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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2013

Denver RTD chief named 'Outstanding Public Transportation Manager'

During Phil Washington's tenure, RTD has undertaken a remarkable number of innovative, cost-effective and customer-focused initiatives to build projects and improve service.

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Newsby StaffJuly 17, 2013

Ousted Metra chief to face questions about departure

Expected to address allegations that his downfall was connected to his refusal to grant the Illinois House Speaker's patronage requests.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2012

Virginia Railway appoints interim CEO

Richard Dalton, who joined the agency in 2009 as director of Rail Equipment and Services, replaces retiring CEO Dale Zehner.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 10, 2011

Calif. transit chief offers to take pay cut

Mike Scanlon, CEO, San Mateo County Transit District, volunteered to sacrifice part of his $400,000 compensation package, since the three transit agencies he runs are undergoing serious budget problems. However, board members defended the salary, which they had approved.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 2, 2011

Chicago’s Metra names new CEO

Alexander D. Clifford most recently served as Executive Officer, High-Speed Rail, for the Los Angeles Metro, working as an ombudsman with the California High Speed Rail Authority to help facilitate the integration of high-speed train service into existing transportation corridors in Los Angeles County.

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Newsby StaffNovember 16, 2010

R.I. Transit Authority fills new CEO position

Charles Odimgbe, currently the general manager of Chatham Area Transit Authority in Savannah, Ga., wants to expand RIPTA's finances and role in the community.

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Newsby StaffNovember 10, 2010

LYNX signs Lewis to CEO position

John M. Lewis Jr., 43, will bring to Central Florida more than 15 years experience in the transportation industry. Currently, he is the CEO for the Greater Richmond Transit Commission.

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Newsby StaffMay 18, 2010

Cap Metro CEO finalists address concerns

Watson and Finn addressed community questions, including how they would regain the public's trust and improve service, during a public forum

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Newsby StaffJune 23, 2009

OCTA taps Caltrans chief for CEO spot

Will Kempton served as head of Caltrans for the past five years, where he oversaw 50,000 lane miles of state highways, an annual budget of nearly $14 billion and $10 billion worth of transportation improvements under construction.

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