It is with mixed emotions that I write to inform you that after nearly 20 years of dedicated service, I have decided to resign from my position at the Rio Grande Valley MPO (RGVMPO).
This decision was not made lightly, but after careful consideration and with a sense of excitement for the new chapter that awaits.
During my time at RGVMPO, I have had the privilege of working alongside some of the most talented and dedicated individuals in the industry. Together, we have achieved numerous achievements and milestones, and I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished as a team.
I am grateful for the support and camaraderie that I have received from each one of you. The memories and experiences we've shared are ones that I will cherish forever. As I step into this new phase of my life, I look forward to pursuing personal interests, spending quality time with loved ones, and embracing new challenges and opportunities that come my way.
I have full confidence in the capable hands that will continue to drive the RGVMPO forward. The team here is exceptionally talented, and I have no doubt that the future holds even greater success and achievements. I want to express my deepest gratitude to all of you for the support, mentorship, and camaraderie that you have extended to me throughout my tenure. I leave with a heart full of fond memories and a sense of pride in being a part of this remarkable organization. My last day at the RGVMPO will be on Friday, October 27, 2023, and I am committed to ensuring a smooth transition of my responsibilities to whomever the Board selects.
I look forward to staying in touch and witnessing the continued success of the RGVMPO.
Editor's Note: The above guest column was penned by Andrew Canon, executive director of the Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization. It first appeared on Canon's LinkedIn page. It appears in The Rio Grande Guardian International News Service with the permission of the author. To hear an exclusive interview with Canon about his decision to leave the RGMPO and his hopes for the future, click here.
