As released by the PA Turnpike Commission:

"Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Chief Executive Officer Roger E. Nutt announced today that he will be leaving his post effective on Oct. 31, 2012. In a letter to Turnpike Commission Chairman William K. Lieberman and the other members of the Commission, Nutt cited health concerns for his decision to resign his position.

"I have decided that, for my long-term health, it is best I resign at this time," Nutt said.

Nutt was named as the Commission's CEO in March 2011. Prior to joining the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Nutt worked in senior-level positions at various New Jersey transportation agencies for 28 years, including serving as executive director of the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, the New Jersey Highway Authority and the New Jersey Transit Corporation.

"advancing the future of the Turnpike," Lieberman said. "We appreciate his dedication and commitment to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and wish him the best of health and happiness for a long and enjoyable retirement."

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Chief Operating Officer Craig Shuey will serve as Acting CEO beginning on Nov. 1, 2012 until a permanent replacement is named. NOTE: Copies of Mr. Nutt's resignation letter and of Mr. Lieberman's letter accepting the resignation are attached and available online at www.paturnpike.com."