Charles Edward "Chuck" Banks,Jr. (born January 4, 1964) is a former professional American football player who played Running back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts (wikipedia)
I would probably be more of a pest to the governor.
If you're just looking for photo opportunities and waiting for school buses to drive up so you can cut a ribbon, then it would be a step down.
It's a one-shot deal. You do the best you can and put it behind you.