You're invited to join
us for our
37th Annual CMACOA Conference
September 18, 2026
7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Sheraton Hartford South Hotel, Rocky Hill CT
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Meet the Speakers!
Daniel Ettinger
Animal Control Officer, CEO of “Keep It Humane”
and host of “The Animal Control Report” Podcast.
Chris Hadis
Animal Health Inspector for Massachusetts Department of Agriculture - Retired Federal and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer - Instructor for Code 3, FEMA, National Animal Cruelty Investigations Academy and US Homeland Security
We need your Votes!
Please email your nominations to info.ctaco@gmail.com
Must be submitted by September 1, 2026
Paul Deneault - Theresa Foss Memorial CT Animal Control Officer of the Year Award
-Nominees do not have to be members of CMACOA
-Nominees must be an Active Animal Control Officer
-Any feats, acts of heroism, or achievements should be accompanied by a form of certifiable documentation.
-You may not nominate yourself
Donald E. Nay Memorial
Volunteer of the Year Award
In 200 words of less, please tell us why someone you know should be Volunteer of the year.
Only requirement is that the person must not be paid for the work performed.
You can include newspaper clippings or other documentation
We all deserve a night away, Enjoy a discounted Hotel Stay!
Sheraton Hartford South Hotel
100 Capital Blvd, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
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