Todd Strange (politician)

Todd Strange (born c.1944) is an American politician and businessman who served as the 56th mayor of Montgomery, Alabama.[3] Strange won a special election and took office on March 24, 2009 after his predecessor, Democrat Bobby Bright, was elected to the United States House of Representatives.[4] Although municipal elections in Montgomery are nonpartisan, Strange is a Republican.[5]

Todd Strange
56th Mayor of Montgomery
In office
March 24, 2009  November 12, 2019
Preceded byCharles Jinright (Acting)
Succeeded bySteven Reed[1]
Personal details
Born1943/1944 (age 76–77)[2]
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Linda Davis
Children2
EducationUniversity of Montevallo (BA)

Before becoming mayor, Strange served as chairman of the Montgomery County Commission for nearly five years.[3] He also served as president, CEO, and co-owner of Blount Strange Automotive Group.[4]

References

  1. https://www.wsfa.com/2019/11/12/steven-reed-sworn-in-montgomerys-first-black-mayor/
  2. Taylor, Drew (July 21, 2015). "5 Slated for ballot in Montgomery mayoral election". Montgomery Advertiser. Retrieved October 9, 2019.
  3. Pitts, Sally (March 12, 2010). "Montgomery's Mayor looks back at first year in office". WSFA. Retrieved December 21, 2010.
  4. Henry, Bryan (July 11, 2009). "Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange looks back at first 100 plus days". WSFA. Retrieved December 21, 2010.
  5. "Todd Strange - Alabama Political Profile". Bama Politics. February 26, 2019. Retrieved October 31, 2020.
Political offices
Preceded by
Charles Jinright
Acting
Mayor of Montgomery
2009–2019
Succeeded by
Steven Reed
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