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Acton Business Partnership thanks O’Connor

The Acton community came together this week to celebrate retiring Chief Joseph O’Connor’s tenure in Acton. The Acton Business Partnership takes this as an opportunity to express appreciation to the Chief and the Acton Police Department for their partnership in keeping Acton vibrant, protected and welcoming to residents and visitors alike.

Chief O’Connor worked to build a strong relationship between the Acton Police Department and the Acton business community. From the moment the Chief arrived in Acton, he asked questions and listened intently to the business community on how safety could be enhanced. His engagement with the business community included tackling complex issues at the local level (traffic management, parking, large event safety planning, cellular coverage, data protection, Covid response, etc.) to national issues such as diversity, human rights, pandemic responses, school safety and more. 

CBP thanks Chief O’Connor for his service. We wish him all the best in retirement. We look forward to welcoming Interim Chief Thomas Mulcahy to further our shared commitment to a safe and welcoming Acton. 

Tyler Spring, President, Acton Business Partnership

Jennifer Clarke, Executive Director, Acton Business Partnership

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