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 May 2021
May is an exciting month! It is a time to celebrate mothers and recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage, older Americans, pets, biking to work, business appreciation, Early Intervention for infants and toddlers, and several health awareness subjects—mental health, ALS, brain cancer and strokes. Read about these subjects and more in this issue of the community newsletter.
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month was chosen to fall in May to commemorate and celebrate the contributions Asian/Pacific Americans have made to the country and to explore the stories, culture, traditions and history of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans.
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Prince William Compost Awareness Day Promotes Food Recycling
The Prince William County Solid Waste Division and its partners, the Virginia Cooperative Extension Prince William Master Gardeners and Freestate Farms, will host a Compost Awareness Day event on Saturday, May 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Older Americans Month 2021: Communities of Strength
In a 1963 meeting between President John F. Kennedy and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens, May was designated as “Senior Citizens Month,” the prelude to “Older Americans Month.”
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Observing National Pet Month in Prince William County
May marks National Pet Month, and the Prince William County Animal Control Bureau wants to help the community get involved. More than seven million companion animals enter shelters nationwide each year, while under 73 percent of all the animals are either adopted or sent to rescue.
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Prince William County Historic Sites Open for Tours Starting May 1
Did you know that the Historic Preservation Division preserves 13 sites and over 750 acres of historically and culturally significant property throughout Prince William County?
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May is Early Intervention Month
May is Early Intervention Month, and the Infant and Toddler Connection of Greater Prince William encourages residents to visit their webpage to learn more about the program.
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New Changes to Subsidized Childcare
On March 18, 2021, Governor Ralph Northam signed House Bill 2203 into law, which introduces some changes to subsidized childcare in Virginia.
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Mixed Use District: New Zoning District Creates Opportunity to Achieve More Efficient Use of Land in the County
On March 2, 2021, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors adopted a new zoning district called the Mixed Use District.
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Bike to Work Day
Bike to Work Day, scheduled for May 21, is meant to encourage people to consider an alternative way to travel that can help improve their health, reduce traffic congestion, conserve energy and improve air quality.
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Tips for Recognizing and Preventing Mosquito Activity
Every year, the Mosquito and Forest Pest Management Branch conducts site visits across the County in response to mosquito issues.
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May is ALS Awareness Month
May is ALS Awareness Month, and it is recognized each year to bring about advocacy and support for everyone diagnosed with the amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) neurodegenerative disease, sometimes known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease.
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Celebrate Business Appreciation Month by Building Momentum with Economic Development
The Prince William County Department of Economic Development is launching the "Building Momentum" theme this May for Business Appreciation Month.
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May is National Stroke Awareness Month
Every year, more than 800,000 people suffer strokes in the United States, making strokes the fifth-leading cause of death in the country.
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Did You Find What You Were Looking For?
Prince William Public Libraries is seeking the public’s feedback through a short, six-question survey from April 19 – May 21.
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Important Dates to Remember
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May 1: Prince William County Historic Sites Open for Tours
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May 4: Board of County Supervisors Meeting
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May 5: Planning Commission Work Session and Public Hearing
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May 8: Prince William Compost Awareness Day
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May 11: Board of County Supervisors Work Session and Historical Commission Meeting
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May 12: Architectural Review Board
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May 13: Human Rights Commission Meeting
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May 17: Board of Zoning Appeals
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May 18: Board of County Supervisors Meeting
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May 19: Parks Commission Meeting and Planning Commission Work Session and Public Hearing
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May 20: Racial and Social Justice Commission Meeting
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May 21: Bike to Work Day
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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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