Michael F. Barnes, a graduate of Greer High School, has owned and operated Barnes Towing for 38 years.
Mr. Barnes currently serves on the Planning and Development Committee, and is Chairman on the Public Safety and Human Services Committee.
Prior to being elected to County Council, Mr. Barnes served on the Greenville County Planning Commission; he is on the Board of Directors of the Towing and Recovery Associations of South Carolina where he served as past-president. Mr. Barnes is an active member of the Bailey Lodge and Hejaz Shrine Temple; he also participates with Greer's Relay for Life. Mr. Barnes donates his towing services and facility to the local Police and Fire Departments for continuing education and training.
Mike has been married to Lynn Barnes for 49 years. They have 2 daughters, Julie Barnes and Allison Crain, a son-in-law Todd Crain, and 2 grandchildren Makayla and Noah Crain.
