Kenneth Lee for Maryland State Senate District 27
About Ken
Ken was born and raised in Baltimore City in a working-class family where he attended public schools. He graduated in 1984 and a few years later was accepted into the Baltimore City Fire Academy. Ken was assigned to one of the city's busiest responding units in West Baltimore as a firefighter/EMT. Early in his career he accepted the position of First Acting Lieutenant, taking on additional responsibilities when needed. Throughout his career, Ken was honored with Exemplary Performance Awards and Certificates of Appreciation for going above and beyond the call of duty.
When not at the fire station, Ken was always hard at work on various part time jobs. In 1998 he obtained and secured a MHIC contractor/salesman license and, along with the help of his wife, started their home improvement business. Ken retired from the fire department in 2007 after 20 years of service and continues to run a successful business with his wife and son.
Married in 1994, Ken and Connie moved to Huntingtown in the year 2000. They live on a small farm, have 3 children, many pets and are the main caregivers for Ken's dad. Fishing, camping and hiking are some of the activities the family enjoys together.
Ken has volunteered for the public school system, various animal rescue groups, and participated in neighborhood cleanups. He coached his sons' soccer teams and officiated his goddaughter's wedding. Ken ran for Congress in 2020.
