Driving Wyoming: A Conversation with WYDOT’s Darin Westby - Episode 073

Welcome to another episode of Eye on the Issues. In this interview, we sit down with Darin Westby, Director of the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT), to discuss the critical state of road funding in Wyoming and its impact on the state's infrastructure. 

Darin provides a candid look at WYDOT's challenges, particularly the significant vacancies and the innovative strategies employed to attract and retain staff. He delves into the urgent funding issues that have plagued Wyoming's road maintenance and development efforts, highlighting the need for immediate action to ensure the safety and efficiency of the transportation network. Darin explains the heavy reliance on federal funding, its associated risks, and the economic implications of failing to adequately fund road infrastructure, which affects vital industries such as energy, tourism, and agriculture. 

This interview offers valuable insights and actionable information for those interested in the future of Wyoming's transportation infrastructure.