Press Releases
Thursday, Mar 4, 2021 - 12:12 pm
Alexandria, La. (March 4, 2021) — Citing the reduction of COVID-19 cases locally as well as Gov. John Bel Edward’s decision to move to Phase 3 guidelines for public health, the City of Alexandria plans to reopen its community centers and meeting facilities starting Monday, April 5. The centers were originally closed on March 13, 2020, as part of public health efforts designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus. “We are eager to reopen these facilities as another step in the process of getting back to normal operations,” said Alexandria Mayor Jeff Hall. “The Alexandria Zoo will reopen on...
Friday, Feb 26, 2021 - 2:02 pm
Alexandria, La. (February 26, 2021) — The City of Alexandria announced creation of a historical marker that will be erected at 819 Lee Street, the site of the Lee Street Riot of 1942. The marker was displayed at the Mayor’s February State of the Community briefing Friday morning at the Randolph Riverfront Center. “As we celebrate Black History Month, we are pleased to be able to place this historical marker and help tell the story of a significant event in the history of Alexandria’s African-American Community,” said Alexandria Mayor Jeff Hall. “The marker will be located at the site of the...
Wednesday, Feb 24, 2021 - 8:32 am
Alexandria, La. (February 24, 2021) — The City Wide boil advisory issued Wednesday, February 17, 2021, is now lifted. Power has been restored to all COA wells and production facilities and system pressure has been restored to normal. The State of Louisiana has tested the water, and the results of the tests are clear, according to Utility Director Michael Marcotte.The Alexandria Water Department has lifted the boil advisory for the properties located in the area described below:All the properties served by the City of Alexandria Water System: (Please see attached detail map). With the lifting...
Tuesday, Feb 23, 2021 - 3:50 pm
Water Distributions SitesA city wide water distribution will be held from 4PM - 6PM (or until supplies last) on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Please reference this map for your specific distribution site. Limit 1 case per car.Bolton Avenue Community Center315 Bolton Ave, Alexandria, LA 71301Cheatham Park2700 Jones Ave, Alexandria, LA 71302Nachman Elementary School4101 Wakefield Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303Old CLTCC Campus on MacArthur Drive4311 S MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71302Masonic Youth Ball Fields1 Babe Ruth Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301
Tuesday, Feb 23, 2021 - 2:16 pm
The City of Alexandria started the water testing process required to end the current boil advisory on Tuesday, Feb. 23. Testing can take 24-48 hours or longer. Until then, the current boil advisory remains in place. We are no longer asking residents to limit their water use. Thanks to all residents for their help.
Tuesday, Feb 23, 2021 - 12:25 pm
There will be a water distribution at the City Compound at 2021 Industrial Park Drive from 1-4 pm on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. The drive-thru will be at the warehouse where the sandbag distribution takes place. 1 case limit per car.Location:City Compound
2021 Industrial Park Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303Get DirectionsTime:Monday, 02/22/2021
1PM - 4PM
Monday, Feb 22, 2021 - 3:18 pm
Water Distributions SitesA city wide water distribution will be held from 4PM - 6PM (or until supplies last) on Monday, February 22, 2021. Please reference this map for your specific distribution site. Limit 1 case per car.Bolton Avenue Community Center315 Bolton Ave, Alexandria, LA 71301Cheatham Park2700 Jones Ave, Alexandria, LA 71302Alexandria Senior Highschool (ASH)800 Ola St, Alexandria, LA 71303Old CLTCC Campus on MacArthur Drive4311 S MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71302Masonic Youth Ball Fields1 Babe Ruth Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301
Monday, Feb 22, 2021 - 1:04 pm
There will be a water distribution at the City Compound at 2021 Industrial Park Drive from 1-4 pm. The drive-thru will be at the warehouse where the sandbag distribution takes place. 1 case limit per car.Location:City Compound
2021 Industrial Park Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303Get DirectionsTime:Monday, 02/22/2021
1PM - 4PM
Sunday, Feb 21, 2021 - 4:17 pm
Alexandria, La. (February 21, 2021) — Continuing water conservation efforts are needed to complete the recovery of the city’s water system. “Thanks to the help of our residents, we are slowly seeing improvement in our efforts to refill our water storage tanks,” said Alexandria Mayor Jeff Hall. “Residents can see the improved water pressure when they turn on their faucets. But it is important that everyone understands that while things are better, we are not at full strength. Our elevated tanks are slowly refilling, but they are not back where they need to be yet and overall water pressure is...
Saturday, Feb 20, 2021 - 8:10 pm
Alexandria, La. (February 20, 2021) — City of Alexandria officials continue to ask all water customers to use as little water as possible until further notice as the city works to refill water tanks and restore water pressure. “We are grateful to everyone who has stepped up by eliminating or reducing their water use. You are making a difference,” said Alexandria Mayor Jeff Hall. “The system is slowly starting to stabilize, but it is still extremely fragile. It’s critical that everyone continue to use as little water as possible. Any increase in usage could wipe out the progress we have made...