Larry Wolgast
Larry Wolgast | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Topeka, Kansas | |
| In office April 9, 2013 – January 8, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Bill Bunten |
| Member of the Topeka City Council | |
| In office April 2009 – April 9, 2013 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Larry Wolgast August 28, 1940 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Anita Wolgast |
| Children | 2 sons |
| Alma mater | Kansas State University University of Kansas |
Larry E. Wolgast is an American politician who has served as mayor of Topeka, Kansas since April, 2013[1] and previously served as Kansas Secretary of Human Resources in the Cabinet of Governor John W. Carlin.[2]
Larry is married to Anita Wolgast, who is currently the co-chair of NOTO. They have two grown sons and five grandchildren. He enjoys climbing Colorado Mountains and has run in and completed 3 marathons.
Early Life and Education
He is a Kansas native who grew up in Wabaunsee County. He has an undergraduate degree from Kansas State University and a master’s and doctorate degree from the University of Kansas.
Career
Larry Wolgast was elected Mayor of Topeka in April, 2013, having previously served on the Topeka City Council and as Deputy Mayor.
He was the administrative assistant to Congressman Bill Roy and a cabinet secretary in the administration of Governor John Carlin. Larry served in administrative positions at United Way of Topeka, K-NEA, and as teacher and administrator in the Topeka Public Schools.
Larry retired as Vice President of Development of Menninger Foundation but continued as a consultant with non-profits and active in community service.
Larry has served on boards at the local, state and national level including YMCA of Topeka, Topeka Shawnee County Landmarks Commission, Topeka Symphony and Topeka Performing Arts Center.
References
- ^ "Topeka - Directory of Public Officials". The League of Kansas Municipalities. Archived from the original on 2013-11-03.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "AP via the Lawrence Journal-World of January 22, 1986". News.google.com. 1986-01-22. Retrieved 2013-11-05.
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