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Commissioners approve MOU with new animal rescue group to support county shelter

Commissioners of St. Mary's County · January 14, 2026
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Summary

The board unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding to formalize a partnership with the Animal Rescue and Outreach Organization (ARU), a newly formed 501(c)(3) that will fund medical care, expand foster and volunteer programs, and run a pet pantry for St. Mary's County animal shelter.

The Commissioners of St. Mary's County approved an MOU with the Animal Rescue and Outreach Organization (ARU), a newly formed nonprofit that presented plans to support the county animal shelter through fundraising, veterinary assistance and volunteer programs.

Jen Hutt of the Department of Emergency Services introduced ARU leadership and described rising shelter intakes: the…

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