Mike Klimesh is an American politician serving as a member of the Iowa Senate from the 32nd district. He was elected in November 2020 and assumed office on January 11, 2021.
Born as Michael Klimesh, he is affiliated with the Republican party. He graduated from South Winneshiek High School in Calmar, Iowa, and later earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Luther College.
Before his tenure in the Senate, Klimesh served as the mayor of Spillville, Iowa from 2008 to 2020. In 2010 and 2012, he was an unsuccessful candidate for the Iowa House of Representatives. From 2015 to 2016, he worked as a coach at the Northeast Iowa Community College.
In the Senate, Klimesh serves as the chair of the Transportation Committee. He also serves on the Commerce, Government Oversight, Local Government, and Ways and Means committees. He was also elected by his fellow Senate Republicans as an Assistant Majority Leader.
Community is important to Senator Klimesh, who has served on the emergency management commission, the Winneshiek County Economic Development Board, and Winneshiek County Tourism. He has also served on the Winneshiek County Community Foundation Board, the Winneshiek County Mayors Coalition, and several other boards and commissions.
Senator Klimesh met his wife, Kate, when they were students at Luther College. Since graduating from Luther, Senator Klimesh has managed Graphics Inc. for 20 years.
