University at Buffalo president John Simpson announced his plans to retire back in August, prompting many to wonder would come of his pet project – UB-2020. Simpson says his decision to leave was primarily motivated by a desire to spend more time with his family – but admitted the legislature’s failure to approve the ambitious economic development plan also played a part.

Simpson sat down with our John Doherty Tuesday for an extended interview prior to his January 15th departure… and he said he’s confident the incoming administration has U-B best interests at heart.

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