The resignation of MoDOT Director Henry Hungerbeeler brings mixed feelings from the Capitol. Stephanie Hockridge has the story.
Governor Holden says the change in MoDOT leadership is a move in the right direction.
Hungerbeeler announced his resignation from his position Tuesday.
In his resignation letter he cites the Blue Ribbon Panel's calling for reorganization of senior management at MoDOT.
But several legislators are supportive of the service Hungerbeeler provided during the past five years.
Sen. Wayne Goode of the Senate Transportation Committee says that he has worked with quite a few transportation directors and Hungerbeeler is one of the best.
"IN MY VIEW, HENRY WAS EASIER TO WORK WITH AND MORE RESPONSIBLE THAN MOST OF THOSE THAT I HAVE DEALT WITH IN THE PAST."
MoDOT plans to hire a search firm that will help find candidates to replace Hungerbeeler after June 1.
The search is expected to last for several months.
From the state Capitol, I'm Stephanie Hockridge.
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