O’Connor Nominated to Serve as DOT Commissioner

On Jan 26, 2024

Gov. Phil Murphy today announced his intention to nominate Francis (Fran) K. O’Connor as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT). O’Connor’s nomination follows the transition of current DOT Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti to her new role as the governor’s chief of staff.

“With more than four decades of experience working within transportation agencies across the country, Fran is immensely qualified to advance my administration’s efforts to continue building a transportation system that is more modern and more accessible than ever before,” said Murphy. “As a New Jersey resident and former New Jersey Turnpike Authority employee, Fran shares my commitment to safe, efficient transportation for all New Jersey residents and commuters. I thank Diane for her exemplary service as DOT Commissioner, and I am confident she will continue to excel in her role as my Chief of Staff.”

“It has been an honor to lead the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the past six years,” said Gutierrez-Scaccetti. “I am turning the reins over to an extraordinary transportation leader in Fran O’Connor, who will continue to advance NJDOT’s important mission.”

“I am truly honored to be considered to serve the Governor as the Commissioner of the Department of Transportation,” said O’Connor. “I am excited to be able to help implement the Governor’s transportation vision for New Jersey and to build on the great work that Commissioner Gutierrez-Scaccetti has done over the past six years for transportation in our state.”

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