Director Michelle Lee was elected to the Board of Directors of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District in 2020 and is currently serving her second term. Director Lee has served as the Board’s President and Vice President, and on various subcommittees. Director Lee currently serves on the executive committee of the Contra Costa Special District’s Association, and also promotes advocacy work in mental health and public safety.

Lieutenant Colonel (Ret) Lee retired from the United States Air Force after 36 years of service in support of national agencies, joint operations, and combatant commands. She held various leadership positions in both the European and Pacific theaters and received numerous awards and decorations for outstanding service.

Director Lee is a graduate of Leadership San Ramon Valley, Rotary Leadership Academy Fremont Citizen Police Academy, and San Ramon Valley CERT. She is also certified in Special District Governance through the California Special District Association. She earned a Political Science B.A. degree from UC Berkeley and a Master of Military Operational Art and Science degree from the United States Air Force Air University.

Michelle is an active member of Rotary International.  During her years with Rotary, she has served as past Club Foundation President, Club Co-President, and on various committees. The impactful work of several projects has connected her with many parts of the local community, as well as given her the opportunity to travel to Mexico, Kenya, and Uganda for international service projects. For two decades, she has also been a member of the American Legion, serving multiple positions including Post Commander. She is also a Director on the Executive Board of the Diablo Valley Veterans Foundation and a member of the San Ramon Valley Mental Health Advisory Council.  

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