Politics & Government

Republican Candidate Profiles: Police and Fire Commission

Find out more about Suffield's Republican candidates for the police and fire commissions with information from the Suffield Republican Town Council.

KENNETH PASCOE, GOP candidate for police commission

Ken is a partner in the Accounting Firm of Bagge, Cennamo & Pascoe, LLP located in Windsor, CT.

He has extensive community service, being the past Treasurer and Director of the Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association, Suffield Chamber of Commerce and the Suffield High School Parents Association. He has also been a member of the Suffield Rotary Club for twenty years serving as President for two terms.

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If elected, Ken will secure the needed resources to ensure the safety and security of the residents of Suffield.

MATTHEW JOYAL, GOP candidate for police commission

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Matt is seeking his second term on the Police Commission. He brings a unique perspective due to his many years as a Little League coach, and Cub Master and his service to the United Way.

He holds a Master’s degree in both Business Administration and Education in Instructional Technology. He is also an Eagle Scout. If elected, he will maintain current staffing levels and increase officer training.

PAUL CHRISTIAN, GOP candidate for fire commission

Paul is seeking his first term on the Fire Commission. He grew up in Suffield and worked for many years in the family tobacco business before starting Advanced Sanitation.

He and his wife reside on Hill Street. Paul will seek to strengthen the department while operating in a fiscally responsible manner.

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