Biography of Paul Kelley

Supervisor Kelley was born and raised in Sonoma County. He grew up just west of Santa Rosa on Olivet Road. He attended local schools, graduating from Piner High and Santa Rosa Junior College. Paul graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in computer science and a minor in history.

Mr. Kelley began his professional career as an operations manager in a small chemical company. He spent a year working for Robert Young Vineyards (Alexander Valley) in the office as well as in the vineyard.

Utilizing his degree in computer science, Mr. Kelley became a computer programmer and systems installer. He worked for several software firms, including Standard Structures (where he brought a new computer system online) and KLH Consulting (a small computer company based in Santa Rosa).

Mr. Kelley decided to change his career path; he became involved with children’s education as a private school teacher. Paul taught math and history to Junior High, fifth and sixth grade students. He also coached the basketball team.

Paul has always been active in his community. He was the Charter Secretary for the Windsor Kiwanis Club, playing a major role in its formation. Paul was involved in the incorporation of the Town of Windsor and was a member of a community committee.

Paul stays involved in the community as a member of the Windsor Kiwanis Club, and holds office hours in each city he represents. Anyone interested in meeting Supervisor Kelley can reach him at the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. They can also reach Supervisor Kelley at his email address: pkelley@sonoma-county.org. “I sincerely appreciate the honor and the confidence of the voters of the 4th District to allow me to serve them.”

Supervisor Kelley is the Chair of the Board of Supervisors for 2009 and Board liaison to General Administrative Services. His current term started on January 1, 2007.