Profiles in Service - July 23, 2018
Upcoming Events
Related News
Mike McGinley
Board Member
Commissioner
Beaverhead County, Mont.
Number of years involved in NACo: 12
Years in public service: 18
Occupation: Beaverhead County commissioner, owner of Beaverhead Meats
Education: One year at Montana State
The hardest thing I’ve ever done is: Attend my sister’s funeral.
Three people (living or dead) I’d invite to dinner are: My sister Sally, Jesus and Dak Prescott — just not all at once!
You’d be surprised to learn that I: Was a rodeo bullfighter back in the day — when I could run!
I’m most proud of: My four children — all are over-achievers and doing great.
Every morning I read: The Montana Standard.
My favorite meal is: Montana ribeye steak with grilled asparagus.
The most adventurous thing I’ve ever done was: Train to run a marathon when I was 50.
My pet peeve is: People who can’t make a decision.
My motto is: I have the right to remain silent — sometimes not the ability!
My favorite music is: Classic country and 60s and 70s rock.
My favorite U.S. president is: Ronald Reagan.
My county is a NACo member because: NACo gives Beaverhead County the ability to have a direct voice on our issues at the federal level. Also, it provides a great way to meet commissioners from across this great nation.
Attachments
Related News
Now I know that solid waste is complicated
Custer County, Idaho Commissioner Will Naillon says solid waste removal is "one of the things that people often take for granted until it’s their job to make sure it happens... that’s the story of being a county commissioner."
Professional Development Academy and National Association of Counties launch expanded partnership to support local government leaders
Professional Development Academy and NACo expand their partnership to train 10,000 more county leaders, equipping officials with critical leadership and tech skills.
J.D. Clark is up to a Texas-sized challenge
NACo's new president got his start in county government covering meetings for his local newspaper as a high school student.