2010 - 2011 Final Report - Mosquito and Vector Control District

Conclusions 1

• CL1
  The Grand Jury found the District has an outstanding, knowledgeable staff. Their concern for the safety and comfort of the public goes beyond just doing a good job. The facility is clean, equipment well-maintained, and safety measures are taken to assure chemicals are properly stored. Due to the additional workload caused by foreclosed homes, continued expansion of the population, and the need to locate and treat standing water, the District does not have a sufficient number of staff. The Grand Jury concludes that the District has been successful, given existing staffing, in reducing the mosquito and vector infestation in its area of responsibility. RECOMMENDATIONS: The Grand Jury recommends that the County Board of Supervisors consider the possibility of establishing a local lab to reduce the costs of testing and expedite the results. The Grand Jury recommends that the RDA issue citations for noncompliant, contaminated pools and assess appropriate penalties. The Grand Jury recommends that additional staff be hired to locate and monitor standing water. The Grand Jury recommends that the District continue with the successful surveillance, testing, eradication, and publicity programs being used. Respondents: Written response required pursuant to PC933(c) Madera County Board of Supervisors 200 West Fourth Street Madera, CA 93637 Madera County Mosquito and Vector Control District 900 North Gateway Drive Madera, CA 93637 Respondents (Response Optional): Madera County Agricultural Commissioner 332 Madera Ave. Madera, CA 93637 Madera County Department of Public Health 14215 Road 28 Madera, CA 93638 Madera Redevelopment Agency ,