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County supervisors mull red-light, speed cameras Cameras would be placed in school zones, high-crash intersections

By Anya Sczerzenie Times Staff Writer

Prince William County is considering a plan to install red-light cameras and speed-detecting cameras at several intersections as soon as this summer as part of a one-year pilot program to test their effectiveness.

Eight red-light cameras would be set up throughout the county at key intersections as part of the proposal. Nine speed-detecting cameras would also be set up to detect speeding drivers in school zones and construction zones.

According to the county’s plan, which was pre-

High-crash intersections targeted for red-light cameras:

• Linton Hall and Nokesville roads in Bristow • U.S. 1 and Gordon Boulevard in Woodbridge • Dale Boulevard and Minnieville Road in Dale City • Prince William Parkway and Sudley Manor Drive in Manassas • Prince William Parkway and Hoadly Road in Manassas • Old Bridge Road and Harbor Drive in Lake Ridge • Old Centreville Road and Yorkshire Lane in Yorkshire sented to the Prince William Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, March 14, eight school zones would have speed-detecting cameras starting on the first

day of school in August, while one “roaming” speed camera would travel as needed to construction zones throughout the county.

The cameras would take photos of vehicles that break traffic regulations, and these would be sent to both the camera vendor and the police department to be verified. The vendor would make sure the photo was taken correctly and is of good enough quality to see a possible violation. Police would determine if what is shown in the photo is a violation.

Vehicles that run red lights could receive up to a $50 fine, and vehicles that travel 10 miles over the speed limit in a school or construction zones could be fined up to $100, according to the proposal.

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Donkey rescue departs from Kline farm

Former elections chief accused of altering 2020 election results

By Cher Muzyk

Times Staff Writer

Boarding operation moves to Nokesville ahead of new housing development

from “kill pens” in Louisa, Virginia; Ashboro, North Carolina; and Sneedville, Tennessee.

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares’ office is accusing former Prince William County general registrar Michele White of altering local results from the Michele White 2020 presidential election – an allegation tied to her September 2022 indictment that was revealed for the first time Friday, March 10 during a pre-trial hearing.

A grand jury indicted White last year on charges of corruption, lying on a state form and neglect of duty.

But Miyares’ office has refused to detail the specific allegations underlying the charges and only partially revealed them during the March 10 hearing in Prince William County Circuit Court.

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See REGISTRAR, page 4

By Jill Palermo

Times Staff Writer

It’s likely that Kline farm, a stretch of farmland along Prince William Parkway near Liberia Avenue, will eventually be developed into hundreds of new homes with scores of new residents.

But first, Sam Casselbury, who’s operated a horse boarding and donkey rescue at Kline farm for the last 13 years, had to find a new home for Gordon, Buster and Hupert.

All three are donkeys that Casselbury, 38, rescued from being shipped to China, where she said they were likely to be slaughtered for their hides.

Casselbury, a native of Burke, has been renting the stables at

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Sam Casselbury with two of her rescued donkeys, Dudley, left, and Roscoe, right.

Kline farm for five horses she cares for in her boarding business.

Over the last few years, Casselbury also added a donkey rescue and has since rescued 24 donkeys

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Donkey rescue departs from Kline farm DONKEY RESCUE, from page 1 Now, with plans to develop Kline farm on the horizon, Casselbury is in the process of transferring her horse-boarding business from Kline farm to Nokesville. But the new farm doesn’t have room for all 10 of her rescued donkeys. Nor does it have a separate paddock that Casselbury needs to quarantine additional rescue donkeys. An isolation area is needed to keep the new animals separate from her boarded horses and other donkeys for at least 30 days to ensure they do not spread diseases to the other animals.

As a result, Casselbury is closing her donkey rescue operation, one of the few in Prince William County, because of the move.

“I’m devastated,” Casselbury said of having to close her rescue. “It’s not a fancy place, but it’s home.”

“I love the donkeys. They’re like overgrown dogs,” she added, noting that the animals can be emotional and moody at times but also develop strong bonds with their human caretakers and with each other.

“I don’t think I actually intended to have a rescue. I just wanted to play with donkeys, and by doing this, I just kept finding them,” she said.

In October 2022, Don Kline, who inherited the farm from his parents, told Casselbury the farm could soon be sold to residential developer Stanley Martin if the Prince William Board of County Supervisors approved the latest plan to develop the farm.

Formerly a dairy farm, the Kline property was split by construction of the Prince William Parkway in the 1990s and ceased caring for cows and producing milk in 1989.

The area is zoned agricultural, a designation that allows only one home per 10 acres. But the Kline family and Stanley Martin have been trying to develop it into new housing since 2015.

The latest proposal is to build 240 townhomes on 92 of the property’s 132 acres along with a self-storage facility, a drive-through pharmacy and other commercial spaces.

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Sam Casselbury walks in a field on Kline farm with two of her rescued mules, Willow and Monroe, a pony named Bonnie, and one of her boarded horses, Rose.

But while that number of new homes is fewer than the 500 originally planned for the farm a few years ago, nearby residents are still opposed. They say it doesn’t fit with residential areas to the south of the farm, which are single-family homes on larger lots.

In response to those concerns, the supervisors voted on Jan. 18 to defer until March 14 their vote on a rezoning and three special-use permits needed to move the development forward. Since then, Stanley Martin pulled its application from the supervisors’ agenda altogether in an effort to make the rezoning more palatable to the farm’s neighbors.

Don Kline confirmed in a recent interview that he warned Casselbury last fall that she’d likely have to move her animals from the farm soon. But he said he didn’t know how long it would take for the supervisors to approve the rezoning or for Stanley Martin to begin building.

Kline said Casselbury likely could have had at least another year on the property had she worked something out with Stanley Martin.

Casselbury, however, said she did not want to wait too long to find another home for her equine charges.

“When you’ve got some 20 horses and donkeys to move, that can take months,” she said.

“I love the donkeys. They’re like overgrown dogs. ... I don’t think I actually intended to have a rescue. I just wanted to play with donkeys, and by doing this, I just kept finding them.”

SAM CASSELBURY

Accordingly, Casselbury began looking for a new boarding spot immediately and jumped at the chance to move to Nokesville when she found some available stables for rent.

After realizing she would not have room for all her rescued donkeys, Casselbury also began looking for a place to rehome them. It didn’t take long.

The Foxfield Equestrian Club at Ashland, located in Warrenton, agreed to take all three donkeys, which was a big relief since Gordon, Buster and Hupert were bonded, Casselbury said.

“Bonded donkeys can get depressed if they’re separated and sometimes won’t eat,” she said.

Taking on three donkeys is also a big responsibility because they typically live into their late 30s, she added.

Although she said she’s glad they found a home together, Casselbury said it was hard to see them go. She’s becoming very attached to her rescues and even started a TikTok channel, “Whimmy 11,” to share their antics.

“I love watching donkeys play,” Casselbury said. “It’s so rough; you think they are hurting each other.”

Kline said he understands why Casselbury wanted to move sooner rather than later. Kline said he, too, will miss the donkeys and the horses. He and his wife live near the farm and frequently took their grandchildren to see the animals when they visited, he said.

“We’ve loved having Sam here, and we think we’ve been fair to her,” he said.

Now that the development is once again on hold, Casselbury said she “strongly considered staying (at Kline farm) as long as possible.”

But in the end, she decided it was time to stop worrying about having to move and just do it.

“I’ve been dealing with (the coming development) for years,” she said. “I’m just lucky I found somewhere to go.”

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Panel asks county to fund vet staff for the animal shelter

By Anya Sczerzenie Times Staff Writer

The Prince William County Animal Advisory Committee is asking county officials to add $250,000 to next year’s county budget to add a veterinarian and two assistants, which would allow the new animal shelter to have a veterinarian on site seven days a week.

The advisory committee, a group of residents appointed by the Prince William Board of County Supervisors to advise on matters of domestic animal welfare, is requesting the additional money to hire a veterinarian, a vet tech and veterinary assistant.

The recently completed shelter, which opened in September 2022, is only able to have a part-time veterinarian there two days a week, which forces many animals to go off-site for care. Though the new shelter has a special medical-grade room to provide medical care, it lacks the necessary staff, according to Patti Bright, the head of the Animal Advisory Committee.

“We’ve made great investments, including a brand-new surgical suite,” said Bright at a public budget hearing on Feb. 28. “But right now, the surgical suite is idle.”

The shelter has indicated a need for a veterinarian to focus on surgeries, including spaying and neutering animals. Many animals have to be spayed and neutered at other facilities, increasing both the cost of their stay at the shelter and the time they spend there.

1st Sgt. Jonathan Perok, Prince William County police spokesperson, said that while hiring more staff would not fully eliminate the need for partnerships with local veterinary clinics, it would increase the quality and consistency of care for the animals in the shelter.

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A dog at the animal shelter.

“An on-site veterinary staff could provide limited services, including basic surgery, more frequently,” Perok wrote in an email. “With these services being performed on-site, and with more availability, the length of stay for animals in the shelter would likely be significantly reduced, which is better for the animals, and also reduces the costs of care.”

During a recent meeting of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, Bright suggested

raising the pet adoption fee from $45 to $200 to help offset the costs of spaying and neutering animals and to fund the new vet positions. According to Animal Advisory Committee Secretary Noelle Shott, 80% of their animals must be spayed and neutered before being adopted.

Perok said that increasing the cost of adoption would help the shelter provide more services to adopters, including testing animals for diseases such as heartworm.

Board of Supervisors Chair Ann Wheeler, D-At Large, said that the board is considering the Animal Advisory Commission’s request and expects to talk about it more during upcoming public budget hearings on March 21 and April 11.

“We always take into account requests that people bring up during the budget public hearing, and I’m sure their request will be a point of conversation on the board,” Wheeler wrote in an email.

The county’s new animal shelter, run by the Prince William County Police Department’s Animal Control Bureau, was built next to the former animal shelter. It features a barn for larger animals, several play yards for dogs and “cat condos” as well as housing areas for smaller animals. The shelter was also built with animal care and surgeries in mind, and the surgical suite was a point of pride for the shelter when it was initially constructed.

The shelter was a replacement for the county’s original one, which opened in 1975 and was slated for replacement in 2017 when many of its facilities became obsolete. Construction of the replacement shelter was delayed for several years, pushed back because of budget cuts.

Shott says that the AAC plans to attend the public budget hearing on March 21 to continue advocating for the funding.

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Former elections chief accused of altering 2020 election results REGISTRAR, from page 1 Before Judge Carroll Weimer, Jr., Miyares’ office alleged that White, 51, of Occoquan, altered election results within the state election reporting system known as VERIS, and that her alterations resulted in the inaccurate reporting of Prince William County’s presidential election results to the state. White “swore falsely to those election returns,” prosecutors said in court.

Miyares’ office specifically alleges that White “ordered a third party to change machine tapes” tallying ballot counts in voting machines and “did not count other ballots she was supposed to count,” prosecutors said.

During the hearing, prosecutors Phillip Figura and James Herring with the Virginia Office of the Attorney General alleged the VERIS system election numbers were different than the tally tape numbers, indicating that White “uploaded a number that was not accurate.”

“She made up numbers to cover her tracks for negligence in her position,” one of the prosecutors said, adding that the attorney general’s office would provide eyewitness testimony to support the allegations at trial in addition to tally tape evidence.

But the prosecutors provided no specifics about the number of ballots they believe White altered or failed to count. They also did not specify whether the ballots at issue were cast in person or were mailed absentee ballots and provided no information about what precincts might have been affected. They also did not identify the “third party.”

White served as Prince William County’s general registrar from 2015 to April 2021. She resigned from her

post after an emergency meeting of the Prince William County Electoral Board in late March 2021.

Miyares’ investigation began after current Prince William County Registrar Eric Olsen discovered what he called “anomalies” in 2020 election paperwork earlier this year. Olsen reported the issues to the Virginia State Board of Elections, which triggered Miyares’ investigation.

Olsen has since declined to give more specifics on what he found except to say the issues he reported would not have changed the results of any election on the ballot in November 2020.

The new information regarding the allegations came to light during the Friday, March 10 hearing during which White’s defense attorney, Zachary Stafford, argued four pre-trial motions.

Stafford asked the judge to order prosecutors to file a “bill of particulars,” which is a written statement detailing the accusations behind White’s charges. Stafford argued that the charges in the indictment are broad and do not provide enough information “to identify with particularity the criminal conduct alleged.”

“My client is confused. I’m confused,” Stafford said. “I have no idea which document she is alleged to have made a false statement on.

There are 251 boxes and 691 envelopes” of materials in evidence.

The judge then asked the prosecutors: “Don’t you need to tell them what the corrupt conduct is for them to defend against it? … It seems a little vague to say she engaged in corrupt conduct, and that’s all.”

Prosecutors, however, countered that White was just looking for a “roadmap” of the charges, and they declined to provide one. But prosecutors agreed to work with defense

County supervisors mull red-light, speed cameras CAMERAS, from page 1 The fine for speeding would be less than a traditional ticket, and the infraction would not give the driver demerit points on their driver’s license.

In contrast, a speeding ticket may cost a driver $132 and could result in three demerit points.

The supervisors have scheduled a public hearing on the red-light and speeding camera proposal for their Tuesday, April 11 meeting to allow residents to weigh in. If the proposal is approved, the board would have to draft an ordinance and provide more education about the cameras to the public.

Supervisors asked county staff several months ago to study red-light and speed cameras in an effort to improve traffic safety. Prince William County has seen a record number of fatal pedestrian crashes in recent years.

According to Ricardo Canizales, director of the county’s transportation department, the cameras would help reduce the need for police presence in targeted areas and allow drivers to have fewer interactions with law enforcement. They would also allow police to catch everyone who speeds or runs a red light instead of relying on officers to conduct traffic stops, which can take a long time.

counsel to highlight the alleged misconduct at issue. The judge then denied White’s motion for a bill of particulars.

Stafford then asked the judge to order Clerk of the Court Jackie Smith to unseal the ballots and election returns retained from the 2020 election and held at the courthouse so White’s defense team can inspect and copy them.

“The default (assumption) should be that (White) did (her job) correctly. Maybe what White reported was accurate, and the tapes were wrong.

The ballots give us the best evidence,” Stafford argued.

Prosecutors did not object to allowing White’s attorney access to the ballots and election returns.

The judge granted the defense motion and unsealed the records that include the original tally tapes and ballots to allow White’s defense to prepare for trial. The judge also ordered that the records remain in the custody of Smith’s office and that any review be done under the clerk’s supervision.

Stafford also asked the judge to authorize state funds to pay for a hand count of Prince William County’s ballots from the November 2020 presidential election. Stafford said that Olsen’s office agreed to perform a hand count at the cost of 45 cents per ballot, for a total of about $103,000.

In his motion, Stafford wrote that White “does not have the funds necessary to pay” for the investigation and that she is “entirely reliant on the charity of others in order to cover these exorbitant expenses.”

White launched a GoFundMe account last October, which so far has raised $2,197 of a $40,000 goal.

Stafford noted that White currently makes about $45,000 a year but did

not specify where she is employed.

Stafford clarified that White is not seeking a recount of the presidential election and only wants the hand count performed because “the ballots themselves are the best evidence.”

“The Commonwealth is relying on the tapes. We rely on the ballots.

If they say she modified election results, it is fair to count the ballots,” Stafford said during the hearing.

Miyares’ office said such a review has “essentially ... already been done.” Prosecutors said that they had already provided an electronic file to the defense in which “Olsen already tallied up machine tapes and noticed the discrepancy between what was reported to VERIS.” Weimer held that he would not release state funds to pay for a hand count because he did not believe a hand count was “necessary.” He also said that “at $45,000 a year she is not indigent per state criteria.”

The matter is set for a four-day jury trial beginning on April 3.

But defense counsel filed a motion seeking a continuance of at least six months to prepare her defense and also requested that the trial’s duration be extended from four days to 10 days.

Weimer is set to decide that motion on Friday, March 17. He tasked Figura and Herring with speaking to the witnesses they intend to question at trial to find out their availability and to be ready to set a new trial date at next week’s hearing.

“This is not likely to go six months; it seems ridiculous.” Weimer said, adding: “I am not going to put this in the middle of elections to have this thing tried in the press.”

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Public hearing on adding red-light, speed cameras: Tuesday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m.

“It takes at least 15 minutes to pull someone over, and in that time, officers are missing other violations,” Canizales said.

Any cameras would give only warnings for the first 30 days after their installation. After that, the police department would start to issue citations through the mail.

The county completed a study in spring 2022 to determine the need for red-light cameras in school zones and construction zones. According to the study, 22% of vehicles observed in school zones during student arrival and dismissal times were traveling 10 miles or more over the speed limit, along with 4% of vehicles in construction zones.

“It doesn’t seem large, but when you see the number, it’s 15,000 vehicles speeding through construction sites,” Canizales said.

During the study, 6,522 red-light violations were also observed during a 24-hour period in eight different locations, with most being illegal right turns. According to Canizales, the most dangerous type of red-light violation is when a driver goes straight through the intersection, which accounted for 22% of all red-light violations.

According to the presentation by Canizales, the police department expects an 80% to 95% rate of compliance with traffic laws in locations with cameras.

If the plan is approved, the county would place red-light cameras in areas where they are most needed based on crash data from the past four years. While there are 340 potential locations for cameras, only eight would be fitted with cameras during the project’s pilot phase. The pilot phase will last for just more than a year, spanning from July 2023 to August 2024.

The project would cost $850,000 initially, but the police department says the costs will be recovered, and the project would be “cost neutral.”

Supervisors’ reactions to the proposal were mixed, with some speaking positively of the plan’s potential to make roads safer, and others voicing concerns about the red-light cameras in particular.

“I’m not sure this is the answer,” said Supervisor Yesli Vega, R-Coles, who said that she is concerned that red-light cameras would impact privacy without doing anything to prevent loss of life in accidents. Vega also said that she is worried about camera malfunctions giving false citations to drivers.

Lt. Shawn Peak, of the Prince William County Police Department, said that if a camera is found to be malfunctioning, all citations it issued would be dismissed until the camera is fixed.

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Commission moves to protect Digital Gateway area historic sites

By Cher Muzyk

Times Staff Writer

In an effort to force a public discussion about the proposed Prince William Digital Gateway’s impact to local historic sites, the county’s historical commission voted Tuesday to recommend that two areas in the vicinity of the future data center corridor – Pageland Farm and Rock Hill Farm – be formally designated as “county registered historic sites.”

The commission’s recommendation now goes to the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, which will decide whether to initiate a comprehensive plan amendment to further study the proposed designations. When the board will take up the matter is not yet known.

Back in November 2022, the supervisors approved a comprehensive plan amendment to transform 2,139 acres directly north of Manassas National Battlefield Park into a massive new data center corridor. The area is in the county’s once-protected rural crescent and overlaps the state and nationally recognized “Manassas Battlefield Historic District,” which spans 6,400 acres. Only about 5,073 acres are contained by the battlefield’s boundaries. Another 1,396 acres lie along the Pageland Lane corridor.

The charge to formally recognize historic properties in the PW Digital Gateway area was led by Blaine Pearsall, the Gainesville District representative to the Prince William County Historical Commission, and other like-minded commissioners who have opposed developing areas within the battlefield historic district for new data centers for nearly a year.

Pearsall has been pushing for months to find out why the existing historic district was not formally recognized by county officials as the PW Digital Gateway has wound through the county’s approval process.

Commissioners suggested four sites in the vicinity of the PW Digital Gateway planning area to consider as “county registered historic sites,” a designation that would not prevent their development but could require steps to mitigate impacts to the area.

The commission voted to recommend that the supervisors designate “Pageland Farm” and “Rock Hill Farm” as county registered historic sites. “Pageland Farm” consists of approximately 2,500 acres within the historic district and adjacent to the battlefield. The area is bounded by Pageland Lane on the east and U.S. 29 on the south.

The commission noted that Confederate infantry units from Alabama, North Carolina and Mississippi camped and trained in the Pageland Farm area and between August and November of 1861 and “as many as 476 members of these units died of disease and were likely interred on the property,” according to the commission’s proposal.

Also, during the Battle of Second Manassas on Aug. 29, 1862, the high ground of the Pageland Farm area “anchored the extreme right flank” of Confederate Gen. Thomas

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Gainesville District Historical Commissioner Blaine Pearsall, center, listens as other fellow members discuss historic sites near the Prince William Digital Gateway.

“Stonewall” Jackson’s “unfinished railroad defense line,” where more than 5,000 troops were deployed.

The Pageland Farm area is comprised of about 15 privately-owned properties along Pageland Lane and partially overlaps the PW Digital Gateway planning area. The cultural and historical significance of Pageland Farm has been recognized by its previous listings on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register.

After a heated and sometimes emotional discussion, the historical commission voted 9-3 to recommend Pageland Farm as a registered historic site in the cultural resources chapter of the county’s comprehensive plan.

One of the three no votes came from Occoquan Mayor Earnie Porta, an atlarge member of the historical commission who called the vote an “11th hour attempt at trying to block the Digital Gateway … and fundamentally an effort to try to block development breaking into the rural crescent.”

Porta also said he wasn’t persuaded by the history provided, noting he “feels strongly about battlefield and cemeteries but not encampments.” He also said that he believes that the digital gateway developers, Compass and QTS, will actually make the history of the area more accessible since much of the land is now privately owned. The land would remain privately owned, however, if developed into data centers.

Historical Commissioner John DePue, who represents the Coles District, countered: “We have knowledge that this is a place where soldiers died.”

“Each of these sites must rise or fall on their own merit … without the political noise,” DePue added.

The Rock Hill Farm was recommended in a 9-4 vote. While much of the area is owned by the American Battlefield Trust, the remainder is privately owned and includes property owned by Mary Ann Ghadban, a commercial real estate developer who first proposed the idea of a data center corridor along Pageland Lane.

Rock Hill Farm is significant to the Battle of Second Manassas because the tract was behind Stonewall Jackson’s “Stony Ridge” defense line. There is evidence the site was also a Confederate field hospital and potentially contains military graves, according to the commission’s proposal.

The commission voted down recommending two other sites – the Marble Hill Freedman Settlement and Thornton Drive Road. The commission tabled a decision on the Marble Hill Freedman Settlement to do more research. The site is known to be the birthplace of Jennie Dean, who founded the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth, the first high school for Black students in Northern Virginia.

The commission voted not to move forward a designation for Thornton Drive, which intersects with Pageland Lane and Catharpin Road, because while it agreed it is historic because of its location in a post-Civil War African American settlement, the roadbed itself does not meet the criteria for a county registered historic site.

Commission Vice Chair Yolanda Green, who represents the Potomac District, suggested erecting a sign at the roadside explaining its historical significance.

The decisions came during a fivehour meeting that stretched beyond 12:30 a.m. Wednesday morning.

Pageland Lane area residents who have signed contracts to sell their properties to data center developers involved in the PW Digital Gateway spoke against the designations during public comment time, insisting there is “nothing left” of historical value remaining on their properties.

“This is backroom politics at its most deceptive,” said Page Snyder, who owns about 150 acres in the PW Digital Gateway area.

Snyder, whose mother Annie Snyder, led the fight against a Disney theme park proposed outside Haymarket because of its impact on the battlefield and surrounding historic areas, called the historical commission’s attempt to designate her family’s property as a registered historic site “outrageous.”

“We all know what’s going on here,” Synder said, adding: “Some members of this commission have become political pawns.”

Ghadban falsely called the commission’s vote a “government taking” of her private property.

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OmniRide bus drivers OK new contract, end 28-day strike

By Jill Palermo

Times Staff Writer

OmniRide bus drivers voted overwhelmingly Sunday to accept the latest contract offer from Keolis, the private company that hires and manages the bus drivers, ending a 28-day strike and returning much of the commuter bus service to normal.

The drivers “are ecstatic,” said Bill Davis, secretary/treasurer of Teamsters 639, the bus drivers’ union. “(They will) get a significantly large increase in their pay. … They’re excited to get back to work.”

Several commuter Express routes into the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. and Tysons Corner resumed their normal operating schedules on Monday, March 13. Returning all routes to regular service might “take a few days,” said OmniRide spokeswoman Alyssa Ludwiczak.

The bus drivers met at OmniRide’s western Prince William facility Sunday, March 12 and voted 103-7 to accept the contract Keolis offered on Friday, March 10, Davis said.

The deal is the first the union has negotiated with the Boston-based Keolis since OmniRide awarded the company the contract to manage the bus drivers about 18 months ago. Prior to Keolis, the contract was held by First Transit, Davis said.

The bus drivers walked off the job on Feb. 13 after negotiations, which began in mid-August, were no longer productive. Davis and said that while the strike was painful for the drivers financially, it was necessary to get the pay and benefits they were looking for.

Among the main sticking points in the negotiations were driver pay, the driver pay scale, health care benefits, matching funds for drivers’ 401k plans, holiday pay and 40-hour work weeks.

The deal the drivers approved, among other things, will shrink the former 16-year pay scale to

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OmniRide bus drivers celebrate their Sunday, March 12 vote to approve a new contract with Keolis, the private company that hires and manages the drivers. just five years, meaning drivers will earn top pay after just five years on the job.

It also offers across-the-board raises of about 14% as well as a 3% match for drivers’ 401k plans.

Drivers had no 401k match previously from Keolis, Davis said.

Drivers will now also be paid time and a half for working on holidays, and about 90% of the drivers will be assigned full, 40-hour work weeks, which was not previously the case, Davis said.

The drivers were pushing to raise starting pay from $23 to $26 an hour and top pay from about $33 to $37.99 an hour, according to Matt McQuaid, a Teamsters 639 spokesman.

The strike was the longest in OmniRide’s history. But drivers believe they “would not have gotten this deal” without it, Davis said.

“The strike was devastating to the drivers. They had bills to pay, and (strike pay) is next to nothing,” he added. “But they knew if they didn’t stay out,

they would continue to be mistreated. They were paid at such a low rate, it was disrespectful.”

Despite the strike, about 35 of the 150 bus drivers had returned to their jobs as of this past week.

The number allowed OmniRide to offer limited local service and paratransit service, for disabled customers, throughout the four-week strike.

OmniRide began offering limited service from the Horner Road commuter lot in Woodbridge to the Pentagon as of Wednesday, March 8. During the previous week, they had added limited service to the Springfield Metro station.

The new deal will cost Keolis about $3 million more a year – or $12 million over the length of the four-year contract-- according to details OmniRide shared on its website on Friday, March 10.

“While this is a large dollar amount, the cost is driven by the reduction of the number of years to reach top pay and is in line with industry standards, making OmniRide a highly competitive place to work,” the statement said. “This allows OmniRide to offer excellence in our services by hiring and retaining the region’s best operator workforce.”

The new contract will cost Keolis about $300,000 in the first year, which Keolis will absorb without having to ask OmniRide for extra money, Ludwiczak said. The commuter service is slated to pay Keolis about $1.4 million in fiscal year 2024, which begins July 1.

It’s not yet clear how the bus drivers’ new contract will affect future OmniRide budgets, but a statement issued by OmniRide after the strike ended said the new contract “could have repercussions to county taxpayers.”

Prince William County pays about 90% of the cost of the commuter bus service, while the remaining is paid by Manassas, Manassas Park and Stafford County.

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The Airport and the City of Manassas are seeking community participation and feedback during the development of the Airport Master Plan. The Airport Master Plan will provide an overview of future airport operations, including future demand levels.

An airport master plan is updated approximately every 10 to 20 years, or when a large-scale shift is proposed to airside or landside facilities. An airport master plan projects future aviation demands for the airport and outlines development over a 10 to 20-year period. The update will focus on several key areas including aviation forecasts, demand/capacity, facility requirements, and development alternatives for consideration.

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The House budget could result in Prince William schools getting about $3 million less than expected, Lateef said.

State lawmakers will return to Richmond later this month to finalize the state budget.

“We’re already cutting other things,” Lateef said of the school division’s budget for the 2023-24 school year. “We have so many needs. We have to fund all the needs, and we’ve never done 10%” raises for teachers.

In presenting the proposed 5% raise, Lateef noted that teachers and staff received a 7% raise for the current year along with adjustments in certain positions on the teacher pay scale aimed at making Prince William County’s teacher pay more competitive with surrounding school divisions.

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Prince William County teachers are pressing the school board for a 10% raise for the coming school year, saying the amount is in line with larger raises being offered to the Prince William police department and other first-responders.

But School Board Chairman Dr. Babur Lateef said the school division’s proposed $1.6 billion budget doesn’t have the funds to offer raises larger than the 5% boost proposed for teachers and staff during the 2023-24 school year.

Superintendent LaTanya McDade earmarked $48.8 million in her proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 to fund the 5% raises, according to the school division website. The increase includes a “step” increase, which offers an average raise of 3% for all employees, and a 2% cost-ofliving increase.

With inflation rising at an annual rate of close to 8%, and Prince William still lagging behind surrounding school divisions in average pay for teachers, Prince William Education Association President Maggie Hansford says the 5% raise isn’t enough.

The PWEA is asking both the school board and the Prince William Board of County Supervisors to fund 10% raises for teachers with no increase in health care premiums. Under McDade’s budget, teachers and staff would pay an average of 3% more for health insurance next year.

“A 10% raise and no increase in health care benefits would begin to put us in a range where we’re competitive in the county (compared to proposed raises for other county workers) and competitive with other school divisions,” Hansford told the Prince William Times. “That would put us at a good starting place.”

The Prince William County Public School Division is the largest employer in the county with a staff of more than 11,000. More than 6,000 employees are teachers, and providing a 1% across-the-board raise costs about $7 million, Hansford said.

In a recent interview, Lateef said the school division likely won’t have the funds necessary to pay for an extra 5% raise for teachers even if state lawmakers approve the most generous version of the state budget currently under negotiation in Richmond. The budget proposed by the state Senate, which is narrowly controlled by Democrats, could mean an additional $20 to $30 million for Prince William County schools, Lateef said.

The state Senate budget proposes 7% raises for teachers and lifts funding caps on some positions, which would provide a significant boost to the state’s public school divisions, nearly all of which employ more teachers and support staff than

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED REAL PROPERTY TAX INCREASE The City of Manassas Government proposes to increase property tax levies.

1. Assessment Increase: Total assessed value of real property (commercial and residential), excluding additional assessments due to new construction or improvements to property, exceeds last year’s total assessed value of real property by 10.4 percent.

2. Lower Rate Necessary to Offset Increased Assessment: The total tax rate (including fire/rescue levy) which would levy the same amount of real estate tax as last year, when multiplied by the new total assessed value of real estate with the exclusions mentioned above, would be $1.216 per $100 of assessed value. This rate will be known as the “lowered tax rate.”

3. Effective Rate Increase: The City of Manassas Government proposes to adopt a total tax rate (including fire/rescue levy) of $1.342 per $100 of assessed value. The difference between the lowered tax rate and the proposed rate would be $0.126 per $100, or 10.4 percent. This difference will be known as the “effective tax rate increase.”

Individual property taxes may, however, increase at a percentage greater than or less than the above percentage.

4. Proposed Total Budget Increase: Based on the proposed real property tax rate and changes in other revenues, the total budget of the City of Manassas (excluding the Manassas City Public School Board budget, which has not yet been presented) will exceed last year’s by 11.1 percent.

A public hearing on the increase will be held on Monday, April 24, 2023 at the City Council meeting which begins at 5:30 P.M. in Jennie Dean Elementary School Auditorium, at 9601 Prince William Street, Manassas, Virginia. All hearings are open to the public. The Manassas City Council shall permit persons desiring to be heard an opportunity to present oral testimony within such reasonable time limits as shall be determined by the Manassas City Council.

The Manassas City Council, while advertising a real property tax rate of $1.342 per $100 of assessed value, requests public input from the citizens of Manassas before actually setting real property tax rates as detailed in Notice of Public Hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024.

The hearing is being held in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact the City Clerk at the above address or by telephone at 703/257-8280 or TTY 7-1-1. Persons needing interpreter services for the deaf must notify the City Clerk no later than April 17, 2023.

Prince William teachers push for 10% raises RAISES, from page 7 Lateef also notes teachers have received significant raises in all but one of the last six years. During 2020, when the county pulled back spending due to the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers received only a 2.4% raise. In all other years, raises have ranged between 4.8% and 7%, Lateef said.

“We’ll do what we can afford,” he added. “I think it’s important for teachers to advocate for raises. I would love to give them more if we can.”

During the March 8 budget markup session, Lateef said the school board would consider higher staff raises if possible. “We might be able to get to a 7% raise, but that depends on the Senate budget,” he said.

In response to Lateef’s remarks, Hansford noted the school division will continue to have high staff vacancies unless salaries are more competitive.

“Until we make salaries a priority, our classrooms will continue to be larger, and … we’ll continue to struggle to hire certified staff,” Hansford said.

As a result of the teacher raises in recent years, Prince William County schools starting pay for certified teachers with a bachelor’s degree, at $53,570, is the third highest in the Washington, D.C. area, according to the annual Washington Area Boards

of Education, or WABE, report.

But Prince William County still ranks near the bottom in average teacher pay of the nine school divisions included in the WABE area.

The average teacher salary in Prince William for the current school year is $75,915. Only Manassas Park has a lower average teacher salary at $67,310. Arlington County’s average teacher salary is the highest at $89,881, according to the WABE report.

Prince William County teachers have been working toward collective bargaining for the past two years.

PWEA won an election earlier this year to become the “exclusive bargaining agent” for the school division’s certified and support staff eligible to participate in collective bargaining. The election did not come in time for this year’s budget, however, so teachers were not involved in crafting the spending plan, Hansford noted.

However, the PWEA is in the process of setting up its first bargaining meeting with school division leaders for the 2024-25 budget; the two sides expect to start meeting in April, Hansford said.

“It’s unfortunate that until our voice is at the table, staff salaries will continue to not be a priority,” Hansford said.

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Va. renters will soon have more notice before the rent goes up Across the commonwealth, hardworking Virginians have been telling us the same thing: The rising cost of renting or owning a home is making families more insecure and less able to plan for a financially secure future.

Democrats in the state legislature are listening to their concerns and are standing up for Virginians against corporate interests.

Thirty percent of Virginians spend more than 30% of their hard-earned income on housing. The supply of affordable housing is not keeping up with the growing population here in the commonwealth, with new residents pushing up the costs of housing everywhere. However, new population figures show that NOVA is actually losing residents to other states, in large part because of housing costs. We want Virginia to thrive and grow and to do that we will need to ensure there is enough affordable housing for all middle- and working-class Virginians.

Not only do rising housing costs make it hard to save, it means that Virginians are spending money on

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housing instead of spending money at local businesses, run by small business owners, here in Virginia. If we do not work to fix the housing market so that Virginians have the financial freedom to thrive, all Virginians will suffer.

Right now, there is no legal limit on how much a landlord can increase your rent in a single year in Virginia.

Renting an apartment with two kids in a school district you like? Your landlord can increase your rent 50% in a year, leaving you scrambling. It’s also legal for landlords to include an automatic renewal provision in their lease without sufficient notice.

My legislation, HB 2022, would have required a separate written agreement between landlord and tenant for any rent increases that take place

during the lease term. In this way, it would better balance bargaining power between landlords and tenants.

HB1702, which passed the state House and Senate, similarly helps both landlords and tenants. If signed

by Gov. Glenn Youngkin, this bill will require landlords to provide written notice of any increase in rent that would occur upon renewal 60 days before the end of the term, giving people time to arrange their finances to accommodate an increase or find a new apartment, if needed.

This also helps landlords by potentially reducing evictions and maintaining continuity of occupancy and payments. We want to make sure there are no surprises for Virginia families or landlords. By working together, we can help mitigate some of the factors that exacerbate Virginia’s housing affordability issues.

It’s important not just to keep prices stable but also to better understand the housing market and find solutions to increase the supply of affordable housing. This year, I’ve proposed em-

powering the Department of Housing and Community Development to work with George Mason University to study the factors that impact our ability to preserve and increase affordable housing, including real estate purchasing and flipping by private equity firms, among others. The recommendations that come from this research will be important in helping us identify problem areas and set the right course to grow our housing stock.

Democrats look forward to working with our Republican colleagues to find solutions for all Virginians, from rural to urban communities and everything in between. I know we can find a middle ground that will protect renters without putting rental companies out of business. We will continue to be pragmatic and find common ground where we can, as well as make policies that reward hardworking Virginians and allow them to flourish financially.

The writer is a Democrat representing the 50th District in the Virginia House of Delegates.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Keeping the county clean 1 piece of litter at a time I wasn’t always obsessed with garbage.

When I cleaned up, it was usually sentences in one of my old newspaper stories, not my bedroom. But once I moved to Dale City, I started noticing graffiti on the playground equipment across the street and discarded items in the creek near my home. As a new homeowner and someone who appreciates nature, I inquired about what I could do not only in my neck of the woods but in Prince William County.

That’s when I discovered the Adopt-A-Stream program, once run by the state and now administered by the Prince William Soil and Water Conservation District. It guided me to the wetlands behind the Dale City Recreation Center ballfields off Delaney Road. While beautiful, that location had unfortunately become a haven for trash.

Over the last decade and a half, friends and former coworkers have spent hours filling trash bags with thousands of water and soda bottles, broken up Styrofoam, bicycles, beer cans, tires, bed frames, toys, and of course, baseballs. Ironically, we even pulled out a newspaper rack one year.

This year, I am happy to report that trash seems to have lessened – at least for one year.

On March 4, my friend Jonathan Hunley and I collected just three bags, a record-low in the 15plus years I have been doing this.

While this is source of satisfaction, I under-

stand you may not hold the same amount of enthusiasm as I do after picking up a loaded diaper from a creek. And that’s OK, I understand.

I suggest you start slowly. Pick up one piece of trash from the sidewalk or curb while you are taking your daily walk. Eventually, you may even want to sign up for a community cleanup. Organizations like the Soil and Conservation District make Prince William County a beautiful place to live and play and would gladly accept your volunteer time.

Cleaning a creek is also a surprisingly good time to get to know your neighbors and other community members. I wouldn’t have been able to learn so much about the Washington Capitals if it wasn’t for folks like Doug Jaeger, a friend who I met at, you guessed it, a cleanup. His positive attitude and affection for nature should be not only emulated but celebrated.

Lastly, cleanups for me have become more than just improving water quality or making Mother Nature more esthetically pleasing. It is the idea that I am giving back to a place that welcomed me 22 years ago, a place where my 14-year-old daughter has grown up. Being part of a community means doing something for that community, no matter how small. My cleanup is just a drop in the bucket, and there are whole lot of buckets to go around.

KIPP HANLEY Dale City

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Guard your priorities and your pocketbook On Feb. 28, Prince William County Executive Christopher Shorter proposed a $1.61 billion budget for fiscal year 2024. That represents an increase of $130 million over the 2023 budget of $1.48 billion.

There are ample opportunities for citizens to engage in the process, starting with a budget public hearing on March 21, and several intermediate steps before the budget is adopted on April 25.

It is a tall order for the average citizen to be conversant on all aspects of the proposed budget, but it is certainly possible for you to convey your priorities for how your tax dollars are spent. Here are a few examples: The county reported reaping $101 million in data center revenue, yet real estate tax bills are estimated to increase by $72. This is at odds with promises made.

The board voted in December for a hefty 17.5% raise for police officers, but are the significantly lower raises for firefighters and adult detention center employees the right amount?

The new meals tax generated over $30 million in 2022, but at what cost to struggling local restaurants? Has the county become dependent on a tax that didn’t exist a year ago?

Overall school funding is fixed at 57.23% of general fund tax revenues, but there is discretion about how those funds are allocated.

Parents are most concerned with spending that improves the classroom experience and student achievement. Are we prioritizing competitive teacher salaries?

Speak up and engage your elected representatives to ensure your priorities are theirs.

BILL WRIGHT Gainesville

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By Ashley Simpson

Special to the Fauquier Times

Animal shelters and rescue groups face major overcrowding across the country, and Fauquier County organizations are no exception.

“There is a lot of overcrowding, especially post-COVID,” said Devon Settle, executive director of the Fauquier SPCA. Most dogs that arrive at the Fauquier SPCA are surrendered by people who adopted them from all over Northern Virginia and can no longer handle them, she said.

“My biggest intakes are dogs who were adopted out by other Fauquier shelters or from rescue groups in adjoining counties – and these groups won’t take them back,” said Settle, who accepts on average two and four surrendered dogs a day. “I am an open intake system for Fauquier County animals, so I take every dog in.”

The Fauquier SPCA also handles dog adoptions differently than many other rescue groups, thanks largely to resources that other organizations lack.

Namely, the Fauquier SPCA works with professional dog behaviorists who take as much time as necessary to train and work with dogs before the organization officially deems them ready for adoption. Settle said the average time a behaviorist works with a dog is about a month, though there are situations in which behaviorists work with dogs for much longer.

Settle said her team does everything in its power to make sure every dog that leaves her shelter is the right “match” for its new owners.

So, is there a way for people and shelters everywhere – in Fauquier County and beyond – to avoid unsuccessful pairings that contribute to high rates of owner surrenders?

Settle insists that encouraging people to invest in a behaviorist’s dog-matching services results in

more successful adoptions – and less crowding in shelters.

“I think if more people did it, it would be amazing,” Settle said, emphasizing that it is prudent to enlist the guidance of a behaviorist when selecting a dog, even if the professional isn’t affiliated with the dog rescue organization.

Brian Kerchner, a professional dog behaviorist who volunteers and works with the Fauquier SPCA, frequently matches dogs at Fauquier SPCA with their future owners as part of a service he offers.

“As a result of working with Brian, we don’t get those return rates that other shelters do,” Settle said.

Kerchner is a Warrenton-based dog behaviorist, trainer and owner of Good Dog Workshop, which provides a DogMatch program that has helped the Fauquier SPCA find success. He says matching services can make all the difference when it comes to finding the right dog.

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According to the American Kennel Club, there are more than 340 dog breeds in the world, as well as countless mixes of different breeds.

With this variety, there is a good chance that the perfect dog for a person is a type that they might not consider – or even know exists.

Kerchner has worked with thousands of clients and their dogs since he started his canine training and services company in 2007. He estimates that “about a third of his clients have simply picked the wrong dog for them.”

The main reason? People don’t understand the dog’s energy level, which is based on breed type, size, temperament, background, gender and other factors.

It all boils down to self-awareness: Instead of picking a dog based on logic, people let their emotions

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“Getting caught up in the visual image or look of the dog is the first mistake. Either a dog reminds [people] of a previous dog that they miss, or maybe they choose a dog that simply looks like it needs saving,” he said. “People don’t understand how really reading a dog is different from merely liking how a dog looks.”

People also pursue incompatible dogs because they are lonely and looking for built-in company.

“At the time of getting said dog, they don’t realize that a dog is 24/7,” Kerchner said. “They want a buddy but then aren’t prepared to meet the needs of the exact dog they end up getting.”

Or, Kerchner added, people estimate their capacity for dog ownership based on what they were equipped to handle at other stages of their lives.

“People remember the last time they had a dog, and what it was like when they were that age,” he said.

“People don’t fully realize that their activity, availability and energy levels have changed.”

Kerchner emphasizes that while all dogs need daily exercise, there are many groups of dogs that need an above-average amount of activity for their well-being. The average required activity for any dog is at least 30 minutes of leash–walking twice a day, equating to about three to three and a half miles, he said.

In addition to ignoring the realities of everyday dog care, people don’t consider how their own emotions impact a dog. For example, anxious, emotionally charged people will likely not be suited for anxious or dominant dogs, he said.

Kerchner and his team function as consultants for anyone looking for a dog. They conduct detailed analyses of people and their wants and will also meet with people at animal shelters or “adoption day” events to provide feedback.

“People with our expertise help guide you in choosing the right dog based on the interactions we observe,” Kerchner said. “We let people know

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He said his team will also pay attention to whether a dog’s demeanor changes over the course of a session.

After all, some dogs may not show their true personality with someone they’ve just met.

The Good Dog Workshop’s DogMatch program also involves Brian or another employee conducting a full analysis of the interactions between a household’s existing dogs and a potential new pack member.

“It’s all about finding a good match from the get-go: temperament, energy and activity level,” Kerchner said.

“Just like humans, dogs need different forms of fulfillment to be the kind of pets that their owners were looking for in the first place.”

Settle said objective, professional dog-matching services often change expected outcomes – for the better – for adopters who walk through the SPCA’s doors.

“We are very vigilant, and what we’ve found is that a lot of people think they want one type of dog when they really need another,” Settle said. “Because of Brian and dog matching, nine times out of 10, people come in with an idea of one dog, and leave with an entirely different one. And it’s in large part because of these pairing processes that we have such low return rates.”

Adding the extra step of official dog matching to the process of finding a new dog has great potential to eliminate a lot of avoidable burdens that too often come with bringing a pet home.

“Doing this prep before getting a dog will often save people so much pain, frustration and money in the long run,” Kerchner said. “There’s so much information to sift through, and it’s overwhelming to do by yourself.”

Reach Ashley Simpson at ashleycsimpson@gmail.com

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UPCOMING PRINCE WILLIAM EVENTS MARCH 16 TO 22 ONGOING EVENTS

Stories “That End in Freedom” Solo Art Exhibit by DC Native Artist Lory Ivey Alexander: Through March 18. ARTfactory, 9419 Battle St., Manassas. Features 39 student artists from high schools in Manassas City and Prince William County. Through the works in this exhibition, the artist explores themes of Black and indigenous American perseverance, resilience and healing. For more information, contact Jordan Exum at 703-330-2787 or email jexum@ VirginiaARTfactory.org.

Thursday, March 16

Yoga for Cancer: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Classes are taught by Pat Fitzsimmons. Dress comfortably and bring a mat and water. Registration required; call 1-800-SENTARA. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, 2300 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge.

Segregated Libraries in Prince William County: 2 to 3 p.m. Learn the history of segregated libraries in Northern Virginia. Central Library, 8601 Mathis Ave., Manassas.

Friends of Potomac Library Book Sale: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional dates: Friday, March 17, same times; Saturday, March 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Books, audio books, DVDs and CDs. Potomac Library, 2201 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge.

AARP Tax Aide: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Additional dates: Tuesday, March 21, same times. For adults with low and middle income with special attention to those 60 years and older. Appointments required; call 571-316-0493. Chinn Park Library, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge. Free.

Luck of the Irish Dinner: 4 to 6 p.m. Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy live Irish music and traditional dancing.

Space is limited; RSVP to 703494-3817 or email Virginia Hendrix at: vhendrix@potomacplace.com.

Potomac Place, 2133 Montgomery Ave., Woodbridge. Free.

Brains and Beer Trivia Night: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Bring a team of up to six players. Food trucks on site. Tin Cannon Brewing Company, 7679 Limestone Drive, Gainesville.

Live Music: 5 p.m. Featuring Thistle and Rose.

Heritage Brewing Company, 9436 Center Point Lane, Manassas.

5 to 9 p.m. Featuring Frank McCreary.

Farm Brew Live, 9901 Discovery Blvd., Manassas.

Thursday Night Team Trivia: 7 to 9 p.m. Cedar Run Brewery, 12801 Hazelwood Drive, Nokesville. Open Mic Night: 6 to 9 p.m. Local talent welcome. No sign-ups required; free to attend and play. Eavesdrop Brewery, 7223 Centreville Road, Yorkshire.

Friday, March 17

Friday Conservation Corps: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed; flexible schedule. All are welcome; volunteers under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Register at: www.leopoldspreserve.com/

The 25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 17 and 18, 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 19: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. Tickets $25 adult; $20 senior (55 and over), student (13 years of age and older), active and retired military; $15 youth (12 years and younger). For tickets and information, call 703-993-7550. calendar. Leopold’s Preserve, 16290 Thoroughfare Road, Broad Run. The 25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: 8 p.m. Additional dates: Saturday, March 18, 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday, March 19, 2 p.m. For tickets and information, call 703-993-7550. Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. Tickets $25 adult; $20 senior (55 and over), student (13 years of age and older), active and retired military; $15 youth (12 years and younger).

Live Music: 9 p.m. to midnight.

Featuring Friday Night Flicks. Three Monkeys Pub and Chophouse, 9329 Main St., Manassas.

St. Patrick’s Day Beer Dinner: 6 p.m. Four-course dinner paired with Tucked Away brews. Irish Dancers at 5 p.m. Tucked Away Brewing Company, 8420 Kao Circle, Manassas. Tickets $75; tickets available at: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/st-patricks-day-beerdinner-tickets-569791310147 Third annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration: Noon to 10 p.m.

Additional dates: Saturday, March 18, same times. New beer releases; live music both days; green appletini slushy; baby goats; nordic-knots pretzel. Eavesdrop Brewery, 7223 Centreville Road, Yorkshire.

Annual Shamrocks and Shenanigans: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Irish beer; Irish food pairing; long happy hour; live music; and more. Brew Republic Bierwerks, 15201 Potomac Town Place, Suite 120, Woodbridge.

St. Patrick’s Day: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Irish Red Ale release; live music with Joe Downer from 6 to 9 p.m., Cupcakes from Confections Cupcakery while supplies last. Water’s End Brewery, 12425 Dillingham Square, Lake Ridge.

Noon to 11 p.m. Live music all day; food truck on site. Sinistral Brewing Company, 9419 Main St., Manassas.

3 to 10 p.m. Boyle School of Irish Dance at 3:30 p.m.; drink specials; food truck on site. Ornery Beer Taproom, 8088 Flannery Court, Manassas.

3 to 5 p.m. Live music featuring Greg Ryman. Tin Cannon Brewing Company, 7679 Limestone Drive, Gainesville.

Live Music: 5 to 8:30 p.m. Featuring J&A Duo. The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm, 15850 Sunshine Ridge Lane, Gainesville.

6:30 p.m. Featuring Greg Ryman.

Heritage Brewing Company, 9436 Center Point Lane, Manassas.

6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Featuring The Cellar Sessions. Farm Brew Live, 9901 Discovery Blvd., Manassas.

8 p.m. Featuring Moxie Band.

CraftWorx Taproom, 5615 Wellington Road, Gainesville.

Saturday, March 18

Winter Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Local crafters and vendors. No pets allowed. Prince William Street Commuter Lot, 9024 Prince William St., Manassas.

Cooking a Traditional St. Patrick’s Day Meal: 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Prepare and taste traditional Irish dishes in the historic slave quarter. Wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather. Advanced registration is required; call 703-3677872. Ben Lomond Historic Site, 10321 Sudley Manor Drive, Manassas. $10 per person.

Manassas Chorale-With One Voice: 7:30 p.m. This performance is appropriate for all ages. For tickets and information, call 703-993-7759.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas.

Tickets $25, $23; free to Mason students and children (18 years and younger).

Reading to Dogs: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For grades K to 5. Practice reading to a therapy dog at the library. Bring a book or read one at the library. Lake Ridge Library, 2239 Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge and Manassas City Library, 10104 Dumfries Road, Manassas.

AARP Tax Services: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Additional dates: Monday, March 20, and Wednesday, March 22, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For adults.

Speak to AARP tax experts and get free tax help first come, first served.

No appointments required. Bull Run Library, 8051 Ashton Ave., Manassas.

Saving Prince William’s Littles One Car Seat at a Time: 9 a.m. to noon.

Car seat check. Sign up for a slot at: https://savingprincewilliamslittles. com/events. Target Dumfries, 4310 Fortuna Center Plaza, Dumfries.

Souper Bingo: 3 to 5 p.m. Doors open at 2 p.m.; bingo begins at 3 p.m.

Bingo cards available for $1.00 per card or 1 soup-related food item per bingo card. “Soup” includes items such as soup, canned vegetables, grains, dried beans and pasta. Snacks and refreshments will be available for purchase (cash only). Proceeds benefit Haymarket Regional Food Pantry. Piney Branch Elementary School, 8301 Linton Hall Road, Bristow.

Oyster Fest with Nomini Bay Ranch: 1 to 7 p.m. Oysters, beer and live music. Tucked Away Brewing Company, 8420 Kao Circle, Manassas.

March Sip and Paint: 2 to 4 p.m.

Local artist Heather Connole will guide participants painting a wine glass. Tickets include a glass of wine and all supplies. The Winery at La Grange, 4970 Antioch Road, Haymarket. Tickets available at: https://www.wineryatlagrange. orderport.net/wines/Tickets Live Music: 5 to 8:30 p.m. Featuring Medicine Wind. The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm, 15850 Sunshine Ridge Lane, Gainesville.

7 to 10 p.m. Featuring Strange Choir.

Sinistral Brewing Company, 9419 Main St., Manassas.

2:30 to 6 p.m. Featuring American Nomad. Farm Brew Live, 9901 Discovery Blvd., Manassas.

7:30 p.m. Featuring SoHo Down.

CraftWorx Taproom, 5615 Wellington Road, Gainesville.

7 p.m. Featuring Cold North, Heritage Brewing Company, 9436 Center Point Lane, Manassas.

Sunday, March 19

Dale City Winter Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dale City Farmers Market, 14090 Gemini Way, Dale City.

Dervish: 4 p.m. Internationally acclaimed ensemble from Ireland.

This performance is appropriate for all ages. For tickets and information, call 703-993-7759. Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. Tickets $48, $41, $29; half price for youth through grade 12.

Guided Museum Tour: 11 a.m. to noon. Learn about Leesylvania’s natural and human history on a guided tour through the museum and Discovery Room. Leesylvania State Park, 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive, Woodbridge. Parking fee.

Furs, Feathers, Skulls … Oh, My: 1 to 2 p.m. Join Park Rangers to learn more about the animals that call Leesylvania State Park their home. Leesylvania State Park, 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig, Drive, Woodbridge.

Parking fee.

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CALENDAR, from page 12 LifeConnect Community Church Ribbon Cutting: 11:30 a.m. to noon.

Church service at 10 a.m. Pastor Brown will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony followed by an Open House event. LifeConnect Community Church, 14425 New Bedford Way, Woodbridge.

Live Music: 4 to 7:30 p.m. Featuring Moonstone. Farm Brew Live, 9901 Discovery Blvd., Manassas.

Monday, March 20 Edison High School Band and Choir Performance: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

The band will perform outside; the choir will perform inside the museum.

National Museum of the Marine Corps, 1775 Semper Fidelis Way, Triangle.

Citizenship Class: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. For adults. The class will help participants get ready to apply for citizenship. Registration required; call 703-792-4800. Chinn Park Library, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge.

Chinn Park Chess Club: 3 to 8 p.m.

All ages/families and skill levels are welcome. Chinn Park Library, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge.

Monday Trivia: 7 to 9 p.m. Teams are welcome and encouraged. Brew Republic Bierwerks, 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge.

Tuesday, March 21 English Conversation: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

For adults. Speakers of all languages are welcome. Haymarket Gainesville Library, 14870 Lightner Road, Haymarket. Free.

Teen Action Group: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

For ages 13 and up. Make a difference in the community and share ideas, earn community hours and meet new friends. Manassas City Library, 10104 Dumfries Road, Manassas.

Special Tuesday Night of Rock Music and First Responder Night at CraftWorx: 7 to 9 p.m. Live rock band and great food. CraftWorx, 5615

Wellington Road, Gainesville.

Live Music: 7 to 10 p.m. Featuring Blane. Sinistral Brewing Company, 9419 Main St., Manassas.

Wednesday, March 22

Breast Cancer Support Group: 6:15 to 8:25 p.m. Connect with others who are experiencing similar challenges, exchange ideas and use knowledge to help others. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Hylton Education Center, Rooms CG. 2300 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge.

English Conversation: 6 to 7 p.m.

For adults. Speakers of all languages are welcome. First come, first served until capacity is reached. Chinn Park Library, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge.

Spanish Literacy Workshop: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For adults. A workshop for adult native Spanish speakers to practice and grow their Spanish literacy skills. Registration is required; call 703-792-8820. Manassas City Library, 10104 Dumfries Road, Manassas.

Vegetable Gardening: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For adults. Master Gardeners will present an introduction to vegetable gardening in Prince William County.

Registration required; call 703-7928360. Central Library, 8601 Mathis Ave., Manassas.

Know Your Rights: 6 to 7 p.m. Know your rights. Have questions about what one can do or say during police interactions? Come ask Attorney Herson Merino. Potomac Library, 2201 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge.

Spanish Conversation: 1 to 2 p.m. For adults. For speakers of all languages. First come, first served until capacity is reached. Chinn Park Library, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge.

Lake Ridge Toastmasters Open House: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Improve public speaking and leadership skills.

Tall Oaks Community Center, 12298 Cotton Mill Drive, Woodbridge.

Commission moves to protect Digital Gateway area historic sites HISTORIC SITES, from page 5 “I object that we were not informed. Why didn’t you send us a letter? I never got a letter saying that you all are considering putting our properties into a historic district,” Ghadban said. “That is a taking of our private properties. You should inform us; you shouldn’t just sit here and do this willy-nilly.”

Residents of Heritage Hunt spoke in favor of the designations as did representatives from the National Parks Conservation Association and American Battlefield Trust.

Members of the Prince William County Historical Commission are appointed by individual supervisors and are charged with assessing new developments for their impacts on historic resources and recommending recognition of historic sites.

“We are supposed to be protecting history,” Pearsall said. “If property meets the criteria, we are supposed to do this job.”

DePue said the commission received over 300 emails over the past two days objecting to its considering Pageland Farm a county historic site. He said doing such work is the commission’s responsibility and explained the designation does not amount to the “taking” of private property.

He also noted that the property owners had been notified via publication, which worked as evidenced by the owners’ participation in the meeting, both in writing and in person.

DePue also explained that the historic commission’s recommendation is just the beginning of the process and that several steps will follow – but only if the supervisors agree.

“The board has to initiate it first, then we start working on it,” said Prince William County Archaeologist Justin Patton.

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LEGAL NOTICES PRINCE WILLIAM BOARD OF COUNTY SUPERVISORS

PUBLIC HEARINGS

ON THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024, CALENDAR YEAR 2023 TAX RATES AND FEES, AND THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-2029 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM McCOART BUILDING, APRIL 11, 2023, 7:30 P.M. Public hearings will be held by the Prince William Board of County Supervisors on April 11, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. in the Board Chamber of the McCoart Building, 1 County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia. All interested individuals and groups are encouraged to attend and to submit comments. Sign-up sheets will be available in the atrium at 6:30 p.m. on April 11th for persons wishing to speak.

The purpose of the hearings is to obtain written and oral comments from the public concerning the proposed annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024 as contained in the proposed fiscal plan, the proposed Calendar Year 2023 tax rates and fees, and the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2029 County government Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

The budget synopsis is prepared and published for information and fiscal planning purposes only. The inclusion in the budget of any item or items does not constitute an obligation or commitment on the part of the Board of County Supervisors to appropriate or spend any funds for that item or purpose. The amount of funds listed in the synopsis of the proposed budget is subject to being increased or decreased or eliminated when the budget is finally adopted. The budget has been presented based on the estimates and requests submitted by the County Executive. There is no allocation or designation of any funds of this County for any purpose until there has been an appropriation for that purpose by the Board of County Supervisors.

A copy of the entire proposed budget, proposed CIP, and additional background materials are available for public inspection weekdays by appointment at the Prince William County Office of Management & Budget (OMB) at 1 County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia. To schedule an appointment with OMB call (703) 792-6720 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays. Copies are also available with the Clerk to the Board at 1 County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia 22192 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays. The documents are also on the Internet at http://www. pwcva.gov/budget.

ACCESSIBILITY TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The hearings are being held at a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any persons with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact Andrea Madden, Clerk to the Board, at 1 County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia 22192 or by telephone at (703) 792-6600 or TDD (703) 792-6295. Persons needing interpreter services for the deaf must notify the Clerk to the Board no later than Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

GeneralCounty CountyGovernment Government Revenue Revenue (Resource) General (Resource)Estimates Estimates

General Expenditure Budget Summary GeneralCounty CountyGovernment Government Expenditure Budget Summary

School Share of General Revenue Gainesville High School Debt Service Class Size Reduction Grant Debt Service Reimbursement Cable Franchise Capital Grant School Security Program Transfers to Schools: General Fund County Government: Total General Fund (County & Schools) Total Capital Project Fund Grand Total

Fiscal Year 2023 Adopted Budget $715,127,766 $813,969 $1,000,000 $1,083,433 $600,915 $500,000 $719,126,083

Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget $787,125,396 $795,288 $1,000,000 $1,019,029 $658,145 $500,000 $791,097,858

% Change From Adopted 10.1% -2.3% 0.0% -5.9% 9.5% 0.0% 10.0%

$752,959,816 $1,472,085,899

$818,185,091 $1,609,282,948

8.7% 9.3%

$98,366,794

$120,470,718

22.5%

$1,570,452,693

$1,729,753,666

10.1%

Notes: Assumes a Real Property Tax Rate of $1.030 per $100 of Assessed Value for FY2023 and a Real Property Tax Rate of $0.977 per $100 of Assessed Value for FY2024.

Totals may not add up due to rounding.

General Fund: Local Taxes * Agency Revenue Use Of Property State Federal Miscellaneous Revenue Sub-Total Other Resources: Prior Year Obligated/Fund Balance Use Additional Resources Total General County ** Capital Project Fund: State/Federal Use of Designated Fund/Financing Proceeds Total Capital Projects Fund Total County (Excludes School Budget)

Fiscal Year 2023 Adopted

Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed

% Change From Adopted

$1,227,537,000 $211,301,036 $7,530,000 $14,326,000 $75,000 $100,000 $1,460,869,036

$1,341,416,000 $205,774,384 $19,720,000 $14,061,000 $75,000 $100,000 $1,581,146,384

9.3% -2.6% 161.9% -1.8% 0.0% 0.0% 8.2%

$6,058,336 $5,737,097 $1,472,664,469

$22,362,944 $5,773,619 $1,609,282,947

269.1% 0.6% 9.3%

$12,478,894 $85,887,900 $98,366,794

$5,901,529 $114,569,189 $120,470,718

-52.7% 33.4% 22.5%

$1,571,031,263

$1,729,753,666

10.1%

Note, totals may not add up due to rounding. * Assumes a Real Property Tax Rate of $1.030 per $100 of Assessed Value for FY2023 and a Real Property Tax Rate of $0.977 per $100 of Assessed Value for FY2024. ** Includes resources necessary for the Transfer to Schools from the General Fund.

TAX EXEMPTION INFORMATION FOR TAX YEAR 2023 REQUIRED BY SECTION 58.1-3604(A) and SECTION 58.1-3604(B) OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA: Total assessed value of real property exempt and immune from taxation: Total reduction in tax revenues from tax exemption: Tax exempt and immune property as a percent of the total assessed value of all real property: Aggregate assessed value of property exempt from taxation*: Total reduction in tax revenues from tax exemption*:

$6,589,797,500 $64,382,322 6.5% $1,054,633,800 $10,303,772

*Exempt under Sections 58.1-3607 and 58.1-3608, and Articles 3, 4, and 5 of Chapter 36 of Title 58.1

Special Levy Levy Expenditure Special ExpenditureBudget BudgetSummary Summary

Countywide Fire and Rescue Levy Mosquito and Forest Pest Management Service District Bull Run Mountain Service District Lake Jackson Sanitary and Service District 234 Bypass Transportation Improvement District Prince William Parkway Transportation Improvement District Total Special Levy Note, totals may not add up due to rounding.

Fiscal Year 2023 Adopted Budget $80,039,892 $1,811,919 $200,000 $185,287 $989,499 $0

Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget $74,875,488 $2,045,540 $200,000 $185,287 $989,499 $0

% Change From Adopted -6.5% 12.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -

$83,226,596

$78,295,814

-5.9%

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LEGAL NOTICES Real Property, Special Levies, Tangible Personal Property and Machinery and Tools Adopted 2023 and Proposed 2024 (Rates per $100 assessed value) Real Estate: All real property

Adopted FY2023 $ 1.030

Proposed FY2024 $ 0.977

Special Levy Districts (Real Property Only): Countywide Fire and Rescue Levy Mosquito and Forest Pest Management Service District Bull Run Mountain Service District Lake Jackson Sanitary and Service District 234 Bypass Transportation Improvement District Prince William Parkway Transportation Improvement District

$ 0.0750 0.0025 0.0950 0.1500 0.0200 0.0000

$ 0.0750 0.0025 0.0950 0.1500 0.0200 0.0000

forth below: Programmable computer equipment and peripherals employed in a trade or business Computer equipment and peripherals used in a data center Tangible personal property used in a research and development business Manufactured homes Watercraft and boats pursuant to §58.1-3506(A)(1)(a), (1)(b), (12), (28), (29), (35) and (36), VA Code Ann. Aircraft pursuant to §58.1-3506(A)(2), (3), (4) and (5), VA Code Ann. Farm machinery as defined in §58.1-3505, VA Code Ann. Privately-owned vans with a seating capacity of not less than seven nor more than fifteen persons, including the driver, used

$

3.70 1.65 1.65 1.00 1.030 0.00001 0.00001 0.00001

$

exclusively pursuant to a ridesharing arrangement as defined in §46.2-1400, VA Code Ann. One vehicle owned or leased by a volunteer fire department or volunteer emergency medical services agency member who

0.00001

0.00001

regularly responds to calls or regularly performs other duties for the agency or fire department One vehicle owned or leased by an auxiliary volunteer fire department or volunteer emergency medical services agency member

0.00001

0.00001

purpose Vehicles specially equipped to transport physically handicapped individual persons Certain personal property owned by elderly and handicapped persons pursuant to Section 26-44 of the PWC Code Privately-owned camping and travel trailers used for recreational purposes only, and privately owned trailers designed and used

0.00001 0.00001 0.00001

0.00001 0.00001 0.00001

for the transportation of horses Privately-owned motor homes used for recreational purposes only

0.00001 0.00001

0.00001 0.00001

$

$

Tangible Personal Property: General classification of tangible personal property, and all other classifications of tangible personal property except for those set

who regularly performs duties for the fire department or agency, and the motor vehicle identified is regularly used for such

3.70 2.15 2.15 1.00 0.977 0.00001 0.00001 0.00001

Machinery and Tools: Machinery & Tools used in manufacturing, mining, water well drilling, processing or reprocessing, radio or television broadcasting, dairy, dry cleaning or laundry business, or a business primarily engaged in advanced recycling, as defined in §58.1439.7, VA Code Ann., and all other classifications of machinery and tools except for those set forth below; Heavy construction machinery used in a business

2.00 3.70

2.00 3.70

Business Professional and Occupational License Tax - Adopted 2023 and Proposed 2024 Rates are per $100 Gross Receipts or $100 Gross Purchases if Wholesale (Does Not Apply to Businesses in Towns) Business Type: Business, Personal, Repair and Other Services Contractors, Builders, Developers Financial Services Hotels, Motels and Lodging Facilities Professional Services Public Utilities- Electric and Natural Gas as defined by Section 11.1-18 of the PWC Code Public Utilities- All Others as defined by Section 11.1-18 of the PWC Code Real Estate Services Retail Merchants Wholesale Merchants Funds received by a person, firm, or corporation designated as the principal or prime contractor for identifiable federal appropriations for research and development services as defined by Section 11.1-17(a)(9) of the PWC Code

Adopted FY2023 $ 0.21 0.13 0.33 0.26 0.33 0.50 0.29 0.33 0.17 0.05

Proposed FY2024 $ 0.21 0.13 0.33 0.26 0.33 0.50 0.29 0.33 0.17 0.05

0.03

0.03

Adopted FY2023 $ 33.00 20.00 0.00

Proposed FY2024 $ 33.00 20.00 0.00

Adopted

Proposed

FY2023 100.0% 45.0% 45.0%

FY2024 100.0% 38.0% 38.0%

Vehicle License Tax - Adopted 2023 and Proposed 2024 Rates are per Vehicle Normally Garaged or Parked in the County (Does Not Apply to Vehicles in Towns) Vehicle Type: Automobiles, trucks and motor homes (any weight) Motorcycles Trailers

Personal Property Tax Relief for Qualifying Vehicles - Adopted 2023 and Proposed 2024 Rates are the Percentage Credit Applied Against the Personal Property Tax Amount Otherwise Due for Qualifying Vehicles Vehicle Assessed Value: Assessed value of $1,000 or less Assessed value between $1,001 and $20,000 Assessed value over $20,000 with such percentage applied as a credit to the first $20,000 of assessed value

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LEGAL NOTICES PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY SUPERVISORS ONE COUNTY COMPLEX COURT, PRINCE WILLIAM, VIRGINIA 22192

PUBLIC HEARINGS April 11, 2023 – 7:30 p.m.

1.

Consider Adoption of Tangible Personal Property Rate for Programmable Computer Equipment and Peripherals Employed in a Trade or Business and Computer Equipment and Peripherals Used in a Data Center – The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the Fiscal Year 2024 increase in tangible personal property rate as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption process, pursuant to §58.1-3007 VA Code Ann. The proposed rates per $100 assessed value are as follows: Tangible Personal Property

FY2023 Rate

Proposed FY2024 Rate

$1.65

$2.15

$1.65

$2.15

Programmable computer equipment and peripherals employed in a trade or business Computer equipment and document peripherals–used in a data centerTax Rate.pdf>> <<add table-see separate Word/PDF Table Personal Property

2.

Consider Adoption of an Increase to Solid Waste User Fee Rates – The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the Fiscal Year 2024 Countywide Solid Waste User Fee rates as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption process, pursuant to Section 22-184 of the Prince William County Code and §21-118 and §21-118.4, VA Code Ann. The proposed rates are as follows: Annual Countywide Solid Waste User Fee

FY2023 Rate

Proposed FY2024 Rate

Single Family Homes

$70.00 per year

$75.00 per year

Townhouses

$63.00 per year

$67.50 per year

Multi-Family Units

$47.00 per year

$50.19 per year

Mobile Homes

$56.00 per year

$60.00 per year

Businesses and Non-Residential

$70.00 per #SFE per year (1 SFE= 1.3 tons) based upon annual disposal tons generated

$75.00 per #SFE per year (1 SFE= 1.3 tons) based upon annual disposal tons generated

#SFE= Single Family Equivalent

<<add table-see separate Word/PDF Table document – Solid Waste Fee.pdf>> In addition, the proposed budget recommends the establishment of a Landfill Disposal Fee for commercial refuse haulers of $40.00 per ton. This fee would become effective on January 1, 2024.

3.

Consider Adoption of an Increase to the Stormwater Management Fee – The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the base rate of a singlefamily detached residential property as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption process, pursuant to Section 23.2-8 of the Prince William County Code, as authorized by §15.2-2114, §15.2-107 and §15.2-1427, VA Code Ann. The complete ordinance and information concerning documentation for the proposed fee is available for public inspection by appointment at the Office of Management & Budget or can be viewed online. To schedule an appointment please call (703) 792-6720 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The fee schedule and impacts would be as follows: Stormwater Management Fee

FY2023 Rate

Proposed FY2024 Rate

Single-family Detached Residential Property (Base Rate)

$44.08 per year

$47.50 per year

Townhomes, Apartments, and Condominiums (75% of Base Rate)

$33.06 per year

$35.63 per year

$44.08 per 2,059 square <<add table-see separate Word/PDF Table document – Stormwater Fee.pdf>> feet of impervious area Developed Non-Residential

4.

$47.50 per 2,059 square feet of impervious area

Consider Revisions to Parks, Recreation & Tourism Fee Schedule – The purpose of the public hearing is to consider revisions to the fee schedule for Parks, Recreation & Tourism as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption process, pursuant to §15.2-1806 and §15.2-1427 VA Code Ann. The Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism recommends an increase in fees to support the Fiscal Year 2024 budget.*

5.

Consider Revisions to the Building Development Fee Schedule – The purpose of the public hearing is to consider revisions to the Building Development Fee Schedule as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption process, pursuant to Section 5-19 of the Prince William County Code and §36-105 and §15.2-1427 VA Code Ann. The Department of Development Services (DDS) recommends a 6.0% across-the-board increase in fees, with the exception of amusement device fees, non-residential plan review filing fees, surcharges (Code Academy, Information Technology, and Indirect Costs), and those noted in the table below.*

Building Development Fee Schedule Exceptions to the 6.0% Across-the-Board Increase Fee Type

FY23 Adopted Fee

FY24 Proposed Fee

$35.70

$56.10

Amusement Devices (Carnival Rides) a. b.

Kiddie Ride or Moon Bounce, each (small mechanical ride or inflatable device) Adult Ride, each (circular ride, institutional trampoline, or flat-ride less than 20 feet in height)

$56.10

$76.50

$76.50

$102.00

Roller coasters exceeding 60’ height, each

$0

$408.00

Go-Karts i. Per track up to 20 karts ii. Each kart over 20 Zipline, per line

$0 $0 $0

$306.00 $10.20 $153.00

FY23

FY24

c.

Spectacular Ride, each

e. f.

g.

Building Development Fee Schedule Exceptions to the 6.0% Across-the-Board Increase (Continued) Fee Type

(circular ride, institutional trampoline, or flat-ride less than 20 feet in height)

$56.10

$76.50

c.

Spectacular Ride, each

$76.50

$102.00

e.

Roller coasters exceeding 60’ height, each

$0

$408.00

g.

i. Per track up to 20 karts ii. Each kart over 20 Zipline, per line

$0 $0 $0

$306.00 $10.20 $153.00

FY23 Adopted Fee

FY24 Proposed Fee

$116.34

$86.72

$0

$154.73

$0

$154.73

$99.31

$105.89

$164.42

$175.33

$147.31

$157.08

$147.31

$157.08

$164.42

$175.33

$99.31

$105.89

$219.82

$234.39

$99.31

$105.89

$219.82

$234.39

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LEGAL NOTICES Building Development Fee Schedule

Exceptions to the 6.0% Across-the-Board Increase (Continued) Fee Type 2.

JOE Inspections a. JOE Program with Safety Inspection (Additional fees apply; Fire Marshal Inspection and Certificate of Use and Occupancy) b. Reinspection Fee i.

Work not ready for inspection. Not ready is defined as all of the required items for the requested inspection have not been installed and the work is not complete. ii.

Work is ready for inspection, but deficiencies are identified. The reinspection fee shall be charged for each inspection over three when the identified deficiencies have not been corrected.

Fire Marshal’s Office Building Development Fees Permit Fees, Other 2.

4.

5.

Minimum Trade Permit Fee a. Residential R-3, R-4, and R-5 and their accessory structures – A minimum fee shall apply to any permit for which the calculated fee would otherwise be less than the minimum fee. i. Fire Protection b. Nonresidential and R-1, R-2 and R-3 (4 story/2 dwellings) - A minimum fee shall apply to any permit for which the calculated fee would otherwise be less than the minimum fee. i. Fire Protection Reinstatement of rescinded construction permit a. Fire Protection Reassignment of responsible parties for construction permits a. Fire Protection

Plan Review Filing Fees 2.

3.

4.

Code Modification Review b. All other Use Groups, per structure or tenant space, whichever is greater i. Fire Protection Plan Review – Resubmission/Revision Fees a. Plan Resubmission Fee i. Residential (R-3 [1 Dwelling], R-4, R-5) 1. Fire Protection iii. Nonresidential (Includes R-1, R-2, R-3 [4 story/2 dwellings]) 1. Fire Protection b. Plan Revision Fee i.

Residential (R-3, R-4, R-5), per dwelling unit 1. Fire Protection ii. All others, per structure or nonresidential tenant space 1. Fire Protection c. Plan Resubmission to Revision Fee i. Residential 1. Fire Protection ii. Nonresidential 1. Fire Protection

$99.31

$105.89

$219.82

$234.39

Providing approved plans and employee for making copies outside of agency location, base fee (plus copy charge) a. Fire Protection

$156.75

$169.29

$168.20

$179.37

$99.31

$105.89

$39.73

$42.37

$39.73

$42.37

$147.31

$157.08

$147.31

$157.08

$147.31

$157.08

Inspection Fees, Other 1. Inspections a. After Hours Inspection i. Fire Protection b. Post Concealment Inspection Analysis, per permit. i. Fire Protection c. Inspection Cancellation Fee ii. After 8:00 a.m. and before the inspector arrives at the site 1. Fire Protection iii. Townhouse Multiple Inspections for the same building – Inspector has arrived at the site and rejected the first townhouse inspection. The permit holder wants to cancel the inspections for the remaining units in that same building.

1. Fire Protection d. Reinspection Fee i. Work not ready for inspection. Not ready is defined as all of the required items for the requested inspection have not been installed and the work is not complete.

1. Fire Protection ii. Work is ready for inspection, but deficiencies are identified. The reinspection fee shall be charged for each inspection over two when the identified deficiencies have not been corrected.

1. Fire Protection e. Code Compliance Inspection requested by customer. Fee shown is per hour. i. Fire Protection

Building Development Fee Schedule Exceptions to the 6.0% Across-the-Board Increase (Continued) FY23

FY24

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1. Fire Protection $147.31 $157.08 Work is ready for inspection, but deficiencies are identified. The reinspection fee shall be charged for each inspection over two when the identified deficiencies have not been corrected.

Prince William$147.31 Times | www.princewilliamtimes.com | March 16, 2023 1. Fire Protection $157.08 e. Code Compliance Inspection requested by customer. Fee shown is per hour. $147.31 $157.08 i. Fire Protection ii.

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LEGAL NOTICES Building Development Fee Schedule

Exceptions to the 6.0% Across-the-Board Increase (Continued) Fee Type

FY23 Adopted Fee

FY24 Proposed Fee

III. Building Fire Suppression Fees A.

Plan Review 1.

Sprinkler Express

$507.37

$541.00

2.

Sprinkler Master Review

$216.06

$230.40

3.

Sprinkler Limited Area

$279.18

$297.69

4.

Sprinkler Light Hazard - Occupancy - minimum fee

$507.37

$541.00

5.

6.

a.

1-100 heads, fee per head

$9.70

$10.34

b.

101-300 heads, fee per head

$7.29

$7.78

c.

301-500 heads, fee per head

$4.85

$5.18

d.

501 + heads, fee per head

$4.85

$5.18

$507.37

$541.00

Sprinkler Ordinary Hazard and Rack Storage - minimum fee a.

1-100 heads, fee per head

$9.70

$10.34

b.

101-300 heads, fee per head

$7.29

$7.78

c.

301-500 heads, fee per head

$4.85

$5.18

d.

501 + heads, fee per head

Sprinkler Extra Hazard - minimum fee

$5.18 $541.00

a.

1-100 heads, fee per head

$9.70

$10.34

b.

101-300 heads, fee per head

$7.29

$7.78

c.

301-500 heads, fee per head

$4.85

$5.18

d.

501 + heads, fee per head

$4.85

$5.18

7.

NFPA 13D systems - fee per system

$216.06

$230.40

8.

NFPA 13R systems - minimum fee

$507.37

$541.00

a.

1-100 heads, fee per head

$9.70

$10.34

b.

101-300 heads, fee per head

$7.29

$7.78

c.

301-500 heads, fee per head

$4.85

$5.18

d.

501 + heads, fee per head

$4.85

$5.18

Dry pipe systems add on (per dry pipe valve)

$216.06

$230.40

10. Sprinkler with stand pipe on (per standpipe riser)

$145.66

$155.32

11. Standpipe systems only - base fee plus

$386.08

$411.67

$110.84

$118.19

12. Fire pumps, per pump

$441.12

$470.37

13. Underground fire line, per line

$434.57

$463.38

14. Carbon dioxide extinguishing system (per system)

$330.70

$352.62

15. Clean Agent extinguishing system (per system)

$216.06

$230.40

16. Dry chemical system (per system)

$216.06

$230.40

17. Wet chemical systems (per system)

$216.06

$230.40

18. Fire Safety/Evacuation Plan Review Plan Review – Resubmission/Revision Fees Fire Plan Intake Quality Control Denial Fee (third or greater) 1. Residential

$81.44

$86.83

$38.19

$40.62

2.

$76.38

$81.24

$288.87

$308.03

$7.29

$7.78

$464.03

$520.95

$99.31

$105.89

9.

Each additional riser after one

B.

$4.85 $507.37

Nonresidential

IV. Electrical Fees B. Non Residential 7. Fire Alarm Systems (total fee – no base plus) a. Fee for systems up to first 10 devices b.

For each additional device

V. Mechanical Fees B. Non Residential 2. Hoods c. Hood fire suppression, per system i. Fire Protection Refunds 1. All requests for refunds must be made in writing to the Building Official.

An administrative fee for processing the refund request will be deducted from the refund.

Fire Protection

Building Development Fee Schedule Exceptions to the 6.0% Across-the-Board Increase (Continued) FY23 Adopted

FY24 Proposed

Amusement Devices (Carnival Rides) a. Kiddie Ride, each

Amusement Devices (Carnival Rides) a. Kiddie Ride or Moon Bounce, each (small mechanical ride or inflatable device)

b.

Adult Ride, each

b.

d.

Roller coasters exceeding 30’ height

d.

Adult Ride, each (circular ride, institutional trampoline, or flat-ride less than 20 feet in height) Roller coasters exceeding 30’ height, each

B.

Non Residential 2. Hoods c. Hood fire suppression, per system i. Fire Protection Prince William Times | www.princewilliamtimes.com | March 16, 2023 Refunds 1. All requests for refunds must be made in writing to the Building Official.

An administrative fee for processing the refund request will be deducted from the refund.

Fire Protection

$464.03

$520.95

$99.31

$105.89

LEGAL NOTICES Building Development Fee Schedule

Exceptions to the 6.0% Across-the-Board Increase (Continued) FY23 Adopted

FY24 Proposed

Amusement Devices (Carnival Rides) a. Kiddie Ride, each

Amusement Devices (Carnival Rides) a. Kiddie Ride or Moon Bounce, each (small mechanical ride or inflatable device)

b.

Adult Ride, each (circular ride, institutional trampoline, or flat-ride less than 20 feet in height) d. Roller coasters exceeding 30’ height d. Roller coasters exceeding 30’ height, each e. Generators, per event f. Generators, per event Exception: Small portable generators serving only cord and plug connected equipment loads are not subject to the fee 5. Smoke evacuation system 5. Smoke evacuation system iii.

Per cubic foot 50,000-400,000 cubic feet plus above iii.

Per cubic foot 50,001-400,000 cubic feet plus above fees <<add table-see separatefees Word/PDF Table document – Building Development Fee Schedule.pdf>>

6.

Adult Ride, each

b.

Consider Revisions to the Land Development Application Review, Inspection Fees and Land Use Applications (Zoning, Rezoning and Special Use Permit) Fee Schedule – The purpose of the public hearing is to consider revisions to the Land Development Application Review and Inspection Fees and Land Use Applications (Zoning, Rezoning and Special Use Permit) Fee Schedule as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption process, pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-1427, and §15.2-2286 VA Code Ann. The Department of Development Services recommends a 10.0% across-the-board increase in fees, with exceptions as noted in the table below.*

Land Development Fee Schedule Exceptions to the 10.0% Across-the-Board Increase FY23 Adopted Fee

FY24 Proposed Fee

$93 $307 $504 $63 $128 $85 $750 $128

$102 $337 $554 $69 $140 $93 $825 $140

New Certification $215 Re-Certification applied for in less than or equal to two years from last certification date $62 Re-Certification applied for more than two years from last certification date $114 Zoning/Proffer/Special Use Permit - Determination or Interpretation $478 Zoning Verification (submitted by other than the homeowner) (DMV, DEQ, HUD) $93 11. Fire Lane Plan Review $303.41 12. Fire Lane Plan Inspection $246.99 Part V - Nonresidential Subdivision/Site Plan Review Fees 2. Final Site Plan OR no proposed building(s) Percentage of total bond or escrow whichever is higher for up to the first $2M 0.0% Percentage of total bond or escrow whichever is higher for over $2M 0.0% Note: The higher of the two calculations is required to be used for the calculation of the supplemental fee.

$236 $68 $125 $525 $102 $327.68 $266.75

Fee Type Home Occupation Certificate - Family Day Home Home Occupation Certificate Appeal Variance to the Board of Zoning Appeals Re-Advertisement/Re-Notification (standard case) Re-Advertisement/Re-Notification (expanded notification area) Re-Posting/Replacement Sign (of 10 or more signs) Appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)/Board of County Supervisors (BOCS) Non-conforming Lot or Structure Non-conforming Use

0.15% 0.01%

Site Development/Site Preparation Permit Fees 1. Final Site/Subdivision Plan Nonresidential Site Plan OR no proposed building(s) Percentage of total bond or escrow whichever is higher for up to the first $2M Percentage of total bond or escrow whichever is higher for over $2M <<add table-see separate Table documentis–required Land Development Feecalculation Schedule.pdf>> Note: TheWord/PDF higher of the two calculations to be used for the of the supplemental fee.

FY23 Adopted

0.0% 0.0%

0.15% 0.01%

FY24 Proposed

Part IX - Miscellaneous Fees Camera Van Inspections

CCTV Storm Sewer / Underdrain Inspections

Camera Van Re-Inspections

CCTV Storm Sewer / Underdrain Re-Inspections

Special Use Permit Fees Category C - Agricultural uses not related to farming or permitted agricultural uses; temporary public facilities; other limited uses not necessarily commercial in nature • Craft brewery

Category C - Agricultural uses not related to farming or permitted agricultural uses; temporary public facilities; other limited uses not necessarily commercial in nature

Category D - Non-commercial and commercial uses of minimal impact or intensity.

• Agritourism on a private street • Arts related use on a private street

Category D - Non-commercial and commercial uses of minimal impact or intensity.

Category E - Commercial uses with intensity that is semicompatible with surrounding uses with relatively few design mitigation measures • Outdoor storage

Category E - Commercial uses with intensity that is semicompatible with surrounding uses with relatively few design mitigation measures • Outdoor/outside storage and display goods 1

Category G - Greater intensity commercial activities, and activities of potentially greater off-site impacts (traffic, noise, lighting, etc.)

Category G - Greater intensity commercial activities, and activities of potentially greater off-site impacts (traffic, noise, lighting, etc.)

• Assisted living 1

1. In addition to existing bullets.

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LEGAL NOTICES 7.

Consider Revisions to Fire Marshal’s Office Fee Schedule - The purpose of the public hearing is to consider revisions to the Fire Marshal’s Office Fee Schedule as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption process, pursuant to §27-98 VA Code Ann. The Department of Fire & Rescue recommends a 8.0% across-the-board increase in Fire Marshal’s Office fees, excluding the Fire Suppression Permit Fees included in the Building Development Fee Schedule.*

8.

Consider amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 fiscal plan to budget and appropriate the remaining balance of $997,280,841 for estimated encumbered purchase orders and contracts, non-capital small project construction balances to support the small project construction internal services fund, the estimated unencumbered capital construction project and grant project balances, and the estimated unencumbered Community Services balances supported by state and federal revenue as of June 30, 2023 – The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the budgeting and appropriation for Fiscal Year 2024 of remaining balances for encumbered purchase orders and contracts for all County agencies as of June 30, 2023, to consider the budgeting and appropriation of remaining balances for non-capital small project construction to support the small project construction internal services fund as of June 30, 2023, to consider the budgeting and appropriation for Fiscal Year 2024 of unencumbered capital construction project and grant project balances as of June 30, 2023, and to consider the budgeting and appropriation of remaining unencumbered Community Services balances supported by state and federal revenue as of June 30, 2023. Purchase orders and contracts encumbered at the end of the fiscal year must be re-appropriated in the succeeding fiscal year for payment. Capital construction projects are seldom completed within one fiscal year, necessitating the re-appropriation of the remaining balance of project funding from one fiscal year to the next to accomplish the project’s objective. Community Services state and federal revenue must be annually reconciled in accordance with the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services (DBHDS) Performance Contract. DBHDS Performance Contract funds are restricted for use to support behavioral health, mental health, intellectual disability, developmental disability, and substance abuse.

* The full fee schedules for Building Development, Land Development, Fire Marshal’s Office, and Parks, Recreation & Tourism are on file for public inspection by appointment at the Office of Management & Budget or can be viewed online. To schedule an appointment please call (703) 792-6720 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The address to view supporting documents by appointment is: Office of Management & Budget 1 County Complex Ct., Suite 225, Prince William, VA 22192 (703) 792-6720 Copies are also available with the Clerk to the Board at 1 County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia 22192 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 pm weekdays. The proposed fee revisions can be found electronically on the Office of Management & Budget landing page at www.pwcva.gov/budget.

The Board of County Supervisors plans to take formal action on these items on April 25, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. in the Board Chamber (McCoart Building).

For additional information, contact Andrea Madden, Clerk to the Board of County Supervisors, at 703-792-6600. You may appear at the Board Chamber in the McCoart Building, 1 County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, at the designated time to express your views.

ACCESSIBILITY TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The hearings are being held at a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any persons with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact Andrea Madden, Clerk to the Board, at 1 County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, or by telephone at (703) 792-6600 or TDD (703) 792-6295. Persons needing interpreter services for the deaf must notify the Clerk to the Board no later than Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

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‘WE WERE THE TWO BEST TEAMS IN THE STATE’ With four minutes remaining, Jackson’s backbreaking corner three to grow the champions’ lead to 10.

Patriot’s leading scorers were Coleman with 12, Jay Randall with nine, Hopkins and Kaden Bates with eight and Isaiah Vick with four.

Patriot falls to defending champ Hayfield 52-41 in Class 6 boys hoops final

By Matthew Proctor Special to the Times

With Patriot desperately trying to stage a late comeback, Hayfield’s Donovan Bass-Briscoe spun past the Pioneers’ defense and sent a pass to Jahleel Jackson, who swished a three from the right corner to give Hayfield a 45-35 lead.

The shot was a dagger to Patriot’s hopes of a historic first state title.

Soon it was over as Hayfield (30-1) outlasted Patriot 52-41 on March 10 to win the Class 6 boys basketball title for the second year in a row. Patriot finished 27-4 after going toe-to-toe with a team as athletic as they were.

“We were the best two teams in the state in the last two years,” coach Sherman Rivers said. “So, to lose to them isn’t a bad thing. I just would have liked for us to play a little bit better.”

The finest season in Patriot history was both bittersweet and rewarding, said Rivers.

“At the end of the day, we made it to the last game. Not everybody gets that opportunity. Hopefully we can learn from our mistakes in that game and have a good run at it next year,” he said of the showdown at Richmond’s Siegel Center.

Hayfield edged Patriot 75-73 in the season opener, so the rematch was highly anticipated.

Patriot rebounded better than

Thank you, seniors

PHOTO BY DOUG STROUD

Jay Randall and the Patriot Pioneers completed the finest season in school history, falling to Hayfield 52-41 in the Class 6 championship game at Richmond’s Siegel Center on March 10. they did the first time, but struggled to protect the basket, take care of the ball and missed plenty of shots.

“From an offensive standpoint, we turned it over too much, and we just didn’t finish around the basket like we normally did,” said Rivers.

Patriot shot 1-of-12 on 3-pointers, with junior sharpshooter Dezmond Hopkins making the only one. Still the game was always in doubt, with Hayfield holding a precarious lead most of the game.

Hayfield led 12-10 after the first quarter, then 24-15 late in the second.

Thanks to an aggressive Nasir Coleman, who drove and finished a layup then hit three free throws, the Pioneers

closed the deficit to 24-20 at halftime.

In the third quarter, Patriot continued to struggle to score, but physical defending and group rebounding kept them close.

Hayfield opened a 10-point lead by scoring the first six points of the third quarter, but Patriot stayed in striking range as senior Jay Randall scored twice on offensive rebounds, cutting Hayfield’s lead to 36-28.

Coleman opened the scoring in the fourth by taking the inbounds coast-to-coast, finishing at the rim, then making a free throw, closing the margin to 36-31. The teams then went back and forth trading buckets, with Hayfield seeming to have an answer.

Rivers credits seniors Bates, Coleman and Randall as the driving factor in the Pioneers’ magnificent 53-5 record the last two years.

In 2022, Patriot went 26-1 and was upset by Battlefield in 2022 in the state semis, then played for the state crown this year.

“For our guys to take what happened the season before and really make a point to get past that point and to give themselves an opportunity for a state championship, I can’t say enough about everything that they’ve done for us,” Rivers said.

“Nasir Coleman, Jay Randall and Kaden Bates led the way,” he emphasized. While none of the three have committed to play collegiately, Rivers expects opportunities to surface.

Next year already looks promising. Patriot returns leading scorer Dezmond Hopkins and big man Isaiah Vick. Juniors Mekhi Dillard, Abe Halim, Ryan Keenan and Brady Page, who all contributed this season, will see increased roles.

“Our goal is going to be the same as it always is. First, we start with the district. Then we go with the region. And then hopefully we can advance in the state tournament and get back to state champion game,” Rivers said.

Brentsville girls’ historic season ends in 78-41 state finals loss to powerful Carroll County

By Peter Brewington Times Staff Writer

Brentsville High girls basketball coach Keyla Delaney knows the result wasn’t what everybody in Nokesville hoped.

Making their first appearance in the state championship at Richmond’s Siegel Center, the Tigers were dominated by Carroll County, falling 78-41 in the Class 3 final on March 10.

“Going into that game, I had high hopes that we would be able to play with them, that we would be able to execute. But it just didn’t turn out that way.

Regardless of the fact, I’m super proud of these girls,” said Delaney, who called Carroll County “probably the best girls team in the whole state of Virginia.”

Carroll County (28-1) was aggressive and predatory, forcing multiple turnovers in rolling to its second straight title. The Tigers (21-7) hung around for a while, trailing 23-18 late in the first quarter, but a depressing second quarter led to their doom as the Tigers scored two points and trailed 46-20 at halftime.

Delaney said Alden Yergey and Cara Vollmer were not 100 percent.

“I want to emphasize that the game went the way it did because we didn’t execute our gameplan. Rebounding, limiting transition, and taking care of the ball and limiting turnovers. I don’t want to sound like I’m making excuses

because of injuries, although it would have been closer in my opinion if we were healthy,” Delaney said.

Brentsville loses all-time greats in Yergey and Vollmer to graduation but returns a solid team that includes freshman Payton Brown, a deadeye shooter who shined in the final with a team-high 11 points, sophomore forward Savannah Price and junior Liz Rice.

Yergey, who scored six in the final, will play at NCAA Division I Siena College. Vollmer, who scored 10, will play at D-3 Marymount University. Seniors Emily Spittle and Dakota Garber also will graduate.

Brentsville’s historic season included two huge wins that got them to the final. They eliminated Lakeland 50-36 in the quarterfinals, then slipped past long-time rival Meridian 46-41 in the semis, ending an 11-game losing streak to their Northwestern District nemesis.

For Delaney, a 2010 Brentsville graduate and former Tiger star, making the state championship game was a dream come true. Her father Eugene Baltimore coached Brentsville to the state tournament four times.

“When I first got the job, I told them that we are a state bound team. We can make it to the state finals,” said the first-year coach. “I think some of them bought into it early, some of them it took a little time. As the season went on, they really started to see the fruits of their labor.

“It was an amazing season. I have a great group of girls,” said Delaney.

PHOTO BY COY FERRELL

Emily Spittle was one of four seniors on a Brentsville District High girls basketball team that will be remembered for its run to the 2023 state championship game.

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The exterior showcases traditional board, and the spacious covered porch is perfect for adorning the home with potted plants, rocking chairs or a porch swing. This stunning home welcomes one with a centrally located front entry, which opens to 9-foot ceilings in the foyer.

Big windows flood tons of natural light throughout the home.

The family room sits under a decorative tray ceiling, making it a wonderful gathering place for family and friends. The adjacent kitchen details a functional center island with an eat-in bar and a built-in microwave.

There is also a large, gas-range stove with plenty of counterspace and cabinetry and a walk-in pantry.

The owner's suite offers extra window views, a spacious bathroom

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We encourage and support advertising and marketing programs in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, age, familial status, or national origin.

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Virginia and federal fair housing laws, which make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, or elderliness, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

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OBITUARIES Margaret R. Kemper Margaret R. Kemper, of Fredericksburg passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023.

Ever active in her community, Margaret attended Falmouth United Methodist Church and was a former Chaplain of her local VFW Post 3103. She was a charter member of the Rappahannock Twirlers Square Dance Club where she enjoyed participating in dance routines with her husband James. Her love of camping led Margaret to become a charter member of the “So-We-Go Sams” Chapter of the Good Sam Camping Club. She eventually served as the State Wagon Master and the Assistant State Director of Good Sam. Margaret is survived by her sisters-in-law, Mary Louise Kemper Canfield Tinitis and Margaret R. Robinson; many nieces and nephews; and friends both near and far.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Kemper; brother George Ripley Robinson; and parents George H. Robinson and Anne Lee Blackwell Robinson.

A graveside service will be held at noon on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Midland Cemetery on Rt. 28 in Midland, VA. A Celebration of Life will follow at 2 p.m. at VFW Post 3103 located at 2701 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Light refreshments will be served.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VFW Post 3103 (2701 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401).

Online guest book is available at covenantfuneralservice.com.

James Lawrence Caddigan, Jr. Caddigan, James Lawrence, Jr., 86, passed away on March 9, 2023 at home after a brief illness with his wife of 64 years, Maureen, at his side. Jim was born to James and Elsie (Wood) Caddigan in Boston, MA. After graduating from Seton Hall University in 1958 he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. His Army career included many assignments, promotions and awards until his retirement in 1979 after rising to the rank of Colonel. He also obtained a Masters from George Washington University through the US Army Command and General Staff College and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He was a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War and was always proud of his service to his country. He went on to hold senior executive positions in the telecommunications industry until his ultimate retirement in 2000.

In 1959 he met and married Maureen Patricia Stokes. They were inseparable in terms of their commitment and dedication to each other, their family, their church and their community.

Together they raised four children, Timothy (Anie), Peter (Marybeth), Michelle (Leigh Ann) and was preceded in death by his son James III. Jim was a grandfather to Nicole Bridge (Cliff), Ryan Caddigan (Heather), Danny Caddigan, Michael Caddigan and Katie Caddigan. He was also a great grandfather to Maeve Bridge, Charlie Bridge, Jameson Bridge, Maura Caddigan and Finn Caddigan.

He was survived by his brother, Bob Parker (Paula), sisters-in-law Sheila Ragold (Dick) and Patty McAniff (John) and preceded in death by his brother-in-law Noel Stokes and his wife Joan. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews who called him “The Colonel”.

In addition to his strong dedication to family, Jim was a practicing Catholic and active in his church throughout his life. He was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus and proudly served as the Grand Knight of the Potomac Council of the Faithful Navigator of the Father Kelly Assembly of the Knights of Columbus. In addition to his faith he also found time to serve his community in a variety of civic groups and was known to his friends and neighbors as someone who was always ready to get involved and participate. Even as his health began to decline and they moved to an assisted living facility, he was a member/leader of the tenants association at Arbor Chase of Prince William Commons and remained active until his death.

A funeral mass celebrating his life will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 18825 Fuller Heights Road, Triangle, VA, on March 28, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. with an internment ceremony at Quantico National Cemetery, 18424 Joplin Road, Triangle, VA, at 12:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers the family would ask that you consider contributing to one of Jim’s favorite charities. Those include Wounded Warrior Project, Tunnel to Towers and Shriners Hospital.

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James R Hamilton James R Hamilton, loving and loyal son, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Born in Atlantic City, NJ to John Matthew Hamilton and Louise B. Hamilton on November 7, 1940 passed away on February 13, 2023.

Survived by the mother of his children Judith Edington Hamilton; brother: John M. Hamilton Jr. (Harriett); children: Alexis Hamilton Dimouro, James Hamilton Jr (Katie), Robert Hamilton; Grandchildren: Cory, Ashley, Brittany, Tyler, Amanda, Jenna, Jake, John, Morgan, and Noah. Great grandchildren: Elizabeth, Liam, Jaden, Able, Lincoln, Kai, Zander, Grace, Kayden, Eli, KJ, Kai, and Langley. Preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law, Stephen Dimouro.

Jim was an entrepreneur in the woodworking industry and lifelong professional member of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) where he served as National President from 1986-1987.

A celebration of life will take place March 25 from 2 – 5 at 1000 Clubhouse Way, Warrenton, VA 20187 and the burial will take place on March 27 at Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St SE, Washington, DC 20003 at 12:00 PM. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the American Heart Association in his name.

Frances Weeks Birge April 21st, 1927, to February 20th, 2023 Born in Mountain Lake Park, Maryland, on April 21, 1927, Frances (Fran) Louise Weeks grew up in the hills of Garrett County with her two older brothers and parents Bessie and Graham. After the death of her father, Fran moved to Roanoke, Virginia to live with her brother’s sister Elizabeth and husband, Pete Miller. Fran attended James Madison University before becoming an elementary teacher.

She loved teaching children in Arlington County. She and roommate Mary Happy enjoyed many memories of being young, single women with a blue convertible! In 1948, Fran met her future husband Warren Birge Jr. They married on August 19, 1950. The couple lived in Charlottesville while Warren attended the University of Virginia. Three boys were born completing their family.

Over the years, the boys graduated high school then were off to university. The oldest, Warren III (Ry) attended the University of Colorado Bolder, eventually moving to Houston. John attended East Carolina University, remained in Virginia to make his home but recently moved to Maryland. David built a successful contracting business, making his home in California. Fran’s family owned the Cuppett and Weeks Nursing Home in Maryland started by her mother Bessie. Fran completed training as a CSWA and began working with her family in the 70’s. Many harrowing stories have been told about Fran’s drive from McLean, Virginia to the snowy hills of Maryland. Her handle was “Free Spirit” (remember CB radios?) and she made many friends among the truckers that would look out for her. Fran made this drive for decades, finally retiring in the late nineties. In 2019, Fran moved to Richmond, Texas to be closer to her family there.

Surviving family includes Sister Carolyn Meyers, Sons and Daughter in Law, David, John, Warren Birge and Deborah Birge, Grand Daughter Jessica and husband Darron Green, Grand Son Nathan and wife Diedre Birge, Grand Daughter Steffenie Birge, Great Grandchildren Landon Green, Aubrey Green, Riley Birge and Colt Birge Services will be held at Money and King, 171 Maple Ave W, Vienna, VA 22180. Guests are welcome to arrive as early as 10:00am, Services will be held at 11:00am with burial at Ivy Hill Cemetery Alexandria Virginia at 12:30pm.

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OBITUARIES Eugene Lawrence Jackson Eugene Lawrence Jackson, 86, of Warrenton, VA, passed February 26, 2023.

He was born on August 14, 1936.

He survived by several nieces, other relatives and friends.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2023, from 12 pm until 1 pm with funeral services starting at 1 pm at Joynes Funeral Home, 29 N. Third St., Warrenton, VA, 20186.

Rev. Dr. James R. Kelly will deliver the eulogy.

Interment will be in Silver Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Bealeton, VA. Online condolences can be given at www. joynesfuneralhome.com

John Pixley, Jr. John Pixley, Jr., beloved husband, father, brother, and grand-father, age 71, of Orlean, VA, passed away on March 6, 2023. Born in Charlottesville, VA in 1951, he was the son of the late John Pixley, Sr., and Peggy Pixley.

John served in the Army Reserves from 1971-1977. John enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. As those who loved him knew he spent a lot of time restoring antique cars and going to car shows.

John is survived by his wife, Pamela, their two sons, Zebulon Pixley and his wife, Jennifer; John S. Pixley, III, and his wife, Corinne; a grand daughter who loved to read nature magazines with her “Boompa”; his brother, Steven Pixley and his wife Aizelle, and his sister LouAnn Spear, and her husband, Guy. A Celebration of Life will be organized to honor John at a later date.

In memory of John, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences may be expressed to the Pixley family at moserfuneralhome.com.

Donna Boedell Ingman Donna Boedell Ingman, age 86, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2023 at Blue Ridge Christian Home.

Born in Minnesota, she met and married her husband, Arlen, and they ended up settling in Fauquier County, Virginia.

Donna embraced life and thoroughly enjoyed decorating, playing tennis, singing in the choir at Our Savior Lutheran Church, playing bridge and traveling with her friends and loving and spending time with her large family. She had a vivacious spirit and always tried to make the best of any situation.

Donna is survived by her three children (Cindy Johnson, Wayne Ingman and Candace Miller), ten grandchildren, nine greatgrandchildren and her sister, Diane Miller.

There will be a memorial service on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11:00 am at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Warrenton, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made to Asperger/Autism Network (AANE), 85 Main Street, Suite 3, Watertown, MA 02472.

Ivan J. Sisk Ivan J. Sisk, 81, of Culpeper, VA passed away at his residence Tuesday, March 7, 2023. He was born July 9, 1941 to the late Robert Lee and Emma Frances Sisk in Woodville, VA. Ivan is survived by his wife of 62 years, Joyce Ann Sisk; his son, David Sisk and wife, Sharon; grandchildren, Madelyn and Riley Sisk; sister, Peggy Tharp; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Ivan is preceded in death by his siblings, Helen Hitt, Virginia (Ginny) Dodson, Doris Fincham, Earnest (Bill) Sisk, Robert (Bobby) Sisk, Adele Palmer, and Doris (PJ) Reel.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 12:30 at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA 22701, with Pastor Ellis Mullins officiating.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www.foundandsons.com.

Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is serving the family.

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Legal Notices PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY SUPERVIORS ONE COUNTY COMPLEX COURT PRINCE WILLIAM, VA 22192 March 21, 2023 Public Hearings 2:00 p.m.

1. The Board will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on Authorizing Condemnation and Exercising Quick-Take Powers, in Accordance with Chapter 3 of Title 25.1 of the Virginia Code, to Acquire Property and Various Easements on Property Located at 1420 and 1440 Old Bridge Road and Authorize Compensation Needed for the Payment of Actual or Fixed Payment “In Lieu Of” Moving and Re-establishment Costs, in Connection with the Old Bridge Road and Occoquan Road Improvement Project. Occoquan Magisterial District For additional information, contact the Clerk to the Board at (703) 792-6600. All meeting materials will be posted online when the agenda is published, and a copy of all staff reports, proposed resolutions and ordinances, and other documentation will be available for review by the public in the office of the Clerk of the Board at One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, 22192.

Members of the public may appear at the Board of County Supervisors’ Chamber in the McCoart Building, One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, at the designated time to express their views.

ACCESSIBILITY TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The hearings are being held at a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any persons with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact the Clerk to the Board at One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, or by telephone at (703) 792-6600 or TDD (703) 792-6295. Persons needing translation or interpreter services for the deaf must notify the Clerk to the Board no later than 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2023.

Run Dates: March 9 and March 16, 2023

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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY SUPERVIORS ONE COUNTY COMPLEX COURT PRINCE WILLIAM, VA 22192 March 21, 2023 Public Hearings 2:00 p.m.

Prince William County Proposed Changes to Polling Places The Prince William County Board of County Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, 22192, to consider establishing new polling places as follows: · Precinct 613 – Change the polling place from Dar Alnoor Islamic Center to Penn Elementary School. · Precinct 508 – Change the polling place from Penn Elementary School to Dar Alnoor Islamic Center.

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155831-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re VENTURA AGUILAR, LUIS The object of this suit is to: PETITION FOR CUSTODY OF LUIS EDUARDO AGUILAR VENTURA It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) LUIS JOSE AGUILAR HERNANDEZ appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/01/ 2023 10:00AM Kia Goldsmith, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155810-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ANGELES RAMOS, ERIC F The object of this suit is to: GAIN SOLE LEGAL AND PRIMARY PHYSICAL CUSTODY OF ERIC FRANCESKO ANGELES RAMOS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) ERIC MARCO A. ANGELES ARROYO appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/17/2023 10:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155803-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re VELASQUEZ HERRERA, SKARLETH I The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY AND SPECIAL IMMIGRANT JUVENILE STATUS OF SKARLETH IVETH VELASQUEZ It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) EMILSON VELASQUEZ CARBAJAL appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/03/2023 11:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155807-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re COSME FUENTES, THERESA M The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY AND MAKE SPECIFIC FINDINGS OF FACT FOR THERESA MICHELLE COSME FUENTES 2/20/2009 It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) VILMA DINORA FUENTES ESPINOZA appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/06/ 2023 10:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk

· Precinct 607 – Change the polling place from Jenkins Elementary School to PWC Fire Department Station #13.

Maps and descriptions of the proposed polling place changes are available for inspection in the Office to the Clerk to the Board of County Supervisors, One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, 22192.

Members of the public may appear at the Board of County Supervisors’ Chamber in the McCoart Building, One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, at the designated time to express their views.

ACCESSIBILITY TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The hearings are being held at a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any persons with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact the Clerk to the Board at One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, or by telephone at (703) 792-6600 or TDD (703) 792-6295. Persons needing translation or interpreter services for the deaf must notify the Clerk to the Board no later than 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2023.

Run Dates: March 9 and March 16, 2023

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155832-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re TERCERO MELENDEZ, ALEIKA Y The object of this suit is to: PETITION FOR CUSTODY OF ALEIKA YOLENIS MELENDEZ TERCERO AND SIJS STATUS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) FELIZ ERASMO MELENDEZ ALVAREZ appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/01/2023 11:00AM Kia Goldsmith, Deputy Clerk

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· Precinct 614 – Change the polling place from McAuliffe Elementary School to Rosa Parks Elementary School. · Precinct 215 – Change the polling place from Rosa Parks Elementary School to Saunders Middle School.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155832-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re TERCERO MELENDEZ, ALEIKA Y The object of this suit is to: PETITION FOR CUSTODY OF ALEIKA YOLENIS MELENDEZ TERCERO AND SIJS STATUS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) SANDRA MARIA TERCERO appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/01/2023 11:00AM Kia Goldsmith, Deputy Clerk

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Dumfries, Virginia, will hold a public hearing regarding the following proposed amendment to the budget in accordance with Virginia Code Section 15.2-2507: ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 BUDGET ARPA FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,499,958.68 Fiscal Year 2022 Rollover ARPA Funds

$

427,871.65

Second Tranche

$ 3,072,087.03

Total Amount to Amend

$ 3,499,958.68

The public hearing, which may be continued or adjourned, will be held at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter is heard, on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, before the Town Council of Dumfries, Virginia at the John Wilmer Porter Municipal Building, 17739 Main Street, Suite 200, Dumfries, Virginia. Dated: March 8, 2023

by Tangi R. Hill, Town Clerk to the Council.

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Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ158819-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re NOLASCO PINEDA, ANDREA J The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY AND FATHER ABANDON DETERMINATION It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) JOSE PORTILLO appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/24/ 2023 11:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155846-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re VILLALTA REYES, JASMINE A The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN FULL CUSTODY OF JASMINE A VILLATA REYES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) ARACELY REYES ESTRADA appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/05/2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155846-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re VILLALTA REYES, JASMINE A The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN FULL CUSTODY OF JASMINE A VILLATA REYES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) CARLOS R. VILLALTA PEREZ appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/05/2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155802-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re SALMERON BENITES, DANIEL JOSUE The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY OF THE MINOR DANIEL JOSUE SALMERON BENITES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) DANIEL E. SALMERON SEVILLA appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 03/30/2023 11:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ111250-02-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ELLYSON, BRYLEE ROSE The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF BRYLEE ROSE ELLYSON It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) JESSE ELLYSON appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/10/ 2023 10:00AM Jasmin M Henderson, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ107109-04-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MCDONALD, AVA CARISSA The object of this suit is to: TO RELIEVE CUSTODY OF AVA CARISSA MCDONALD It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) ANDRE LAMOTT MCDONALDL appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/01/2023 10:00AM Aneicia Howell, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ111250-02-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ELLYSON, BRYLEE ROSE The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF BRYLEE ROSE ELLYSON It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) BOBBY TURNER appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/10/ 2023 10:00AM Jasmin M Henderson, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ154588-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re PINKARD, PROMISE ELEANOR The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF PROMISE ELEANOR PINKARD It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) DARRON MCCULLER STRAND appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/11/2023 11:00AM Laska Via, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ154842-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re SEGOVIA, DOUGLAS JACOB The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF DOUGLAS JACOB SEGOVIA It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) DOUGLAS SEGOVIA DEPAZ appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/08/2023 11:00AM Kia Goldsmith, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155961-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re DIAZ TORRES, AARON ABIMAEL The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF AARON A. DIAZ TORRES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) ABIMAEL DIAZ ULLOA appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/09/ 2023 11:00AM Aneicia Howell, Deputy Clerk

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ143994-02-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RICKETTS, CRISSIA A The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN FULL CUSTODY OF CRISSIA A RICKETTS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) UNKNOWN appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/08/ 2023 11:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155963-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ROMERO GALLO, SENAYDA ALICIA The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF SENAYDA A. ROMERO GALLO It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) JUNIOR JACINTO ROMERO AVILIES appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/09/2023 10:00AM Aneicia Howell, Deputy Clerk

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155421-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MCGILBERRY, BRYCE KING The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN FULL CUSTODY OF BRYCE MCGILBERRY It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) MARCUS D. CLEVELAND appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/08/ 2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ143719-01-01 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re KHAN, FATIMA JAVAID The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF FATIMA JAVAID KHAN It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) JAVAID SARFRAZ KHAN appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/19/ 2023 10:00AM Kia Goldsmith, Deputy Clerk ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ154643-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re BENTLEY, BROOKLYN CHANELL The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF BROOKLYN BENTLEY It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) ALONZA E WALLACE appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 03/27/ 2023 11:00AM Laska Via, Deputy Clerk ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155935-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re WALL, ARIANNA JANEL The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY AND VISITATION OF ARIANNA WALL It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) IVAN L WALL appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/01/ 2023 10:00AM Aneicia Howell, Deputy Clerk

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Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155780-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re NYANG, KUMBA NYARKOA The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY KUMBA NYARKOA NYANG It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) SALIEU NYANG. appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/10/ 2023 11:00AM Jennifer Houchin, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155886-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MORALES SANTOS, GABRIELA J The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF GABRIELA J MORALES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) FLORENCIO MORALES appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/28/ 2023 10:00AM Aneicia Howell, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ129563-01-01 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re DRONE, KELSIE LEVON The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN JOINT CUSTODY OF KELSIE LEVON DRONE It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) FRANCIS TIERNEY appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/26/ 2023 10:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155781-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MARTINEZ CANALES, MAIRI Y The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF MAIRI Y. MARTINEZ CANALES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) RAMIRO MARTINEZ GOMEZ. appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/13/2023 10:00AM Jennifer Houchin, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ129563-06-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re DRONE, KELSIE LAVON The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF KELSIE LAVON DRONE It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) PATRICIA DRONE appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/26/ 2023 10:00AM Jennifer Houchin, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ129563-01-01 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re DRONE, KELSIE LEVON The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN JOINT CUSTODY OF KELSIE LEVON DRONE It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) PATRICIA DRONE appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/26/ 2023 10:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155781-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MARTINEZ CANALES, MAIRI Y The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF MAIRI Y. MARTINEZ CANALES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) MARIA CONCEPCION CANALES DIAZ. appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/13/2023 10:00AM Jennifer Houchin, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ129563-06-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re DRONE, KELSIE LAVON The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF KELSIE LAVON DRONE It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) FRANKIE TIERNEY appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/26/ 2023 10:00AM Jennifer Houchin, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155672-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re VASQUEZ RAMOS, WHILMER F The object of this suit is to: SEEK CUSTODY OF WHILMER FERNANDO RAMOS VASQUEZ It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) FELIPE DE JESUS RAMOS TOBAR appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 03/31/2023 11:00AM Kia Goldsmith, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ142946-01-01 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ST ANN, JERMAINE MANTREL; II The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF JERMAINE MANTREL ST ANN II. It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) CHANIKIA RICHARDSON appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/16/ 2023 2:00PM Kia Goldsmith, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ154491-01-00; 02-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MARTIN, BRYCE The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY AND VISITATION OF BRYCE MARTIN It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) PHILLIP L. MARTIN JR. appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/21/ 2023 10:00AM Jasmin M Henderson, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155886-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MORALES SANTOS, GABRIELA J The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF GABRIELA J MORALES It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) WENDY R SANTOS appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/28/ 2023 10:00AM Aneicia Howell, Deputy Clerk

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Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155962-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re NAQVI, SYED TAIMOOR MUJTABE The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF SYED T. M. NAQVI It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) SYED H.M. NAQVI appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/09/ 2023 10:00AM Aneicia Howell, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155721-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re OSTORGA MORENO, GERALDINE N The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF GERALDINE N. OSTORGA MORENO It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) FRANCISCO A OSTORGA MONTESINO appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/24/2023 9:30AM Brian Donnell James, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155741-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RAMIREZ RIVAS, ARMANDO The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF ARMANDO A RAMIREZ RIVAS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) OSCAR A RAMIREZ ANGEL appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/10/2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155097-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MARTINEZ CESIA EUNICE The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF MARTINEZ CESIA EUNICE It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) OSCAR LEONEL MARTINEZ appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/27/2023 11:00AM Pilar Barrera, Deputy Clerk

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155801-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MOHAMMED, HIKMA The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY AND SIJS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) SALISU MUHTAR appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/10/ 2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155091-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MIRRO, BRYSON BENTLEY The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF BRYSON MIRRO It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) UNKNOWN FATHER appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/26/ 2023 10:00AM Pilar Barrera, Deputy Clerk

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ152861-02-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re HALL, MIA REYNA GRACE The object of this suit is to: OBAINED CUSTODY OF MIA GRACE HALL It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) YZREAL ISIAH HALL appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/27/ 2023 10:00AM Pilar Barrera, Deputy Clerk

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155801-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MOHAMMED, HIKMA The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY AND SIJS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) SALISU MUHTAR appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/10/ 2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ152861-02-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re HALL, MIA REYNA GRACE The object of this suit is to: OBAINED CUSTODY OF MIA GRACE HALL It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) MONICA FELTON appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/27/ 2023 10:00AM Pilar Barrera, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ141922-02-01 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re BOYD, KARTER The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE VISITATION KARTER BOYD It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) TIFFANY JOHNSON appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/08/ 2023 10:00AM Laska Via, Deputy Clerk Classified Ads CallCall 540.270.4931 Classified AdsWork Work 347-4222

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NOTICE OF DELINQUENT TAXES AND JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

On April 20, 2023 will be commenced under the authority of Virginia Code §58.1-3965, et seq., to begin proceedings to sell the following parcels of real estate for the payment of Prince William County delinquent real estate taxes: Tax Payor

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TACS No.

Dora R. Popel Gebo, Estate

8189-28-5003

845861

Stonewall Manor LLC

8288-43-6384

845868

Stonewall Manor LLC

8288-44-8312

845868

Elwin Company Inc.

8390-00-1805

845835

Elwin Company Inc., Edward R. Parker

8390-56-7965

845835

2706 Youngs Drive Project LLC

7101-91-8478

845885

2706 Youngs Drive Project LLC

7101-91-8069

845885

Elizabeth A. Hollingsworth TR

7196-86-3577

845837

Emily R. Lewis, Mathew P. Green Jr. Trustee & Gerald A. Mosseller & Carolyn C. Mosseller

7696-58-0119

845847

Interstate 66 Industrial Park Condo Assoc c/o Key Properties

7697-65-3392

845804

John A. Laird & George H. Ackerman & John E. Gulman Trs

7597-89-7253

845871

Konstaintine S. Gianoplus c/o H. Doundoulakis

7696-86-4142

845904

Konstaintine S. Gianoplus c/o H. Doundoulakis

7696-77-1848

845904

Madison Property Co #2

8392-96-1680

845924

Savannah Drive Joint Venture c/o Sunshine Homes

8192-00-8110

845825

Foxridge Properties

7893-74-4606

878084

Properties subject to delinquent real estate taxes may be redeemed by paying all accumulated taxes, penalties, interest, costs and fees.

Payments should be made payable to County of Prince William and mailed to  Box 31800, Henrico, Virginia, 23294-1800. Interested bidders and inquiries regarding the above-listed properties should be directed to TACS at (804) 545-2500, taxsales@taxva.com or www.taxva.com or by mail to:  Re: Prince William County Delinquent RE Taxes Taxing Authority Consulting Services, PC  Henrico, VA 23294-1800

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Legal Notices This is a Public Notice to VOID appointment of Substitute Trustee (Instrument #202002260015159 in Prince William Land record) dba Equity Trustees, LLC 8100 Three Chopt Road, Suite 240, Richmond, VA 23229 whose Attorney is BWW Law Group LLC at 600 Executive Blvd, Suite 101 Rockville MD 20852. Equity Trustee HAVE NO AUTHORITY pursuant to Virginia Code 55-59 paragraph 9 to foreclose or sell property described in Deed of Trust instrument No. 200504290068998.

Any purchaser will not be a bona fide purchaser for value. Additionally pursuant to 12 U.S. Code 1813 (l) (i) Lehman Brothers FSB (Bank) deposited security received for conversion which is payment.

Therefore Substitute Trustee and any assignors and assignees authority to foreclose is VOID. OMINI T RIMAN trust name claim acceptance of land, real property, fixtures and meets and bounds Latitude: 38.62076 Longitude: -77.33655 containing 20,168+- sqft.(commonly known as lot 5 Piccard Landing)

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ153442-01-01; JJ153441001-01; JJ153443-01-01 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re PEARSON, NATALIE SHENAY; PEARSON, HAYDEN; PEARSON, TRINITY The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF NATALIE PEARSON; HAYDEN PEARSON; TRINITY PEARSON It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) KEITH PEARSON appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/18/ 2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155806-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re QUINTANILLA REYES, GERSON D The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY AND MAKE SPECIFIC FINDINGS OF FACT FOR GERSON DANILO QUINTANILLA REYES 12/11/2009 It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) VILMA DINORA FUENTES ESPINOZA appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his or her interests on or before 04/06/ 2023 10:00AM Ataa Dwamena, Deputy Clerk ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ155814-01-00 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J&DRJUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ROLDAN PIZARRO, GABRIELLA The object of this suit is to: NOTIFY BIRTH PARENT OF ABANDONMENT OF MINOR CHILD AND FIND THAT HER CONSENT IS NOT REQUIRED AND TO TRANSFER CUSTODY TO GERALD AND MARIA MARKS It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X) ADRIANA C. PIZARRO GOMEZ appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 05/16/2023 10:00AM Kenyea Martinez, Deputy Clerk

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Employment Full Time Employment

$5,000

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ADS

Caregiver

PI/FT; PT: 3-7 p.m. (M, W, F and some Saturdays); FT: 6:30am-6:30 p.m. (M-F). $16 /hr. Hours over 40: $24/hr.

For a non-verbal 3-year-old. She requires direct supervision & structured therapy play. Also to perform additional duties such as meal prep, and documenting daily activities. She loves to “read” books, enjoys music when people sing and walking outside. Email resume to: gennellee@hotmail.com

WORK!

PT Volunteer Coordinator

Contract job opportunity with nonprofit association. VolTran transportation service provides free rides for older adults and persons with disabilities to medical and other critical needs appointments. 25 hrs/ wk; $25/hour. Position is hybrid with office space in Warrenton.

E-mail: Voltranpresident@gmail.com

Full Time Employment

LEAD TEACHERS & ASSISTANT TEACHERS Full or Part Time

Walnut Grove Child Care 540-347-0116 or 540-349-9656 Full Time Employment

Groundskeeper

in The Plains, VA FT with benefits for an individual to power wash & clean around the outside of a residence. Detail cars & perform outside maintenance; tasks will vary from day-today & are performed indoors & outdoors; ability to multi- task & prioritize; requires good communication skills.

Inquire or send resume to: pos.mdbg@gmail.com

Full Time Employment

Full-Time Delivery Driver

for Tri-County Feeds in Marshall. We seek dedicated professionals, exp´d in driving 24’ box trucks. No CDL necessary. We offer paid vaca & sick leave, bonus incentives, training, employee discounts, more.

Must be 18 or older, clean driving record, able to lift 50-100 lbs repeatedly, & be team player. Starting pay $18.50/hr. Contact jason@tricountyfeeds.com.

Full Time Employment

READY TO VOLUNTEER?

We’re ready to welcome you! Learn how you can put your time, knowledge and talent to use volunteering with AARP in Virginia. Help make your community the best it can be while working alongside others who share your passion for service.

Meet our talented team of volunteers and discover where you fit.

You’re invited to a special Tea and Talk designed to give you a “taste” of volunteering with AARP in Haymarket and Gainesville. Sip on tea and “sample” a variety of volunteer roles (virtual and inperson). Serve your community.

Thursday, March 23 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Dominion Valley Country Club – Waverly Ballroom 15200 Arnold Palmer Drive, Haymarket, VA 20169 RSVP is required: events.aarp.org/ VolTea03222023 or call 1-877-926-8300

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Carson LC, a full service land-use consulting firm, offers competitive salaries and benefits.

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ASSISTANT/TECHNICIAN

for thriving, privately owned veterinary practice in Warrenton. Must be enthusiastic, love animals & have people skills. Basic restraint & veterinary knowledge is preferred, but willing to train. Seek coverage Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 9am-5pm and at least one Saturday a month 8am-12pm.

Animal Medical Center of Warrenton offers modern medicine with a small town touch.

Please send inquiries and resumes to amanda@amcwarrenton.net

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Full Time Employment

HR & Payroll Specialist

for The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) to work in our headquarters office in Warrenton, VA. Provide basic support to the HR Dept in day-to-day functions including timesheet proofing & payroll processing, assisting new staff in benefit enrollments, personnel record filing & various tracking & reporting functions. PEC has a staff of 50 employees and a broad offering of benefits.

Salary range is $25-$30/hr (the equivalent of $52,000 to $62,400 annually), commensurate with experience.

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter to: apply@pecva.org See full job posting on https://www.pecva.org

Digital Editor Responsibilities include but not limited to digital content of The Fauquier Times and The Prince William Times.

As the newsroom staff member responsible for digital strategy and for day-to-day management of all digital content including web and email products, the digital editor curates, edits and writes social media posts. They also produce interactive features, galleries and video – that are timely, compelling and drive audience engagement.

The job requires solid news judgment, strong editing and headline-writing skills and familiarity with SEO and site analytics. Strong candidates will have the ability to join the highest standards for content with ambitious traffic and engagement and revenue objectives. You will also manage main social media feeds (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok) with goal of extending the Times newspapers’ brand and building audience engagement.

We require: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 2-3 years experience in online news operation and use of content management systems,and in the analysis of audience metrics and proven ability to maximize audience. Must also have expertise in social media platforms, headline writing, copyediting,familiarity with AP Style, SEO and video production experience.

We offer flexible office/remote work environment.

Contact: rearl@fauquier.com Contact: cnelson@fauquier.com Robin Earl,Nelson, managing editor,Fauquier FauquierTimes Times Catherine publisher, Equal Employer Equal Opportunity Opportunity Employer

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BUSINESS SERVICE DIRECTORY Auto

Heating and Air Conditioning needs, call on

Hauling

Moving/Storage

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BUSINESS SERVICE DIRECTORY Pond

Remodeling

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