CHANUTE — Matt Godinez, executive director of the Chanute Regional Development Authority has taken a position with the State of Kansas, according to the Chanute Tribune.
Godinez, however, will remain with the CRDA in a part-time position and a full-time deputy director will be hired to take the lead.
The Chanute board regards Godinez’s new position as a benefit to the community, said Kellen Adams, CRDA board chair.
“The CRDA board firmly believes that this opportunity for Matt to serve both here locally, while having a consistent presence in Topeka, is ultimately in the best interest of Chanute,” said Adams.
Godinez’s increased responsibilities will open additional doors for Chanute, Adams said.
Godinez said the role of an economic development director involves a wealth of information that comes from networking, strategic planning and long-term projects.
