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Millis renews three‑year intermunicipal animal‑control agreement with Medway
Summary
The board approved a three‑year renewal of the animal control services agreement with the town of Medway; the agreement includes payment arrangements for a new ACO vehicle.
The Select Board unanimously approved a three‑year intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Medway to continue shared animal control services.
The agreement, which renews a longstanding partnership, includes Appendix E describing payment shares for a new Animal Control Officer (ACO) vehicle that was approved at town meeting. Town staff praised the arrangement and described the Medway partnership as a successful example of intermunicipal cooperation; the ACOs handle a broad array of calls including wildlife and domestic animal incidents.
Why it matters: Shared services can reduce costs and increase responsiveness for smaller towns. Officials said the ACOs are active and responsive; the board suggested a future municipal moment to highlight animal control work and public education.
Next steps: The town will transmit the signed agreement to Medway and await their approval; town staff expected Medway's action within weeks.
