Gov. Mark Parkinson announced the appointment of Troy Findley to the office of Lieutenant Governor today at press conference held in the Capitol.  Findley served as chief of staff to former Gov. Kathleen Sebelius since 2005 and has remained in that position under the leadership of Gov. Parkinson.  Prior to his service in the Sebelius administration, Findley spent eight years as a member of the Kansas House of Representatives representing east Lawrence.

Kansas Democratic Party Chairman Larry Gates released the following statement after the announcement:

“Gov. Parkinson has hit the ground running since taking office and once again he has made the smart, common-sense choice for the people of Kansas.  Troy Findley is an incredibly capable public servant who has dedicated his professional life to serving the people of Kansas.  I have known Troy for years and he is a man of impeccable character who has always worked for the best interests of Kansans.

 

 

“As both a former legislative leader and chief of staff to former Gov. Sebelius and Gov. Parkinson, our new Lieutenant Governor is uniquely positioned to continue finding the best solutions for Kansas.  Gov. Parkinson and Lt. Gov. Findley will continue to provide the leadership Kansas needs to tackle the challenges that face us.  I have the utmost faith in this team and this administration to lead our state.”