City of Alexandria, Virginia
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: SEPTEMBER 2, 2026
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL
THROUGH: JAMES F. PARAJON, CITY MANAGER
FROM: KATHLEEN USTON, CHIEF JUDGE ALEXANDRIA CIRCUIT COURT
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Consideration of a Grant Application to the Supreme Court of Virginia Office of the Executive Secretary Statewide Universal Drug Testing Grant.
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ISSUE: Consideration of a Grant Application to the Supreme Court of Virginia Office of the Executive Secretary Statewide Universal Drug Testing Grant.
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council:
(1) Approve submission of the grant application for up to $45,696; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all the necessary documents that may be required.
BACKGROUND: The Supreme Court of Virginia, Office of the Executive Secretary, Judicial Services Department has offered a grant opportunity: Statewide Universal Drug Testing Grant FY 2027. The purpose of this grant is to assist in developing a statewide best practices standard for drug testing. This includes partnering with an industry leader in the drug testing field.
DISCUSSION: The grant seeks $45,696 over a 12-month period, beginning October 1, 2026, to partially fund drug testing services for the Alexandria Recovery Court (ARC).
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no required match from the City and, therefore, no additional fiscal impact from this grant. This funding supplements existing City ongoing funds for the ARC.
ATTACHMENTS: None
STAFF:
Yon Lambert, Deputy City Manager
Aishah Dukes, Recovery Court Coordinator