Richard M. Steenland (born 1961 or 1962) is an American politician serving as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 22nd district. Elected in 2020, he assumed office on January 1, 2021.
Richard Steenland | |
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| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 22nd district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | John Chirkun |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1961 or 1962 (age 62–63) Roseville, Michigan |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence(s) | Roseville, Michigan |
| Education | Macomb Community College Oakland University |
| Website | Rich Steenland |
Early life and education
editSteenland was born around 1962 in Roseville, Michigan.[1] In 1979, Steenland graduated from Carl Brablec High School. In 1992, he earned an associate degree from Macomb Community College.[2] He also graduated from Oakland University, where he majored in human resources.[3]
Career
editSteenland has worked for Macomb County, Michigan in a number of positions since 1983, including as in the juvenile court, a judicial aide in the Friend of the Court and the Court Administrator's Office, and as in the tax collection department of the Macomb County Treasurer's Office.[1] Steenland served on the Roseville City Council from 1993 to 2007. Steenland served as Roseville City Clerk from 2007 until his resignation in 2020.[4] On November 3, 2020, Steenland was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives, where he has represented the 22nd district since January 1, 2021.[2][5]
Personal life
editRichard Steenland was married to Judge Catherine Steenland. The couple had three children together. They divorced in 2017.[6] Richard has served with the Knights of Columbus. Richard is Catholic.[2]
References
edit- ^ a b "Incumbent Hertel wins Democratic primary for 18th District state House". The Detroit News. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
- ^ a b c "Richard Steenland". Ballotpedia. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
- ^ "Candidates square off for 22nd District state House seat". C&G Newspapers. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
- ^ "Roseville selects new city clerk". C&G Newspapers. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
- ^ "Roseville clerk elected to Michigan House of Representatives". C&G Newspapers. Retrieved March 15, 2021.
- ^ "Retired Roseville judge Catherine Steenland found dead in her home". The Macomb Daily. Retrieved March 15, 2021.