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Orange County Transportation Authority names new deputy CEO
Darrell Johnson will take over the position on March 29.
By Kristen SchottPublished: March 16, 2010 12:31 PM
The Orange County Transportation Authority has named industry veteran Darrell Johnson its new deputy CEO, effective March 29. Johnson will replace Jim Kenan, who is retiring after more than 30 years with the agency on March 25.
Johnson has been with OCTA for seven years, and he most recently served as executive director of rail programs. In the position, he led the Metrolink expansion; grade crossing safety and separation programs; development of the high-speed rail; and work on the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, which is expected to be completed sometime in 2013.
"Darrell has done an outstanding job as a member of OCTA's executive management team," notes OCTA Chairman and Tustin Mayor Jerry Amante, "and his experience in transportation planning and operations, coupled with his tremendous leadership abilities will serve this agency, and the people of Orange County, well."
Before he came to OCTA, the Southern California native spent 12 years at Amtrak, where he held posts dedicated to operations and planning. He also supported the development of passenger rail service throughout the state, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia.
"I'm honored to ... have the opportunity to continue contributing to OCTA's long-standing tradition of visionary thinking and delivering effective transportation solutions for our residents," Johnson says.
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Johnson has been with OCTA for seven years, and he most recently served as executive director of rail programs. In the position, he led the Metrolink expansion; grade crossing safety and separation programs; development of the high-speed rail; and work on the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, which is expected to be completed sometime in 2013. "Darrell has done an outstanding job as a member of OCTA's executive management team," notes OCTA Chairman and Tustin Mayor Jerry Amante, "and his experience in transportation planning and operations, coupled with his tremendous leadership abilities will serve this agency, and the people of Orange County, well." Before he came to OCTA, the Southern California native spent 12 years at Amtrak, where he held posts dedicated to operations and planning. He also supported the development of passenger rail service throughout the state, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia. "I'm honored to ... have the opportunity to continue contributing to OCTA's long-standing tradition of visionary thinking and delivering effective transportation solutions for our residents," Johnson says. Related headlines UC Irvine founding faculty member garners Extraordinarious award Brandman appoints new Board of Regents chairman O.C. billionaires make Forbes list |
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