Christmas is a little more than a week a way, and I’m not ready at all.

I’m taking the day off today to try to find the toys included in the letters to Santa, and hoping that there will still be something available that my little ones want.

Like so many people, I will also be doing much of my shopping online this year – looking for something – anything – that UPS can deliver to my house before December 24.

And, thanks to all the work our members have done – not just those that build and design our roads and bridges or the rail companies, airport authorities, riverport directors and transit operators who provide the transportation services – but our elected officials who consistently advocate for continued maintenance and improvements, I – and everyone else in our state – have the access needed to improve our quality of life – and get the Christmas presents delivered on time.

I hope you all have a wonderful holiday filled with family, friends, and fun and I look forward to seeing you all at the KBT Conference in Lexington on January 17, 2018.