Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke City’s Police Chief, Sam Roman, is set to begin a new chapter in his career as an Assistant City Manager for the City of Roanoke. In an exciting announcement late Monday afternoon, the City introduced two new Assistant City Managers, including Chief Roman, who was confirmed by the City Council during Monday’s meeting.
Having served with the Roanoke City Police Department for over 25 years and appointed as Chief of Police in March 2020, Roman is eager to assume his new role as a leader in City management. “I look forward to my new role within City leadership as I continue to work with our community and the dedicated team members of Roanoke,” Roman said in a statement.
As Roman prepares for his transition to the Assistant City Manager position, the City of Roanoke will begin a search for his replacement as Chief of Police, ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of service for Roanoke residents.
In addition to Chief Roman, the City of Roanoke also confirmed Angie O’Brien as an Assistant City Manager. With over 20 years of experience working with the City, O’Brien is excited to take on this new role and assist the City Manager in the day-to-day operations of community development programs and strategic initiatives.
“I am beyond thrilled to have been selected to assist the City Manager in the day-to-day operations of our community development programs and strategic initiatives. I am grateful to be able to continue to serve the City of Roanoke and all its residents in this new role,” O’Brien said in a statement.
As O’Brien steps into her new role immediately, the City bids farewell to former Deputy City Manager Clarence Grier, who recently left to serve as County Administrator with Cumberland County, North Carolina.
