Noreen C. Slater

Candidate for City Council

Age: 55

Residence: Manassas Park.

Education: BA, political science, Marymount College; graduate work, Virginia Commonwealth University.

Occupation: Part-time administrator, Home Health Agency; retired director of social services, City of Manassas Park.

Elected offices/civic activities: Member, Manassas Park City Council, Manassas/Manassas Park Disability Services Board, Manassas Park 15th, 25th and 30th anniversary committees.

What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction? "Keeping vision and momentum. The current council has improved government efficiency, effectiveness, customer service; installed sidewalks throughout the city; initiated major street renovations and water supply projects; attracted a major developer to build Park Center; supported schools to the level that Manassas Park schools are among the finest in Virginia in facilities, test scores and cultural/athletic achievement; right-sized city staffing; tackled the issues of code enforcement and overcrowding; substantially improved city facilities; and reduced taxes. This vision and momentum of moving forward yet reducing taxes is crucial as the city approaches buildout."

Why should voters elect you? "My pride in Manassas Park is strong; my commitment steadfast; my vision for the city sensible and sound. On the council, I help achieve positive results."

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E-mail address: ncs88@aol.com