Letter: So Much To Be Done
So Mayor Euille would have everyone believing he's not interested it selling or mortgaging City Hall. This coming from the man who is out to develop every piece of obsolete city property. A man who has constantly pushed through zoning changes to suit developers. Where the newly built building or housing is often triple or quadruple or greater than what was there before.
Letter: Fixing City’s Fiscal Health
The people listed below represent a collective 123 years in local and state elected office. It would be accurate to say that we have seen a wide range of personalities and abilities among those with whom we have served, but this year Alexandria is blessed to have three candidates for mayor who hold in common something very important — a passion for Alexandria.
Letter: Respectful And Inclusive
Last evening I attended a reception for Allison Silberberg. I left more convinced than ever that she is the right person to lead our city as our next mayor.
Letter: Legislating Experience
In the Washington Post’s recent endorsement of a candidate for delegate in Virginia’s 45th district to the 2015 State Legislature (mostly in Alexandria), the editor failed to identify any of his four opponents, list any of the three debates about to occur, or to acknowledge that in objective terms, the only candidate with actual experience writing and crafting state and federal laws is Mark Levine.
Letter: ‘Ssshhh’ on Bridgeyard
Ssshhhh … what’s that sound? It appears to be the verdict on “all the news that’s fit to print” about the formerly affordable/workforce housing complex formerly known as Hunting Towers, now the Bridgeyard – Old Town.
Letter: Stamp Out High-Crime Pockets
Letter to the Editor
Mount Vernon is home to 127,000 residents spread across two police districts. The Mount Vernon police district is the second-smallest in Fairfax County, at just 26 square miles, yet has the most calls for service in the County.
Letter: Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce's Recent Endorsements
Letter to the Editor
What was the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce thinking with its recent round of endorsements for the November elections?
Letter: Role of Potomac Community Village
Letter to the Editor
Thank you very much for your coverage in the May 27 issue of Potomac Community Village’s birthday party on May 21. However, your article said we had the pleasure of having Congressman John Delaney as our speaker that evening.
Alexandria History Lesson: Tides of Revolution
A public history learning experience.
On May 31 at 1 p.m. the City of Alexandria continues to celebrate the Marquis de Lafayette and the critical role he played in the American Revolution, as the replica of the frigate L’Hermione approaches.
Cartoon: Parking/Public Housing
“Alert the council…we’ve managed to solve the parking problem and the public housing issue in one fell swoop.”
Column: Technology for Seniors
Knowing what’s available and how it can be helpful.
Technology is a necessity in today’s world whether you are 7 or 70. It can enhance your life, keep you connected with loved ones no matter where they are and make you feel relevant.
Column: Mad Man
Really, Matthew Weiner; on the penultimate episode of “Mad Men,” Betty Draper/Francis had to be diagnosed with lung cancer with her life expectancy said to be “nine months,” with nothing more than “palliative care” available?
Letter: Turning Vision Into Action
Letter to the Editor
Mount Vernon is at a crossroads. We are confronted with a unique set of challenges that require a broad set of skills and experience to get things done.
Letter: Identifying Problems
Letter to the Editor
We, a group of concerned Patrick Henry neighbors, are writing to provide our feedback regarding the Patrick Henry project. Our concerns and suggestions are detailed below.
Letter: Measuring Impact
Letter to the Editor
Kerry Donley has made the Carlyle district, where I live, a centerpiece of his campaign for mayor of Alexandria. He touts the Patent Office as a boon to the the city. But he greatly overstates his case. Yes, the Patent Office contributes to the city's tax rolls, but no, it doesn't stimulate economic activity in the surrounding area.