Emil Bergquist (December 16, 1955) is an American politician serving as a member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 91st district. He assumed office on January 23, 2018.

Emil Bergquist
Member of the Kansas House of Representatives
from the 91st district
Assumed office
January 23, 2018
Preceded byGreg Lakin
Personal details
Born (1955-12-16) December 16, 1955 (age 68)
Political partyRepublican
SpouseRalene
Children4
Residence(s)Park City, Kansas, U.S.

Career

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Prior to entering politics, Bergquist worked in the research and development department of Textron Aviation.[1][2] For 15 years, Bergquist served as a member of the Park City City Council, including as mayor of the city. He retired in 2013, citing a desire to spend more time with his family.[3] In 2018, Bergquist was selected by the Sedgwick County Republican precinct committee to succeed Greg Lakin in the Kansas House of Representatives. He assumed office on January 23, 2018.[4][5]

References

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  1. ^ "Representative Emil Bergquist | Legislators | Kansas State Legislature". www.kslegislature.org. Retrieved 2020-12-20.
  2. ^ Emil Bergquist's Biography
  3. ^ Heilman, Matt (February 2013). "Bergquist steps down". Park City Post.
  4. ^ "Emil Bergquist". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2020-12-20.
  5. ^ Finger, Stan. "Wichita area has a new legislator – a familiar face from Park City". The Wichita Eagle.