— GREAT VIDEO PODCAST INTERVIEW highlighting the importance of my HEALTHCARE and BUSINESS background during COVID-19 response and recovery, and how our family passion for BEES, and NATIVE PLANTS play into our future SUSTAINABILITY plans. Thank you to Mike Allers Jr., Manassas City resident, teacher, and journalist, Bearing Drift, for inviting me on your show this week! Continue reading IN THE NEWS: Theresa’s 30 years in healthcare + business key to COVID-19 response + recovery.

BEE AWARE! Councilwoman Theresa Ellis introduces her Theresa Ellis 3rd Annual Shadow for a Day Series 2020 (virtual) program. Watch + Shadow BEEKEEPER George Ellis, Manassas, plus Jim Gehlsen, President Manassas Regional Beekeepers Association. BEE Prepared — Theresa Ellis Shadow for a Day with Beekeepers is a comprehensive introduction to bees, and honey beekeeping with experts from the @Prince William Regional Beekeepers Association (PWRBA). Special … Continue reading Shadow for a Day | Beekeepers

— By: Theresa Coates Ellis I visited this business in the shut down phase. Sam, the owner visited me during my campaign kick-off and later told me he applied for the city grant and was grateful for the help. Sam and family go above and beyond for their clients. Thank you for great customer service to our City of Manassas residents. Make sure to visit … Continue reading Small Business Recovery: VIP Nails

— By: Theresa Coates Ellis — WE’RE IN THE NEWS! El Imparcial newspaper! The article talks about the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The main objective is to recognize the contributions and essential presence of both Hispanic and Latin Americans to the United States and to appreciate their native heritage and contributing culture. Found in your local restaurants and stores. #TheresaYourMayor2020 #ManassasTogether Continue reading Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

— By: Theresa Coates Ellis APPOINTMENTS FOR THE EQUITY + INCLUSION TASK FORCE. During the last few months, I was impressed by our many residents who applied for the task force who I voted to approve for appointments this week. These appointments continue my initiation of a diverse group that would come to the table to talk together and listen together for the future of … Continue reading Diversity and Inclusion Task Force appointments

— By: Theresa Coates Ellis — The updated Absentee ballot application dated 7/1/2020, is now available online or at the Registrar’s office at 9025 Center Street, Manassas, next to City Hall. With the uncertainty of the COVID-19 continuing to be a challenge for voters during the November 3rd general election, completing this application is a safe option. Here is the link to the Absentee Ballot … Continue reading Absentee ballot applications now available for a safe Nov. 3rd election

By: Theresa Coates Ellis, Councilwoman and #YourMayor2020 Back to School begins for many students, parents, families, and teachers within the next week(s) and the search continues for assistance with the safer virtual classroom learning.  As your Manassas City Council Member, I supported and pushed strongly for the CARES Act allocation funds to help with childcare and jobs until the deadline of Dec. 29, 2020.    … Continue reading Nurture Your Future: Childcare and Job Resources plus Funding

— By: Councilwoman Theresa Coates Ellis — The City of Manassas Economic Development CARES Act allocated $400,000 funds is available for furloughed, job-seekers and the under-employed at $5,000 per person. Manassas City residents that need help with skills and support can visit CareerWorks / SkillSource (Virginia Career Works Northern Region) at VCWnorthern.com or email Ziyoda Crew CARESjobs@vcwnorthern.com for opportunities with NOVA and other partners. If … Continue reading Updated CARES Act for Unemployed and Under-employed