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Manassas council signals no appetite to preserve Old Dean; asks for archaeological review before public forum
Summary
Council members told the school board they do not support preserving the Old Dean building in its current condition and urged staff to complete an archaeological survey before holding a public forum; a 2024 special‑use‑permit (SUP) discussion was cited that contemplates removal within 18 months of the new school opening.
City of Manassas council members and the Manassas School Board discussed the future of the historic Old Dean school building during a joint work session on March 26, with council leaders urging caution and an archaeological survey before any public forum and signaling little support for preserving the structure in its present condition.
Council members repeatedly told the school board they do not want the division to hold a public forum on April 22 regarding Old Dean until city staff completes an archaeological review. Councilmember Tom O'Cena (Ocina) summarized an SUP amendment he sponsored and said the existing…
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