North Carolina Transportation Secretary Eric Boyette is retiring from state government. Gov. Roy Cooper announced on Tuesday that current department Chief Operating Officer Joseph R.
Boyette’s 27-year state government career also included time as DOT inspector general and as the acting Division of Motor Vehicles commissioner.
“I’m deeply grateful for his hard work and commitment to the people of our state,” Cooper said, adding that he’s “confident that Joey Hopkins will continue this outstanding work” as DOT secretary. Hopkins has worked at DOT for over 30 years, serving in posts such as deputy chief engineer and division engineer. The North Carolina State University graduate helped develop a process that became the forerunner of the state’s road prioritization formula, Cooper’s office said.The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting.
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