Tim Czmowski Appointed to House Seat By Governor Rhoden

Governor Larry Rhoden has appointed former Milbank resident Tim Czmowski to the open seat for District 6 in the South Dakota House of Representatives. District 6 includes the municipalities of Harrisburg, Shindler, and Tea. The position became available by the departure of Representative Harry Otten. Otten resigned on January 14, citing family and personal obligations.:

The announcement was made on Wednesday, February 12. “It is my honor to appoint Tim Czmowski. He will bring a servant heart, creativity, and a strong work ethic to this role, “Governor Rhoden stated..

Czmowski graduated from South Dakota State University and was named a Distinguished Alumnus in 2023. He served in the South Dakota Army National Guard for 10 years and was recognized as the Battalion Soldier of the Year in 1986.

Czmowski was the Chairman of the Grant County Republican Party from 1998 to 2004, and he has over 40 years of experience in the cheese industry. He currently serves as the assistant chief judge of the United States and World Cheese Contests and the president of Cheeseworld. 

“I am grateful for Governor Rhoden trusting my abilities and giving me the privilege to serve the people of District 6 and South Dakota,” said Czmowski. “I will approach these duties similar to my past business and public service experience. I believe in clear, open communications to gather information from all perspectives to determine the best decision amongst the choices available.”

Czmowski and his wife, Patty, have been married for nearly 40 years. They have four adult children and three grandchildren.