the City's Buried Treasure
There is a lot of history all around our City - not only on the streets, but below them, too. Hear Dr. Pamela Cressey, Director of the Alexandria Archaeology Museum, discuss the Museum's activities and the many enriching, exciting -...
04.10.2008
Alexandria's Committment to Human Rights
Jean Niebauer, Director, Office on Human Rights, discusses the background and history of the Citys Human Rights Commission, and how the Office of Human Rights can help residents dealing with discrimination.
04.10.2008
Alexandria is One of 100 Best Communities for Youth
Hear an interview with Ron Frazier, Director of the Office of Youth Services, discuss why Alexandria is a great place for children to grow up.
04.10.2008
Be a Mentor. Change Two Lives.
Mike Mackey, Alexandria's Gang Prevention Coordinator, discusses the City's mentoring programs for youth and how adult volunteers can become involved as mentors.
04.10.2008
Be Ready Alexandria! Meeting Winter's Challenges
Doug McCobb, Deputy Director of Operations for Transportation Environmental Services, describes the City's plan for snow and ice removal, and what residents can do to meet winter's challenges.
04.10.2008
Citizen Assistance We're Here to Help
Rose Boyd, director of the Office of Citizen Assistance, shares tips with newcomers to the City, and discusses how Citizen Assistance can help residents learn more about the Citys programs and services, and become more involved in City government.
04.10.2008
Code Enforcement Reorganizes to Improve Customer Service
Director John Catlett discusses new changes designed to improve customer relations in the Code Enforcement Department.
04.10.2008
Company is Coming! Preparing a Welcoming Gateway to Alexandria
The opening of the National Harbor Development in Maryland brings some exciting changes in the City. Kathleen Beeton, Neighborhood Planning and Community Development Division Chief for the Citys Planning and Zoning Department, and member of the National Harbor Collaborative Work...
04.10.2008
General Assembly 2008 What Happened and How it Affects Alexandria
Bernie Caton, the City of Alexandria's Legislative Director, discusses legislation from the 2008 General Assembly session and talks about how those choices affect the City of Alexandria.
04.10.2008
Historic Alexandria Taking it to the Streets
Anticipating the influx of guests from National Harbor this spring, the Office of Historic Alexandria is gearing up to be sure that visitors have easy and affordable access to Alexandrias fascinating history. Hear Historic Alexandria Director Lance Mallamo talk about...
04.10.2008
Legislative Preview for 2008 General Assembly
Bernie Caton, Legislative Director for the City of Alexandria, provides highlights of the upcoming General Assembly and issues that will be important to Alexandria during this session.
04.10.2008
Making Sense of Your Real Estate Assessment
Cindy Smith-Page, Director of Real Estate Assessments, explains the City's process for determining the 2008 value of your home. Listen in to find out what factors are considered and how you can contact your appraiser for more details.
04.10.2008
Preventing Gang Violence Before it Starts A Regional Initiative
Court Service Unit Director Lillian Brooks, and Mike Mackey, Gang Prevention and Intervention Liaison, discuss the Citys involvement in a Northern Virginia regional gang prevention initiative.
04.10.2008
Working to Wipe Out Graffiti
Alexandria Police Officer J.C. Dorsainvil discusses how the Police Department deals with graffitiand what residents can do to help.

What's FYI Alexandria on the Air about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

FYI Alexandria on the Air episodes:

2010 Census - Yes, We Count!

Virginia Legislative Update

Family Drug Treatment Court Helps Children of Parents with Substance Abuse Problems

Alexandria Detention Center's Sobriety, Education and Transition Workshop

Crime Prevention in Alexandria

70th Anniversary of Alexandria Library's Historic Sit-in

What Does the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Mean for Alexandria?

City Opens New Multi-Agency Permit Center

Virginia Legislative Update

A Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2009 - 2010 Budget

Election Day is Coming! Will You Be Ready?

The Citizens Academy: Learn About Alexandria City Government First-Hand

Challenges for LGBTQ Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence

Alexandria Tutoring Consortium: Our First and Second Graders Need You!

Alexandria Transportation Matters: A Conversation with Mayor William D. Euille

Eco-City Alexandria - Developing the City's Environmental Charter and Action Plan

Alexandria Archaeology - Uncovering the City's Buried Treasure

Alexandria's Committment to Human Rights

Alexandria is One of 100 Best Communities for Youth

Be a Mentor. Change Two Lives.

Be Ready Alexandria! Meeting Winter's Challenges

Citizen Assistance We're Here to Help

Code Enforcement Reorganizes to Improve Customer Service

Company is Coming! Preparing a Welcoming Gateway to Alexandria

General Assembly 2008 What Happened and How it Affects Alexandria

Historic Alexandria Taking it to the Streets

Legislative Preview for 2008 General Assembly

Making Sense of Your Real Estate Assessment

Preventing Gang Violence Before it Starts A Regional Initiative

Working to Wipe Out Graffiti