Hammond’s resignation letter to DOT staff
February 19th, 2013 by ed friedrichTo: WSDOT ALL STAFF
Subject: A Note From Paula
Thirty four years ago, I walked through the doors of the WSDOT
Lacey Project
Engineer’s office with my OSU degree in hand, full of nervousness
and
expectation, and ready to start my engineering career. From my
first
assignment as an asphalt plant inspector, to my final position as
your
Secretary of Transportation, I have been proud to be a part of the
WSDOT
family that is rich with committed individuals who can be counted
on in any
emergency, and who always put the public’s safety first.
My time at WSDOT has come to an end. I’ll be retiring from the
agency on
March 8th. I leave with pride in knowing that we are regarded as
one of the
best and most progressive transportation agencies in the country.
With the
nation’s largest and most iconic ferry system, an ambitious capital
program
capably delivered, and innovative strategies that are transforming
our
freeway corridors, we have much to celebrate. We have delivered our
mission
with integrity, transparency and credibility. But, what I most
admire is
each one of you who are committed to improving travel for our
citizens and
the many of you who have dedicated your careers to public
service.
Thank you all for the support you have given me over the years,
and
particularly in this leadership role as Secretary. We have shared
many
laughs, some tears, and always stood beside each other to work
through the
unworkable and accomplish the impossible. I wish you continued
success in
the future and am certain you will continue to deliver amazing
results for
Washington’s citizens.
Stay safe out there,
Paula
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