A long-time advocate for the City of Manassas, Jill Spall currently serves as Chair of the Manassas City School Board, where she has worked to strengthen public education through responsible budgeting, collaboration, and long-term planning. Her commitment to Manassas has always been rooted in service—not politics. She believes in listening first, building consensus, and making thoughtful decisions that improve the quality of life for every resident.
Background & Qualifications:
As Chair of the Manassas City School Board, Jill has:
- Led the Board through strategic planning, fiscal stewardship, and collaborative governance..
- Helped deliver the new Jennie Dean Elementary School on time and on budget while overseeing other major capital investments that support our city’s continued growth.
- Guided successful initiatives to expand Career and Technical Education, strengthen advanced academic opportunities, launch innovative alternative education pathways, and improve student outcomes.
Jill is experienced in managing public budgets, negotiating complex priorities, and building consensus among elected officials, staff, community partners, and residents.
Jill is an active participant on local and regional committees focused on education, workforce development, legislative advocacy, and long-range planning, working to ensure Manassas remains competitive and prepared for the future.
Jill is a long-time community volunteer committed to preserving Manassas’ history while helping shape thoughtful, responsible growth for the next generation.
Priorities & Values:
Strong Schools, Strong Community: Our schools are one of Manassas’ greatest assets. Jill will continue advocating for excellent educational opportunities because strong schools strengthen neighborhoods, attract businesses, and support property values.
Responsible Growth & Infrastructure: Growth should be intentional and sustainable. We must ensure roads, utilities, parks, public safety, and other city services keep pace with development so our quality of life remains strong.
Economic Opportunity: Supporting local businesses, attracting new employers, and expanding our commercial tax base will create jobs, strengthen our economy, and help reduce the tax burden on residents.
Transparent, Collaborative Leadership: Jill believes government works best when it is open, accountable, and focused on solutions rather than politics. Residents deserve leaders who listen, communicate honestly, and work together to solve problems.
Why Vote for Jill:
Manassas doesn’t need someone who is simply passionate about our future—we need someone who has already demonstrated the ability to lead through complex challenges and deliver meaningful results.
As Chair of the School Board, Jill has made difficult budget decisions, overseen major capital projects, built consensus among diverse stakeholders, and earned the trust of colleagues through preparation, transparency, and collaboration. Those experiences have prepared her to contribute immediately on City Council.
Jill believes the next chapter for Manassas requires leaders who can connect education, economic development, infrastructure, housing, and public safety into one long-term vision. She brings both public-sector governance and private-sector business experience, along with a proven record of turning plans into accomplishments.
If elected, Jill will bring thoughtful leadership, financial discipline, and a collaborative approach that keeps our city moving forward while protecting the character and values that make Manassas home.
