Shorter Topics

In this episode of Shorter Topics, County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Kevin Costello from Economic Development and Tourism and Paige Gibbons Backus from Historic Properties to explore the events, attractions and experiences that make our community a great place to live, visit and explore. Whether you're looking for your next weekend adventure, planning family activities or interested in...

What does sustainability look like in Prince William County? Find out in the latest episode of Shorter Topics: Across the County , where County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Giulia Manno, Director of the Office of Sustainability, and Trent Magill, Principal Engineer for Public Works, to talk about the county’s environmental goals, innovative projects and the release of the county’s first...

Senior center programming is coming directly to neighborhoods across Prince William County, thanks to an innovative, collaborative approach led by the Area Agency on Aging. In the latest episode of Shorter Topics, County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Josh Lee, Acting Director of the Area Agency on Aging, and Chad Tyrrell, Parks Manager with Prince William County Parks & Recreation, to...

Shorter Topics is kicking off a new season and this time it's hitting the road. This season, County Executive Chris Shorter will be taking the show on location with Shorter Topics: Across the County to spotlight leaders, projects and places that shape life across Prince William County. In the first episode of the season, the show dives into budget season with a high-level look at the Capital Impro...

Check out the latest Shorter Topics, where County Executive Chris Shorter talks housing with Joan Duckett, Housing & Community Development Director, and Tanya Washington, Planning Office Director, highlighting real progress and what it means for families and residents at every stage of life.

In the latest episode, County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Phyllis Jennings-Holt, Director of Social Services, for a conversation about how the county supports our most vulnerable residents and helps them access services when they need them. They walk through the different types of food assistance available, talk about how the county reaches out to individuals who panhandle and connects...

In this episode of Shorter Topics, County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Lisa Madron, Chief Transformation Officer and Director of Community Services, to discuss the opening of Prince William County’s new Crisis Receiving Center (CRC), a major advancement in regional behavioral health care. Lisa shares how the CRC is transforming access to crisis stabilization and recovery services, what m...

The newest episode of Shorter Topics brings together County Executive Chris Shorter and Christina Winn, Executive Director of Economic Development & Tourism, for a wide-ranging conversation about Prince William County’s future and its appeal today. From the launch of the Make Your Mark Awards, celebrating businesses and organizations shaping our economy, to how the county is positioning itself...

The 2025 election cycle is coming, and this episode of Shorter Topics gives you the inside scoop. From early voting to getting a sneak peek at what's on the ballot, join County Executive Chris Shorter and Director of Elections Eric Olsen as they share what every voter needs to know to be ready.  Check your voter information at pwcvotes.org or www.elections.virginia.gov.

In this special episode of Shorter Topics , County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with education leaders from Prince William County Public Schools, Northern Virginia Community College and George Mason University for a future-focused conversation on the county’s Strategic Plan Education Goal. Joined by Dr. LaTanya D. McDade, Dr. Richmond Hill and David Burge, the discussion explores how these in...

Big changes are happening in how we plan for Prince William County’s growth. In this episode, Chris sits down with Planning Director Tanya Washington to talk affordable housing, zoning updates, community input and what it all means for our future. 

County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Chief Information Officer and Director of Information Technology, Rob Mancini, to talk about the launch of PWC 311, a new service platform that makes it easier than ever for residents to request services, report issues and get information. Watch how 311 is transforming how government works.

In the latest episode of Shorter Topics, County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Kaye Wallace-Sharp, Strategic Plan Coordinator, to explore the County’s 2025–2028 Strategic Plan — the resident-driven road map that guides nearly every major decision Prince William County makes. Kaye shares how the plan was developed through robust community input and explains how it’s used to shape department...

County Executive Chris Shorter chats with Parks & Rec Director Seth Hendler-Voss about spring and summer programs—from sports and camps to splash pads and trails. Catch the episode and get inspired to explore our parks! Shorter Topics will be released monthly and included in the Prince William County Community Newsletter, ensuring residents never miss an update on the county’s most impactful i...

Prince William County Executive Chris Shorter sits down and has a conversation with Heather Baxter, Behavioral Health Program Manager for Community Services, offering a look at the impacts of the Prince William County Crisis Response System. Future episodes will continue to explore transformative initiatives that shape the county’s future.  Shorter Topics will be released monthly and included in t...

Prince William County Launches New ‘Shorter Topics’ Vodcast Series to Showcase Innovative Projects and Solutions Prince William County Government is launching Shorter Topics , a new vodcast series premiering Monday, March 3, 2025. Hosted by County Executive Chris Shorter, this engaging and easily digestible series will highlight key topics, innovative projects and groundbreaking solutions that enh...