September 2031 is the 250th anniversary of George Washington and the Compte de Rochambeau marching with the American and French armies through Prince William County on the way to Yorktown. They followed essentially the route of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (PHNST) between the Occoquan River and Chopawamsic Creek. A significant part of that … Read more
A stakeholder presentation on the Powells Creek Crossing was held on March 4. Construction has been scheduled so Phase 1 can be completed with the $9 million provided by the 2019 bond issue. The crossing will include a mix of floating platforms, boardwalks, and bridges. Some overlooks will be 20′ above the water:“Located at the … Read more
The Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail is a unit in the National Park Service system, but the Federal government defers to local agencies to define the route and manage the trail. The Prince William Board of County Supervisors (BOCS) will make the route decision that when it approves the Trails Master Plan. The Planning Commission … Read more
In the 7:00pm meeting of the February 10, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors will receive a presentation on the inital draft of the FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) prepared by the County Executive. Public Comment time is scheduled after the CIP presentation. (The 2:00pm meeting agenda includes an update on the new Department … Read more