City introduces new CIO and housing engagement director at council meeting

Assistant City Manager Adrian Miller introduced Brian Gray as the city’s new chief information/technology officer. Gray, who has worked in city IT since June 2022, told council he looks forward to leading the team and advancing cybersecurity and services.

“It's been an honor and a privilege to serve the community and work alongside everybody in the city,” Gray said. Council members wished him luck in the role.

Quentin McFadder introduced Stacy Pethea as the new housing and community engagement director; Pethea said she began the post on Aug. 31 and outlined more than 20 years of experience in housing, including leadership roles in Albemarle County, Va., and academic credentials in urban policy and regeneration.

Pethea said she is still learning local priorities but is eager to engage neighborhoods and housing partners. Council applauded both appointments and welcomed the new leaders to the city’s leadership team.