Upcoming Events
Saturday, July 25th
Community Conversation #1 with Colin Turner: Your Voice, Your City
What to Expect
Community Conversations with Colin Turner are informal listening sessions designed to give residents an opportunity to share ideas, ask questions, and discuss the issues shaping Manassas.
Each event focuses on one priority facing our city. There are no speeches or presentations, just honest conversation about where we are today and where we want to go together.
Whether you have a concern, a suggestion, or simply want to listen, everyone is welcome.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Location: Harris Pavilion, Old Town Manassas
Bring a lawn chair if you'd like to stay awhile. Bottled water will be provided.
Discussion Topics
Emergency alerts and public notifications
City communications and social media
Public meetings and transparency
How residents want to receive information
Ideas for improving communication between City Hall and the community
Why Attend?
Good government starts with good communication.
Colin believes residents should have a meaningful voice in the decisions affecting their neighborhoods—not just during elections, but year-round. Community Conversations are designed to listen first, build relationships, and help shape practical solutions together.
Saturday, August 22nd
Community Conversation #2 with Colin Turner: Preserving Our Character
What to Expect
Community Conversation #2 focuses on one of the issues residents care most about: preserving the character and history that make Manassas unique.
From historic neighborhoods and community landmarks to thoughtful redevelopment, this conversation is an opportunity to discuss how our city can continue to grow while protecting the places and traditions that define it.
Whether you're passionate about preservation, interested in future development, or simply want to share your perspective, everyone is welcome.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 22
Time: 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Location: Annaburg Manor Plaza
Bring a lawn chair if you'd like to stay awhile. Bottled water will be provided.
Discussion Topics
Historic preservation priorities
Protecting neighborhood character
Growth and redevelopment in historic areas
The future of community landmarks
Balancing progress while preserving Manassas' identity
Why Attend?
Growth and preservation don't have to compete, they can complement one another.
Colin believes the best decisions are made with community input. This conversation is an opportunity to share ideas, discuss challenges, and help shape a future that honors Manassas' history while planning responsibly for the generations ahead.
Saturday, October 3rd
Community Conversation #3 with Colin Turner: Planning for Manassas’ Growth
What to Expect
Community Conversation #3 explores one of the biggest questions facing Manassas: How do we plan for growth while protecting our quality of life?
As our city continues to attract new investment and development, residents deserve a voice in the conversations surrounding infrastructure, utilities, transportation, and long-term planning. This discussion is an opportunity to share ideas, ask questions, and talk about how Manassas can prepare for the future before challenges become problems.
Whether you're concerned about traffic, utility capacity, data centers, or the pace of growth, your perspective matters.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 3
Time: 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Location: Manassas Museum Lawn
Bring a lawn chair if you'd like to stay awhile. Bottled water will be provided.
Discussion Topics
Infrastructure and utility planning
Data centers and economic development
Traffic, roads, and transportation
Planning for growth before problems arise
Balancing investment with quality of life
Why Attend?
Growth is inevitable. Smart planning is a choice.
Colin believes Manassas should make decisions proactively—not reactively. This conversation is about ensuring our infrastructure keeps pace with growth, protecting taxpayers, and making thoughtful decisions that benefit both today's residents and future generations.