Nestle Purina Kitty Litter Plant Continues to Increase Production and Sales
The Nestle Purina plant at Fontainebleau Industrial Park continues to be a bright spot in the County’s economic development effort.
Plant Manager McKenzie Browning told County Staff on February 9 that production and sales continue to be steady each quarter dating back 3-4 years. The Plant recently completed phase 1 of a $182 million expansion at the King William facility that produces cat litter. The expansion adds 138,000 feet of factory space and creates 20 new jobs.
Browning said employment has remained steady, with employees coming from all over the region.
Looking ahead, Browning said Nestle Purina wants to continue to be a strong corporate partner for the community. The company donated funds a few years ago to establish a dog park at the King William Recreation Park. In addition, the company has partnered with King William Public Schools and the Regional Animal Shelter.
King William is fortunate to have a staple in the business world within its borders. The company was founded in 1866.
Bay Transit Announces Service Change for Non-Profits & Civic Organizations
Bay Transit has notified County Administration of a change in its service delivery pertaining to non-profits and civic organizations.
The communication from Transit Director Ken Pollock on February 12 reads:
Dear Colleague:
Thank you for your ongoing support of Bay Transit over the years. We are proud to be your public transportation provider. I know that periodically you get requests from non-profits and civic organizations to facilitate Bay Transit providing them we free or discounted transportation for their event. We have tried to accommodate these requests as much as possible.
The Federal Transit Administration and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation have concluded that these trips fall into the category of charter service, and we are not a licensed charter provider. Therefore, we will no longer be allowed to provide these trips unless they are scheduled with a licensed charter service provider. We do sub-contract with VA Rides and can provide this service at the rate set by VA Rides.
We are still allowed to provide your locality with very limited free service for specific county or town government activities and encourage you to contact us if you need us. Please do not hesitate to call me at (804) 250-2019 if you have any questions.
Kind regards,
Ken Pollock
Transit Director Bay Aging
Permit Issuance Continues to be Brisk in King William Building Department
As most of the country has slowed down in both housing and commercial construction, King William County’s Building Department continues to be busy.
In January, 83 permits were issued at a total cost of construction of $484,266.36. Trade permits dominated the requests at 72, with nine additional for Building permits.
Ten certificates of occupancy were given for Single Family dwellings. There were 346 total building inspections and 19 plan reviews.
The County collected $12,437.54 in total fees for the month of January.
Happy Valentine’s Day
We all know there could be a little more love and consideration in the world today. As Valentine’s Day looms, here are some popular gifts for 2024:
- ‘A Year of Dates’ Cards
- Love Knot Stud Earrings
- Mini Cocotte with Heart Knob
- LEGO Flower Bouquet Building Kit
- ‘We’re Not Really Strangers’ Edition Card Game
- Wicker Picnic Basket Set
- Heart-Shaped Mini Waffle Maker
- Candle Warmer Lamp
- Essential Apron