Ex-Corrections head asked to aid leadership transition

The state has asked a former Corrections head to help with the transition in the department’s leadership after Gov. Bill Walker asked that he resign as commissioner.
Walker spokeswoman Katie Marquette said Ron Taylor was asked last month to work for up to 90 days in a special project position at the same salary level as commissioner.
She said Taylor can provide historical context and insight on department logistics to the acting commissioner and others.
Asked if this was typical, Marquette