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Prince William County Department of Development Services issued changes to its building requirements for new data centers.
Data center design plans will be required to include all areas of new structures to meet the VUSBC minimum requirements for occupancy. Areas in the building not designated for immediate use shall require design plans for either Storage (S-1) Use Group or Business (B) Use Group, to meet the VUSBC minimum requirements.
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SES, a global satellite connectivity and content provider, will consolidate offices in a new facility in Gainesville and establish its U.S. technology and operations hub.
The Prince William County Department of Economic Development competed with Maryland and Washington, D.C. for the project, which will create more than 200 new jobs and includes a $17 million investment from SES to expand its operations.
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Prince William County Department of Development Services announced a series of enhancements to ePortal, a system business owners use to obtain permits. The changes will begin Monday, April 26.
Over the last six months, Building Development Division staff have dedicated time and resources to develop new digital assets and online services for customers, delivering on the Power of ePortal, which improves communications across organizational boundaries, reduces administrative burdens, leading to quicker decision-making and increased productivity, according to a press release.
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Main Street America (MSA) recently announced the recipients of the Main Street Resiliency Grant Program. Nine Accredited MSA programs – including Historic Manassas, Inc. – and one Coordinating Program were awarded $8,500 to fund solutions that creatively navigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“These grant recipients demonstrate the creativity and entrepreneurial thinking that have historically driven successful revitalization on Main Street and will be key to navigating recovery,” said Patrice Frey, Main Street America’s President and CEO. “I’m inspired by the innovative projects these communities have proposed, and I know they will serve as models and sources of inspiration for Main Street programs across the country as they enter the next phase of reopening”
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Rebecca Barnes is the publisher of Prince William Living and Brides and Weddings magazines. A lifelong resident of Prince William County, he’s also the founder of Give-Back Prince William, a non-profit focused on improving county residents’ quality of life.
We asked her five random questions.
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Snare has served as the Senior Director of Operations and Government Affairs since April 2020, and as Director of Communications and Government Relations since April 2018.
Prince William Chamber President and CEO Debbie Jones, stated “From the beginning of his Chamber career, Ross has proven his leadership ability. His fresh and innovated ideas have provided numerous new and exciting programs and events. His quick thinking of creating a daily COVID Alert email, a year ago, proved to be a lifeline and amazing resource to all businesses in our region. Ross is dedicated to our members and our community. He is passionate about advocating for a pro-business environment. I am excited to continue to work closely with Ross in his new role, as we move the Prince William Chamber to the next level.”
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On March 29, Chancellor Internal Medicine joined Mary Washington Medical Group and became the newest of 12 office locations for Mary Washington Primary Care.
Hong Nguyen, MD, and Lynne Clemo, MD, along with Mara Cate, PA-C, Melanie Ward, FNP-C, and Melanie Wiest, ANP-BC, will continue to provide care. In addition, Tahanie Osman, MD, will join the practice team, offering the community expanded access to healthcare services. Patients can expect a seamless transition as the practice will continue providing care in the same location.
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The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its 30th annual business awards at the newly-opened Fredericksburg Nationals baseball stadium, at 42 Jackie Robinson Way in Fredericksburg.
Each year, the awards aim to celebrate the strength of the region’s business community andhonor those who have made a difference in the community. The theme for the awards show is “A Million Dreams – Waking Up from 2020.”