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For Immediate Release: Thursday, October 11, 2007

Contact: Mitch Krebs or Roxy Everson at 605-773-3212

 

 

PIERRE, S.D. – Gov. Mike Rounds today announced that Darin Bergquist will serve as the secretary for the South Dakota Department of Transportation. Bergquist has been serving as interim secretary of the DOT since May 31, 2007.

 

“As interim secretary for the past four months, Darin has proven his ability to manage this large agency,” said Gov. Rounds. “He understands the day-to-day activities and also brings the legal expertise that will be helpful in managing the many contracts and federal legislation in the future.”

 

Bergquist began his work with state government in 1996 with the Department of Labor.

 

“I appreciate the opportunity to serve the people of South Dakota in this position,” said Bergquist. “During my time as acting secretary and in my previous nine years with the DOT, I have learned how vital highway systems are to our nation's economy, security, and quality of life.

 

Bergquist is a graduate of Jamestown College with a degree in Business Administration. He obtained his Juris Doctorate from The University of South Dakota School of Law.

 

Darin and his wife, Natalie, live in Pierre.

 

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