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## DISTRICT NEWS
# ************************************ Mosquito Control Matters! We help protect your health by controlling mosquitoes that spread disease. Mosquitoes are more than a nuisance; they are a major threat to public health. We use proven, effective methods to control mosquitoes and reduce the risk of mosquitoes-related diseases such as .  for the upcoming .
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# NEW MOSQUITO BUSTER SQUAD WEBSITE
Join the Mosquito Buster Squad and help them FIGHT the BITE with interactive games, fun stories, activities and learning about mosquitoes and all the different ways to BUST them. You can help the Dress Wizard wear long clothes at dusk and dawn, navigate the Defender through a maze of repellents to bring the right one to people that need it and MORE!
# MOSQUITOES
Aedes aegypti
Commonly called the Yellow Fever mosquito,
the Aedes aegypti mosquito has been found
in California.
Culex pipiens
Commonly called house mosquito,
this mosquito has been known to transmit
West Nile virus.
# TICKS
Ixodes pacificus
Also known as the western black-legged tick,
this vector has been known to transmit
Lyme disease.
# MITES and FLEAS
These are Ectoparasites that live on the body,
in clothing and in beds. They occasionally
transmit other diseases and parasites from
animals to humans. The District does not offer
control for these vectors.
# EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
# We provide mosquito control and prevention presentations for schools, professional associations, neighborhood associations and a variety of community service groups. We bring fun and engaging visual aids and informative publications for your class or group. **Email us** to set up a presentation for your classroom or community organization!
# PROGRAMS
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## **SPRAY ALERT**
#### GROUND SPRAY ALERTS
# Residents are encouraged to sign up for spray notification to receive information on treatments occurring in their zip code.
#### AIR SPRAY ALERTS
# The District is conducting aerial spaying based on the finding of West Nile virus activity in a specific area.
#### SPRAY FAQs
# Control of mosquitoes in their larval stages is the backbone of most mosquito control programs in California.
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## OUR SEVEN D’S OF MOSQUITO PREVENTION
# **DRAIN** any standing water that may produce mosquitoes. **DAWN** and **DUSK** are times to avoid being outside. This is when mosquitoes are most active. **DRESS** appropriately by wearing long sleeves and pants when outdoors. **DEFEND** yourself against mosquitoes by using an effective insect repellent, such as DEET, Picaridin or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus. Make sure you follow label directions! **DOOR** and window screens should be in good working condition. This will prevent mosquitoes from entering your home. **DISTRICT** personnel are available to address any mosquito problem you may be experiencing by calling 1-800-429-1022.
**CONTACT**
info@fightthebite.net
Monday-Friday
**ADDRESS**
8631 Bond Rd
1234 Fortna Ave
**MOSQUITO CONTROL MATTERS**
We help protect your health by controlling mosquitoes that spread disease. Mosquitoes are more than a nuisance; they are a major threat to public health. We use proven, effective methods to control mosquitoes and reduce the risk of mosquito-transmitted diseases such as West Nile virus.
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!ABOUT US
# **DISTRICT HISTORY**
In 1915, the California Legislature adopted the “Mosquito Abatement Act” to help protect people from health risks associated with mosquitoes. This provided the basis for creating Mosquito Abatement Districts throughout the state. View our governing laws of the California Health and Safety Code. On June 18, 1946, the Sacramento County-Yolo County Mosquito Abatement District was formed. The driving force behind the formation of the District was the need to protect the public against diseases transmitted by mosquitoes and relief from serious pest nuisance.
In July of 1990, the District Board voted to change the name of the District to the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District to better reflect the expanded services regarding ticks, yellow jackets and other vectors.
The District is governed by a Board of Trustees, each representing one of the incorporated cities or one of the counties within the District’s boundaries. Each Trustee is appointed by a City Council Member or by the County Board of Supervisors. Board meetings are held at 10:00am on the third Tuesday of each month in Elk Grove.
# **MISSION & VISION**
Our mission and vision is “To provide safe, effective and economical mosquito and vector control for Sacramento and Yolo counties”. To accomplish this, we provide ongoing surveillance of mosquitoes and other vectors to determine the threat of disease transmission and lower annoyance levels. As a District we promote cooperation and communication with property owners, residents, social and political groups as well as other governmental agencies to help in these efforts.
Our ultimate goal is to protect public health and welfare from diseases transmitted by mosquitoes such as West Nile virus, Western Equine Encephalitis, canine heartworm, malaria and others.
# **DISTRICT SERVICE MAP**
The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District provides year-round mosquito and vector control services to Sacramento and Yolo counties. The two counties combined comprise 2,013 square miles of urban, commercial and agricultural land. The District is divided into 26 geographical zones, with state-certified technicians responsible for all aspects of mosquito and vector control in each zone, from surveillance to treatment.
7:00am – 3:30pm
Elk Grove, CA 95624
Woodland, CA 95776
!ABOUT THE BOARD
# **BOARD MEETINGS**
The District is governed by a thirteen member Board of Trustees appointed by each county and incorporated cities in its jurisdiction. The board meets on the third Tuesday of the month, at 10:00am in the Board room at the District office at 8631 Bond Road in Elk Grove.
Members of the public may attend the board meeting remotely via Zoom and give comments on agenda items. To attend remotely, . After registration, a link to join the meeting via phone or online will be sent to your email. After joining the Zoom call, you will be placed on mute, and called on to speak. The Zoom call will end if the meeting is moved to closed session.
- 10:00am February 18th 2025
  - 10:00am March 18th 2025
    - 10:00am April 15th 2025
Board packets and agendas available for download:
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Board meeting minutes available by request. Please email info@fightthebite.net.
!DISTRICT JOBS
**No Current Openings**
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It is our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability or other protected classifications. Job applications received in the office will remain on file for two years. You will be notified by mail of employment opportunities that become available during that time.
!REQUEST A SERVICE
# **Service Around Your Home**
If you believe that you are having a problem with mosquitoes in your area, first ask yourself, “Am I being bitten?” There are many species of insects that are often mistaken for mosquitoes, but are in fact quite harmless. You know you have a real mosquito problem if you are being bitten.
Once you have concluded that you have mosquitoes, we ask that you attempt to obtain a sample mosquito. This can be done by gently swatting a live mosquito and placing it in a small plastic bag. This will help our field technicians to identify the species and determine the most effective treatment for that particular type of mosquito. For example, some species breed primarily in small isolated bodies of standing water, while other species are found almost exclusively in water-saturated treeholes.
# **Report a Dead Bird**
Help us protect you and your community by reporting dead birds and squirrels. Our District and the California Department of Public Health use dead bird reports to help identify areas of increased West Nile virus activity. Crows and magpies are particularly susceptible to the disease, so they make excellent early warning sentinels for virus activity.
If you see a bird that has been dead for less than 24 hours, please call 1-877-WNV-BIRD (1-877-968-2473) or report it ****.
# **Report a Neglected Swimming Pool**
Neglected pools can produce a high number of mosquitoes putting you and your family at risk for West Nile virus. Report a neglected pool by filling out the form below. A technician inspect the swimming pool and treat it appropriately to stop mosquitoes from developing.
# **Request Mosquitofish**
Often the best treatment for mosquitoes is to place small fish that feed on immature mosquitoes developing in the water. The most common fish used to accomplish this is the mosquitofish, also known as *Gambusia affinis*. The District raises these fish onsite and delivers them to residents of Sacramento and Yolo Counties at no charge, providing there is a need. The amount needed will be determined by the District field technician, who will then plant the fish in the identified water source.
# **Request a Presentation**
The District’s Public Information and Education program offers presentations to individuals of all ages. You may request a classroom presentation for students, a community presentation for your service group or a neighborhood association. Presentations are tailored and include an overview of mosquitoes, district services, mosquito and West Nile virus prevention tips and a question-and-answer session. In addition, the District provides brochures on various topics and other educational materials.
To request a presentation, please call us at 1-800-429-1022 or **email**.
# **YellowJacket Control**
If you have located a nest or hive the District may be available to help. Nests are often found in the ground, trees or walls of homes. Depending on the circumstances, technicians will attempt to spray, destroy, or relocate these nests. However, we are unable to do any structural pest control. Understand that if the nest has penetrated into the structure of your home or building, the District cannot treat it. Additionally, we will not be able to treat the upper-levels of multi-story buildings. At that point it will be necessary to hire a private Pest Control Agency to come and take action.
# **Service Request Form**
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# **Publications**
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!SERVICE FORM
# **Service REQUEST FORM**
**If you are requesting service for biting adult mosquitoes, please attempt to collect a sample of the mosquitoes in a plastic zipper bag to assist our technicians in identifying the species. You can leave the bag taped to your front door if not home. If you have any issues with the request form or would like to find out if we have already visited a potential mosquito breeding site, please call us at 1-800-429-1022 or email us here.**
**IMPORTANT – Do not use auto fill or auto type for your address, that will not work.**
To enter your address, start to type in your street address and then click on the matching address in the drop down window that appears.
After you tap your correct address, you should see “This address matches within Sac Yolo district” and a map of your address should appear. If you do not see the text or map, you need to try again to type and choose your address.
. After submitting you may close the window.