April Penno

• Long time resident of Burlington (35 years)
• Retired Parole Officer (27 years) with the federal government
• Intense experience with DV having dealt with perpetrators giving her a unique perspective on this issue and how wide-spread it is
• A survivor herself of intimate partner violence, both as a teen and more recently, as an adult
• Lover of all animals, especially felines (she has two of her own)
• Proud community volunteer at an animal shelter; and has previously volunteered at a women's shelter
• Sound experience as a former Board Member for a local Humane Society
• A proud Mom of two adult children; Kaitlyn & Jakob
• Enjoys reading (especially poolside or beachside) and spending time with her family and friends