Politics & Government

Manassas Interim Mayor Elected: Report

The Manassas City Council has elected an interim mayor to serve until 2028.

MANASSAS, VA – Manassas City Councilman Ralph Smith will serve as the city’s interim mayor, according to a report.

The Prince William Times reports that Smith, 82, was unanimously elected during the City Council’s Monday evening meeting. He will serve until a special election for the next mayor is held in November 2027.

Former Mayor Michelle Parks (formerly Michelle Davis-Younger) resigned as of the end of September.

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