Prince William, VA- Chairman Corey A. Stewart praised today’s announcement of Sean Connaughton as Governor Elect Bob McDonnell's choice as Virginia Transportation Secretary. “Virginia is lucky to have someone who cut their teeth on Prince William’s innovative road building program continuing in that role.”
Connaughton, who chaired the Prince William Board of County Supervisors immediately prior to Stewart, has been repeatedly heralded for his role in continuing Prince William County’s unparalleled local road building program. The outgoing Secretary of Transportation, Pierce Homer, has previously served as Deputy County Executive in Prince William. Stewart says he’s hopeful for more action over the next four years.
“I vigorously supported Bob McDonnell for governor because I know he has the courage to take the road less traveled. I think that Sean is a good fit for this job, and a worthy lieutenant in the fight for transportation funding,” Stewart said.
Stewart continued: “The economic development and commuting needs of citizens in Prince William County, Loudoun, and Western Fairfax are some of the toughest, yet most vital, issues the region and the Commonwealth need to face if we want to continue to prosper. I’m heartened that the Transportation Secretary will have personal experience dealing with them.”
“It is also impressive to see Governor-Elect McDonnell turning to local leadership to solve big problems. I can speak from my personal experience in the same job. As Chairman, Sean was responsible for making government work at the most personal level. That responsibility brings a focus and a discipline that puts actions ahead of words, and substance ahead of rhetoric.”
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