Member
Board Member, Northwestern Water and Sewer District
Ryan Lee brings extensive education and workforce development expertise to the Northwestern Water and Sewer District Board of Trustees. Appointed by the District's municipal members in 2026, his current term extends through December 2028.
Professional Experience Lee serves as Assistant Superintendent at Penta Career Center, a leading career-technical education institution in northwest Ohio. In this role, he oversees programs and staff that connect high school and adult learners with in-demand technical careers and regional employers, with particular emphasis on strengthening the skilled trades and infrastructure-related workforce pipeline.
Community Service In addition to his service with Northwestern Water and Sewer District, Lee has demonstrated a long commitment to public service:
- Central Joint Fire District- Active firefighter and former Assistant Fire Chief (24 years of leadership experience)
- Jerry City- Former Mayor and Council Member
- Elmwood Board of Education- Former Board Member
Education Lee holds a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Administration from Bowling Green State University.
Through his diverse experience in education, public safety, and municipal governance, Lee contributes valuable strategic planning, workforce development, and community engagement expertise to the Northwestern Water and Sewer District's mission of providing reliable water and sewer services to the region.