DGS Alert
January 23, 2026
Inclement Weather - Parking & Safety Information
Due to upcoming inclement weather, please plan for the following:
Parking Restrictions (Effective Friday, Jan. 23 at 6:00 PM)
- Parking Decks: The top levels of all decks will be closed starting Friday at 6:00 PM.
- Surface Lots: All vehicles, including state vehicles, must be cleared by 6:00 PM Friday to allow crews to treat and perform snow removal operations.
- State Vehicle Relocation: Please relocate state vehicles from surface lots to Lot P13 (14th and Main Deck). Security staff are prepared to allow state vehicle access to the deck.
- Inaccessible Spaces: If your assigned space is not accessible next week due to snow, please park in Lot P13 (14th and Main Deck). You must present your ID and hang tag to security for entry into the deck.
Safety & Maintenance Operations
DGS is committed to your safety and will work continuously with our contractors following the storm to prepare for your arrival. This includes applying ice melt, clearing walkways, and deploying all available resources to ensure buildings and garages are safe for use.
Important Safety Warning
Please exercise extreme caution. Slick conditions are expected throughout the area. Ice will remain a significant hazard until temperatures rise. Please move slowly and stay alert while driving and walking in parking lots and facilities.
As a reminder, please use 1st Service to report any building or garage issues.
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Thank you for your cooperation.
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Capitol Police: (804) 786-HELP (4357)
Capitol Police Non-Emergency: (804) 786-2568
DGS Information Line: (804) 225-4949
DGS 1stService (Building Emergencies): (804) 786-3578
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VITA Customer Care: 1-866-637-8482
Commonwealth Information Line: 211
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