Animal Control Officer M. Schultz responded to the 14000 block of Glenkirk Road in Gainesville for a stuck bird. He arrived to find a red-tailed hawk in need of rescue. Thanks to help from PWC Fire & Rescue, Officer Schultz was able to safely free the bird without causing further harm. The hawk has been transported to Blue Ridge Wildlife Center for further evaluation.
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The Prince William County Planning Commission will hear plans for a new Starbucks in the Princeton Woods neighborhood of Woodbridge. The proposed location for the Starbucks is at 17050 Richmond Highway, just south of the intersection with Pine Bluff Road.
This new development, covering about an acre, will include a drive-through facility as part of the restaurant. The company is applying for a special use permit to allow that drive-through lane.
The Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. at the Prince William County Government Center, 1 County Complex Court in Woodbridge.
The Manassas Park Governing Body will discuss its library policy during its meeting on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Proposed changes to the Manassas Park City Public Library aim to enhance library services and streamline policies.
Adjustments include updates to rules of conduct regarding food consumption in anticipation of a café opening, endorsement of collection development guidelines by the Library Advisory Board, and revised hotspot usage rules to accommodate patrons aged 13 and above.
Additionally, changes clarify consequences for hotspot misuse and eliminate outdated policies regarding photocopies and self-service renewals. The amendments also aim to simplify fee references and expand access to 3D printing for trained individuals. You can watch the meeting live.
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More Specialty Courts?
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors will discuss the enhancement and expansion of specialty courts at the Safe and Secure Communities briefing scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 2 p.m. Specialty courts focus on cases involving substance abuse, mental health issues, and provide tailored interventions to address the root causes of criminal behavior. The briefing will also touch on other public safety initiatives and the implementation of pretrial services aimed at improving the efficiency of the criminal justice system. The event is open to the public and will take place at the county government building, 1 County Complex Court in Woodbridge. Watch live.
