Safety in the built environment is an essential component of maintaining public health, making Building Safety Month in May more relevant now than ever before.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Building Safety Month. The campaign, “Safer Buildings, Safer Communities, Safer World,” highlights the importance of building codes for providing a strong and resilient built environment. Regularly updated codes ensure that our residential and business communities are protected in the face of natural disasters.
Today, with many residents staying at home, they can trust that they are in a safe environment, thanks to the state and county codes upheld by the Prince William County Department of Development Services, the lead development services agency, and its local industry, business and utility partners.
Wade Hugh, Director, Department of Development Services, Prince William County said: “We’re in the business of assisting customers with their projects while at the same time ensuring the safety of the public and the protection of the natural environment. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Building Safety and Maintaining a Healthy Work Environment, has forged innovation that is more technology-driven.”
“To date we have more online connectivity to our employees and customers, than ever before, with brand new services, such as: a dedicated COVID-19 Response webpage; a brand new Customer Electronic Plan Review (ePlan) Guide; Remote Video for Construction Inspections and for Special Inspections a COVID-19 Self Certification form which now includes the installation of gas appliances, solar panels, and car chargers; Temporary Signs usage reminder; and Customer Service E-Bulletins to share important changes from County agencies and partners.” added Hugh.
The Department is charged with helping customers navigate the myriad of rules, regulations and policies in the most efficient and timely manner possible during the commercial development process. These efforts contribute to the success of the customer and the success of the community.
The county is interested in hearing ideas for improvement in the commercial development process. If you have thoughts or ideas you’d like to share, please contact us at [email protected] or visit pwcgov.org.
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ARTfactory and Birmingham Green made headlines in Manassas this week. ARTfactory’s Rooftop Productions, now Actors Theatre, won seven awards at the 2024 DC Broadway World Awards, including Best Musical for Kinky Boots and Best Choreography for The Rocky Horror Show. ARTfactory’s Pied Piper Theatre also earned recognition, winning Best Theatre for Young Audiences for its production of The Wizard of Oz.
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Now, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell says modern day voters are sick and tired of voting every year.
A Manassas man was sentenced today to 18 years in prison for providing drugs and alcohol to a child in exchange for sex acts and possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) depicting the same victim as well as other children.
According to court documents, Olajide Benjamin Ayilaran, 24, met a 14-year-old girl during the summer of 2023 and began communicating with the victim via iMessage. In the messages, Ayilaran offered to provide the victim drugs, alcohol, and nicotine products in exchange for sex acts. Between at least Nov. 21, 2023, and Feb. 29, 2024, Ayilaran met the victim nine times, usually in the morning before the victim went to school, to exchange the products for sexual acts. Ayilaran would wait for the victim in his car in a nearby park. When the victim arrived, he gave her the drugs and alcohol and then had the victim perform sex acts on him in the car.
Travel to French soil and join us for a night filled with two of the most beloved French traditions—no plane ticket required! ?
On January 25th, we invite you to experience the magic of Galette des Rois, a 700-year-old tradition celebrated across France throughout the entire month of January (and even beyond!). This sweet, almond-filled puff pastry topped with a golden crown isn’t just a treat—it’s a celebration! The lucky person who finds the fève (a porcelain charm hidden in one of the slices) becomes the King or Queen for the Day, and don’t worry—there will be plenty of royalty to go around! ??
But that’s not all! In France, Les Voeux (New Year’s wishes) continue throughout January, often accompanied by Champagne and good cheer. We’re bringing that festive spirit to you, with a lively evening packed with French food, wine, and music.
What’s in store:
Experience the passion and drama of Puccini’s “The Girl from the Golden West”.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra,
this performance brings Puccini’s masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast.
