Dr. Joe Casey, who had served as Chesterfield County's top executive since 2016, announced in late 2025 that he intended to retire effective July 1, 2026. The Board of Supervisors held community meetings to gather input on choosing his successor, two of them in Midlothian.

At a glance

  • What: Community input sessions on the selection of Chesterfield's next County Administrator

  • Who: The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, following Dr. Joe Casey's announced retirement

  • When: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM; Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM

  • Where: Midlothian Library, 100 Millworks Crossing; and Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive

The two Midlothian meetings

  • Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:00 PM — Midlothian Library, 100 Millworks Crossing

  • Thursday, February 26, 2026, 6:00 PM — Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive

The Alliance pointed members to Chesterfield County's website for further information on the process.