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Schools invited to
join communities at West Nile, mosquito control seminar; grant $$ available
for mosquito control
Schools that may be
concerned about mosquitoes during athletic events and around school
property next summer and fall are encouraged to partner with community
officials and attend the Dept. of Health’s West Nile Preparedness and
Mosquito Control Seminar. The event is set for Monday, March 15, Ramkota
River Centre, Pierre. A registration fee of $10 to cover the noon meal and
breaks is due by March 8.
Registration is
available in a downloadable format at
http://www.state.sd.us/doh/WNVprogram.pdf or via a link from the state’s
homepage at
http://www.state.sd.us/ .
The seminar is designed
for South Dakota municipalities and partnerships that are considering public
mosquito control programs in 2004. Seminar speakers will provide
information on the status of West Nile virus in South Dakota, mosquito
control and management, educating the public about West Nile, and responding
to West Nile virus. Specialists from Centers for Disease Control, the SD
Dept. of Health, SDSU Cooperative Extension Service, and other public and
industry representatives will be available throughout the day.
The Department of
Health’s grant program for 50% matching funds for mosquito control equipment
and chemical will be discussed and information on preparing a mosquito
management plan will be provided. The Department has a one-page grant
application available on its website at
www.state.sd.us/doh/WNVgrants/; eligible
applicants are municipalities, counties, tribal governments, or any
combination in a partnership agreement. Schools can participate in
partnerships for the purpose of integrated mosquito control in their locale. |
