The Cameron Station Civic Association held a virtual membership meeting on February 4, 2026 to nominate four directors and get an update on the Duke Street Land Use Plan from Jose Delcid who is an Urban Planner with the Alexandria Department of Planning & Zoning.
Mr. Delcid noted that City staff began the Duke Street land use planning process in late 2024 to update the comprehensive plan for the Duke Street Corridor which stretches from Landmark Mall to the King Street Metro. The main concerns identified by Alexandria city residents are the following: Too much traffic congestion; Difficulty getting around, especially at peak times; Safety concerns for people walking and biking, crossing Duke Street; Corridor feels unplanned or disjointed, needs an identity; Corridor could be more attractive; Traffic makes it hard to get to/from businesses. There are five principles guiding this planning process which focus on (1) land use and design, (2) mobility and safety, (3) parks and open space, (4) housing, and (5) health and sustainability. Yet to be defined are the boundaries for the planning area as well as concepts for land uses (i.e. what will be built in designated areas for reinvestment and redevelopment). Final action by City Council is expected in late 2026 or early 2027. The Civic Association is monitoring this matter due to its proximity to Cameron Station in order to try and ensure that whatever plans for redevelopment occur along Duke Street will not unnecessarily adversely impact traffic and density along Duke Street.
The Civic Association approved the nominations to the board of Chris Alex, Bill Blumberg, Hernando Garzon, and Brooke Matthews. There are two vacancies on the board and the position of vice president also remains open. We welcome voting members who want to make a difference in the quality of life in our community to apply for these openings.
For more information on the Duke Street Land Use Plan, go to https://www.alexandriava.gov/DukeStreetPlan.
We’d Love to Have You as Civic Association Voting member! Residents and business owners (ages 18 or older) are automatically non-voting Cameron Station Civic Association members. To vote and be an officer or director, please consider becoming a voting member by submitting a membership form and paying annual dues of only $20 per year which cover our basic expenses. The membership form can be found HERE. You can pay the $20 per person annual membership fee by cash or a check (made payable to the Cameron Station Civic Association) or pay via Zelle (to cameronstacivic@gmail.com). If paying by cash or check, send the payment with your membership form to: Cameron Station Civic Association 200 Cameron Station Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22304. If using Zelle, send the membership form to cameronstacivic@gmail.com which can also be used to contact us.
The Cameron Station Civic Association is a neighbor-led organization dedicated to advocating for the interests of our community within the City of Alexandria. Established in 2000, the Civic Association works to ensure that local voices are heard on key issues such as developmen
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