DES MOINES — After nearly six years leading the Iowa Department of Transportation — a government agency that affects drivers, farmers and merchants every day with its decisions — Paul Trombino III is leaving.

Trombino, 50, said it was time for a new chapter in his career, but that he didn’t feel comfortable job hunting while still in the public position.

His last day is Monday. Before he leaves, he spent time answering some questions from The Gazette.

Read the question and answers on the Cedar Rapids Gazette website.