In city planning and local government leadership. Since joining Wilson in 2007, he has helped lead transformational projects that have supported the city’s growth and revitalization—including the award-winning RIDE microtransit system, a $120 million downtown redevelopment anchored by a new YMCA, and a $280 million stadium-centered project that brought the Wilson Warbirds to the community.

Before becoming City Manager in 2025, Rodger served as Assistant City Manager, overseeing key departments including Development Services, Fire and Rescue Services, Human Relations, Parks and Recreation, and Planning and Community Revitalization.

He is a former member of the national Board of Directors for the American Planning Association and a past president of its North Carolina chapter. In the Wilson community, he serves on the boards of the Wilson YMCA and Habitat for Humanity and is a member of the Wilson All American Kiwanis Club.

Rodger holds degrees in Geography from UNC Greensboro and UNC Charlotte and is a graduate of the UNC School of Government’s County Administration program.

Albert Alston, Assistant City Manager

Albert Alston was named assistant city manager in 2025 and oversees Wilson Police Department and Wilson Fire/Rescue Services. He began his career as a firefighter in 1999 with WF/RS. He rose through the ranks as Firefighter, Engineer, Captain, Battalion Chief, and as Deputy Fire Chief before being appointed Chief of Department in October 2017.

Chief Alston is a Wilson native and holds a Masters of Arts in Organizational Leadership and a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science with a concentrate in Management from Fayetteville State University. Chief Alston has graduated from the prestigious National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Office Program (EFOP). He has achieved his Chief Fire Officer Designation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence Commission of Professional Credentialing and has achieved a member (MIFireE) grade from the Institute of Fire Engineers.

Will Aycock, Assistant City Manager

Will Aycock was named assistant city manager in 2025 and has oversight of Greenlight, Wilson Energy, Parks and Recreation and Human Resources. Previously, he was Greenlight's general manager. He has worked with the City of Wilson since 2001 and has been part of the Greenlight team since its launch in 2008. Aycock previously served as operations manager, assistant director of ITS, GIS manager, and GIS coordinator for the City of Wilson. He is a graduate of both Appalachian State and East Carolina Universities and holds Municipal Administration and Government Chief Information Officer certificates from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Bill Bass, Assistant City Manager

Bill Bass was named assistant city manager in 2025 and oversees Development Services, Planning and Community Revitalization, Public Works and Water Resources. Prior to that he was the director of public works for the City for Wilson. Prior to joining the city in 2014 he held various technical and management positions with North Carolina Department of Transportation over his 23 years with the department. While at NCDOT his focus was roadway maintenance, construction, and project management.

Bill is a North Carolina State University graduate and a registered Professional Engineer. He is a member of the American Public Works Association where he serves on the Street Division Board of Directors. Additionally, he serves on the Wilson County Health Board and is a member of the Wilson Evening Lions Club and serves as vice president.

Rebecca Agner, Communications and Marketing Director 

Rebecca Agner is the Communications and Marketing Director for the City of Wilson. In that role, she is responsible for the overall communications strategy of the city, including all city departments. Prior to joining the city of Wilson, Rebecca was Manager of Strategic Communications for ElectriCities of North Carolina for nearly 12 years. Before she joined ElectriCities, Rebecca was a public information officer, personnel officer, and town clerk at the Town of Knightdale; director of public affairs for the Alexander County School System; and a senior banking executive and assistant vice president with Bank of America.

Rebecca holds a master of arts degree in English, technical and professional communication from East Carolina University and a bachelor of science in business administration and finance from Appalachian State University. She is vice chair of the Wilson County Tourism Development Authority Board of Directors, member and past president of the Wilson Rotary Club, and vice chair of the Wilson Community College Foundation Board of Directors.   

Amy Staton, Chief Financial Officer

Amy Staton joined the City of Wilson in 2021. She is responsible for leading the City’s budgeting, accounting, accounts payable, financial reporting, debt management, risk management, customer service and business operations, purchasing, print services, central warehouse operations, and facility services. Amy has extensive experience in managing complex financing structures, overseeing multi-million-dollar debt issuances, and developing strategies to ensure long-term financial sustainability for municipal operations. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in business administration and accounting from Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina. Amy is both a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Management Accountant. She is a graduate of the School of Government at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Municipal Administration Program.

Prior to joining the City of Wilson, Amy was the Director of Finance for the City of Rocky Mount for 14 years and Accounting Manager for 10 years. Prior to municipal public service she worked in public accounting with McGladrey and Pullen in Rocky Mount and as Assistant Controller with Heritage Hospital (now Vidant Edgecombe Hospital) in Tarboro. Amy is a member of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), North Carolina GFOA, American Institute of Public Accountants, North Carolina Association of Public Accountants, and Institute of Management Accountants.

 Kathy Bangley, Director of Development Services

Kathy Bangley is the Director of Development Services for the City of Wilson, where she oversees Land Development, Construction Standards, Community Improvement, and Neighborhood Improvement. Her journey with the City of Wilson began as a Senior Planner for Land Development, a role she excelled in for three and a half years before being promoted to her current leadership position. Her dedication and expertise have been instrumental in shaping the city's growth and development strategies.

Kathy's extensive experience in municipal government is underpinned by a strong educational foundation, holding an undergraduate degree from Elon University and a Master's in Public Administration from Troy University. Her professional credentials include certifications as a Flood Plain Manager and a Zoning Official, demonstrating her commitment to specialized knowledge and best practices. Before joining the City of Wilson, she served as Assistant City Manager for the City of Lake Wales, Fla., further solidifying her expertise in municipal leadership and planning.

 Benny Boykin, Police Chief 

Benny Boykin, a 27-year veteran of the Wilson Police Department, was named Police Chief in September 2024. A Wilson native, Boykin joined the department in 1997 as a patrol officer after serving four years in the United States Army. He has held numerous positions in the department including K-9 handler, patrol sergeant, strategic traffic enforcement patrol supervisor, and Southwest district commander (captain) before rising to major in 2021. He served as both the field operations major and the support services major in the department. 

Boykin also serves as the executive director of the Wilson Police Athletics League. He has been a coach, mentor and leader in PAL since its inception.

Boykin is active in a variety of community groups, including several organizations tasked with mentoring youth in Wilson County. He serves on the board of Carolina Family Health Centers and is a member of the Greater Wilson Rotary Club.

Ray Enoch, Chief of Wilson Fire & Rescue Services 

Enoch began his career as a firefighter with the Burlington Fire Department in 2000. Throughout his 25-year career, he has served in various roles with the Chapel Hill Fire Department, Mecklenburg County Fire Marshal’s Office and as deputy fire chief with the Carrboro Fire Department before joining the Raleigh Fire Department as assistant fire chief in 2021.

He has extensive experience in operations, community risk reduction, and professional development. Holding a bachelor’s degree in fire, arson and explosion investigation from Eastern Kentucky University, and a master’s degree in public administration from Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs.

He is also a graduate of several executive development programs in the fire service including Fire Service Executive Development Institute.

Richard Frazier, Director of Parks and Recreation

Richard Frazier is the Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Wilson. Richard has served the City of Wilson since 2000. With more than 30 years of experience in recreation and event management, he has been instrumental in positioning Wilson as a regional leader in sports tourism. As former Recreation Manager, he helped develop the Gillette Athletic Complex and led major athletic events such as the Brittany Soccer Showcase and Explosion Cup. A Certified Parks & Recreation Professional, Richard holds a degree in Sports Management from East Carolina University and is passionate about providing high-quality recreational opportunities for all Wilson residents. 

John Maclaga, Director of Wilson Energy

John Maclaga is responsible for the City’s municipally-owned electric and natural gas utilities. John is a native Wilsonian with over 30 years in the utility industry.  Before joining the City of Wilson, Maclaga served as the Electric Utilities Director for the City of Statesville and as Secretary/Treasurer, Commissioner, and Rate Committee Member of the North Carolina Municipal Power Agency Number One. John completed the UNC School of Government’s Municipal and County Government Administration course.  He has served with Carolina Power and Light/Progress Energy in its Transmission Department as an engineer and later with the City of Wilson, Town of Apex, and the City of Rocky Mount in Engineering Manager roles. 

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, a Bachelor of Arts in Multi-Disciplinary Studies, and a Master of Science in Operations Management, all from North Carolina State University, where John was one of the first graduates in the Benjamin Franklin Scholars Program. John is licensed as a professional engineer in the Carolinas and Virginia and has a Limited Electrical License in North Carolina.  Presently, Maclaga serves as Alternate Commissioner and Rate Committee Member for the North Carolina Eastern Municipal Power Agency.  He serves regularly with the Wilson Education Partnership’s Communicating with Confidence Program and enjoys service as a member of the Wilson Evening Lions Club.  

Donald Richardson, Greenlight General Manager

Donald Richardson is the General Manager of Greenlight Community Broadband. He has been with the City of Wilson and Greenlight since 2007. In his role, Donald is responsible for managing and overseeing all operations related to Greenlight and information technology. He also supervises the Unified Communications Center. With 24 years of experience, he is dedicated to providing exceptional service to both internal and external members of Greenlight. 

Before joining Greenlight, Donald worked as a Headend Engineer for the City of Wilson, as well as for Cox Communications and Suddenlink. He holds an Associate in Applied Science degree and has obtained certificates in Municipal Administration and Government Chief Information Officer from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Kimberly Van Dyk, Director of Planning and Community Revitalization 

Kimberly Van Dyk serves as the Planning & Community Revitalization Director and Downtown Development Director for the City of Wilson, which houses the divisions of Planning, Community Development, Business Development and Downtown Development. In conjunction, she serves as in-kind Executive Director for two non-profit entities, Wilson Downtown Development Corporation and Wilson Downtown Properties.

Ms. Van Dyk has over 25 years of experience in planning, historic preservation, community development, business development and downtown and neighborhood business district redevelopment. Prior to her appointment with the city, she was the Founder and Executive Director of Neighborhood Ventures, Director of the Neighborhood Business Specialist Program, and Assistant Director of South East Economic Development in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She holds a Masters of Public Administration degree, a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit and Government Leadership and Administration, and Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Organizational Communications and German language, all from Western Michigan University.

Billy Woodard, Human Relations Director  

Billy Woodard was named Human Relations Director for the City of Wilson in November 2023, following an extensive search process involving several local stakeholder groups.  

Woodard is a Wilson native and graduate of Fike High School. He continued his education at Rutgers University and North Carolina Wesleyan University, earning a master of science in criminal justice. He has 20 years of experience in law enforcement in Wilson County, serving nearly a decade with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office in various roles and another decade with the Wilson Police Department. During his time with the police department, Woodard was heavily involved with the Police Athletic League, where he mentored youth and taught life skills through various sports. Additionally, he has coached football at two local high schools for approximately 20 years.

Woodard leads the Human Relations office, which is charged with enhancing the quality of life for Wilson residents through programs and services. The Human Relations Department coordinates the Human Relations Commission, Committee for Persons with Disabilities, and the Wilson Youth Council. One of the department’s most popular programs is the annual Human Relations Awards.