City of Center Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

City of Center Mosquito Spraying Increased

City calls for local help in controlling mosquito population

CENTER, Texas (August 23, 2012) – Since August 13, 2012, the City of Center has increased the frequency of vector control spraying for mosquitoes from three times a week to every weekday morning.  The spray hours are between 4:00 to 6:30 am when mosquitoes are less active.  The amount of chemical distributed was increased by 30% in order to better treat targeted areas.  Environmentally safe mosquito pellets are applied to ditch and creek water in the City in an effort to kill mosquito larva.

The City will continue to provide these measures but need help from residents.  We are asking that any rubbish such as old tires, aluminum can piles, junk, debris, excavations, or any parcel of land where the vegetation has grown over 18 inches be removed, mowed or cleaned.  Any area where unwholesome, impure, stagnated or offensive water is standing should be cleared immediately.  These places provide a breeding ground for mosquitoes.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation concerning this matter.  If there are any questions or concerns, please call City Hall at 936/598-2941 or visit or call the Inspections Office at 301 Nacogdoches Street at 936/598-2055.