On the latest episode of On the Agenda, Rod Kuckro talks to the City of Alexandria’s Housing Director, Helen McIlvaine, about the Housing for All Proposal. This episode is a preview of our upcoming flagship program, “Shaping Alexandria’s Future, One Home At A Time” which is taking place at the Lyceum on Monday, October 23, 2023. Moderator: Rod Kuckro Producer: Ricardo Alfaro

On the latest episode of On the Agenda, we are joined by The Washington Post’s weather editor and Capital Weather Gang’s chief meteorologist, Jason Samenow. This episode builds on the discussion from Agenda’s September 18, 2023 program: “Hot, Wet, and Wild! What can Alexandrians do about Climate Change?” that is available to watch on demand at https://agendaalexandria.org/2023-2024/. Moderator: Rod Kuckro Producer: Ricardo Alfaro

On the latest episode of On the Agenda, we are joined by Alan Shark at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. He tells us what he looks for in a budget, including deficits, debt, reserves, credit rating, economic growth and revenue diversification. We’ll also preview the upcoming discussion about the city’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2024, which is at 7 pm on Monday, March 27 at the Lyceum. Special thanks to The Zebra Newspaper for sponsoring this program.

As a preview to our February 27th program, Agenda Alexandria chair Rod Kuckro sat down with the Vice Chair of the Alexandria West End Business Association (WEBA), James Lewis, to talk about the changes in the business community landscape throughout the city. Special thanks to The Zebra Newspaper for sponsoring this program.

As a preview to our September 26th program, Agenda Alexandria Board Member and former chair Ricardo Alfaro sat down with two former Alexandria City High School students, Sylvia Rahim (class of 2022) and Megan Embrey (class of 2013), to highlight the perspectives around school safety, campus security, mental health, and well being. Special thanks to The Zebra Newspaper for sponsoring this program.

As a preview to our May 23rd program, Agenda Alexandria Board Member and journalist Michael Pope sat down with Alexandria’s City Manager James Parajon, to have a conversation about the city’s master plan. Special thanks to ALX Community for sponsoring this program. Learn more at https://alxcommunity.com.

As a preview to our April 25 program, Agenda Alexandria Board Member Virginia Amos sat down with Helen McIlvaine, Alexandria, Virginia’s Director of Office of Housing, to have a conversation about the cost of living in Alexandria. Special thanks to ALX Community for sponsoring this program. Learn more at https://alxcommunity.com.

As a preview to our March 28 program, Agenda Alexandria Vice Chair Rod Kuckro sat down with CJ Jordan, former campaign manager to now Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears, to have a conversation about “City of Alexandria vs. Commonwealth of Virginia: new governing dynamics.” Special thanks to ALX Community for sponsoring this program. Learn more at https://alxcommunity.com.

As a preview to our February 28 program, Agenda Alexandria board members Janet Barnett and Christopher Lewis sat down to have a conversation about “Experiences in Race: Storytelling in a Judgement Free Zone.” Special thanks to ALX Community for sponsoring this program. Learn more at https://alxcommunity.com.

As a preview to our January 24 program, Scott Shaw sits down with our Vice Chair, Rod Kuckro, to have a conversation about the upcoming proposed changes to the Torpedo Factory Art Center. About Scott Shaw: Shaw was founder and CEO of Fishbowl, a venture-backed marketing and analytics company for the restaurant industry. In 2016 he joined Alexandria Restaurant Partners and has been active in activities on the Alexandria Waterfront. In 2017, Shaw founded the Tall Ship Providence Foundation, which is dedicated to preserving Alexandria’s rich maritime history through educational programs and entertainment. Shaw also co-founded ALX Community and is Chair of the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership. Special thanks to ALX Community for sponsoring this program. Learn more at https://alxcommunity.com.