THIS WEEK IN 
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
 
For the Week of July 13 - 19, 2020

CONTACT AEDP

If you have questions about this weekly update, or would like to learn more about economic development opportunities in Alexandria, please contact the AEDP staff: 
 
Ashley Bayana
Administrative Services Manager

Deidre Brock
Marketing & Communications Intern

Alexander Cline
Project Assistant

Event & Client Services Manager

Christina Mindrup
Vice President,  
Real Estate

Kyla Ramdat
Economic Development Associate

Jerry Sanford
Vice President, 
Business Development

Marie Spittell
Business Development Associate

Ryan Touhill
Chief of Staff
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THIS WEEK: EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
The Board of Architectural Review will hold a virtual hearing. The docket can be found here. Items of interest include a request for signage at 815 ½ King Street for Patagonia, request for new building at 1300 & 1310 King Street and a VRE presentation on pedestrian safety improvements at Union Station.
*Weds., 7/15 at 7:00 PM - Virtual
It's time for another Tech on Tap! AEDP is pleased to partner with Virginia Tech, the Alexandria Library, and Port City Brewing Company for these community events. This month's amazing topic is Farm-to-Glass: The Science of Beer.  Join us for a tasting of four classic beer styles from Port City Brewing Company. Our experts, VT Food Science and Technology professor Sean O'Keefe and Port City Brewing Company's Quality Control manager Crystal Fraley, will discuss flavor profiles, history, chemical influences, and more. Nerd out on beer, or relax and enjoy a cold one with us.
*Thurs., 7/16 at 4:00 PM - Registration required
The Alexandria Industrial Development Authority will hold a special meeting.
*Thurs., 7/16 at 3:00 PM - Virtual
The Potomac Yard Design Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting. 
*Thurs., 7/16 at 7:00 PM - Virtual
GROWING IN ALEXANDRIA
Each month, check out "Growing in Alexandria," our AEDP blog series that focuses on businesses around the City. 



Kristen Moore is a former lobbyist turned consignment boutique owner. AEDP had a chat with her to learn more about her innovate Twist Boutique, located in Old Town Alexandria. Check it out today on the blog !
IN THE NEWS
REAL ESTATE & DEVELOPMENT
Washington Business Journal :  Garden-style apartment complex in Old Town Alexandria slated for massive redevelopment
WUSA9 :  Old Town Alexandria wants to become permanent streatery for pedestrians
ALX Now :  New Mixed-Use Development Sparks Frustration With Density in Parker-Gray Neighborhood
Washington Business Journal :  Stonebridge to add retail to Victory Center property
ALX Now :  City Council Authorizes Purchase of 'West End City Hall'
ECONOMY & COMMUNITY
ALX Now:  Poor Business Revenue Amid Shutdown Leaves Alexandria Government With Empty Pockets
Virginia Business:  State deficit stands at $236.5M, down from $1B spring forecast
The Washington Post:  To expand dining options, restaurants take to the streets
Virginia Business:  Va. among highest in nation for jobless claims last week
Inside NoVA:  Business leaders say Northern Virginia's strong industries will help region weather pandemic
BUSINESS & RETAIL
Washington Business Journal:  New data on PPP loans is in. These Greater Washington businesses got the biggest loans
Virginia Business:  Nearly 110K Virginia businesses received PPP funds
ALX Now:  Arlington-Based Fitness Studio Coming to Alexandria's West End
Alexandria Times:  Goodies Rolls into Alexandria [Page 1]
Alexandria Living Magazine:  Del Ray Boccato to Open Soon
COVID-19 RESOURCES AND UPDATES FOR ALX BUSINESSES
To best serve the business community, we have created a COVID-19 webpage that contains pertinent information and is constantly updated. 

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HELPFUL LINKS

City Council Dockets

Calendar of City Meetings & Events