Mikel Walker was born on December 14, 1956, in Rigby, Idaho. His younger years were spent growing up in Rigby. When Mikel was 12 years old, his parents decided to move their family-owned restaurant to Rexburg. The family made the move from Rigby to Rexburg in 1968. He worked for his father in the family restaurant while growing up, learning business skills that would benefit him later in life.
Mikel graduated from Madison High School in 1975. While in high school, Mikel became interested in Emergency Medicine and shortly after graduating began working part-time with Madison County Ambulance. He was hired full-time in October 1978, and worked with Madison County Ambulance and Madison Fire Department until his retirement in June 2016. He was serving as Assistant Fire Chief at the time of his retirement. Mikel loved his profession as a Paramedic-Firefighter and the people he served with. This time brought great joy and satisfaction as he served the people of Madison County.
Mikel has been married to Barbara Walker for 41 years. They have four children and ten wonderful grandchildren. Mikel and Barbara have been business owners in Rexburg for many years, having the opportunity to work with the people of Rexburg, Madison County, and the surrounding area. They owned and operated Walker Medical beginning in 1990 until they sold the business in 2001. Presently, Mikel and Barbara are owners of Paul Mitchell The School in Rexburg. They have been active in church and community affairs throughout the years. Many great people have mentored Mikel throughout his life, which has allowed him to experience many great things.
He was elected to the City Council in November of 2017. Prior to being elected to City Council, Mikel served on the Traffic and Safety Committee and has served on several City, County, and State Committees throughout his employment with the Fire Department. His liaison assignments include Parks and Recreation, Trails of Madison County, and the Mayor's Youth Advisory Board. Mikel and Barbara love Rexburg and the people that live here.