HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2004-075 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-075
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THAT THE SAN LUIS
OBISPO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SUPPORT THE
FORMATION OF A VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, it has been found that the disease West Nile virus, a serious threat to the
health of our community, has been discovered within San Luis Obispo County; and
WHEREAS, West Nile virus has caused the deaths of at least four people with the State
of California, and infected over one hundred more; and
WHEREAS, the West Nile virus is spread to people and animals by mosquitoes infected
with the disease; and
WHEREAS, other health problems associated with mosquitoes and other pests can only
be effectively addressed in a regional fashion; and
WHEREAS, the County of San Luis Obispo is one of the only counties within the State
that currently does not have a Vector Control District in place.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Atascadero
that the formation of a Vector Control District within the County of San Luis Obispo should have
a high priority with the Board of Supervisors and should be authorized for voter approval at the
earliest possible time.
Upon motion by Council Member O'Malley and seconded by Council Member Scalise, the
foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirely on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Members Clay, O'Malley, Pacas, Scalise and Mayor Luna
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ADOPTED: September 28, 2004
ATTEST: Ct OF ATAS DERO
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Marcia McClure Torgerson, C.M. , City Clerk Dr. Geode Luna, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Thomas R. Gibson, Interim City Attorney