The application for the Ad Hoc Scooter Task Force is now live (apply here) and will remain open until 11:59 PM, February 10th. On December 14, 2019, the City Council approved a second phase of the Dockless Mobility (Scooter) Pilot Program. With that approval, the Council adopted a resolution to create an Ad Hoc Task Force that will provide guidance to City Council about shared mobility.

The 2003 Eisenhower East Small Area Plan established a vision for a vibrant new, urban, mixed-use community centered on the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station. This new transit-focused neighborhood would include a variety of natural and urban open spaces and parks, a balance of jobs and housing, and a retail/entertainment center, serving both a local and regional market.

After almost two years of planning, outreach and discussion, The Alexandria Transit Vision Plan bus network for 2030 and the short term 2022 “major growth” network were both adopted by the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) Board of Directors at their December 11, 2019 meeting. The approved routes will include major increases in transit service in the Eisenhower East/Carlyle area.

By a unanimous vote on December 14th, the Alexandria City Council approved Phase II of its electronic scooters pilot program through the end of 2020.  The City joins neighboring jurisdictions with Scooter Programs including Arlington, Washington, DC, Fairfax County and Falls Church City.

SAT. NOV. 16! Join hundreds of runners & walkers at the 16th annual St. Rita 5K & Fun Run! Over $1,000 in cash & prizes to win at this great community event supporting Catholic education. A fall classic in beautiful Alexandria, Virginia. Register now at https://runsignup.com/strita5k

After much consideration and review, Carlyle has decided to drop Zimride as rideshare option. We gave the platform our all and tried hard to market and promote the service within our community. Enrollment was very low and we felt it best to go in a different direction, to better serve our residents and workers. The last day for the Carlyle Zimride discount is October 31st, 2019.

To learn more about the Innovation Forum and the Alexandria Mobility Plan process, visit the Alexandria Mobility Plan website.

Alexandria City Council approved making changes to on-street parking spaces in two areas adjacent to Carlyle. The first area is on the south side of Eisenhower Avenue along the Hooff’s Run area and the other location is along Jamieson Avenue from Holland Lane to West Street.

The Carlyle Council created our first ever Park(ing) Day ‘Parklet’ in front of Sweet Fire Donna’s. We had over 250 patrons visit our parklet and check out our reclaimed parking spaces. Park(ing) Day is an annual event that takes place the third Friday in September, to help spread awareness about other options of transportation besides single occupancy vehicles. Check out our 'parklet' photo album on our Facebook page.

The Alexandria Police Department, Casa Chirilagua and NOVA Alexandria Campus are co-hosting a Community Festival (Dia del Nino/Day of the Child) at Northern Virginia Community College on September 28th from 11AM – 2PM.

Visit the Carlyle ‘parklet’ that will be outside of Sweet Fire Donna’s on September 20th from 9AM – 7PM! We'll have fun give-a-ways and it will be your chance to enjoy some fresh air in our neighborhood.

You heard right! Every Wednesday, Whiskey & Oyster is hosting a dog-friendly happy hour on their front patio. There’s no better way to end your “Hump Day” than being outside with your pup and drink in hand.

Kick off Oktoberfest 2k19, the Trademark way! They've partnered with Port City Brewing Company and Old Bust Head Brewing Company to bring you the most crafted brews elegantly paired with Chef Matthew’s crafted eats.

Our new neighbors – The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children are hosting a fundraiser for the 2nd year – A Culinary Tour of Old Town. This event will be held on November 7th and include 12 restaurants from Carlyle all the way down to the waterfront, and you can eat and drink at all of them. There are also VIP tickets that will allow you to attend the reception at their headquarters followed by a VIP after party with all the chefs and sponsors and live music

In response to a 2017 Virginia Law, AlexRenew is implementing a program called RiverRenew to reduce the discharge of millions of gallons of sewage mixed with rainwater into local waterways each year. The RiverRenew program includes the construction of a tunnel system to capture the sewage mixed with rainwater at the locations where it currently overflows (called outfalls).

The Send a Kid to Camp Golf Classic has been established to continue to send Alexandria City youth to summer camp. Your support for this event and the youth of Alexandria is greatly appreciated

Mark your calendar for the 3rd Annual Water Discovery Day hosted by Alexandria Renew Enterprises, Virginia American Water, and the City of Alexandria.