Executive Director of Port Authority of NY-NJ has tested positive for the novel Coronavirus

Statement of the Port Authority of NY-NJ

“Governor Cuomo announced today, Rick Cotton, Executive Director of the Port Authority has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Mr. Cotton is currently asymptomatic and has self-quarantined at his home while maintaining a full schedule.

Any staff members who have had close contact with him in recent days are also working from home as they follow the guidelines and protocols put in place by the New York State Department of Health” the Port Authority has said.