City of Alexandria to Host Community Meeting for Mount Vernon Trail Improvements at East Abingdon Drive
Virtual session on July 15 to cover sidewalk widening, construction impacts, and public access updates ahead of August start date.
Alexandria, VA – The City of Alexandria is inviting residents to participate in a virtual pre-construction community meeting to learn more about upcoming improvements to the Mount Vernon Trail along East Abingdon Drive. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will focus on the planned sidewalk widening project located north of Slater’s Lane.
The project aims to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility by widening sidewalks along this busy stretch of East Abingdon Drive, which connects to the popular Mount Vernon Trail. Construction is slated to begin on August 4, pending weather conditions.
During the virtual meeting, City staff will present detailed construction plans, including anticipated work hours, parking restrictions, and lane closures. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and share concerns during a designated public comment period.
Registration is required to attend the meeting. Interested participants should sign up in advance at:
👉 zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XZCmuepNSOeIrZPAhXliJQ
More information about the project is available on the City’s website:
Community members requiring reasonable disability accommodations may contact Lydia Durand at [email protected] or call 703.746.4622 (Virginia Relay 711).
For those who prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available. Please email [email protected] or call 703.746.3960.
The City encourages all community members to attend and stay informed about this important infrastructure improvement designed to support safer, more accessible streets in Alexandria.
