Pierce Transit CEO to retire by end of 2014

Although she planned to retire at the end of 2015 when her current contract was set to expire, Lynne Griffith says, "the time is right because Pierce Transit is stable now.

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July 25, 2014

Pierce Transit CEO to retire by end of 2014 — Pierce Transit CEO, Lynne Griffith (shown on left) led the agency for the past eight years.

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Pierce Transit CEO, Lynne Griffith (shown on left) led the agency for the past eight years.

Pierce Transit CEO Lynne Griffith has announced her intent to retire effective December 31, 2014 after eight years of leading the Agency through times of achievement and adversity, according to the agency.

Although she planned to retire at the end of 2015 when her current contract was set to expire, Griffith says, "the time is right because Pierce Transit is stable now. It is a good time for a new leader to move the agency forward." Board Chair Rick Talbert has indicated the Pierce Transit Board will likely launch a nationwide search for Griffith's replacement.

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