CNCounty News

Profiles in Service - May 2, 2016

Lesley Robinson
Western Regional Representative
Board of Directors
Commission chair, Phillips County, Mont.

Number of years active in NACo: 8

Years in public service: I’ve been a county commissioner for 11 years.

Occupation: county commissioner, cattle rancher

The hardest thing I’ve ever done: lost my dad to a heart attack when I was only 20 years old

Three people (living or dead) I’d invite to dinner: my mom and dad and President Ronald Reagan

A dream I have is to: I have experienced more things than I could have dreamed already.

You’d be surprised to learn that I: was appointed to the Montana Board of Dentistry by former Governor Judy Martz as a public at-large member.

The most adventurous thing I’ve ever done is: currently running as a Lt. Governor candidate for the state of Montana.

My favorite way to relax is: going for a walk on the ranch.

I’m most proud of: my husband Jim and I have been married for 30 years.

Every morning I read: The Billings Gazette and the Great Falls Tribune.

My favorite meal is: tender, juicy steak.

My pet peeve is: pessimists.

My motto is: I read this once and it stayed with me. “You only have one chance to make a first impression.”

The last book I read was: currently reading Sagebrush Rebel.

My favorite movie is: Sleepless in Seattle.

My favorite music is: current country music.

My favorite president is: Ronald Reagan. He was the first president I voted for.

My county is a NACo member because: to keep informed and involved in what is affecting our county.

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