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Projects & Plans: Parks & Recreation

Information about parks and recreation projects in the City.

Page updated on Jan 18, 2016 at 1:31 PM


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Alexandria Park Planning

Citywide Park Planning Beginning in October 2012, The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is undertaking a nine month public outreach process to inform Management Framework Plans for the City’s large multi use Parks.

Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility Feasibility Study

The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is currently (2014) exploring options for a new 50 meter indoor pool and renovated recreation pool at the facility.

Four Mile Run Restoration Project

The Four Mile Run Restoration Project Is a joint venture to restore 2.3 miles of highly degraded stream within the hardened flood control channel. This page provides a brief history of the area and information on this planning process.

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Waterfront Park Interim Park Project

The new Waterfront Park combines the original King Street Park and Waterfront Park sites with the sites of the former Old Dominion Boat Club building and parking lot to create a seamless transition between Old Town’s historic retail corridor and the water. The interim park features an open plaza, a waterfront promenade, shade structures, and a modular space that can adapt to different purposes throughout the year.

Mount Jefferson Park Planning

The City is working in conjunction with the Oakville Triangle/Route 1 Corridor planning process to develop a plan for Mount Jefferson Park & Greenway between Raymond Ave. and Route 1.

Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan

The City's 2008 Transportation Master Plan envisions a transportation system that encourages the use of alternative modes of transportation, reduces dependence on the automobile, and promotes a balance between travel efficiency and quality of life. The City is updating the Pedestrian and Bicycle chapters of the Transportation Master Plan to reflect changes that have occurred since 2008, including the Complete Streets policy, Capital Bikeshare program, and on-street bicycle facilities.

Windmill Hill Park Shoreline Project

Consistent with the City Council approved 2003 Windmill Hill Park plan, the City of Alexandria is replacing the existing bulkhead with a natural shoreline.

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