Prince William County is a governmental entity in Virginia dedicated to serving its residents and fostering a community of choice. The county government encompasses various departments that provide a wide range of services. The Department of Social Services focuses on transforming lives through safety, support, and self-sufficiency, offering public assistance, child and adult protective services, SNAP, Medicaid, and temporary assistance. The Department of Public Works aims to create and sustain an optimal environment for living, working, and playing by protecting natural resources and enforcing codes. Their services include construction, environmental management, neighborhood services, and solid waste management. Additionally, Prince William County is home to organizations like ACTS (Action in Community Through Service), which addresses critical needs such as hunger, homelessness, domestic violence, and sexual assault through various programs and volunteer efforts. The Planning Office focuses on innovative land use planning to support an equitable, sustainable, and vibrant community, managing divisions for business services, community planning, countywide planning, and land use review. The county government's overarching vision is to have elected leaders, staff, and citizens work together to make Prince William County a desirable place to live, work, and play.
