With Hasan Ikhrata on his way out, progressives are hoping the transportation agency's board replaces him with someone who is equally focused on reducing car dependence in San Diego County and boosting use of public transit.
Alejandro Amador, environmental justice manager at the San Ysidro-based nonprofit Casa Familiar, said the next leader of SANDAG should be"someone who will champion community-led priorities and a long-term sustainability vision."
"This vision is one that embraces multimodal transportation with options for drivers, public transit riders, cyclists and walkers alike," Amador said. At the SANDAG board meeting that followed the morning press conference, Ikhrata made his first remarks to board members since his resignation announcement. He said the agency would continue to push the envelope with new ideas on how to grow the San Diego region while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
"While sad, I'm hopeful for the future," Ikhrata said."I have faith in the executive team that we built here. I have faith in you as leaders. And I wish you well in recruiting the new CEO." County Supervisor Nora Vargas, who chairs the SANDAG board, said she heard the message from Ikhrata's supporters.
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