Ted Barela is an American Republican politician formerly serving in the New Mexico Senate.[1] He was appointed by Governor Susana Martinez in 2015 to replace Phil Griego, who resigned. Barela previously served as mayor of Estancia, New Mexico, from 2008 until 2013.[2]

Ted Barela
Member of the New Mexico Senate
from the 39th district
In office
April 3, 2015 – January 2017
Preceded byPhil Griego
Succeeded byLiz Stefanics
Mayor of Estancia, New Mexico
In office
2008–2013
Personal details
BornEstancia, New Mexico
Political partyRepublican
SpouseJanice
Children3
Residence(s)Estancia, New Mexico

Personal life

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Barela and his wife, Janice, have three children: Jonathan, Alyssa, and Sharalynn; and six grandchildren: Quintin, Abigail, JC, Hattie, Gracelynn and Zander.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "About Ted". Ted Barela for Senate. Retrieved October 14, 2016.
  2. ^ Terrell, Steve (April 3, 2015). "Governor picks Ted Barela to replace Griego in Senate". Santa Fe New Mexican. Retrieved October 14, 2016.
  3. ^ "Ted Barela's Biography". Project VoteSmart. Retrieved October 14, 2016.