Alexandria Seeks Applicants For About 80 City Board, Commission Vacancies

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Alexandria residents interested in helping shape city policies and programs have until Oct. 30 to apply for approximately 80 vacancies on city boards, commissions and committees.

The Alexandria City Council is seeking applicants for positions on 32 advisory bodies covering issues including transportation, housing affordability, public safety, historic preservation and community services, according to an Oct. 15 city announcement.

Openings include positions on the Alexandria Transportation Commission, Commission on Aging, Commission for Women, Budget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee and Children, Youth and Families Collaborative Commission.

Some positions are open to any qualifying city resident, while others require specific professional experience, organizational affiliations or other qualifications. Terms generally range from two to five years, depending on the board or commission.

Applications must be submitted electronically by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30. The City Council is scheduled to consider appointments at its Nov. 10 meeting.

Applicants may apply for only one committee at a time. Multiple or duplicate applications will not be considered.

Residents can review the complete list of vacancies and submit an application online.