Gov. Bill Lee Names New TDOT Commissioner

Deputy Gov., TDOT commissioner resigns after six years

Gov. Bill Lee announced Friday that Butch Eley will step down from his role as deputy governor and commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

Bartlett native is new TDOT head

When searching for a new leader of the Tennessee Department of Transportation, Gov. Bill Lee didn’t have to look far.

Lee appoints TDOT Deputy Commissioner Reid to lead department

Veteran state official succeeds Butch Eley, who will step down July 10

Gov. Bill Lee names new TDOT commissioner

Gov. Bill Lee appointed Will Reid as Tennessee's new transportation commissioner, effective July 10, succeeding Butch Eley.

'A proven leader' Tennessee Governor appoints new TDOT commissioner

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee Governor Bill Lee appointed Will Reid, a professional engineer, as commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Transportation. Reid is set to assume the role on July 10. He will replace Butch Eley who stepped down after almost seven years of leadership. Lee announced the appointment on Wednesday. Will Reid (Photo via Tennessee Government) Two dead after Life Care Center van involved in crash on Knoxvill…

Will Reid appointed as new Tennessee Department of Transportation commissioner

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has appointed Will Reid as the new commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), effective July 10.