West Nile Virus and Mosquito Activity
Summary
Councilmember Pezold flagged a dramatic spike in West Nile virus — 718 positive mosquito samples countywide, up from 70 last year, and 18 human cases — and asked staff to bring in Vector Control for a public presentation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct city cost — the county district handles treatment at no charge to residents.
Residents get early warning and information to protect themselves from mosquito-borne illness.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council / Planning Agency - Oct 27, 2026
County vector control reports the worst mosquito year by raw numbers, with 894 West Nile-positive samples and 26 typhus cases countywide, though South County is doing better. Residents are urged to dump standing water, cover yard drains, and report green pools — free inspections and mosquito fish are available.
City Council / Planning Agency - Sep 22, 2026
Councilmember Pezold flagged a dramatic spike in West Nile virus — 718 positive mosquito samples countywide, up from 70 last year, and 18 human cases — and asked staff to bring in Vector Control for a public presentation.
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