Meet Tyler Christoff: Aspen’s new deputy city manager

Tyler Christoff has been appointed as Aspen’s new deputy city manager, bringing nearly two decades of experience in public works and infrastructure planning.

Christoff will oversee various built-environment services, including public works, community development, transportation, utilities, and housing.

“I am honored to step into this role and continue serving the Aspen community,” Christoff said in a Tuesday news release. “This city is at a pivotal moment with major infrastructure and development initiatives on the horizon. I look forward to working collaboratively with city staff, elected officials, and residents to ensure these projects enhance Aspen’s sustainability, livability, and overall community well-being.”

His appointment marks the reinstatement of a two-deputy structure that Aspen previously maintained for many years, a model used in other municipalities. Christoff joins Diane Foster as the city’s other deputy city manager.

“As Aspen embarks on several transformative infrastructure projects, including the Lumberyard affordable housing project, the Armory redevelopment, Entrance to Aspen, and oversight of the Lift One Lodge project, Tyler’s leadership and expertise will be invaluable,” Interim City Manager Pete Strecker said in the release. “His extensive experience in public works, deep commitment to environmental stewardship, and strong leadership skills make him an ideal fit for this role.”

Christoff has been a key figure in Aspen’s public works operations for the past 18 years, according to the release. Most recently, he was named director of public works in May 2024, following previous roles as deputy director of public works, director of utilities, utility operations manager, and senior project manager in the engineering department.

With a background in public administration, Christoff has overseen multiple city divisions, including utilities, streets, engineering, stormwater, asset management, transportation, and parking. As director of utilities, he managed a $20 million annual budget, led capital improvement projects, and guided long-term infrastructure planning for the city’s water and electric systems, according to the release.