A Loss And An Injustice

To the Editor:

I am writing in support of the reinstatement of Carolee Mason as animal control officer (ACO). The need for an ACO in a community is to act as a bridge between human and nonhuman animals. There are lost and abandoned pets to be sheltered, conflicts with wild and domesticated animals to be mediated, and abuse and neglect situations to be investigated.

In all of these situations, Ms Mason has proven herself to be superb. She is fearless in the face of frightened or aggressive animals, gentle and respectful of animals in a manner that prompts them to trust her instinctively, and diplomatic and understanding in dealing with people. She has given a thousand percent of herself to the job. If Carolee Mason is not reinstated as ACO, it will be a huge loss to Newtown and an injustice to her.

Sincerely,

Marjorie Cramer, MD

38 Huntingtown Road, Newtown                                     April 8, 2009