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Occoquan Awarded $15,000 State Grant to Transform Downtown Eyesore into Public Park

By Uriah Kiser

The Town of Occoquan has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Commonwealth of Virginia to help revitalize its downtown through the creation of a new public space—Mill Street Pocket Park.

The grant, announced Friday morning by Governor Glenn Youngkin, is part of a broader $5.4 million package awarded to 30 communities across the state. Funding comes through the Virginia Main Street (VMS) program, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. The initiative aims to strengthen local economies by supporting the transformation of underused spaces, growing small businesses, and revitalizing commercial districts.

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Woodbridge Notes: State of the Parks Event, New Dumfries Gym, and Water Academy Award

By Uriah Kiser
L-R, Susan D. Pekarek, NACWA’s Award Committee Chair pictured with Michelle Miranda, Community Engagement Manager and Calvin D. Farr, General Manager & CEO, both with Prince William Water

The latest Woodbridge Notes highlights key community updates, including the 2025 State of the Parks event on February 13 at Chinn Park Regional Library, where residents can learn about upcoming projects and initiatives in Prince William County parks. In Dumfries, Workout Anytime is set to open the same day, with Gary Wortham Jr. as general manager, bringing his passion for fitness and community building. Additionally, Prince William Water’s Water Academy has won a National Environmental Achievement Award for its efforts in educating the public on clean water initiatives. Stay informed with the latest local developments and events.

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As Data Centers Expand, Prince William County Looks to Future Water Solutions

By Uriah Kiser

As Prince William County grows, officials highlight the need for new water sources to meet future demand. A primary concern is the expansion of data centers, which have become a significant consumer of water.

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County Water Service Customers to See Name Change

By Uriah Kiser

On July 1, 2024, the Prince William County Service Authority will officially rebrand as Prince William Water to reflect its mission better and enhance its environmental messaging.

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Service Authority Names Science & Engineering Fair Winners

By Uriah Kiser

The Prince William County Service Authority has recently recognized the achievements of 11 middle and high school students from Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park for their outstanding submissions in the 2024 Prince William-Manassas Regional Science & Engineering Fair.

Teaming up annually with Prince William County Schools, the Service Authority reviews water- and wastewater-related projects in the Science & Engineering Fair, singling out exceptional endeavors for Service Authority Organizational Awards. The winners of this year’s student competition were presented with cash prizes and accolades during the May 9 Service Authority Board of Directors meeting.

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Service Authority begins annual spring water system flushing

By Amelia Breeden

Prince William County Service Authority: From late March until mid-May 2024, Prince William County Service Authority personnel and trucks will be at various locations throughout our service area to perform the annual water system flushing.

Crews will open fire hydrants in brief intervals to forcefully draw water through our network of pipes and dislodge sediments and minerals that may have collected during the year.

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Water Art Invitational will highlight local high school students

By Amelia Breeden

Prince William County Service Authority: “The Prince William County Service Authority will host its 2024 Water Art Invitational Awards Ceremony on Thursday, March 14, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This year’s ceremony will be held at Forest Park High School, 15721 Forest Park Drive, in Woodbridge.”

“Doors open at 5 p.m. to explore the gallery of 154 pieces of student artwork submitted for this year’s Water Art Invitational. The Awards Ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m.”

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Prince William County Service Authority $200 Million Mooney Water Reclamation Facility upgrade underway

By Uriah Kiser

The start of the construction for the H.L. Mooney Advanced Water Reclamation Facility-Wide Improvements Project, known as the Mooney Design-Build Project, signals a significant milestone for the Prince William County Service Authority.

With an investment nearing $200 million, this multi-year initiative is poised to revolutionize the plant’s wastewater treatment processes, paving the way for enhanced operational resiliency.

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