Gov. Phil Scott has appointed Beth Quimby, a Republican, to fill the Caledonia-3 seat in the Vermont House of Representatives, according to a press release from the governor’s office.
She will complete the term of Rep. Charles Wilson, R-Lyndon, following his recent resignation. The Caledonian-Record reported he cited health issues in stepping down.
“My family, especially my mother Connie, has a long history of service to others. I am honored to follow in their footsteps,” Quimby, a Lyndon resident, said in a statement. “I thank Governor Scott for this opportunity. I consider it a privilege to represent my fellow Vermonters.”
Quimby was a middle school math teacher at Barton Graded School for over 30 years and worked with the Agency of Education to support several policies, including proficiency-based financial literacy standards, the release said.
She also served as an officer on the boards of three nonprofit organizations: Victory Granby Holiday in the Hills Historical Preservation Group, Concord High School Alumni Association, and The Concord Historical Society.
“Beth has a history of public service and involvement in her community and has the ability to hit the ground running for her constituents this session,” Scott in a statement. “I look forward to working with her to advocate for more fiscal responsibility and smart investments for our communities in Caledonia County, and all across the state.”
Quimby is scheduled to be sworn in next week.
