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Council confirms Kia Safai as deputy director of Planning, Zoning and Community Development
Summary
Tracy Taylor, Planning Director, recommended Kia Safai for deputy director based on three certifications and experience leading building permits/inspections; the council confirmed the appointment unanimously under Resolution 119-2026.
Wicomico County Council on July 7 confirmed the appointment of Kia Safai as deputy director for the Department of Planning, Zoning and Community Development (Resolution 119-2026).
Planning Director Tracy Taylor introduced Safai’s record: Safai joined the county more than three years ago as a chief building inspector, earned residential, commercial and energy certifications within 14 months, and has overseen nuisance and code enforcement, fire-safety and plumbing inspections and front-desk operations. Taylor said Safai has led improvements to permitting efficiencies and customer service and has built relationships with the health department, contractors and the housing-community development staff.
Safai offered brief thanks. Council members congratulated him, praised his work and voted unanimously to confirm the appointment.
What’s next: Safai will assume deputy director responsibilities for building permits and inspections as Planning prepares for a larger comprehensive plan and zoning update.
