Chip Vincent, the City of Renton planning director, has been appointed interim administrator for the city’s Community and Economic Development Department.
Vincent will replace Alex Pietsch, who was appointed last week by Gov. Chris Gregoire to head the newly created state Office of Aerospace.
Vincent’s appointment was made by Mayor Denis Law, who will work during the next couple months to select a permanent replacement.
“Chip has demonstrated his ability to work effectively with city staff and key stakeholders in the community,” said Law in a press release. “We are fortunate that he is willing to step in and serve as the interim administrator and continue to foster economic and community development.”
As the interim administrator of CED, Vincent will oversee economic development, land-use planning and regulation, and services related to all aspects of the development process, according to the city.
He will be responsible for providing vision, leadership, initiative, management, and coordination to implement the mayor and City Council’s goals for citywide community and economic development, according to the city.
The department is also responsible for analyzing legislation and coordinating the city’s response to regional, state, and federal legislative issues that affect Renton.
“It is truly an honor to be appointed to this position,” said Vincent. “I look forward to working with the community as we continue to make Renton a great place for residents and businesses.”
Vincent has served as the city’s planning director since 2008, supervising the work of the planning division.
The division oversees the city’s zoning, shoreline management, and environmental ordinances; reviews and processes all land-use and subdivision permit applications; represents the city on state, regional and county level growth and planning related boards and committees, and provides technical and professional support to the Planning Commission and City Council committees.
Prior to his appointment as Renton’s planning director, Vincent worked for 20 years for Pierce County Planning and Land Services.
