Stamford Board Of Education Member Decides To Step Down

STAMFORD, CT — Benjamin Lee, a Democratic member of the Stamford Board of Education, informed school and city officials this week that he will be stepping down due to increased work responsibilities.

Lee was first elected in 2021. His final day on the board will be Dec. 31.

"I was recently promoted to a more senior role at my law firm. While I have been able to balance the demands of my career and commitment to my young family with public service for many years, continuing to balance those commitments has proven very difficult in the past few months, and I must recognize that the time has come for me to make room for someone who can give the Board of Education the full commitment it deserves," Lee said in his resignation letter.

Lee noted that he ran for a spot on the board with a particular focus on the state of school infrastructure. He said he's been heartened by advances in that area over the last year. He congratulated Superintendent of Stamford Public Schools Dr. Tamu Lucero on securing state funding for the city's schools.

"I truly believe that the implementation of the Long-Term Facilities Plan will result in building the schools our children deserve and have been encouraged by the work to follow that plan. I wish you and the Board the best of luck in continuing to build on that vital work," he said.

Outside of his wife and two children, Lee said the greatest honor of his life has involved public service. He's a former Army officer who was deployed to Afghanistan. He has also served on the Stamford Board of Representatives.

"Although I regret that I cannot continue to serve at this time, I remain committed to being an active citizen in our community," Lee said.

Stamford Democratic City Committee Chair Robin Druckman said the committee will begin the process of identifying a nominee in January, according to the Stamford Advocate.

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