Quick Facts
Biography
Kathleen Eagan (born 1943) is an American politician who served as the mayor of Truckee, California. She is also an environmental activist and a member of the National Women's Hall of Fame.
Career
Eagan worked for Wells Fargo in San Francisco for 16 years, until moving to Truckee.
Eagan became interested in incorporation analysis which led her to run successfully for a spot as a Truckee council in 1993.
After serving as a council member, Eagan became the first mayor of Truckee, California in 1996, serving two terms until 2001.
In 2004, Eagan successfully ran for a spot on the Tahoe Airport board of directors. Eagan served on the board until December 2012, also serving as President of the Board twice during her tenure.
Eagan has worked to restore local habitats including marshland and streams, including protections to the Truckee River.
Personal life
Eagan and her husband live in Prosser Heights neighborhood of Truckee, California.