Albemarle County will begin the recruitment process for its director of community development in coming weeks.
Jodie Filardo has announced her retirement, effective Feb. 1, 2026.
Filardo has spent 24 years in public service in revenue management, economic development, sustainability and community development, including six years with Albemarle County.
“Jodie has brought a wealth of experience and perspective to Albemarle County,” said Ann Wall, deputy county executive. “Over the last six years, she has not only led the community development team to improve services for our community but has also acted as a leader in the organization through her dedication to public service.”
Filardo served as a member of the county’s internal leadership team, working closely with the county executive’s office and department heads to manage and operate the county government.
“Over my 47-year career in large private sector companies and multiple local governments, I’ve seen the remarkable work of people striving to make their communities better,” said Filardo.
“My time with Albemarle County has truly been the grand finale of my professional life.”
Under her direction, community development advanced several major initiatives including:
- the launch of Civic Access, a web-based portal that provides residents and businesses with easier access to community development services
- the implementation of the enterprise permitting and licensing system
- the adoption of AC44, the county’s comprehensive plan
- the department’s participation in the attraction of AstraZeneca’s $4.5 billion investment in Albemarle County
- secured significant grants, such as the RAISE grant for the Three Notch’d Trail
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