The City of Fredericksburg announced Tuesday that Mike Craig has been named the new Director of Community Planning and Building.
A 10-year veteran with the city’s government, Craig has spent more than 20 years in the public and private sectors focused on planning and economic development here in the Fredericksburg region. He first joined the city in 2014 as zoning administrator and then was promoted to senior planner. Most recently, he has served as the city’s Principal Planner.
Craig succeeds Chuck Johnston, whose retirement in the role was effective Tuesday.
“I’m thrilled at the opportunity to work in this great community! Fredericksburg has so many positive aspects, most notably a tremendous Community Planning and Building Department team,” Craig said in a news release. “Having lived and worked in this area for more than 20 years, I truly believe the city’s future continues to grow brighter.”
In the release City Manager Tim Baroody stated that he is delighted to welcome Craig in this new role.
“After a national search, and interviewing multiple candidates, we are very pleased to welcome a local professional with excellent Virginia and City experience,” Baroody said. “Mike is a consummate professional and is highly regarded for his ability to take on challenging concepts and topics.
“As the City continues to evolve, balancing growth, historic preservation and economic development through planning is more important than ever, and Mike has the skills needed to assist in managing all of the above,” concluded Baroody.
Craig has a degree in History from the University of Virginia, a master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is also certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners.
