Deputy City Managers

The Deputy City Managers (DCM) administer various programs, oversee the day-to-day operations of City Offices and fill-in for the City Manager in his absence.

  1. Ashley Marshall, Deputy City Manager

    Ashley Marshall

    Deputy City Manager for REDI
    Email
    Phone: 434-970-3116

    Ashley Reynolds Marshall started as the City’s first Deputy City Manager for Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in May 2021. She oversees a portfolio that includes the City’s Office of REDI, the Human Services and Social Services Departments, as well as the staff of the Police Civilian Review Board and the Office of Human Rights.


  2. Sam Sanders, Deputy City Manager

    Sam Sanders

    Deputy City Manager for Operations
    Email
    Phone: 434-970-3536

    Sam Sanders started as the City’s Deputy City Manager for Operations in July 2021. He oversees a portfolio that includes the City’s Departments of Public Works, Public Utilities, Neighborhood Development Services, Transit, Housing & Redevelopment, and Parks & Recreation.