Panny Gerken

Panny Gerken is a retired financial consultant who worked primarily with small businesses.  She has been involved in town government for many years serving in numerous capacities. Currently she is chair of the Bolton Council on Aging.

Bolton resident since: 1983

Bolton service: Bolton COA, Advisory Committee, Selectman (2005–08), NRSD School Committee as district treasurer, Long Range Planning Committee.

Other service: WHEAT community services board member/president

“The 2001 long range planning experience made me realize how much we can accomplish if we involve a diverse group working together to plan for Bolton’s future. I see the Master Planning Committee of 2020 as the natural extension of that process so I volunteered to be a part of it. I have an abiding belief that when people become involved, the town is the beneficiary and becomes a better place for everyone—more vibrant, more caring and more livable.”