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IBTTA elects first VP

The International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association's (IBTTA) has elected Tim Stewart, executive director of the E-470 Public Highway Authority to serve as its first vice president Stewart’s term begins on 1 January 2017; in 2018, Stewart will serve as IBTTA president. As the head of E-470, Stewart provides executive leadership and strategic guidance for all tolling initiatives. Stewart is responsible for the operations of the 47-mile toll road and also the ExpressToll brand, which provides tolling
October 4, 2016 Read time: 1 min
The 3804 International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association's (IBTTA) has elected Tim Stewart, executive director of the E-470 Public Highway Authority to serve as its first vice president Stewart’s term begins on 1 January 2017; in 2018, Stewart will serve as IBTTA president.

As the head of E-470, Stewart provides executive leadership and strategic guidance for all tolling initiatives. Stewart is responsible for the operations of the 47-mile toll road and also the ExpressToll brand, which provides tolling services for the entire state of Colorado. The Authority experienced a 12.4% transactional growth in 2015 and earned over US$173 million in toll revenues.

Announcing his election, Patrick Jones, executive director and CEO of IBTTA said Stewart’s transportation, construction and engineering experience will be a tremendous asset to the IBTTA board as it addresses major infrastructure needs.

E-470 runs along the eastern perimeter of the Denver metropolitan area; it is not tax-funded.

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