The man who leads the Iowa Department of Transportation has resigned at the request of the governor.

Mark Lowe says he is resigning on January 10th. A statement from the governor thanked Lowe and says she has decided to seek a change in leadership as she continues to build her administration.”  Lowe had served as the interim director and then was appointed to the job by Reynolds in 2017. He issued a statement that says “It’s been a terrific privilege to serve in this position.”