Former Allegheny County Chief Executive Jim Roddey has submitted his resignation letter to the city financial oversight board.
Roddey, whose resignation had been expected because he moved from the city to Oakmont, said yesterday he submitted his resignation now so he can serve on a new statewide board looking to find a funding solution for public transportation.
Two weeks ago, Mayor Tom Murphy and City Council called for Roddey to be removed from the board after he voted to file a lawsuit against the city for signing a new contract with firefighters.
Roddey, also a former chairman of the Port Authority's board of directors, will serve on the Transportation Funding and Reform Commission. The commission has a mandate to recommend a permanent funding stream by Nov. 15 for public transportation. Gov. Ed Rendell averted a funding crisis earlier this year by transferring money originally scheduled for roads and bridges.
Editor's Note: I've dealt with Mr. Roddey several times over the years. He is a true gentleman and I wish him the best in his new role.
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