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Manassas council approves new mayor and council salaries after debate; measure passes 4‑2
Summary
After public discussion and a public hearing reference from July, the Manassas City Council approved an ordinance setting council pay at $34,000 and the mayor's pay at $37,000 effective July 1, 2027; the motion passed 4‑2. The mayor and two council members opposed the increase.
The Manassas City Council voted Sept. 8 to revise elected‑official compensation, approving an ordinance that sets councilmember pay at $34,000 annually and sets the mayor’s pay at $37,000; the change is scheduled to take effect July 1, 2027 (the first July after the next general election cycle).
The salary question returned to council after an advertised public hearing on July 28 and a staff memorandum that presented two advertised options: keep…
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