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Metroplan, the long-range planning group for central Arkansas, on Thursday introduced that its board of administrators had named Casey Covington as government director.
Covington follows Tab Townsell within the position. Townsell, a former Conway mayor, retired earlier this yr after main the group for six years.
Covington has labored at Metroplan since 2004, serving as deputy director for six years and extra just lately as interim government director. He is an engineer and authorized planner with the American Planning Affiliation. Covington additionally serves on the nationwide coverage board of the American Affiliation of Metropolitan Planning Organizations.
In a press release, Covington mentioned he sees expertise having a “main affect” on the area’s transportation system.
“The Central Arkansas area, largely because of its transportation system, is uniquely positioned to benefit from financial growth alternatives,” he mentioned. “Metroplan will have interaction our companions as we glance to assist the rising regional financial system and area that’s Central Arkansas.”
Covington holds a grasp’s in civil engineering from North Carolina State College and a bachelor’s in civil engineering from Louisiana Tech College.
“All through the years it has been my pleasure to work with Metroplan’s Board members and our excellent skilled employees,” he mentioned. “I stay up for persevering with to give attention to offering extra transportation decisions for Central Arkansans and enhancing high quality of life on this new management position.”
