Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Governor
Josh Shapiro
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commissioners
Michael Carroll
Commission Chair
Mike Carroll was first elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 2006 and subsequently re-elected for seven additional terms, and he worked on transportation throughout his time in public office. Mike was Democratic chairman
of the House Transportation Committee from 2018 through 2022.
In 2010, Mike was awarded the Boy Scouts of America Minsi Trails Council Distinguished Citizen Award for his work to rehabilitate the Stillwater Dam in Tobyhanna Township. In 2014, he was awarded the Jean Yates Award from the Pittston Memorial
Library Board of Trustees based on his dedication and service to the library and the Joseph Battisto Award for his legislative service to the citizens of Monroe County. In 2015, he received the Pennsylvania Citizens for Better Libraries (PCBL) State
Elected Official Award. In May 2016, he received the BAYADA Home Health Care Champion award, and in June 2016 he was presented with the Silver Bayonet Award by AMVETS in grateful appreciation of services rendered to the community, state, and nation.
Mike formerly worked as the chief of staff for then-state Rep. John Yudichak, served as legislative liaison for PennDOT under Gov. Robert Casey and served as district office director for Congressman Paul Kanjorski. A graduate of Pittston Area High School, Mike earned a bachelor of arts in liberal studies from the University of Scranton. A lifelong resident of Avoca, he is a member of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick in Pittston, and the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Avoca Division. Mike is father of three adult children, Matt, Mackenzie, and Ali.
Pasquale T. (Pat) Deon Sr.
Commission Vice Chair
Bucks County businessman Pasquale T. (Pat) Deon Sr. was originally appointed to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in June 2002. He is also a service-industry entrepreneur and restaurateur involved in real-estate development, radio broadcasting, beverage distribution and construction.
Dr. Keith Leaphart
Secretary-Treasurer
Dr. Keith Leaphart, a Philadelphia physician, entrepreneur, and philanthropist was appointed to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in June 2023.
He is a founder of Philanthropi, an employee giving platform; and owner of Replica Global, a Philadelphia print and design firm. Dr. Leaphart previously served on the staff of Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, Malvern, PA.
His extensive board service includes the Public Healthcare Management Corporation; the Lenfest Institute for Journalism; the Lenfest Scholars Foundation; Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association; and the Medical Society of Eastern Pennsylvania. He also serves as an Independent Director for the Philadelphia Inquirer.
He holds a biology degree from Hampton University, Hampton, VA; a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration from St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA: and a Doctorate of Osteopathy Medicine from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Sean Logan
Commissioner
Former State Senator Sean Logan was appointed to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in July 2022. Logan previously served on the Turnpike's governing body, having first been appointed to the PA Turnpike in July 2013.
He was elected PA Turnpike chairman
in January 2015, serving in that role through 2017. Logan was appointed to a two-year term as a commissioner on the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board in February 2017 and reappointed to additional two-year terms in January 2019 and in January 2021.
He was elected to the Pennsylvania State Senate representing the 45th District in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties for three terms, from 2001 until 2010. Logan continues to serve as Chairman of the UPMC-East board of directors and
a board member for UPMC McKeesport.
He holds a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh and resides in Plum Borough near Pittsburgh with his wife Shannon and their children, Ella and Regan.
Douglas Farnham
Commissioner
Douglas Farnham is Founder/CEO of Farnham & Pfile Engineering Inc. in Monessen, Westmoreland County. Since 1990, the company has been a recognized leader in the design, construction and repair of coal processing plants. He also runs Farnham & Pfile Rental and Sales in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County, which he started in 1986. Farnham, who was born in Lackawanna County and a resident of McMurray, Washington County, has also been a leader in advancing the energy industry. He is vice-chairman of the Pennsylvania Coal Alliance, an initiative to educate the public and policymakers about the coal industry in Pennsylvania. He also created Vision 4 Pa, which promotes a clean energy future from fossil fuels produced in Pennsylvania. His term as a Commissioner expires in October 2028.
Our Executive Leadership
The PA Turnpike Commission is staffed by a comprehensive, experienced team of executives dedicated to fulfilling the mission and vision of the organization.
Commission Meetings
The PA Turnpike typically holds commission meetings twice a month on Tuesdays. We provide a schedule that includes meeting dates and agendas of meetings, as well as the minutes and recordings of previous meetings.