Frank Garner
American police chief and politician
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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.
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 | |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Teresa Garner |
| Children | 3 |
| Occupation | Chief of Police, security consultant, politician |
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]