Randy Brodehl (born October 13, 1954) is an American businessman, former fire chief, and politician from Montana. Brodehl is a former Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives and current Commissioner of Flathead County in Montana.
In 1987, Brodehl earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Service Management from Western Oregon University.[1]
Career
On 1985, Brodehl became a Battalion Chief of Corvallis Fire Department in Oregon, until 2001. In 1987, Brodehl became the owner of Brodehl Farms, until 2001.[1]
In 2001, Brodehl became the Fire Chief of Kalispell Fire Department in Kalispell, Montana, until July 2008.[1][2]
In 2008, Brodehl became the owner of R&J Enterprises, a custom cabinet maker.[3][1]
On November 2, 2010, Brodehl won the election and became a Republican member of Montana House of Representatives for District 7. Brodehl defeated Karen Reeves with 72.38% of the votes.[4]
On November 6, 2012, as an incumbent, Brodehl won the election and continued serving District 7. Brodehl defeated Diane Frances Taylor-Mahnke with 68.99% of the votes.[5][1]
In November 2018, Brodehl won the election and became a Commissioner of Flathead County, Montana for District 3.[6]
Personal life
Brodehl's wife is Joyce Brodehl. They have six children. Brodehl and his family live in Kalispell, Montana.[1]