 West Nile Isolations Could Trigger Mosquito Spraying in PittsfieldIf there is a consecutive WNV isolation in the same area, the threshold for spraying application is reached. Pittsfield Health Board OKs Same Mosquito PlanEarlier this month, the board approved a mosquito control plan for 2025 that mimics the previous years' with the option to opt into adulticide mosquito spraying, if necessary. Pittsfield Board of Health Wants to Mosquito Spray If NecessaryThe Board of Health has endorsed a mosquito plan that includes adulticide spraying if necessary. It hopes to gain the City Council's support. Pittsfield Health Board Continues Mosquito Plan ApprovalThe panel continued its vote on the 2024 mosquito control plan during its regular meeting on Wednesday, two days after a public hearing with divided input on adulticide spraying.  Mosquito Spraying Polarizes Pittsfield Meeting Ahead of BOH VoteMosquito spraying remains a polarizing topic as the Board of Health approaches its decision on a control plan. Pittsfield Sets Public Meeting on Mosquito ControlFollowing clashing viewpoints from the former City Council and Board of Health on mosquito spraying, the city has set a community meeting on April 29 to discuss its management plan.  Pittsfield Health Board Plans Mosquito Task Force, Public OutreachThe Board of Health will establish a task force to handle mosquito control after efforts to resume to spraying were not supported by the City Council. |
