Maryland Governor Wes Moore has appointed Maricela Cordova to serve a four-year term on the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Board. Cordova, who brings over three decades of experience in architectural, engineering, and construction programs, attended her first board meeting after the announcement. The MDTA Board is responsible for setting policy and overseeing the management of Maryland’s toll facilities and roadways, ensuring the state’s infrastructure operates efficiently and meets future demands.
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Cordova has held multiple positions with the Montgomery County Department of Transportation since 2019, including acting deputy director of transportation policy and division chief of transportation engineering. She has also served as the Purple Line implementation manager. Before her tenure in Montgomery County, she worked with Clark Construction Group, LLC, where she managed design, preconstruction, and project development. Her architectural expertise stems from previous positions at Michael Baker Jr., Inc. and HKS Architects. Cordova holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Universidad Anahuac in Mexico City and is an International Associate Member of the American Institute of Architects. She has also served as the Mid-Atlantic Region Board Treasurer and Owners Committee Chair for the Design Build Institute of America for the past decade.
Cordova’s appointment was met with praise from state officials, including Maryland Transportation Secretary and MDTA Chairman Paul J. Wiedefeld, who highlighted her knowledge and expertise in design, construction, and project delivery. Her strategic insight is expected to strengthen the Board’s efforts to address complex transportation challenges and opportunities. Cordova expressed her enthusiasm for the appointment, emphasizing her commitment to upholding the Board’s values of integrity, transparency, and efficiency.
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The MDTA, established in 1971 by the Maryland General Assembly, is funded through toll revenue and operates independently of state tax dollars. The Authority focuses on improving connectivity, enhancing safety, and promoting equity while supporting economic development in Maryland. Cordova’s addition to the Board is expected to play a vital role in advancing these goals. At the most recent MDTA Board meeting, Secretary Wiedefeld and MDTA Executive Director Bruce Gartner expressed their appreciation to outgoing Board Member W. Lee Gaines, Jr. for his service.
The MDTA Board consists of eight members appointed by the governor, with each serving a four-year term. Board members are limited to three consecutive terms.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from the Maryland Department of Transportation.
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