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Lake County Government: Gale Decker

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Gale was born and raised in Lake County, Montana. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Montana. Gale lives with his wife, Susie, in the North Crow area east of Pablo. He continues to serve as a volunteer coach for basketball, cross-country and track, and serves as chairman of the Ronan Hall of Fame committee.

Gale worked as a teacher in the Ronan School District for 33 years before entering public service.

Gale L. Decker currently serves as the County Commissioner for District 3 in Lake County, Montana. He was first elected to this position in 2012. Prior to his role as County Commissioner, Decker served as the Lake County Superintendent of Schools for 6 years.

As of October 2, 2024, Gale L. Decker did not have a website or any information online.

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Gale L. Decker

- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county level. These laws show up in tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay in property taxes, providing recreational amenities, and maintaining county property.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government, such as personnel management, communications, and appointments for advisory boards.
- County Commissioners in Montana are typically elected to 6-year terms in staggered years. Counties may change the Commissioners' term length if they wish. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district. 

Creates new laws, levies property taxes, and passes the budget for your county.

Lake County Commissioner, District 3

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