Governor names Panos WYDOT director

January 6, 2016

Gov. Matt Mead announced Wednesday that William "Bill" Panos is his choice to head the Wyoming Department of Transportation.

Panos was one of four people nominated for the position by the Wyoming Transportation Commission.

Panos had served as WYDOT's interim director since October. 

“Bill Panos has proven himself as a talented leader and effective manager as the director of the School Facilities Department,” Mead said. “I am pleased he agreed to assume the responsibility of the Wyoming Department of Transportation. WYDOT has a proud tradition of quality leadership, and one that continues with Bill Panos as director."

Panos replaces John Cox, who the governor appointed director of the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services in October.