Catchin' Up On
Prince George County Government News
Prince George County, VA                                                 April 8, 2016
The Board of Supervisors will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 in the Board Room of the Administration Building.  A public hearing will be held at 7:30 on the tax rates for FY '17, which includes a four-cent increase on real estate.

A traveling exhibit featuring 'Vietnam Combat Art' will be on display at the Prince George Heritage Center through April 30 during normal business hours.

A community reception to meet Police Chief Keith Early will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 at the Disputanta Community Center.

The Prince George High School PTA will host its Annual Car Show Saturday, April 9 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

A 'Toddler Fair' will be held Saturday, April 9 at Scott Park and the Prince George Library from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

A Job Fair for those interested in driving a school bus will be held Saturday, April 9 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Prince George County School Board office.

The medical offices on Puddledock Road will hold its 'Second Annual Spring Fling' Saturday, April 9 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. This is a free community event.

A regional meeting on Seatbelt Safety will be held Monday, April 11 at 10 a.m. in the Emergency Operations Center.

The Extension Leadership Committee will meet at 12:00 Noon Monday, April 11 at the Prince George Library.

'Farm Day on the Bresco Farm' will be held Tuesday, April 12 at 9 a.m.

Virginia's Gateway Region will hold its 55th annual meeting beginning at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 14 at the Petersburg Country Club. 

County Officials Present Books as Part of County Government Education Week 
Board of Supervisors' Chairman Bill Robertson, District 2 Supervisor Donald Hunter & County Administrator Percy Ashcraft took part this week in presenting a book on local government to County elementary schools and Moore Middle School.  The book is entitled 'Kids Guide to Government' and the presentations were part of National Government Education week.
    Important Things to Know
  • Strong winds have kept emergency crews busy putting out numerous brush fires. Citizens are encouraged to adhere to the burn ban laws.

  • Soccer practices are now being played at the new Scott Park Field #3.
  • Registration for Summer 4-H Camp continues through the Office of Cooperative Extension.  Sign up information can be obtained by contacting Director Hermon Maclin at hmaclin@vt.edu.

  • An additional reception to meet new Police Chief Keith Early will be held Wednesday, April 20 at the Burrowsville Community Center.  Starting time is 7 p.m.

  • Utility Department will continue its Water Main Flushing April 11-15 in Beechwood Manor & Cedarwood subdivisions. 

  • Registration for the 2016 Citizens Academy will end May 16.  Classes will begin in June.

  • Kindergarten registration will be held April 14-15 & 18-19 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the school the child will attend this fall.

  • New lighting fixtures have been affixed to the poles at the entrance and exit at the Central Wellness Center, as well as the rear parking lot.  This was done to improve visibility and improve safety when entering and exiting the Center.

  • Prince George Promise is looking for a part-time coordinator to assist with daily operations of the child-based charity.  Contact Promise President Percy Ashcraft for further information at pashcraft@princegeorgecountyva.gov.

  • Utility repairs on Baxter Road will begin Monday, April 18.  Lane closures and delays are expected in that area until the repairs are completed.

     *Important BOS Budget Dates        

             April 12 - Public Hearing on Tax Rates at 7:30 p.m.

             April 26 - Public Hearing on Budget at 7:30 p.m.

             May 10 - Consideration of Budget adoption at 7 p.m.

* - All meetings are in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 6602 Courts Drive
Percy C. Ashcraft, County Administrator | Prince George County, VA | (804) 722-8600
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