Avon Representative Endorsed By Republicans

AVON, CT — Republican delegates unanimously endorsed Leslee Hill at a virtual convention Tuesday night to run for a second term in the 17th House District. The district includes Canton and part of Avon.

“Serving the 17th District has been an incredible honor and I look forward to continuing my service for the next two years,” Hill said in a statement. “The pandemic has compounded many existing problems statewide, but the residents and businesses of Canton and Avon have also shown their resiliency during this time. Our communities deserve a clear path ahead and I am ready to continue my work with both sides of the aisle to represent the 17th District and accomplish the goal of reopening our state and moving forward.”

Randall Bowers, chairman of the Avon Republican Town Committee, nominated Hill. “Over the last 2 years Leslee Hill has worked tirelessly to represent her constituents and the citizens of this state. While no one could have predicted the COVID-19 crisis two years ago, as a representative democracy it is imperative that we elect leaders with the strength of character, integrity, and perseverance we can trust to faithfully represent us through unforeseen challenges. For that reason, I am proud to nominate Leslee Hill as our representative for the 17th district.”

Before being elected as state representative, Hill served as the first Republican woman elected First Selectman in the history of Canton. She also served on Canton’s Board of Education for eight years, three as Board chair, according to a statement.

During her current term, Hill was among legislators who led the discussion to preserve school district independence leaving greater local control with Avon and Canton School Boards.

Additionally, she greatly advocated for policies improving access to critical social services for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preserved critical programs for our seniors, and supported small businesses community.

Hill and her husband, Richard, live in Canton and have two daughters, Ainsley and Katie. Both attended Canton Public Schools. Before public service, Hill practiced law. She earned a B.A. in Political Science from Providence College and went on to earn her J.D. from Western New England University.

For inquiries related to the campaign, you can e-mail leslee@hillforcthouse.com.