Haymarket Gainesville Lifestyle Magazine January 2024

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appy New Year, friends! If I’m not mistaken, and I might be because I remember nothing these days, 2024 heralds the start of the seventh year of my writing to you every month and often saying the same thing: We’ve got a great issue for you this month! I apologize for the lack of variety in that sentiment, but I wouldn’t say it if it wasn’t true and, to be clear, it’s not because of me that each issue is wonderful.

It’s because of you.

You write, you call, you suggest people, places, events and more in the Haymarket and Gainesville communities that the magazine should cover and it warms my heart to have this kind of partnership with you. Thank you.

And now, without further delay, I present the first great issue of the new year: the January 2024 edition of Haymarket-Gainesville Lifestyle Magazine.

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Nokesville Resident Toasts to the Top New Director of Toastmasters International Shares Skills and Talent

BY BETH LUNA

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n 1986, Nokesville’s Dana Richard remembers hearing a passing mention of Toastmasters from a colleague. Fast forward to 2023, and he has 10 years of membership behind him and has been elected as director to the board of Toastmasters International. “Back then, my impression of the club was that people got together over lunch to discuss parliamentary procedure – how you conduct, open and close meetings, and keep order,” Dana said. “We don’t do that!”

Toastmasters International does indeed hold meetings, but with a focus on public speaking, leadership, and building confidence. Founded in 1924, the world’s leading organization devoted to communication and leadership skills development boasts over 270,000 members in 148 countries. In fact, Northern Virginia has 118 clubs alone.

“Haymarket and Gainesville’s District 29 is

moderately-sized,” Dana said. “Members here are mostly young professionals beginning their careers, hoping to develop soft skills like speaking, problem solving, interpersonal communication and leadership. In addition, because of the diversity in this area, we have international professionals who aim to develop their English communication skills in addition to soft skills. Mid-career members join for supervisory and leadership skills to become better managers. Lastly, and it may be our largest demographic, the retiree members help and mentor, especially with those beginning their careers.”

Dana, who has attained the Distinguished Toastmaster designation (the highest level of educational achievement in the organization), is both President of Leaders Circle in Nokesville, and Treasurer of a second club, the Traveling Tastemasters. “We meet in

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Dana speaking at a Traveling Tastemasters Toastmasters Club meeting last Spring in Alexandria.

restaurants in the NOVA area, which is a great environment to practice speeches in because of the background noise,” he said. “It is an advanced club. Let’s say you are being paid as a keynote speaker – this is a great way to practice in a venue with waiters and other sidebar conversations.”

Dana retired from the Air Force Reserve in 2012 and Federal Civil Service in 2019, his military career spanning over 30 years during which he served as Deputy Chief of Mission Assurance for the Defense and Counterintelligence Agency in Quantico. He earned a master’s of science in strategic intelligence from the National Intelligence University in Washington, D.C., and is a graduate of the US Air Force Air War College and the US Air Force Air Command and Staff College.

“I am a country boy from Missouri,” Dana shared. His father taught English at the

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Left and below: Dana taking photos on the cliffs at the “Butt of Lewis” on the Island of Lewis and Harris in the Scottish Highlands where he and his wife Bethany, below, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary this past October. Here: Dana giving his campaign speech at the Toastmasters International Annual Business Meeting.

community college, and he spent summers on his grandparent’s farm in Kansas before attending the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, graduating in 1982 with a BS in International Affairs on a National Security Policy track. “I was commissioned as an air intelligence officer, and that was my entire career in the military and civil service, doing analyst and policy work,” he said. Dana was deployed during Desert Storm and had other active duty assignments, and has been recognized with two Defense Meritorious Service Medals and one Air Force Meritorious Service Medal; additionally he was awarded the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Service Distinguished Service Award, the agency’s highest award.

Dana met Bethany, his wife of over 40 years who also holds the highest rank in the club as Distinguished Toastmaster, in the Air Force Academy choir. “She finished in ROTC, and was an officer before retiring,” said Dana. The couple has three adult children and are happy to spend their retirement in Northern Virginia. “There are other places with a lower cost

of living, but the arts, culture, and beauty of the area keeps us here,” he said. Dana’s art of choice is photography as well as music – he plays trombone and guitar and enjoys playing with groups like the Prince William Community Band; Bethany is an artist, focusing on oil painting.

Most members turn to Toastmasters to hone their public speaking skills, but Dana had already acquired those during the arc of his career. “My path was atypical - I was asked to develop a leadership development program by our agency director, prompting me to join,” he said. “Not all members are struggling with speaking skills, there is the opportunity to learn about leadership, too.”

Dana officially joined in June 2013, becoming a charter member of the Five Shields Toastmasters club in Quantico, where many defense agencies are headquartered.

Each club has seven officers and anywhere from six to 30-plus members, and there is a general structure to the meeting, including prior assignments to members for the agenda. “Every club has its own personality and culture – some are very formal, and others, not so much,” Dana said. “There is a meeting opening, which could be the Pledge of Allegiance or an inspirational statement, and then the Toastmaster of the meeting begins.”

There are three phases to each meeting – the Toastmaster, then prepared speeches (lasting 5-7 minutes each), then Pathways, an educational program where members select

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from eleven specific focuses like Visionary Communication or Engaging Humor.

“Speeches are based on what members want to accomplish, not on the actual content,” he said. “You don’t want to offend or create friction in the group; you may talk about your hobby, your trip to Lithuania, or your work project for instance, that’s ok. The speech is secondary; it’s a vehicle to accomplish what you are trying to learn.”

There is time for impromptu speaking, one to two minutes off the cuff, like an elevator speech – to help members learn to think on their feet. “The evaluation phase is next, where positive, constructive feedback is shared,” Dana said. “We concentrate on mechanics, not content. The Timer will give their report; we time everything to teach focus on getting to the point. The Grammarian reviews language, assessing whether it is used incorrectly or effectively. The Ah Counter then identifies the extra language used so we can bring that under control.”

To explore membership in a local Toastmasters International club, visit toastmasters. org and click on FIND A CLUB on the homepage. “Consider visiting more than one club as they all have their own personality – that way you can find a good fit for you,” Dana shared. There is a one-time $20 new member fee, and then a $60 fee every six months, which affords access to education programs, services, and credit for your work in addition to access to the online magazine. L

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Where Do Creatives and ...at Crossroads Arts Alliance

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ast October, Gainesville artist Kerry Molina and her board of directors launched Crossroads Arts Alliance, a new nonprofit dedicated to bringing the arts to Western Prince William County and Fauquier County.

Currently housed in the historic Haymarket Museum, the organization will concentrate on providing the communities of Western Prince William County, Haymarket, Gainesville, and surrounding areas with experiences in the arts that inspire, engage, educate, and entertain.

“The Alliance is so grateful to the Town of Haymarket for partnering with [us] and allowing [us] to use the historic Haymarket Museum space,” said Molina.

Hanging gallery shows, teaching art classes, hosting open mic nights and talks, and more, Crossroads Arts Alliance is working to connect the community with the arts. Molina, through this venture, also helps to create an artistic space that the community can embrace. She says that the community can benefit from Crossroads Arts Alliance because of its dedication to “providing experiences in the arts -- art shows, open mic nights, art classes for adults and for kids,

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Community Connect?

Far left: Some of the art displayed at the Alliance’s October reception. These pieces are by Kerry Molina. Center: The historic Haymarket Museum. Above: Front row, from left to right: Julie Abrell, Secretary; Kerry Molina, President; Susan Miller, Vice President. Back row, left to right: Mike Bruckner, Marketing Team; Meredith Moss, Website; John Williamson, Marketing Chairperson; Nancy Clark, Programs Chairperson; Kelli Fowler, Ways & Means Chairperson; Michelle Comage, Membership Chairperson. Not pictured: John Gaffney, Treasurer.

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music performances, writers’ workshops, dance, theater, anything you can dream up, we want to provide to this community.”

Crossroads Art Alliance’s reach spans across all types of creative endeavors, from music, dance, and theater to writing and visual arts. The organization also welcomes collaboration and invites creatives to give input on the types of events they’d like to see at the museum.

Recurring classes include, “T&T: Topic and Technique— Art Journaling with Kerry Molina,” Open Studio, where people can bring in what they are making and work in a shared space, and Alcohol Ink Design with Nancy Clark.

The volunteer-run organization put in a massive amount of time to start Crossroads Arts Alliance.

“There is so much more to starting a nonprofit organization than you might think and it was quite a steep learn-

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Top: Molina greeting a guest at the Alliance’s October reception.

Above: Julie Abrell, Secretary; Kerry Molina, President; and Susan Miller, Vice President.

ing curve. Getting all aspects of the organization (government paperwork, bylaws, website, banking, membership, programs, marketing, graphic design, branding, community outreach, event planning, procedures) up and running was extremely time-consuming so my family was wondering what the heck was going on with Mom. But when you are passionate about something and when you put together the right team of talented, skilled, enthusiastic, wonderful collaborators, magic things happen.”

At the Alliance’s October reception, the group hosted its first gallery show. It was called “All aBoard!” to pay homage to the artwork that was featured, created by the original board members. Its second show, a holiday-themed art and craft show titled “A Holiday with HeART” ran through December 30.

In addition to providing entertainment and engagement for the community, Molina also hopes that like-minded, artistic individuals will become involved as well.

“Creatives in this area now have an outlet — they can get involved with our group, they can teach classes, they can perform, they can submit artwork to calls for art, or just enjoy our various programming.”

Molina also encourages people to join the Crossroads Arts Alliance to take part in activities and connect with creatives throughout the community. Joining the Alliance gives members the opportunity to participate in Alliance development, serve on committees, and attend member-only events and celebrations, in addition to performing, teaching, and exhibiting their artwork. There are special perks as well. Members can have their name or logo hyperlinked on Crossroads Arts Alliance’s website and can be featured as “Patron of the Month,” announced as a “proud patron,” or have access to reserved tables and be listed on marketing material.

To get involved and stay informed about Crossroads Arts Alliance’s happenings, visit its website, CrossroadsArtsAlliance.org, or Facebook page. The Alliance welcomes input on classes or events that the community would like to see offered and community members are also encouraged to contact the Alliance to learn how to get involved with helping to put on performances, demonstrations, shows, classes, or workshops.

“Our goal is to provide new experiences that have seldom been available in this neck of the woods. We hope [community members] will attend our classes and events and become members and patrons. CAA is where creatives and community connect!”

The Museum is open any time the Haymarket Farmers Market is open. See the website and the Facebook page for all the other times the Museum will be open, or stop in whenever the OPEN flag is flying. L Planning for the Alliance’s next exhibit is underway. It will be titled "Me, Myself & I: Artful Interpretations,” and will feature self-portraits in any medium. Artists interested in participating should keep an eye out for the Alliance’s call for art for that show. You can follow the group on Facebook at Facebook.com/CrossroadsArtsAllianceVA, and visit the website at crossroadsartsalliance.org/

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Build a H.O.U.S.E. and They Will Come

Above: Dr. Kristy McDowell works with club members Ivyonna Brown, Max Schmitko, Misha Schmitko, Brandon Farmerie, and Judah. Below: H.O.U.S.E. club members, back row from left to right: Irene Jung, Alyssa Parker, Olivia Driscoll, Brandon Farmerie, Dr. Kristy McDowell, Ivyonna Brown. Front row, left to right: Misha Schmitko, Max Schmitko, Judah, Warner Roberts

New Club at Bull Run Middle Features a Safe Space for Communication and Bonus Pizza

BY BETH LUNA

Community educator and Haymarket resident Jennifer Roberts saw a need, right there in front of her. Jennifer, who founded Conversations in the Community in 2021 to primarily offer a safe space for people to have honest and meaningful dialogue about racism and educational issues, thought it might benefit her son Warner’s school community to open the floor to students and staff via an afterschool club. Jennifer and Warner discussed some ideas, and when they were ready, had a conversation with Warner’s school principal, Matthew Phythian of Bull Run Middle School in Gainesville. “Mr. Phythian was on board right away,” Jennifer said. “He has been very supportive of the club.”

H.O.U.S.E., which stands for Helping Our Unique School Excel, held its first monthly meeting at the beginning of the school year. “We had a table at Back to School Night,” said Warner. “We told people about the club and our ideas, and we had a signup sheet there for kids who were interested.” While the club has a community service component, the initial focus aligned with something additional. “We are talking about problems in the school and how we can solve them,” Warner said. “During one meeting, everyone gave input on what they thought could be improved or added at school. We came up with a list and voted. The top two suggestions were to have more available passes for Oakley (visits with the school therapy dog) and access to more non-sport types of after school activities like movies and music.”

“The purpose of the club is to give students an opportunity to contribute to the Bull Run community,” Principal Phythian shared. “One example of a project the club was involved with is they collected toiletries and hygiene items to donate to community members in need.” The

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Oakley the Therapy Dog To whom does Oakley belong?

Oakley is part of the Wagging Warriors Organization. She is owned by her handler, Brittany Mraz.

Who brings Oakley to school and how often?

Oakley’s owner, Brittany, brings her to school on Thursdays and Fridays for 11 ½ hours each time.

How does the school have access to Oakley?

Bull Run MS has a partnership with the Wagging Warriors Organization and pays a fee for the service out of school funds.

How often do students get to see Oakley?

Students get an opportunity to visit Oakley sometimes during lunch after they eat. They can ask for a pass to see her.

club worked in conjunction with Battlefield High School’s Community Service Committee to make posters and set up drop off boxes.

“There is so much need,” Jennifer said. “Look beyond and around and pay attention, and we will see plenty of opportunities to help. We can say hey, what can we do everybody can do something.”

In addition to collecting and donating toiletries this fall, the club collected reusable shopping bags for Sharita Rouse, owner of Tummy-Yum Yum Gourmet Candy Apples in Old Town Manassas, for her annual community dinner and food giveaway. “We volunteered last year and noticed people didn’t have bags to put items in,” Jennifer said. “We collected 60 reusable shopping bags for people to carry food home in.”

“Jennifer invites guest speakers to some of the gatherings,” Principal Phythian said. “Last semester, she invited molecular biologist, Dr. Kristy McDowell to help the students learn about forensic science by engaging the students in a forensic science lab. The students were highly involved in solving a mock crime situation using forensic techniques. They were motivated and excited to participate in such a fun and meaningful learning experience.”

Principal Phythian believes community involvement

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“It is the authentic partnership between the school and the community that makes a positive difference in the lives of children.”

Above: Olivia Driscoll and Alyssa Parker assemble care packages to give to the morning and afternoon Kiss and Ride teams.

Below: Warner Roberts and Ivyonna Brown working together on a blood spatter lab.

with parents and other community members makes a difference in the lives of students by supporting and understanding the school’s vision and direction for improving student achievement. “It is the authentic partnership between the school and the community that makes a positive difference in the lives of children. I appreciate the efforts of Mrs. Roberts and Warner to kickstart this club,” he shared.

About ten sixth, seventh and eighth graders participate in the club, which currently has 11 members and welcomes any student who has interest. The club is truly a family project; Jennifer organizes activities and has enlisted Battlefield student Kennedy (Warner’s sister) as High School Volunteer along with Community Volunteer Mary Roberts, (Warner's grandmother) helping with meetings.

“We usually eat pizza first,” Warner said, “and then we talk about school issues and different topics.” The snack break, which often includes chips and other snacks, is a real hit with the students (who were treated to a Thanksgiving dinner in November that included fried chicken, mac and cheese, and fruit salad). “I love the fact that they bring in pizza for every meeting; it's like a party each time I go,” said 6th grade student Alyssa Parker. “The food was something I didn’t know about, but I still love the fact that I get a pre-dinner at each club meeting.” Alyssa joined simply to try something new. “I joined the club not for any specific reasons, and I found out I really love it,” she said.

7th grader Judah joined at first because his mom Kerstin is friends with Jennifer and he knows Warner. “I was scared to join a club because I didn’t know anybody, but I thought this was a good opportunity to join where I knew someone.” He likes the social and learning aspects of the group and the focus on helping others. “The things I like most about the club is that we tell each other our goals and help out people in need; I also like that we can do cool experiments with real scientists.”

2024 meeting highlights will include a partnership with the counseling dept to do a study skills and organization session, real estate team Mike and Tara Houston for a presentation on real estate as a career, and a visit from My Pet Alpaca.

“I would love to see more students get involved, and for the club to continue for years to come,” said Principal Phythian. “Community involvement with parents and other community members makes a difference in the lives of students by supporting and understanding the school’s vision and direction for improving student achievement.

It is the authentic partnership between the school and the community that makes a positive difference in the lives of children. I am very appreciative of Warner and Mrs. Roberts efforts to kickstart this club.” L Photos courtesy of Jennifer A. Roberts Interested students can join at any time and there is no fee; email housebrms@gmail.com for information.

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BY SUE BALDANI Debby sitting on her red suitcases awaiting a flight at H-3 Helipad in Saigon and below, playing with Vietnamese orphans at the recreation center at which she was stationed.

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fter graduating from college in 1968, Debby Moore of Haymarket wanted to travel and see the world before following in her parents’ footsteps and becoming a teacher. Most young women would have chosen to go to London, Paris or some other swanky destination. Not Moore.

After learning that a civilian program through the Department of the Army lowered the minimum age from 23 to 21 for young, single, female college graduates, she went for an interview for a job with Army Special Services.

Shortly after, she found herself heading to Vietnam, right into a war zone.

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roof of her service club at Cu Chi during an incursion during Tet of 1969. The soldiers would always make sure she and Louise got into the bunkers safely.

After returning to the United States for good in 1970, Moore did go on to pursue a teaching career, but what she experienced during her two tours in Vietnam changed her perception of herself and the world.

“I learned more about myself than I ever would have had I gone directly into teaching,” she said. “I value my time with those wonderful young soldiers and the Vietnamese nationals I came into contact with. I also learned a lot about our ‘world family’ and their cultures and understand that Americans can also learn valuable lessons from these encounters. Mostly, I think about the friendships we developed, however short, and I will always remember those I knew who served and gave ‘their all.’”

In addition to wanting to support these soldiers, another reason she went to Vietnam had to do with her father.

“As the eldest of four daughters, I felt very close to my father who was a B-29 commander during World War II, flying thirteen bombing missions over Japan,” said Moore.

“I’m so proud of his service.”

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Top: A Vietnamese baby whose hands were cut off by the Viet Cong after her parents had no rice to give them. Left: Debby holding the Command Sergeant Major’s 79 pound python. She was told unless the snake accepts her, she wouldn’t be allowed to remain on the base at Soc Trang.

Above: Debby and her husband, Doug, attending a Veteran’s Day function.

Right: Debby standing outside her “hootch” as living quarters were called.

You can see the hole caused by rocket fragments that hit her building during an attack.

In 2016, she was asked to speak about the women who served in Vietnam at the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C. on Veterans Day. “I’ve been to the Wall many times and always touch the names of the men I knew who lost their lives there, but each time I go, I stare at the Wall and wonder how many more of the thousands of soldiers I spoke with during my two years in Country have their names etched there. I will never know, but I’m so happy that I might have been a small part of their lives during our time there.”

In 2023, on Veterans Day, the Vietnam Women’s Memorial in D.C. celebrated its 30th anniversary. Moore and her husband, retired U.S. Army Colonel Doug Moore, were there to honor the occasion along with the founder of the memorial, former Army Nurse Diane Carlson-Evans, and best-selling author Kristin Hannah.

Although the couple, who live in Haymarket, didn’t marry until later in life, they met long ago and far away.

“In early January of 1969, a young major named Doug Moore flew me from Soc Trang to Cu Chi when I was transferred there,” she said. “I flew with him and his pilots for the next six months until I went home from my first tour. After that, I didn’t see him again for 45 years until we met at the Vietnam Women’s Memorial on Veterans Day in 2013. We were married two years later.”

Colonel Moore also served his country well. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism, only second to the Medal of Honor, along with two Distinguished Flying Crosses, a Purple Heart and many other awards. He has also written a book, A Bullet Through the Helmet, about his experience.

Although some of Debby Moore’s experiences in Vietnam were extremely difficult, she never regretted her decision to serve. “In the encounters I had with those incredible men, I learned more about the human spirit than I ever learned in all of my sociology and psych classes, and rarely a day goes by without my being reminded of their bravery, fortitude, and sacrifice. Even now, more than fifty years later, I still ache for those men and the choices they had to make.” L

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Living the gluten-free life? Try Honey and Ivy bakery in Old Town Manassas!

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Yes, you can grab good food on the go!

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growing chain restaurant that specializes in poke bowls made its first foray into Fairfax County last month. Poke Bros. opened its new franchise in Lorton Marketplace at 9453 Lorton Market St., Suite 17.

“Most fast food options out there are the same old fried food,” Poke Bros founder Xue Gong Chen said in a press release.

“We’re proud that Poke Bros gives people something that’s quick and easy for lunch or dinner but with fresh, healthy ingredients and great flavor. Good food should be easy to grab on the go.”

Poke Bros was started in 2016 by Chen and two friends who first encountered the dish during a trip to California, according to its website. They opened the first restaurant in December of that year in Columbus, Ohio, with the goal of bringing “an inexpensive and accessible product” to the Midwest.

The fast-casual chain has now expanded to 72 locations in 13 states. The Lorton franchise is just the company’s second in Virginia, joining a location in Midlothian, and its first in the immediate D.C. area.

n April 2022, Emily Hamby started her venture of baking and selling cookies, cinnamon rolls, and other tasty treats at the Manassas Farmers Market after she moved to the area and wasn’t able to find any safe gluten free options.

When she saw the high demand for gluten free baked goods in Manassas, she decided to expand her reach and added the Haymarket Farmers Market to her list of growing customers.

The demand continued to grow as Honey and Ivy introduced new items, and requests that are hard to find within the gluten-free community. All of the menu items are gluten free, and many are vegan as well.

To keep up with the growing customer base, Hambley partnered with Morgan Ulisse to manage the cakes, cookies and custom orders. The duo have spent this past season working to grow the business, adding the weekly Clifton Farmers Market to their Manassas and Haymarket base and then, last month, they opened Honey and Ivy Gluten Free bakery at 9105 Center St. The first of its kind in the Prince William area, Honey and Ivy’s bakery offers a wide range of baked goods as well as coffee, houseplants, creations by local artists and more. If you’ve gone gluten-free, stop by and give it a try!

Leaders move ahead on $100M sports complex for Prince William County

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ast month, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors allocated funding to advance a proposed multimillion dollar indoor athletics facility. The facility, which could be the largest of its kind in Northern Virginia, would feature an indoor pool, a hydraulic running track and hard-surface courts. It’s projected to cost more than $100 million at a proposed location of 13505 Telegraph Road in Woodbridge along the Interstate 95 corridor.

The nearly $1 million the board voted to expend will allow recreation officials to begin talks with engineering firm MEB General Contractors to flesh out the proposal. It also accounts for an agreement reached with the site’s property owner, Belno, LLC, to further sale negotiations. According to staff documents, the land parcel could cost the county $16 million.

The proposal states the developer intends to meet with Prince William County Public Schools officials to provide opportunities to host sports competitions and events both on weekends and weekdays. Other youth sports groups, including wrestling and soccer, are also mentioned as potential users of the facility. Beyond sports, the developer said the complex could be used for events like conventions, trade shows, graduations and community meetings.

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