John P. Hansen
American politician
John P. Hansen (born July 9, 1943) was a Michigan politician.
Early life
Hansen was born on July 9, 1943.
Education
Hansen earned a B.A. in science education, an M.A. in guidance and counseling, and a Ph.D. in school law, all from the University of Michigan.
Career
Hansen used to work as a teacher. Hansen served as superintendent of Dexter Community Schools from 1984 to 1998. Hansen worked as a part-time professor at Eastern Michigan University. Hansen served as a member of the Dexter Village Council. On November 3, 1998, Curtis was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the 52nd district from January 13, 1999, to December 31, 2002. Starting on January 20, 2012, Hansen served as interim city manager of Ypsilanti, Michigan after the previous city manager, Ed Koryzno, stepped down from the position. In February 2012, Hansen resigned from the position, leaving Ypsilanti city clerk Frances McMullan to serve as acting city manager during the vacancy he left.
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