Never mind. I finally got through to the town clerk and she gave me an unambiguous no for keeping chickens or waterfowl in the city.
Guess I will have to get my hands dirty in some politiking if I want this changed.
Excellent. I am moving to Waltham next week and have been trying to get an answer on this question.
I will still keep them somewhat stealthy as I have no desire to piss-off my neighbors even if it is legal.