Most recently serving as Metropolitan Planning Director for CPRC Mr. Hodges-Copple has been an invaluable resource and advocate for our region
Central Pines Regional Council (CPRC) announced today that Metropolitan Planning Director John Hodges-Copple will retire at the end of April after nearly 30 years with the organization.
Mr. Hodges-Copple has been a pivotal force in shaping CPRC’s land use and transportation planning work, including through ongoing coordination between the region’s Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), development of the Community Viz Growth Allocation Model, and strengthened focus on the interaction between land use, transportation, and environment in CPRC’s planning. Over the past three decades, the region’s quality of life has improved dramatically, and his leadership has been invaluable to that progress.
Recognition & Reflection
“John has always been dedicated to public service for the benefit of our region and state. He has a commitment to the people of North Carolina that transcends the responsibilities of a job. He has given his time, talent, and resources far beyond what is required of his work responsibilities and is selfless in his dedication to improving the lives of those he encounters.” – Kathleen Ferguson, CPRC Board Chair & Hillsborough Council Member
“Since coming to North Carolina to take over as CEO for GoTriangle in 2020, I have come to know Mr. Hodges-Copple as a valuable resource and partner on many initiatives related to transit, housing, and economic development. His commitment to building a sustainable, stronger, and more equitable greater Triangle region has been impactful at all levels of government in the region”. – Charles E. Lattuca, President & CEO, GoTriangle
“I am extremely grateful for John’s service to the organization and to our region. John has been an advocate for regional approaches his entire career and can be credited for many of the successes around transportation and planning that we have enjoyed at Central Pines. More importantly, John has been selfless in contributing to the betterment of the region through participation and leadership of our efforts with our transportation partners. Our local government members have relied on John’s wisdom and counsel and replacing his deep knowledge about our region will be no small task.” – Lee Worsley, CPRC Executive Director
