Boards & Commissions

Advisory Plans Examiner Board

The Advisory Plans Examiner Board was established to enable Prince William County to engage in an expedited plan review process and a plans examiner program; said Board shall advise the Board of County Supervisors of the general operation, participation qualifications, and continuing educational requirements of the plans examiner program.

Agricultural And Forestal Districts Advisory Committee

To advise the local governing body and the local Planning Commission on land use policies in relation to other land use actions that relate to the conservation and protection of agricultural and forestall lands in Prince William County (updated by County Attorney’s Office, March 13, 2014).

Animal Advisory Committee

To advise the Prince William Board of County Supervisors on improvements to policies, increase community outreach, seek outside grant funding for animal welfare initiatives, provide support as requested to Animal Control/Care Services, and make recommendations to the Board on programs, classes, and special events that will further assist Prince William County in providing the best possible animal welfare services to the community. [Full description contained in Resolution 09-696.]

Architectural Review Board

Administer County ordinance which delineates historical sites and adjacent historical districts. Review and approve certificates of appropriateness to erect, reconstruct, alter, or restore a building or structure, including signs, in Historical Overlay Districts. Reviews National Register nominations. Provides advice on historic preservation issues to the BOCS. Maintains the County’s “Certified Local Government” status provided by the Virginia Dept. of Historic Resources.

Board of Equalization

Act on appeals of real estate assessment from property owners.

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

Review and decide appeals of zoning determinations and variances to zoning provisions.

Building Code Appeals Board

Act on applications of appeal to Building Official’s decisions.

Cherry Hill Community Development Authority

The CDA is organized for the purpose of exercising all powers granted by the Act, including financing, funding, planning, establishing, acquiring, constructing or reconstructing, enlarging, equipping, operating and maintaining all or a portion of the infrastructure improvements generally described in the Petition to create the CDA, as amended by addendum to Petition. The CDA shall have all the powers granted to a “community development authority” under the Act. Creation of an Authority to provide public facilities and improvements within the District through a special assessment; established in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding in conformance with Prince William County’s Policy Guidelines for Approval of the Creation of a CDA, Res. No. 97-989 (December 2, 1997), as amended by Ord. No. 98-101 (December 15, 1998).

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Review Board

To uphold the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Regulations, which are designed to protect the Chesapeake Bay and adjoining area known as Resource Protection Areas. Each locality is required to create a board to process the non-administrative exceptions for encroachments into Resource Protection Areas.

Commercial Development Committee

To assist with Economic Development in Prince William County and develop recommendations to improve the development process for commercial projects.

Commission on Aging

Identify and promote better understanding of the problems of the aging in the County, Manassas, and Manassas Park; plan and promote programs meeting needs of elderly; serve in an advisory capacity to BOCS and Prince William Area Agency on Aging.

Community Criminal Justice Board

The purpose of the CCJB shall be to enable Prince William County and the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park in combination to facilitate the provision of court services, and community-based corrections programs consistent with the Comprehensive Community Corrections Act (CCCA) and Pretrial Services Act (PSA) pursuant to Section 53.1-183 et seq. and 19.2-152.2 et seq. of the Code of VA.

Community Policy and Management Team For Comprehensive Svcs Act- At-Risk Youth & Families

The General Assembly of Virginia has passed the Comprehensive Services Act for At-Risk Youth and Families which requires local governments to change the way they fund and provide services to at-risk youth and their families to achieve child-centered, family-focused, community-based services for these children and their families.

Community Services Board

The General Assembly of Virginia has passed the Comprehensive Services Act for At-Risk Youth and Families which requires local governments to change the way they fund and provide services to at-risk youth and their families to achieve child-centered, family-focused, community-based services for these children and their families.

DCSM / Zoning Ordinance Advisory Committee

Review and comment on existing regulations and recommended revisions to the Zoning Ordinance and the Design and Construction Standards Manual. Provide continuity between the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and the Design Construction Standards Manual.

Fire Prevention Code Appeals Board

Each governing body that enforces the Statewide Fire Prevention Code must establish a Local Board of Fire Prevention Code Appeals to hear appeals of the fire marshal’s decisions concerning the application of the Statewide Fire Prevention Code.

Heritage Hunt Commercial Community Development Authority

Creation of an Authority to provide public facilities and improvements within the District through a special assessment; established in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding in conformance with Prince William County’s Policy Guidelines for Approval of the Creation of a CDA, Res. No. 97-989 (December 2, 1997), as amended by Ord. No. 98-101 (December 15, 1998).

Historical Commission

Advise and assist BOCS in efforts to preserve and protect County historic sites and structures.

Housing Board, Prince William County

To establish a separate administrative Housing Board responsible for overseeing and directing the implementation of housing and community development programs administered by OHCD; expenditure of housing funds, as budgeted and appropriated by the BOCS; and the development of recommendations and goals to address housing needs in Prince William County; effective June 1, 2007, subject to Memorandum of Agreement and Housing Board Bylaws.

Human Rights Commission

To ensure protection and enforcement of human and civil rights for County citizens by the elimination of and provisions of remedies for discriminatory practices.

Industrial Development Authority

Promote industry and develop trade by inducing business to locate or remain in State and County.

Investment Oversight Committee

Monitor the performance and structure of Prince William County’s investment portfolio.

Jail Board, Prince William / Manassas Regional

Establish policy for operation of Regional Adult Detention Center, providing care and confinement for all County and City prisoners.

Joint Recreation Center Advisory Board

Provide operational and policy advice to George Mason University. George Mason University operates this facility.

Lake Jackson Sanitary District Advisory Committee

To provide advice and recommendations to the Board of County Supervisors on the operation of the Lake Jackson Sanitary District and any service district that may be created for the maintenance of roads in Lake Jackson.

Library Board

Provide guidance and direction on the management of the library system.

LoSAP Volunteer Advisory Board

In July 1997, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors endorsed a Length of Service Award Program (LoSAP) for the benefit of certified volunteer fire department and volunteer emergency medical services personnel who are members of the participating volunteer companies.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission shall advise the Board of County Supervisors and Prince William County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism on matters relating to the provision of parks and recreation services to the residents of Prince William County. In doing so, the Commission may be asked to consult with and advise the County Executive and the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Director. In providing advice and consultation, the Commission shall work closely with the citizens of the community to understand and interpret their needs and desires relating to parks and recreation services.

Persons With Disabilities, PWC Committee For

To act in an advisory capacity to provide a central focus and coordination in reviewing all disability related issues brought before the County Government.

Planning Commission

Accomplish objectives of Code of Virginia with respect to county planning, and serve in an advisory capacity to BOCS.

Prince William County Arts Council

The Council shall promote and support local artists and arts organizations and enlighten and educate audiences about the arts in Prince William County, the City of Manassas, and the City of Manassas Park, hereinafter referred to as the Greater Prince William Area.

Prince William County Service Authority

Provide water and sewer utilities to County residents.

Prince William County Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will focus on making recommendations to the Prince William Board of County Supervisors for a Community Energy / Sustainability Master Plan.

Prince William County Trails And Blueways Council

The Council’s purpose is to serve as an advisory group to the BOCS, and shall support development and growth of trails and blueways within Prince William County. Other services may include, but not limited to, the following: publicity, promotion, and community outreach.

Prince William Parkway District Advisory Board

To advise the Parkway District Commission on matters affecting the District.

Racial and Social Justice Commission

The Racial and Social Justice Commission will initially examine the state of racial and social justice for people of color in the areas of policing, the provision of government services, and public education, subject to the establishment of a partnership with the Prince William School System.

Regional – Bull Run Alcohol Safety Action Program (ASAP)

The Policy Board shall be generally responsible for directing the Bull Run ASAP Program; ensuring program service; adhering to the policies of the Commission on VASAP; approving an annual budget, audit, and report; and overseeing the Director on matters of program activities, finances, personnel, and problem areas.

Regional – Fairfax County Water Authority

Provide utilities to residents of Fairfax County.

Regional – Health Center Commission, Northern Virginia

To develop and establish policies for the operation of a nursing home.

Regional – Health Systems Agency of Northern Virginia

Plan for orderly development of health care facilities in Northern Virginia, principally hospitals and nursing homes.

Regional – Hylton Performing Arts Center Executive Board

To advise the Hylton Performing Arts Center on matters affecting Prince William County.

Regional – Innovation Owners’ Association Board Of Directors

The Board of Directors is responsible for managing the business affairs of the Innovation Owner’s Association. Based on the Articles of Incorporation, PWC would continue to have (3) members on the Board of Directors.

Regional – Manassas Regional Airport Commission

Manage the Manassas Regional Airport by overseeing the operation and maintenance of existing and future facilities to ensure the enforcement of the Minimum Standards and the Rules and Regulations of the Airport as adopted and subsequently amended, and to discharge the responsibilities as delegated by the City Council.

Regional – Northern Virginia Community College Board

The community college board shall act in an advisory capacity to the State Board and shall perform such duties as may be delegated to it by the State Board for Community Colleges. In general, the board is responsible for assuring that the community college is responsive to the needs existing within its service region within the statewide policies, procedures, and regulations of the State Board.

Regional – People Incorporated – Board Of Directors

Community Action Agencies were created through the Federal Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. They were formed to address poverty in communities and to help low income families achieve economic stability or to reduce the impact of poverty on these families. These agencies come together in partnership known as Community Action Partnerships (CAP). The Prince William Board of County Supervisors designated People Incorporated of Virginia as the Greater Prince William Community Action Agency in order to use Community Services block grant funding to leverage grants and loans for projects and programs meant to enhance the self-sufficiency of low-income people. The People Incorporated Board of Directors makes policy decisions and is an important connection between the counties and cities that it serves.

Regional – Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission

To develop and implement the transportation plan on a regional basis.

Regional – Stafford Regional Airport Authority

To acquire, construct, maintain and operate an airport.

Regional – Upper Occoquan Service Authority (UOSA)

Acquire, finance, construct, operate, and maintain facilities for abatement of pollution resulting from sewage in Occoquan watershed above its confluence with Bull Run.

Route 234 Bypass Transportation Improvement District Advisory Board

To advise the Route 234 Bypass Transportation District Commission on matters affecting the District.

Social Services Advisory Board

o interest itself in all matters pertaining to the public assistance and social services need by people of PWC. Monitor the formulation and implementation of public and social services programs. Meet with local gov’t official or his/her designee who constitutes the local Board at least 4 times a year for purpose of making policy recommendations on policy matters concerning the dept. Promote a positive image of the department through advocacy and education for the community. Act as a conduit from citizens to the members of the BOCS on needs for social services within the community. Provide input to BOCS on adoption of four-year County Strategic Plan. Provide input to the Director of Social Services on annual budget recommendations to CXO as part of the budget process. Present annual report concerning the administration of the public assistance and social services programs. Recommend two members to serve on the County Executive’s hiring panel for selection of Social Services Director. Submit to BOCS other reports the Advisory Board deems appropriate.

Solid Waste Advisory Group

To provide input into the analysis to determine and evaluate solid waste management policies and procedures. Give citizen input for monitoring and improving the effectiveness of the County’s landfill operations.

Supplemental Retirement Program for Police Officers and Salaried Fire and Rescue Department Personnel – Board Of Trustees

Taxicab Review Board

To consider and act upon applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and appeals from actions to the Taxicab Inspector’s Office; and to review and update Chapter 27 of the Taxicab Ordinance.

Tourism Industry Advisory Board

The Advisory Board is comprised of eleven members who represent the interests of local tourism industry organizations and stakeholders within Prince William County and shall advise the BOCS, the County Executive and the Director of the Prince William County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism on matters related to promoting Prince William County as a tourism destination in accordance with Virginia Code Section 58.1-3819. The Advisory Board shall assist staff in the Prince William County Office of Tourism in identifying and securing new tourism opportunities.

Towing Ordinance Advisory Board

The Board of County Supervisors is required to appoint an advisory board to advise the governing body with regard to the appropriate provisions of towing regulations.

VA OPEB Master Trust – Finance Board

Virginia Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Master Trust for the purpose of accumulating and investing assets to fund various medical benefits plans as set forth in the Trust Agreement; in compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) 45. According to Section 15.2-1547, VA Code, the governing body shall create a Finance Board to serve as trustee of the trust

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission was created and established on January 12, 2021, to work with veterans of the U.S. armed forces and their families, members of the community interested in veterans’ issues, and other veterans organizations working with and serving veterans of the U.S. armed forces to identify areas or issues of importance and/or concerns to the veterans community. The Veterans Commission will be encouraged to report such findings to the Board and make recommendation as it deems necessary and/or appropriate on how best to address veterans’ issues and concerns.
The Veterans Commission shall serve as an advisory group to the BOCS that advocates for issues related to veterans and their families.
Commission is coterminous and serves at the pleasure of the Board.

Virginia Career Works Northern Region

The Workforce Investment Act was signed into federal law in August 1998. The Act required nationwide implementation by July 1, 2000. The Commonwealth then enacted legislation creating the Virginia Workforce Council and a process for appointing members to local Workforce Development Boards (WDBs). The members appointed to represent Prince William County on the Northern Virginia Workforce Investment Area (NVWIA) will be responsible for establishing a workforce development system that cuts across state and local agency lines to deliver customer driven service through universal access. The new Workforce Development System promotes sustained growth by meeting the demand of businesses for a skilled workforce and delivers quality services to every Northern Virginia resident.

Virginia Gateway Community Development Authority

Creation of an Authority to provide public facilities and improvements within the District through a special assessment; established in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding in conformance with Prince William County’s Policy Guidelines for Approval of the Creation of a CDA.

Weapons Control Committee

Study requests of the Board of County Supervisors and citizens relevant to the Weapons Control Ordinance.

Wetlands Board

Review and approve all (nonexempt) construction activities proposed for intertidal area. Appeal of Board decisions made to Virginia Marine Resources Commission.