[Archived] Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities Seeks Public Comment on Wilkes Street Park Redesign

For Immediate Release: January 23, 2021

The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities (RPCA) is seeking public comment for the proposed design of Wilkes Street Park. The proposed redesign of the 0.7-acre park was presented at the Park and Recreation Commission on Thursday, January 21, 2021. The community is encouraged to review the proposed park design and provide input via email until Wednesday, February 17, 2021.  

In the summer of 2020, RPCA began the park redesign process using community input provided through two surveys. The results of the surveys can be found on the project page listed below. The park has been redesigned in compliance with the South Patrick Housing Affordability Strategy, which includes park improvements, such as play areas, seating, and open passive areas that will be designed to be accessible and accommodate all ages and abilities. The park redesign will be implemented through the Heritage at Old Town redevelopment process with all applicable approvals. The park will serve the surrounding residential community and will also continue to serve as a pedestrian and bike trail. 

For comments or questions, please contact Ana Vicinanzo, Urban Planner II, at ana.vicinanzo@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5494. Comments will be accepted by email until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, February 17, 2021.

For more information, visit the project website at alexandriava.gov/116143.

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact ana.vicinanzo@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5434, Virginia Relay 711. 

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This release is available at alexandriava.gov/119976