http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,96,0,0,html PEC works to help citizens in Fauquier build better communities and protect cherished resources--scenic views, working farms, historic heritage, clean water, and healthy air. http://pecva.org/_images/logos/pec/Logo336633-113x82-5bit.gif http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,96,0,0,html Piedmont Environmental Council 60 en At the Board of Supervisors meeting on Dec. 8, 2011 the Village of Catlett proposal was finally turned down and a vote on the Mintbrook proposal was delayed for 90 days. Read more in a quick update from Diana Norris. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,4269,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,4269,-1,html Learn about two sprawling developments proposed in Southern Fauquier from PEC's new Fauquier Field Officer Diana Norris. Send a letter to the Board of Supervisors before the Dec 8th public hearing. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,4256,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,4256,-1,html Tri-County Feeds is generously donating a portion of proceeds from their new line of horse feed to the Goose Creek Association and PEC. Learn more about the special feed and how it will benefit both horses and conservation efforts in the Piedmont. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,4060,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,4060,-1,html View maps of protected lands, historic districts, scenic byways, and more. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,181,3720,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,181,3720,-1,html The Fauquier County Planning Commission will consider proposed changes to the sign ordinance at their work session on Thursday, March 31, 2011 in the Warren Green Building in Warrenton. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3373,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3373,-1,html (Fauquier) Seven cell towers have been proposed along the railroad track along Thoroughfare Gap and into The Plains. Learn more about the towers proposed for this historic area and attend the information meeting on November 29th at 6pm. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3365,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3365,-1,html Join Fauquier County on October 5 from 7-9pm to review the proposed Opal Service District Plan and provide recommendations for changes given investments being made to the US 15/29 and US 17 interchange and surrounding roadway network. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3357,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3357,-1,html (Fauquier) The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 30th at 6:30pm to consider an updated draft of the plan and is seeking public comments. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3354,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3354,-1,html As part of the Sesquicentennial, the Library of Virginia will be electronically recording historic documents related to the Civil War. Find out how you can participate in this project to digitally record history in Fauquier County. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3268,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3268,-1,html As part of a plan to increase water quality across the state of Virginia, DCR and DEQ seek public participation at public meetings beginning May 4 for the development of a Total Maximum Daily Load Implementation Plan for Browns, Craig, and Marsh Runs. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3007,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,3007,-1,html PEC has retained the services of a national expert on access management to help Fauquier County improve traffic flow on Route 29 from Warrenton to Prince William County. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2990,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2990,-1,html The Purchase of Development Rights program is a voluntary program that pays farmers for eliminating development rights on their land. The programs helps working farms and reduces the need for expensive county services in the rural area in the future. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,459,2902,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,459,2902,-1,html Learn more about the proposed changes to the Village of Catlett, Calverton & Midland Comprehensive Plan to be addressed by the Board of Supervisors at their meeting on October 14, 2010. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2887,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2887,-1,html Fauquier County is considering zoning changes to the current regulations on horse activities. Learn how this would affect equestrian activities in Fauquier and attend the Board meeting on Thursday, February 18th at 7pm. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,459,2797,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,459,2797,-1,html A 225+ home development has been applied for in Catlett. The proposed subdivision would increase congestion and sprawl on Rt. 28. Find out more. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2777,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2777,-1,html Learn more about the proposed cell tower extension on a a tower near Delaplane. This item is scheduled to appear before the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors at a public hearing on February 18, 2010 at 7pm. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2540,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2540,-1,html Learn more about the 310-home White Marsh Development proposed for 97 acres north to Liberty High School in Bealeton. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2502,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2502,-1,html Learn more about the proposed Springs Valley Rural Historic District--which contains 7,510 acres of land just southwest of Warrenton. DHR will meet to consider this nomination at 10am on September 17th in Richmond.--MEETING CANCELLED http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,459,2464,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,459,2464,-1,html Read more about a proposed 117 ft cell tower on Elmores Lane, near Dumfries Road in Warrenton. The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on this proposal on Thursday, May 28, 2009. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2287,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,463,2287,-1,html As Fauquier County celebrates its 250th Anniversary, PEC is celebrating 37 years in Fauquier. Read about our contributions and highlights in Fauquier since 1972. http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,181,2189,-1,html http://www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,181,2189,-1,html