PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA – Chris Martino, the county executive for Prince William County, will retire on December 31, 2021, the county announced this week. A successor was not named, but district officials said the search for Martino’s successor would begin “as soon as possible.”
Martino has been a district director in his current role for around five years. He spent a total of 26 years with the Prince William County Government in a variety of capacities. Martino was previously a deputy district director and finance director.
“Prince William County is a very special community, one in which I lived and raised my family. It was a special privilege to serve in this role and I am very proud of what we have achieved during my tenure.” said Martino called. “It’s not an easy decision. I love this organization and the people who work here.”
In a press release, Martino said he was most proud of maintaining the county’s AAA bond status, maintaining the principles of financial management, and changing culture to include empowering employees.
“What makes me most proud, however, is the work of our employees,” said Martino.
In the press release, Board of County Supervisor Chairman Ann Wheeler expressed her appreciation for Martino and his years of service in the county.
“He has led this organization through many challenges – a global pandemic, social unrest, changes in the structure of the organization and much more – and he has done so with passion, determination and always in the best interests of the community and organization at heart,” said Wheeler: “Although this is a loss for the organization, we definitely wish him all the best and good luck.”
District officials said they would begin a nationwide search for a new district executive “as soon as possible”. Martino will continue in his role until the end of the year.