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Pamela Z. Sawyer
Republican Whip

95 South Road, Bolton 06043
Residence: 860-649-5655
Capitol: 1-800-842-1423 or 860-240-8700

Education: University of Rhode Island: BA in Science Education and graduate work

Occupation: Former Teacher

Public Service: Member of the Board of Education 1981-1993, Justice of the Peace, member of the Bolton Republican Town Committee, member of the Bolton Women’s Club, member of the National Order of Women Legislators (NOWL), and founding member of the UConn Parents Association

Legislative Service: State House of Representatives 1993, 1995, 1997 (Assistant Minority Leader), 1999 (Assistant Minority Leader), 2001 (Assistant Minority Leader), 2003 (Minority Whip), 2005 (Minority Whip), 2007 (Minority Whip)

Committees: Education, Higher Education, Legislative Management, Transportation

Pamela Z. Sawyer is currently serving in her eighth term as State Representative for the 55^th District that includes the towns of Andover, Bolton, Hebron, and Marlborough, having most recently been re-elected on November 7th, 2006... [Full Biography] (PDF/12kb)

[2005 Gallery]
[2006 Gallery]

Rep. Sawyer stands among Hebron veterans and some of their families.
Representative Sawyer meets with Hebron veterans on November 8, 2007.

The group is standing together with Rep. Sawyer in the Atrium of the LOB.
Rep. Sawyer meets with the Pack 124 Webelo Cub Scout Troop from Andover during their visit to the state Capitol on November 11, 2007.

Rep. Sawyer addresses approximately 15 people seated in a committee room.
Rep. Sawyer hosts a seminar with state officials, to assist the Town of Bolton in researching what options are available for funding assistance. The town is undertaking a full review of municipal and school building facilities. October 16.

Rep. Sawyer taping "Rep. Sawyer Reports" with guest Judge Daniel Caruso, Chairman of the CT Siting Council.

Rep. Sawyer is a guest on "Bolton Live" with host Joyce Stille. Pam discussed the activities of the general Assembly and Bolton issues.

Rep. Pam Sawyer at the dedication of the new War memorial on the Bolton town green, September 29, 2007.
Rep. Pam Sawyer is joined by State Police Colonel and Mrs. Thomas Davoren at the dedication of the new war memorial on the Bolton town green, September 29, 2007.

The three legislators are talking together in the house chamber.
Rep. Sawyer (Right) speaks with Rep. Kalinowski (Left) and Rep. Candelora (Center) during the September 20th House Special Session on the state's bonding package.

Rep. Giuliano, UConn President Hogan, and Rep. Sawyer are standing and talking.

Rep. Sawyer speaks informally with UConn President, Michael Hogan, and Republican Colleague Rep. Marilyn Giuliano.

Rep. Sawyer speaks in support of our flagship university at a press conference with UConn's new president, Michael Hogan, 9/18/07.

Rep. O'Neill speaks as Rep. Sawyer looks on with fellow republican legislators and senators.

Rep. Sawyer looks on as Republican colleague, Rep. Arthur O'Neill (R- Southbury) speaks in support of the Republican request for a special session to address the Connecticut Three Strikes legislation, September 6, 2007.

Pam, Pat, and Craig are standing together, side by side, and the US Flag is in the background.
Rep. Sawyer meets with constituents Pat and Craig Williams of Marlborough for a tour of the state Capitol, August 7, 2007.

Rep. Sawyer is shown with about 25 Swiss students in the hall of the house.
Rep. Sawyer welcomes a group from Switzerland known as the "Swiss Renegades." When the Marlborough Junior Ancient Fife & Drum Corps visited Switzerland, this group was inspired to for their own Fife & Drum Corps based on the Marlborough Americans. They visited the State Capitol and Marlborough July 25. Rep. Sawyer is presenting a citation to the group.
Below, the group is joined by the current Marlborough Fife & Drum Corps.

The group is joined in the hall of the house by the Marlborough students, now totaling perhaps 35.

The group is standing around the Governor in her office.
Rep. Sawyer (far right) stands with many others in support as Governor Rell signs HB7275: "An Act Concerning The Face Of Connecticut". This law will help to protect the health and well-being of Connecticut's communities by assisting municipalities in restoring and preserving the natural, agricultural and historic resources that constitute the face of Connecticut.

Rep. Sawyer is standing next to Gov. Rell and is speaking.
Rep. Sawyer speaks with Governor Rell after the Handicapped Parking bill was signed into law to express her appreciation on behalf of those with disabilities.

The group is standing behind the Governor as she sits at her desk and signs the bill into law.
Rep. Sawyer joins Governor Rell and other interested parties as HB 7311:"An Act Concerning Geothermal Heat Systems" is signed into law, July 3, 2007.

Pam is standing in the middle and Phil and Denise in the LOB in front of the flag.
Rep. Sawyer visits with constituents Phil Parizeau and Denise Esslinger, June 2007.

Rep. Frey is sitting at his desk and Rep. Sawyer is standing in fron of his desk and listening.
Rep. Sawyer listens as Rep. Frey gives his interpretation of a bill being discussed, June 6, 2007.

Rep. Pam Sawyer with With Department of Public Health Commissioner Galvin during the Commissioner's swearing in by Governor M. Jodi Rell.

The group walks down the street.
Memorial Day, 2007: Marching along Bolton Center Road across from the Town Green, just after a rain shower is, from Left to right, with some spectators, retiring First Selectman Bob Morra, Selectwoman Leslie Shea, Selectman Don Palmer, State Rep. Pam Sawyer, and Selectman Josh Hawks-Ladd.

Sawyer speaks at a podium; a wreath of flowers is on the table.

With Cmdr Hope from the Marlborough American Legion Post 197 at left, Rep. Pam Sawyer reads "In Flanders Field'" composed by Dr. John McCrae during the first World War, during Memorial Day 2007 observances, at the Veterans Memorial located at the Town Hall.

Sawyer waves, walking alongside Black.
Pam Sawyer marching up South Main St with Marlborough's First Selectman Bill Black on Memorial Day, 2007.

Rep. Giuliano is to the left, Dr. Ballard is in the middles, and Rep. Sawyer is to the right.
Rep. Sawyer greets Dr. Ballard as he is honored by the state House of Representatives as one of "Connecticut's Finest" for his many contributions to science in our state, May 16, 2007.

Rep. Sawyer is stanidng, facing the flag, with her right hand over her heart. Rep. Aman and others are doing the same behind her.
Rep. Sawyer leads the House Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance, May 15, 2007.

Representative Pam Sawyer, in a tan pantsuit, is seated to the left on a green cushioned chair with a wood frame and speaking to Representative Caron, to the right in khaki slacks a blue blazer and tie with
with a light blue shirt on an identical chair. Between them is a coffee table, a pair of plants, and the Connecticut state flag on the wall behind them.
Representative Sawyer and Representative Michael Caron (R, 44^th district) discuss Connecticut's energy issues on "Rep. Sawyer Reports".

The two are standing together and Bella is holding her invention.
Rep. Sawyer and Bella Prieto show off Bella's invention, "Bottoms Up Peanut Butter", at the Invention Convention, April 11, 2007.

Delaney Stimson demonstates her invention,"The Crayon Cuff", on Rep. Sawyer. It would help to keep loose crayons organized when using them ona project, April 11, 2007.

Gordon is placing the ball in the ball buddy to show Rep. Sawyer how it works.
Gordon Cooke of Marlborough Elementary School explains "The Ball Buddy" to Rep. Sawyer during the Invention Convention on
April 11, 2007.

Rep. Sawyer is leaning over and listening to Zachary explain.
Rep. Sawyer listens as Zachary Davis, Grade 1, explains his invention, "Banana Gripzz", April 11, 2007 at the Invention Convention.

Rep. Sawyer talks with Stephen Hawes, a 6th grader from Marlborough, whose invention would help trombone players keep the extra moisture from the instrument contained,
April 11,2007.

Samantha is showing off her invention to Rep. Sawyer.
Samantha Bove, shows Rep. Sawyer her invention , "The Cardholder".Her invention would help kids, arthritic people, the elderly, and handicapped to hold a hand of cards effectively during a game.
April 11, 2007

The two are talking about Melanie's great invention.

Marlborough First Grader, Melanie Sanclemente, explains how she developed her invention, "The Happy Wake Up Clock", April 11, 2007.

John is pulling out the mail helper to show Rep. Sawyer.

Josh Sousa, of Marlborough, demonstrates "the Mail Helper" for Rep. Sawyer at the Invention Convention at the state Capitol, April 11, 2007.

Rep. Sawyer is standing with Andrew and holding the shower power.

Rep. Sawyer shows off Andrew Hawes' invention, "The Shower Power", during the Invention Convention at the state Capitol, April 11, 2007.

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Rep. Sawyer with a baby chick and Liz Henson of The Henson Menagerie of Bolton at the Russell Mercier Senior Center

Colonial Tea offered at Russell Mercier Senior Center. Pictured with Representative Sawyer are Olivia Shumbo, Keleigh Shumbo, Juliet Walker, Jacqueline Shumbo and Dana Nappi.

This is from the opening ceremony where the Sr. and Jr. King and Queen were crowned at the Russell Mercier Sr. Center, 14 Stonecroft Dr. Hebron.

Senior King : Frank Leibler
Senior Queen: Dottie Stomberg
Junior King : Joey Brosseau
Junior Queen : Kylie Heneghan

Also Saturday, March 9 at the 17^th Annual Hebron Maple Festival, Rep. Sawyer mees with local artist Diana Wythe Tyler of Amston (Wythe Studios 13 Reidy Hill Rd.) showing a copy of the painting of the State Capitol Pam has hanging in her office.

Also Saturday, March 9 at the 17^th Annual Hebron Maple Festival: Photo of WWII Observation Post with Debbie Morrow and Courtney Morrow of Hebron. Located on the grounds of the First Congregational Church.

Photo of Hebron Women's Club table with Hebron Mugs. Hebron Women's Club members: (L-R) Wendy Raymond, Rep.Pam Sawyer, Mindy Johnston, and Lee Alexander.

Rep. Sawyer takes an opportunity to speak on the behalf of a former colleague as nominations and appointments are reviewed and voted on by the House, March 7, 2007.

Rep. Sawyer shares information with colleague Rep. Michael Caron before the start of the sessions day, March 7, 2007.

Pam Sawyer held office hours at the Andover Library. From L to R: Trudy Hyatt, library patron , Pam Sawyer and library staffer Anne Merry

Rep. Sawyer clarifies the "Learn Here, Live Here" proposal with Keith Phaneuf from Journal Inquirer of Manchester CT after the press conference.

Representative Sawyer and Representative Dolly Powers (R-Greenwich) share a laugh during the first day of the new Session.

Representative Sawyer raises her right hand as she is being sworn in on Opening Day of the 2007 Session.
January 3, 2007

Representative Sawyer is sworn in on the Opening Day of the 2007 Session.
January 3, 2007

State Representative Pam Sawyer, Co-Chair of the Legislature's Small Town Coalition welcomes legislators and town leaders to the Capitol.

Representative Pam Sawyer stopped by the Andover Public Library in December to make sure Santa and Mrs. Claus knew about all of the good children in the 55^th district.

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