Paul Utke
Paul Utke | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Member of the Minnesota Senate from the 2nd district | |
| Assumed office January 3, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Rod Skoe |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 3, 1956 |
| Political party | Republican Party of Minnesota |
| Spouse | Nancy |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | Park Rapids, Minnesota |
| Occupation | insurance broker |
Paul Utke (/ˈʌtki/ UT-kee; born December 3, 1956) is an American politician and member of the Minnesota Senate. A member of the Republican Party of Minnesota, he represents District 2 in northwestern Minnesota.
Early life and career
Utke was born on December 3, 1956,[1] and raised in North Dakota. He is an insurance broker and was a member of the Park Rapids City Council since 2009. He was also chair of the Hubbard County Republicans and has served on boards of several local organizations. He previously owned a hardware store in Park Rapids for 16 years.[2]
Minnesota Senate
Utke was first elected to the Minnesota Senate in 2016.
Personal life
Utke and his wife, Nancy, have two children and reside in Park Rapids.[2]
References
- ^ "Utke, Paul". Legislators Past & Present. Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved December 11, 2016.
- ^ a b "Utke to run for State Senate Dist. 2". Park Rapids Enterprise. Forum Communications. March 9, 2016. Retrieved December 11, 2016.