Brad Tabke
Brad Tabke (born May 11, 1979)[1] is an American politician and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), he represents District 55A in the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area.
Brad Tabke | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 55A district | |
| In office January 8, 2019 – January 5, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Bob Loonan |
| Succeeded by | Erik Mortensen |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 11, 1979 |
| Political party | Democratic–Farmer–Labor |
| Spouse(s) | Katy |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | Shakopee, Minnesota |
| Alma mater | Iowa State University |
| Occupation | consultant |
Early life, education, and career
Tabke was raised in Moville, Iowa.[2] Tabke attended Iowa State University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in horticulture.[1]
Tabke owns a consulting firm located in downtown Shakopee, Minnesota and is a founder of the Shakopee Diversity Alliance. He is a former member of the Transportation Advisory Board for the Metropolitan Council, former chair of the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce, and former chair of the Shakopee Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.[3]
Tabke was mayor of Shakopee, first elected in 2011 and re-elected in 2013.[3]
Minnesota House of Representatives
Tabke was first elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in 2018.
Tabke Lost re-election to the House in 2020 against Republican challenger Erik Mortensen
Personal life
Tabke and his wife, Katy, have two children. He has resided in Shakopee, Minnesota since 2003.[3]
References
- "Tabke, Brad". Minnesota Legislative Reference Library. Retrieved November 10, 2018.
- Juhl, Mary (November 8, 2013). "UPDATE: Tabke crusies to re-election win". Shakopee Valley News. Big Fish Works. Retrieved November 10, 2018.
- McKnight, Amanda (June 5, 2018). "Former mayor Tabke to run for Legislature". Shakopee Valley News. Big Fish Works. Retrieved November 10, 2018.