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PWC Clerk of Court Jackie Smith introduces first newsletter known as The Circuit
FROM Jackie Smith, Prince William Clerk of Court 11/27/24 / Breaking News / Local Government /
In the first edition, readers will discover several public services the Clerk's Office offesr at the courthouse and within the community. This issue highlights programs available to residents, outlines the processes for obtaining public services, and shares upcoming community events.
Lillie Jessie reelected PWC School Board vice chairman
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FROM A Prince William County Schools Report 01/05/17 / Education / Local Government / People & Places /
Lillie G. Jesse, Occoquan District representative to the Prince William County School Board, was reelected to a second one-year term as vice chairman for 2017 at the School Board’s annual organizational meeting on Jan. 4. Jessie, a retired elementary school principal, first joined the School Board in 2012 and was reelected in November 2015.
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Community presentation Jan. 17 on addition to Lake Ridge Elementary School
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FROM Prince William County Schools Reports 01/05/17 / Business / Education / Environment / Local Government / Money & Taxes /
The public is invited to attend a presentation on conceptual plans of the 13-classroom addition to Lake Ridge Elementary School on Tuesday, Jan. 17, at 6:30 p.m., in the media center of Lake Ridge Elementary School.
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PWC School Board special meeting called Jan. 4 to air BOCS’ resolution for new school construction
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By Shawn Brann and Alyson Satterwhite, PWC School Board 12/30/16 / Breaking News / Education / Local Government / Money & Taxes / Kids Konnection /
Prince William School Board Members Shawn Brann (Acting Member, Brentsville District) and Alyson Satterwhite (Gainesville District) said Dec. 30 they have issued a call for a special meeting of the Prince William County School Board (PWCS) on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017 to discuss the Board of Supervisors' resolution for new school construction.
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Care about water quality? Local programs need volunteers
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By PWC Soil and Water Conservation District 12/30/16 / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government / Nature and the Outdoors / Volunteering /
Who takes care of the trash in our streams? Where does this trash come from? Where does this trash end up? How does this trash impact water quality and aquatic life?
What type of waterways and water quality will the next generation enjoy? How can residents help promote clean waterways? Take Action: Stop littering, recycle, promote programs to raise awareness about trash in the communities, and join those who are already volunteering with the District.
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Four places Prince William area residents can take holiday greenery for recycling
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FROM Prince William County Government 12/25/16 / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government /
After all the holiday festivities are over and the finery has lost its luster, give your Christmas tree, wreath and other cut greenery another life as compost, mulch or habitat.
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American Red Cross lifeguard certification course to be given Dec. 27-30
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12/24/16 / Breaking News / Health & Safety / Local Government / Manassas /
Want to be a lifeguard this summer? Get certified now. Manassas Park Community Center at 99 Adams Street will host the American Red Cross certification course Dec. 27-30.
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Proposed changes for swimming pool construction in Prince William County
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By Eric M. Mays, PE, Building Official, Prince William County 12/24/16 / Breaking News / Business / Health & Safety / Local Government / Money & Taxes /
Prior to the 2012 Virginia Construction Code being adopted, the Building Official was primarily required to enforce requirements related to swimming pool safety barriers and swimming pool electrical requirements. Prince William County must now also enforce circulation design, diving water envelopes, new barrier requirements and energy conservation requirements, according to the county's Building Official. The comment period, procedures and time line are described below. Comments due by Jan.11, 2017.
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Landfill and Yard Waste Facility holiday closings in Prince William County
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FROM Prince William County Government 12/24/16 / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government / Manassas /
Facilities will close early Christmas Eve, all day Christmas and New Year’s Day.
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Saving a life is as easy as wearing a seatbelt: Motorists reminded wearing seatbelts is mandatory
The Prince William County Police reminds motorists to ear your seatbelt every time because seatbelts save lives! That is the underlying message of this year’s “Click It or Ticket” seatbelt enforcement campaign, which runs through Dec. 1, 2024.
