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Ryan Oathout

Cohort 5

Jurisdiction: Wendell

University: NC State

Hometown: Apex, NC

Biography

Ryan Oathout works on the Town of Wendell’s Community-Wide Housing, Maintenance, and Ownership program, which assists residents in identifying housing issues, promotes safety and proper maintenance, and explores town improvements aligned with the Board of Commissioners’ strategic plan.

Before LFNC

Ryan Oathout is serving his fellowship with the Town of Wendell. Oathout graduated magna cum laude from North Carolina State University with a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in history.

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