Potomac Yard Metro Hearing Thursday at Lee Center

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IMAGE: Artist’s rendering of planned North Potomac Yard Redevelopment

The Alexandria Park and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing on the staff recommendation for the preferred alternative for the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station on Thursday, May 7, 7 p.m., at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. After discussion on the staff recommendation, the Commission will hear comments from the public.

The Potomac Yard Metrorail Station project reached its next milestone, as City of Alexandria staff issued a report recommending Alternative B for the construction of a new station. The staff report, along with the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) published on March 27, will be the subject of eight public meetings and hearings prior to City Council’s consideration on May 20.

The staff report can be viewed here.

This public hearing is an opportunity for the community to comment on the consistency of the staff recommendation with local park plans.

Individuals who are unable to attend the public hearing may send written comments. As part of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process, the Final EIS will incorporate formal public comment received between April 3 and May 18. Comments may be submitted until 5 p.m. on May 18, via email to comments@potomacyardmetro.com or via postal mail to Potomac Yard Metrorail Station EIS, P.O. Box 16531, Alexandria, VA 22302.

To view the Draft EIS report, City staff recommendation, or for more information about the project and a detailed schedule of engagement opportunities, visit the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station project website.