It is with great sadness that the Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association shares the passing of Dr. Sanford E. “Sandy” Klein, Commissioner of the Roslyn Water District, on January 16, 2026.

Dr. Klein served as a Commissioner of the Roslyn Water District since 2011 and was re-elected to a three-year term in the District election held in December. Throughout his service, Dr. Klein was deeply committed to the principles of local accountability, fiscal responsibility, and the delivery of safe, reliable, and affordable drinking water to the community he served.

Dr. Klein’s dedication to public service and his thoughtful leadership left a lasting impact on the Roslyn Water District and the broader water community. He will be remembered for his commitment to protecting public health and ensuring a sustainable water supply for future generations. He was widely respected by his fellow commissioners and colleagues throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

Dr. Klein is survived by his wife, Barbara, their four daughters, and their grandchildren. The Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association extends its deepest condolences to Dr. Klein’s family, friends, and colleagues.