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December 2020
December is upon us, and the holiday season is here. In a few short weeks, the seasons will transition from fall to winter, and it will be a new year. Enjoy this issue of the community newsletter that covers a range of topics including a new library, exciting holiday events, practicing COVID-19 safety and more.
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Get to Know the Prince William Board of County Supervisors
Would you like to get to know the Prince William Board of County Supervisors? Check out their videos.
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Deadline to Pay Real Estate Taxes for Second-Half of 2020 Extended
During a meeting on Nov. 17, the Board of County Supervisors passed a resolution extending the payment deadline for real estate taxes for the second-half of 2020 for 60 days, changing the deadline from Dec. 5 to Feb. 3.
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New Prince William County Director of Planning Office Announced
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors is excited to announce the hiring of Parag Agrawal as the new Planning Director for Prince William County.
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New Prince William County Police Chief Announced
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors is excited to announce the hiring of Peter Newsham as the new Police Chief for Prince William County.
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A Historic View of Seasonal Memories
Prince William County residents may come and experience the wonders of the season at Rippon Lodge Historic Site's "Holidays through the Ages."
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December is Safe Toys & Gifts Month - Make Safety a Priority
During this time of the year, children are excited about Christmas, in anticipation of the toys they will receive, yet if not properly selected, toys chosen may cause injury, and even death.
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Stepping into Versatile, Inviting Spaces at Prince William Public Libraries
Prince William Public Libraries continues to enhance its buildings to create functional, inviting spaces for the greater Prince William community.
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Safety Tips for Holiday Shopping and Package Delivery
The 2020 holiday season is here, and the Prince William County Police Department reminds residents of some basic safety tips to observe while shopping online and receiving package deliveries.
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Holidays Impact Recycling
During the holidays, people tend to create more waste. From cardboard boxes and other paper, to food and drink containers, many of these items can and should go in a recycling bin.
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Holiday Events Around the County
There are a number of live and virtual holiday events scheduled in Prince William County in December and January.
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No One Wants COVID-19 for the Holidays
It is not surprising if people are suffering from COVID-19 fatigue. Think back to when the health crisis first began. It would have been hard to imagine the country would still be dealing with the pandemic in December.
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County Celebrates 20th Anniversary of the Commercial Development Committee’s Volunteer Service
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Prince William County Commercial Development Committee, which first began with developing recommendations to improve the County's development process for commercial projects.
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Support Local Businesses
Support Prince William County small businesses, restaurants and attractions with the new Passport to Prince William, an economic recovery initiative coordinated by the Prince William County Office of Tourism.
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Passionate about Public Health? Volunteer with the Medical Reserve Corps!
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, local Medical Reserve Corps volunteers have served more than 5,000 hours—more than 208 days—in Prince William County and the surrounding areas.
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A Brief History of Jack Frost
Some say Jack Frost originated in England. Some say it was Scandinavia. Some say he is an elf. Others say he is the progeny of Norse gods.
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Winter Solstice Celebrations Date to Ancient Times
The winter solstice is Monday, Dec. 21, this year and marks the longest night and shortest day of the year.
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Salvation Army Begins its Holiday Season of Service
The Salvation Army has registered 1,200 angels for this year's Angel Tree project. They need volunteers to man Red Kettles at locations across the County and to make monetary and toy donations.
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County Enhances 9-1-1 Services and Emergency Notification with Smart911
County public safety officials recently announced that Smart911 is now available to all individuals. Smart911 is a free service that allows individuals and families to sign up online to provide key information to 9-1-1 call takers during an emergency.
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Development Services Building Drop-Off Program Recently Launched
The Development Services Building Drop-Off Program is a service that provides customers 24/7 access to a single outdoor, weather-proof container to deliver eligible project submissions and permit applications.
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Join OmniRide for Their First Virtual Hispanic Council Meeting
OmniRide is hosting a virtual Hispanic Council Meeting on Dec. 9, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., to hear from residents about the transportation needs and challenges in the County.
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Dog Licensing Program Changes
Effective Nov. 1, the County has outsourced the dog licensing program to PetData, Inc., a company that provides animal licensing services throughout the U.S.
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The Prevention Alliance of Greater Prince William Introduces Workshops to Empower Parents
The Prevention Alliance of Greater Prince William is bringing together local educators and experts to host a two-day, multi-lingual workshop to empower parents and provide them with information to safeguard their children during these challenging times.
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County Office of Tourism Receives Recovery Grant
The Virginia Tourism Corporation recently awarded the Prince William County Office of Tourism a $10,000 grant from its Recovery Marketing Leverage Program.
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New Wellness Park Under Construction
Prince William County is partnering with Kaiser Permanente to renovate the unused Harbor Drive Commuter Lot into a wellness park. View video from the groundbreaking ceremony.
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Important Dates to Remember
Prevention Alliance of Greater Prince William Workshops to Empower Parents: Dec. 8 and Dec. 10
OmniRide Virtual Hispanic Council Meeting: Dec. 9
Deadline to Pay Real Estate Taxes for the Second-Half of 2020: Feb. 3
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Prince William County is the second-largest county in the Commonwealth of Virginia with a population of nearly 467,000. A highly-educated, racially and ethnically diverse population makes the county one of the most globally represented communities in the region. AAA Bond Ratings, awarded annually from all three ratings agencies, confirms a commitment to a thriving and robust economy. Prince William County encompasses a total area of 348 square miles and includes independent cities and towns, state and federal park properties, and Quantico Marine Corps Base. Steeped in rich history, surrounded by beautiful parks and open space, Prince William County is a community of choice where individuals, families and businesses choose to live, work and play.
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