We have such amazing young leaders in our community. Yesterday, I started the day at our annual Youth Leadership Conference, which focuses on helping young people make a difference in the city.

The City wants to hear from you about your priorities for the upcoming VA General Assembly. Take our new, short survey online from now until August 28. Visit alexandriava.gov to learn more! #mayorofalx #alyia4alx #alexandriava #advocacy

🏆 Champions on and off the field! 🏉✨ Last night, we celebrated the unforgettable moments that defined our week of rugby and Sister Cities exchange. Here’s to the champions who gave it everything and inspired us all!

At Arbroath Abbey, we were welcomed by Angus Provost Craig Fotheringham, members of The Friends of Arbroath Abbey, Brian Cargill of Arbroath Town Board and Councillors Brenda Durno and Lois Speed. We learned how Declaration of Arbroath inspired the Declaration of Independence.

Tonight, we officially kick off the fight for the Mayor’s Cup 🏆 #mayorofalx #alyia4alx #alexandriava #sistercities

At yesterday’s civic reception, Alexandrians were welcomed by Depute Lord Provost Nadia El-Nakla of Dundee, Scotland, the Dundee Twinning Association and US Console General from Edinburgh, Kathryn Porter. A great way to kick off a week of culture and sports.

My July Council Report is here! Highlights include the RiverRenew ribbon-cutting, Art In Every Space, and Council's special meeting on July 29th — plus your reminder to vote Aug 4. Read the full report: alyiaforalexandria.c...

We had such a fun time at the Friendship Firehouse Festival today! The kids “helped” with my speech and serving cake 🍰 in celebration of 30 years of this annual festival.

Grateful for the lessons and insights gathered at yesterday’s community cohesion roundtable. Thanks to all who participated!

I’m so grateful to everyone who joined the Mayor’s Cup 🏆 Send Off Party! We had a great time celebrating our athletes thanks to vendors @anmly.ware @dmvdippeddelights Piece Out Del Ray @market2marketdelray @forever_empanadas @dopefocusart @catradcreative

Back-to-school season is here! 📚 Alexandria Health Department (AHD) encourages families to schedule doctor’s appointments now to set kids up for a healthy school year. #alexandriava #mayorofalx #alyiaforalx #back2school

Maybe they should let me play in the Mayor’s Cup 🏆 #alexandriava #mayorofalx #alyiaforalx

I had the honor of welcoming the National Baptist Deacons Convention (NBDC) and its Auxiliaries for their 92nd Annual Session which was held at the Hilton Alexandria.

This weekend, I joined local elected officials at a reception in support of VA Congresswoman Jenn McClellan She is a principled and progressive legislator, who always works to ensure Virginians’ voices are heard. #alexandriava #alyiaforalx #mayorofalx #vote

My mini mayor and I went to vote for @beyer.house.gov today. Did you know early voting is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m, at the Office of Voter Registration & Elections (132 N. Royal St., Suite 100) until August 1st? 🗳️

Today, I spent the afternoon visiting Ethiopian business leaders on the West End of our city. I enjoyed learning about their stories, their products, and the legacy that they are building in Alexandria. #alyiaforalx #mayorofalx #smallbusiness #alexandriava

Yesterday, we celebrated Alexandria’s 277th birthday and commemorated the nation’s 250th anniversary at Oronoco Bay Park! Despite a little rain, the party went on! There were cupcakes, fireworks and cannons!

Today, the Office of Historic Alexandria hosted a street-renaming reception at the Black History Museum. The ceremony honors Moses Stevens, who started a wagon & carriage business, owned several properties and was a founder of Mount Jezreel’s Church. #alyia4alx #mayorofalx

Today kicks off council recess! But what does that mean? Learn more about how our council-manager form of government works. #alexandriava #mayorofalx #alyiaforalx #government

Hope you are finding a way to stay cool this 4th of July! Drink lots of water 💦and find a place to splash around like @ebpforva.bsky.social and I! Memorial Pool, Old Town Pool, and Warwick Pool will be open to 4:45 p.m.

The Croatian National Football Team came into our city & captured our whole heart ❤️! I have never seen my son get into a game like this. Tonight’s loss was so hard. Never underestimate this team! Watching and hosting Croatia has been a joy and an honor!

Today, we celebrated the completion of River Renew, which will prevent 120M gallons of combined sewage from polluting our waterways each year. This is one of the largest infrastructure projects in our city’s history & will provide cleaner, healthier waterways!

Save the Date! Join me at one of these upcoming Art in Every Space 🎨 launch events! This summer pilot will explore opportunities to transform everyday spaces in our community into hubs for arts and culture! #mayorofalx #alyiaforalx #alexandriava #arts

What a game?! We had so much fun watching Croatia vs. Ghana! Both teams fought so hard. But this victory belongs to Team Croatia!! ⚽️ #mayorofalx #alyiaforalx #alexandriava #croatia

Tonight, I attended the Investiture Ceremony of the Honorable Mary Catherine Gibbs, who is the newest judge in the General District Court for the 18th Judicial District. I was honored to present her official Commission from the Governor. ⚖️

The Office of the Independent Policing Auditor has released the Auditor’s report on the independent investigation of the in-custody death of Allan F. Tucker Jr. The Independent Community Policing Review Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 29 @ 6:30 at Del Pepper Center.

At this year’s Scholarship Fund of Alexandria Gala, Margret and Susan won lunch with the mayor. Yesterday, we had a delicious lunch at DIYA Indian Cuisine with one of my summer interns, Joel, who is a recent @AlexCityTitans grad. The food and conversations were amazing!

Last night there were a number of severe thunderstorms that impacted power across the community. ⛈️ #alexandriava #mayorofalx #alyiaforalx #thunderstorm

One of the things I love most about serving is connecting young people to local government. This summer, my aide, Christine, and I are being supported by a number of youth from high school to grad school. #mayorofalx #alyiaforalx #alexandriava #youth

Tonight, I had the opportunity to discover the history of Juneteenth through art, African drumming, and poetry at the historic Athenaeum. This event was hosted and curated by KaNikki Jakarta, The First Black Poet Laureate of Alexandria!