Frank Garner | |
|---|---|
| Member of the
Montana House of Representatives from the 7th district | |
| Assumed office January 5, 2015 | |
| Preceded by | Randy Brodehl |
| Chief of Police of Kalispell Police Department | |
| In office 1998–2006 | |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Teresa Garner |
| Children | 3 |
| Occupation | Chief of Police, security consultant, politician |
Frank Garner is an American former Chief of Police, security consultant, and politician from Montana. Garner is a Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives for District 7, which includes parts of Kalispell, Montana.
Education
In 1995, Garner earned a Criminal Justice/Criminology degree from Flathead Valley Community College. Garner attended Montana Law Enforcement Academy and FBI Regional Leadership Training Group. [1] [2]
Career
In 1986, Garner became a police detective. In 1998, Garner became the Chief of Police in Kalispell Police Department, until 2006. [1] [2]
In 2004, Garner was appointed as the interim city manager of Kalispell, Montana. [2]
In 2011, Garner became the Chief of Security at Kalispell Regional Healthcare. In 2017, Garner became a Security and Law Enforcement Consultant. [1]
On November 4, 2014, Garner won the election and became a Republican member of Montana House of Representatives for District 7. [3] On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Garner won the election and continued serving District 7. Garner defeated Lynn R. Stanley with 65.17% of the votes. [4] On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Garner won the election and continued serving District 7. Garner defeated James H. Cossitt with 65.46% of the votes. [5] [6] [1]
Awards
- 2006 Great Chief Award. Presented by Kalispell Chamber of Commerce. [7]
- 2014 FVCC Distinguished Alumni Award. Presented by Flathead Valley Community College. [2]
Personal life
Garner's wife is Teresa Garner. They have three children. [1]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e "Frank Garner's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved August 30, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "FVCC Names Garner 2014 Distinguished Alumni". flatheadbeacon.com. March 13, 2014. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
- ^ "MT State House 007". ourcampaigns.com. November 4, 2014. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
- ^ "MT State House 007". ourcampaigns.com. November 8, 2016. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
- ^ "MT State House 007". ourcampaigns.com. November 6, 2018. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
- ^ "REP. FRANK GARNER (R) - HD7". leg.mt.gov. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
- ^ "PAST GREAT CHIEF AWARD RECIPIENTS:". kalispellchamber.com. Retrieved September 2, 2020.