HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 2003.08.14 - 27059REPORT (MISC. 103194) August 14, 2003
BY: General Government Committee, William R. Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: MR #03194 — BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS — WEST NILE VIRUS FUND
REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS —
FISCAL YEAR 2003 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The General Government Committee, having reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution
#03194 on August 4, 2003, reports with a recommendation that the resolution be
adopted.
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move
acceptance of the foregoing report.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
General Government Committee Vote:
Motion carried on a roll call vote with Webster absent.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION 403194
BY : Mike Rogers, District #14, David L. Moffitt, District 415
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF
FARMINGTON HILLS - FISCAL YEAR 2003 ALLOCATION
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a
West Nile Virus Fund Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution
403060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and townships (CVTs)
with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus
and to help protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of
Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the City of
Farmington Hills has submitted a resolution of authorization to the
County for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the FY 2003 authorized amount of funding for the City of
Farmington Hills is $30,373.51 from the West Nile Virus Fund as
repayment to the City of Farmington Hills for expenses incurred in
connection with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the project submitted by the City of Farmington
Hills as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the FY 2003
appropriation in the amount of $30,373.51 from the West Nile Virus Fund
(Account 490-210000-23030-9098) to repay the City of Farmington Hills
for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project,
once proper invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing -solution
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COUNTY MICHIGAN
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES HEALTH DIVISION
George J. Miller, M.A.. Manager
Depart*nt of Human Services
Géorge Ji Miller; M.A.
ManagerkIe41th Officer
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L. BROOKS PATTERSON, OAKLAND COUNTY EXECUTIVE
July 23, 2003
Timothy J. Soave, Manager
Oakland County Fiscal Services Division
Executive Office Building
1200 North Telegraph Road, Department 403
Pontiac, Michigan 48341-0403
Dear Mr. Soave:
I am in receipt of a West Nile Virus fund reimbursement request from the City of
Farmington Hills dated July 17, 2003. After having reviewed their documentation,
I find them in partial compliance with Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Miscellaneous Resolution 03060 (they are currently missing expense invoices)
and in compliance with the four major categories for reimbursement. This letter
will, therefore, certify that all expenses submitted for reimbursement are for
qualifying mosquito control projects. Should you have any questions, please
direct them to me at 248-858-1410.
Sincerely,
OAKLAND COUNTY HEALTH DIVISION
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cc: Thomas J. Gordon, Ph.D., Director
Oakland County Department of Human Services
Dan Rooney, DPW Superintendent, Farmington Hills
Tom Biasell, Director of Public Services, Farmington Hills
Tracy Slintak, Environmental Coordinator, Farmington Hills
Robert Malloy, Maintenance Supervisor, Farmington Hills
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICES
Thomas P. BlasetI, Director
248.871.2530
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Division of Building Maintenance
31555 Eleven Male
Farmington Hills, AY 48336
248.871.2536
248.871.2401 Fax
Division of Engineering
31555 Eleven Mile
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
248.871.2560
248.871.2401 Fax
Division of Public Works
27245 Waisted Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
248.871.2850
248.871.2851 Fax
City of Farmington Hills
31555 Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336-1165
July 17, 2003
Timothy J. Soave, Manager
Oakland County Fiscal Services Division
Executive Office Building
1200 N. Telegraph Road, Dept. 403
Pontiac, MI 48341-0403
Subject: Reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund
Dear Mr. Soave:
The City of Farmington Hills has completed the spring and early summer phases of our mosquito control—West
Nile Virus program. The Farmington Hills West Nile Virus Program is an ongoing effort which will generate
significant additional cost for the City of Farmington Hills beyond the expenses detailed herein. In brief, the
efforts to date included the following:
• Catch basin treatments with larvicide briquettes: After surveillance confirmed mosquito breeding had
started, DPW staff treated 4,840 right-of-way catch basins with larvicide briquettes. This effort will stop
mosquito larvae from developing into adult mosquitoes. Staff will periodically monitor the catch basins
throughout the season to ensure effectiveness of this method.
• Public information campaign: The City has implemented a public information campaign which advises
citizens on how to avoid West Nile Virus, e.g., clothing, repellant, avoidance of mosquito-active periods
of the day, etc. This information is available on our web site, on our cable channel, through public talks,
and an informational brochure distributed to City buildings.
• Letters: A special letter-writing campaign was initiated by the Director of Public Services to encourage
the treatment of catch basins on commercial and private property (see attached samples and mailing lists).
In addition, staff has surveyed all local retailers to determine if they are stocking mosquito-control
products. The DPW mailed letters to each merchant in the City, encouraging them to carry products that
can assist homeowners associations, businesses, apartment managers, and condominiums to help in the
fight against the West Nile Virus. In addition, a press release was issued by the Department of Public
Services resulting in an article in the Farmington Observer (copy enclosed).
Attached is a summary, along with support documentation, detailing the cost (to date) of the City's efforts to
reduce the risk of West Nile Virus. If additional documentation is needed to comply with the requirements of the
grant, please advise. Otherwise, the City of Farmington Hills is requesting a reimbursement from the Oakland
County West Nile Virus Fund in the amount specified in the fund's distribution table ($30,373.51).
Should you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact the Farmington Hills DPW at
(248) 871-2850.
Sincerely,
Dan Roney
DPW Superintendent
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Attachments
cc: Tom Biasell, Director of Public Services
Tracy SliMak, Environmental Coordinator
Robert Malloy, Maintenance Supervisor
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CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS
MOSQUITO CONTROL - WEST NILE VIRUS PROGRAM
COST REPORT
JULY 3,2003
EMPLOYEE ACTIVITY RATE HOURS TOTAL
D kw- 21 $1,328.67
- of catch basin larvicide treatment -
Public information carn..i. n 29.14 1 $29.14
Tracy Slintak Public information campai n n, • ublic 37.21 165.5 $6,158.26
service announcement, catch basin
monitoring, various other activities
Jilt Pines Public information campaign 34.45 15 $516.75
Sue Patterson Public information campaign, order 23.89 13 $310.57
tracking
DPW Road Maintenance Larvicide catch basin treatments Various 276 $24,295.22
Staff
Total I i 1$32,638.61
Kinko's Printing - public information campaign $260.00
Grand Total $32,898.61
REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE(1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
08 - DRAINAGE STRUCTURE MAINTENANCE
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I - Location
01 01-E Franklin FairwaY Subdivision
06/02/03 4.00 4.0 LBR.HRS. 498.27
02 02-Z SECTION 2
06/02/03 3.00 3.0 304.70
03 03-0 Oaklands Subdivision
05/30/03 2.00 2.0 151.13
03 03-Z SECTION 3
06/02/03 4.00 4.0 407.26
04 04-A Wedgwood Commons Subdivision
06/12/03 3.00 3.0 232.70
04 04-B Straton Hills Subdivision
06/11/03 0.50 0.5 33.79
04 04-D Kings Pointe Subdivision
06/11/03 1.50 1.5 191.36
04 04-E Briar Hill Subdivision
06/11/03 1.00 1.0 46.57
04 04-F Heritage Hills Subdivision
06/12/03 5.00 5.0 586.83
04 04-G Willowbrook Commons Subdivision
06/11/03 1.00 1.0 103.57
05 05-Z SECTION 5
06/02/03 4.00 4.0 428.26
06 06-A CountrY Ridge Subdivision
06/03/03 3.00 3.0 338.46
06/02/03 1.00 1.0 127.57
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REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE(1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
06 06-B Farmington Ridge Subdivision
06/11/03 4.00 4.0 465.27
06/03/03 3.00 3.0 308.46
07 07-Z SECTION 7
05/29/03 3.00 3.0 510.20
08 08-A Farmington Green North Subdivision
05/29/03 1.00 1.0 179.07
08 08-B Dunbar Oaks Subdivision
05/30/03 1.50 1.5 147.10
08 08-D Farmington Green West Subdivision
05/30/03 1.50 1.5 132.10
05/29/03 1.00 1.0 182.07
08 08-G Chelsea Crossing
05/29/03 1.00 1.0 71.07
08 08-H Halsted Hills
05/29/03 1.00 1.0 113.07
09 09-A Drake Farm Subdivision
05/29/03 0.50 0.5 156.79
09 09-B ColonY Park West Subdivision 1 & 2
05/29/03 2.00 2.0 213.13
09 09-D ColonY Park West Subdivision # 3
05/29/03 1.50 1.5 167.36
09 09-E Farmington Green Subdivision
05/30/03 3.00 3.0 367.70
09 09-G Kendallwood Subdivision
05/30/03 2.00 2.0 189.13
10 10-Z SECTION 10
05/29/03 4.00 4.0 546.27
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REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
WOMMIMIN
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE(1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
11 11-Z SECTION 11
05/28/03 3.00 3.0 256.70
12 12-Z SECTION 12
05/28/03 5.00 5.0 457.83
13 13-Z SECTION 13
05/27/03 4.00 4.0 549.27
14 14-Z SECTION 14
05/27/03 2.00 2.0 153.13
15 15-B Ridgewood Manor Subdivision
05/27/03 0.50 0.5 22.04
15 15-C Power Road
05/27/03 0.50 0.5 22.04
15 15-Z SECTION 15
05/28/03 0.50 0.5 82.04
16 16-Z SECTION 16
05/28/03 2.00 2.0 238.13
17 17-Z SECTION 17
05/28/03 1.50 1.5 177.10
18 18-Z SECTION 18
05/27/03 2.00 2.0 237.13
19 19-Z SECTION 19
05/23/03 3.00 3.0 366.20
20 20-A Hunt Club Subdivision
05/28/03 2.00 2.0 256.13
20 20-B Independence Commons Subdivision
05/29/03 1.00 1.0 176.07
05/28/03 2.00 2.0 238.13
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REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE (1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
08 - DRAINAGE STRUCTURE MAINTENANCE
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21 2I-Z SECTION 21
05/23/03 2.00 2.0 LBR.HRS. 261.13
22 22-Z SECTION 22
05/23/03 3.00 3.0 298.70
23 23-A Supervisor's Plat #14
05/23/03 1.00 1.0 91.57
23 23-C CountrY Corners
05/22/03 0.50 0.5 33.79
23 23-E Pines of Farmington
05/23/03 2.00 2.0 150.13
23 23-F Ten Mile Rd. Plat No. 2
05/22/03 0.50 0.5 33.79
23 23-G RIDGEVIEW DRIVE
05/22/03 0.50 0.5 48.79
23 23-H Pinebrook Sub (Elmhurst)
05/22/03 0.50 0.5 21.79
24 24-Z SECTION 24
05/27/03 6.00 6.0 681.40
25 25-2 SECTION 25
05/22/03 6.00 6.0 615.40
26 26-A Westhill Woods Subdivision
05/23/03 1.00 1.0 62.07
26 26-B HollYwood Subdivision
05/23/03 1.00 1.0 74.07
26 26-C Stonecreek & Westgate-3 Subdivisions
05/22/03 1.00 1.0 134.07
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REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE (1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
26 26-D Middlebelt-Ten Mile Rd. Plat #1
05/22/03 1.00 1.0 77.07
26 26-E Tarabusi Grand River Gardens
05/22/03 1.00 2.0 65.07
26 26-F Westlake-2 Subdivision
05/23/03 2.00 2.0 187.13
05/22/03 1.00 1.0 158.07
26 26-G Kemberton Park Subdivision
05/22/03 1.00 1.0 173.07
26 26-H Regal Orchard Subdivision (26)
05/23/03 1.00 1.0 110.07
29 29-Z SECTION 29
05/19/03 3.00 3.0 114.20
30 30-Z SECTION 30
05/19/03 5.00 5.0 850.33
31 31-A Meadow Brook Park Subdivision
05/20/03 4.00 4.0 300.27
31 31-Z SECTION 31
05/19/03 8.00 8.0 750.53
32 32-Z SECTION 32
05/20/03 6.00 6.0 888.40
33 33-Z SECTION 33
05/20/03 4.00 4.0 315.27
34 34-Z SECTION 34
05/20/03 2.00 2.0 76.13
35 35-A Regal Orchard Subdivision (35)
05/30/03 1.00 1.0 76.57
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REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE(1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
08 - DRAINAGE STRUCTURE MAINTENANCE
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35 35-Z SECTION 35
05/21/03 6.00 6.0 LBR.HRS. 525.40
36 36-A Gardens Farms Subdivision
05/22/03 1.00 1.0 65.07
05/21/03 2.00 2.0 135.13
36 36-E Meadowbrook Heights Subdivision
05/22/03 1.00 1.0 68.07
36 36-F Grand Gardens Subdivision
05/22/03 1.00 1.0 71.07
36 36-Z SECTION 36
05/21/03 8.00 8.0 814.53
C.H. CITY HALL
06/27/03 4.00 4.0 74.57
06/26/03 16.00 16.0 298.29
C.O.F.H. CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS - GENERAL
05/23/03 1.00 1.0 45.94
05/14/03 4.00 4.0 160.94
DPW DPW YARD
06/25/03 2.00 2.0 60.15
06/04/03 10.00 10.0 303.26
DRA DRAKE ROAD
06/13/03 3.00 3.0 310.70
ELE ELEVEN MILE ROAD
06/24/03 2.50 2.5 147.92
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1.0
5.0
3.0
0.5
2.0
7.0
1.0
55.57
415.83
223.70
24.79
120.13
532.97
91.57
06/20/03 1.00
HAL HALS TED ROAD
06/13/03 5.00
INK INKSTER ROAD
06/20/03 3.00
LYT LYTLE ROAD
06/24/03 0.50
MID MIDDLEBELT ROAD
06/20/03 2.00
06/19/03 7.00
ORL ORCHARD LAKE ROAD
06/19/03 1.00
REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE(1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
08 - DRAINAGE STRUCTURE MAINTENANCE
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06/23/03 3.00 3.0 LBR.HRS. 199.70
FAR FARM INGTON ROAD
06/16/03 5.00 5.0 355.83
FOL FOLSOM
06/24/03 1.00 1.0 46.57
FOU FOURTEEN MILE ROAD
06/23/03 2.00 2.0 135.13
FRE FREEDOM
06/24/03 2.00 2.0 123.13
GIL GILL ROAD (LYTLE - EIGHT MILE ROAD)
06/16/03 2.00 2.0 87.13
HAG HAGGERTY ROAD
06/23/03 3.00 3.0 223.70
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Activity Totals
Program Totals
Grand Total
277.0 24,295.22
276.00 24,295.22
276.00 24,295.22
276.00
REPORT DATE: 07/02/03 UPDATED: 07/02/03
WORK PERFORMANCE AND COST DETAIL
All Management Units
From: 04/01/03 To: 06/30/03
All Districts - All Location Types
PROGRAM ACTIVITY/ LOC TYPE (1) LABOR TOTAL
DISTRICT LOCATION/WORK DATE HOURS ACCOMPLISHMENT TOTAL COST
06/18/03 8.00 8.0 636.53
06/17/03 8.00 8.0 669.53
POW POWERS (N. OF TEN MILE ROAD)
06/20/03 1.00 1.0 49.57
SHI SHIAWASSEE
06/20/03 1.00 1.0 49.57
THI THIRTEEN MILE ROAD
06/24/03 1.50 1.5 71.36
TUC TUCK ROAD (EIGHT MILE TO SHIAWASSEE)
06/24/03 0.50 0.5 21.79
CITY OF FARMING TON HILLS
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
31555 W 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336-1165
(248) 473-9558
R-86-03
RESOLUTION
IT IS RESOLVED, that CitixfOitincil hereby approVes and adopts the attached Resolution authorizing
reimbursement of eligiblenausquito 'control activity under Oaklari&‘4County's West Nile Virus Fund
Program.
Motion bg BARNETT
Support by ELLIS
Roll Call Vote;
Absent:
Abstentions:
BARNETT, BATES, BRICICNER, ELLIS, GRANT, MC RAE AND
OWERIO
NOW
NO!
NONE
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
I, Kathryn A. Dornan, theitlulkla..0.60zedZity Clerk áf the titrof Farmingtan Hills, Oakland County,
Michigan, do hereby certify'aiatIlic foregoing is ,a true copy' or wiesolutiarfaApted by the City Council
of the City of FaiMiligto,u Hills on May:, 12, 2003
man, City Clerk
DATE: May 14, 2003
DATE: May 13, 2003
CITY OF FARMING TON HILLS
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
31555 W 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336-1165
(248) 473-9558
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING WEST NILE VIRUS FUND EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT
WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the Oakland County Executive, the Oakland County Board
of Commissioners has established a West Nile Virus Fund Program to assist Oakland County cities,
villages and townships in addressing mosq4ovcontrotaetivities; and
WHEREAS, Oakland County's West Nile Virus Fund Program authorizes Oakland County cities,
villages and townships:A apply for reimbursement" Oftigible expenses Incurred in connection with
personal mosquito prbtectin Ineasures/aclivity, mosquito 'habitat tridtOtion, Mosquito larviciding or
focused adult mosquito inseAcide Spraying in designated community green areas; and
WHEREAS,. the of Farmington Hills, Oakland County, Michigan, has ..„Incurred expenses in
connection with mosquito control activities believed to be eligible for reimbursement under Oakland
County's West Nile Virus 'Fund, Progiani.
„."
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the this Council- authorizes and directg tits , pm Director,
Dan Rooney, as agent for the 'City of Fannington Hills, in the manner and to the extent provided under
Oakland County Board of Commissioner Miscellaneous Resolution MR MO, to request
reimbursement of eligible mosquito control nab' under Oakland County's West Nile Virus Fund „., Program.
Motion by: BARNETT
Support by: ELLIS
Roll Call Vote:
Yeas:
Nags:
Absent'
Abstentions:
I, Kathryn A. Doman, the duly authorized City Clerk of the City of Farmington Hills, Oakland County,
Michigan, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the City Council
of the City of Farmington Hills on May 12, 2003.
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urn to drawing board Citizens urged to help
combat West Nile eel the new course because
students registered months
ago. To offer classes that have
not even been examined by
the executive curriculum
committee is an egregious cir-
cumvention of educational
responsibility. Classes are
canceled for much less com-
pelling reasons.
Our district's party line that
it doesn't micromanage is also
a lame defense, especially
given the board's word-by-
word dissection of an athletic
manual whose importance can
be no greater than a curricu-
lum impacting all our stu-
dents.
Our mandate is clear. We
must return to the drawing
table to ensure we deliver the
finest education in the context
of the principles and values
that shape our country. We will
have failed if we graduate stu-
dents with just a passing famil-
iarity of American government.
They must be intimately aware
of what makes America
unique.
Our country, our world is at
a dangerous crossroads. We
had better proceed with cau-
tion before there is no turning
back.
Linda Stulberg is a Farmington Hills
resident.
The district repeatedly
dodges questions about the
qualifications of the authors of
the international studies cur-
riculum. Do they have
advanced degrees in interna-
tional affairs, foreign policy or
world diplomacy? It's one
thing to teach an expertly writ-
ten and professionally bal-
anced curriculum; it's another
to author one!
Where was the professional
oversight to screen out the "fil-
ters" of bias? The result is not
education — it is indoctrina-
tion.
Consider one of the "key
concepts" drawn from the cur-
riculum: "The American media
has done little to broaden the
debate or to embrace dissent-
ing opinions on American for-
eign policy." Before our chil-
dren are brainwashed with
such propaganda, they should
compare our robust media
with those of other societies.
Particularly disturbing is the
anti-American drooling from
the Rethinking Schools Web
site cited in the curriculum:
"U.S. government is ill-placed
to lecture the world about ter-
rorism. Let's clarify with stu-
dents what precisely we mean
by terrorism. And then let's
encourage students to apply
this definition to U.S. conduct
in the world."
As an American who recoils
at the memory of I am
appalled by this interpretation
equating U.S. foreign policy
with terrorism. In fact, in the
unit devoted to terrorism,
there are no statements con-
demning it. If our intent is to
graduate informed citizens of
the world, perhaps we should
teach them about the violent
fundamentalist ideologies that
threaten the West. Evil preys
on ignorance. We cannot
afford to let our children be
vulnerable because we didn't
equip them with an incisive
understanding of American
democracy.
The city of Farmington Hills
is taking action to reduce the
local mosquito population
and combat the spread of
West Nile virus.
City workers have treated
all city-owned storm sewer
catch basins on public proper-
ty with a slow-release larvi-
cide, known to kill mosqui-
toes that breed inside these
structures.
Since the city's program is
limited to parks, municipal
facilities, and public right-of-
ways, private citizens are
urged-to take the following
steps themselves:
• Eliminate standing water
- Mosquitoes breed in stag-
nant, polluted water.
Eliminate these habitats by
emptying and cleaning out
clogged rain gutters, chil-
dren's swimming pools, bird-
baths, unused tarps, or any-
thing that traps water for a
few days. (Healthy wetlands,
running water in creeks or
tributaries, or non-stagnant
water in retention areas are
not considered mosquito
breeding areas.)
• Treat private storm water
catch basins - There are many
private storm sewer structures
located in backyards, side
yards, and subdivision open
spaces. The bottoms of these
structures are prime mosquito
breeding grounds.
These can be treated easily
with a drop-in larvicide, avail-
able from local retailers. Look
for the mosquito control prod-
ucts display.
• Educate yourself about
West Nile virus - Through
mailings, the city Web site,
and articles in the local paper,
the city is providing residents
with information about this
public health issue.
• Reduce the risks of con-
tracting the virus - In areas
where there are weeds, tall
grasses, or bushes, protective
clothing such as long pants
and long-sleeved shirts should
be worn.
The use of insect repellants
is also recommended.
Follow manufacturers' safety
directions, especially for use
with children.
Working together in a corn-
munity-wide effort, citizens
can help reduce the mosquito
population and decrease the
spread of West Nile virus.
If you have questions about
West Nile virus prevention
efforts, please call the DPW at
(248) 871-2850.
248/473-9521
PAX 248/4745925
Deputment of Public Services
Division of Building Maintenance 473-9520
Division of Engineering 473-9590
Division of Public Works 553-8580
City of Farmington Hills
31555 Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336-1165
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICES
News Release: 6-24-03
Contact: Jill Pines - 248-871-2850
City Takes Action on West Nile Virus Prevention
The City of Farmington Hills is taking action to reduce the local mosquito population and
combat the spread of West Nile Virus. City workers have treated all City-owned storm sewer
catch basins on public property with a slow-release larvicide, known to kill mosquitoes that
breed inside these structures.
The City recognizes that local residents and property owners share these concerns about
West Nile Virus. Therefore, all citizens are asked to help in the fight to reduce or eliminate
mosquito habitats. Since the City's program is limited to City-owned property such as parks,
municipal facilities, and public right-of-ways, private citizens are urged to take the following
steps themselves:
• Eliminate standing water — Mosquitoes breed in stagnant, polluted water. Eliminate these
habitats by emptying and cleaning out clogged rain gutters, children's swimming pools,
birdbaths, unused tarps, or anything that traps water for a few days. (Healthy wetlands,
running water in creeks or tributaries, or non-stagnant water in retention areas are not
considered mosquito breeding areas.)
• Treat private storm water catch basins — There are many private storm sewer structures
located in backyards, side yards, and subdivision open spaces. The bottoms of these
structures are prime mosquito breeding grounds. These can be treated easily with a
drop-in larvicide, available from local retailers. Look for the mosquito control products
display.
• Educate yourself about West Nile Virus — Through mailings, the City web site, and
articles in the local paper, the City is providing residents with information about this
public health issue.
• Reduce tl of contracting the vi sni — In areas where there are weeds, tall grasses, or
bushes, protective clothing such as long pants and long-sleeved shirts should be worn.
The use of insect repellants is also recommended. (Follow manufacturers' safety
directions, especially for use with children.)
Working together in a community-wide effort, citizens can help reduce the mosquito
population and decrease the spread of West Nile Virus. If you have questions about West Nile
Virus prevention efforts, please call the DPW at 248-871 -2850.
248/4'73-9521
FAX 24.8/474-5925
Department of Public Services
Division of Building Maintenance 473-9520
Division of Engineering 473-9590
Division of Public Works 553-8580
City of Farmington Hills
31555 Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336-1165
June 27, 2003
Dear Property Owner:
The City of Farmington Hills is taking action to reduce the local mosquito population and combat the
spread of West Nile Virus. Our City workers have treated all storm water catch basins on public property
with a slow-release larvicide, known to kill mosquitoes that breed inside these structures.
As a local property owner, we know that you share our concern about West Nile Virus. Therefore, we ask
for your help in reducing or eliminating mosquito habitats. Since the City program is limited to City-
owned property such as parks, municipal facilities, and public right-of-ways, we urge citizens to join the
fight against West Nile Virus by taking the following steps themselves:
• Eliminate standing water — Mosquitoes breed in stagnant, polluted water. Eliminate these
habitats by emptying and cleaning out clogged rain gutters, children's swimming pools,
birdbaths, unused tarps, or anything that traps water for a few days.
• Evaluate water on your property — Healthy wetlands, running water in creeks and tributaries, or
non-stagnant water in backyard ponds or retention areas are not considered mosquito breeding
areas. Water that has algae, mowed grass to the edge, or a goose population is considered
unhealthy and should be treated with a mosquito control product.
• Treat private storm water catch basins on your property — There are many private storm sewer
structures located in parking lots, driveways, backyards, side yards, and subdivision open spaces.
The bottoms of these structures are prime mosquito breeding grounds. These can be treated
easily with a drop-in larvicide, available from local retailers (see attached list).
• Educate yourself about West Nile V — Through mailings, the City web site, and articles in the
local paper, the City is providing residents with information about this public health issue.
• Reduce the risks of contracting the virus — In areas where there are weeds, tall grasses, or bushes,
protective clothing such as long pants and long-sleeved shirts should be worn. The use of insect
repellants is also recommended. (Follow manufacturers' safety directions, especially for use
with children.)
Working together in a community-wide effort, we can reduce the mosquito population and decrease the
spread of West Nile Virus. We thank you for your assistance in improving the quality of life in the City of
Farmington Hills.
CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS
DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS
(248) 871-2850
Attachments: Brochure
Retailer List
248/473-9521
FAX 248/474-5925
Department of Public Services
Division of Building Maintenance 473-9520
Division of Engineering 473-9590
Division of Public Works 553-8580
Ci0 of Farmington Hills
31555 Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336-1165
June 27, 2003
Dear Commercial Property Owner:
The City of Farmington Hills is taking action to reduce the local mosquito population and combat the
spread of West Nile Virus. Our City workers have treated all storm water catch basins with a slow-
release larvicide, known to kill mosquitoes that breed inside these structures.
As a commercial property owner, we know that you share our concern about West Nile Virus. Therefore,
we ask for your help in reducing or eliminating mosquito habitats. Since the City program is limited to
City-owned property such as parks, municipal facilities, and public right-of-ways, we urge commercial
property owners to join the fight against West Nile Virus by taking the following steps as soon as
possible:
• Contact your pest management service — If you currently use a service, contact them for advice
on how to handle mosquito populations and which mosquito control products meet your needs.
• Eliminate standing water — Mosquitoes breed in stagnant polluted water. Eliminate these
habitats by emptying and cleaning out clogged rain gutters, garbage pails, unused tarps, or
anything that traps water for a few days.
• Evaluate water on your property — Healthy wetlands, running water in creeks and tributaries, or
non-stagnant water in ponds or retention areas are not considered mosquito breeding areas. But
water that has algae, mowed grass to the edge, or a goose population is considered unhealthy and
should be belled with a mosquito control product
• Treat storm water catch basins — The bottom of storm water structures are prime mosquito
breeding grounds. These can be treated easily with a drop-in larvicide, available from local.
retailers.
• Forward this information — If you are not the owner of the property, please make sure that this
information gets to the person who is responsible for environmental concerns.
Working together in the interest of public health, we can reduce the mosquito population and decrease the
spread of West Nile Virus. We thank you for doing your part to improve the quality of life in the City of
Farmington Hills.
CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS
DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS
(248) 871-2850
2481473-9521
FAX 244/474-5925
Deportment of Public Services
Division of Building Maintenance 473-9520
Division of Engineering 473-9590
Division of Public Works 5534580
City of Farmington Hills
31555 Eleven We Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336-1165
June 27, 2003
Dear Merchant:
The City of Farmington Hills is taking action to reduce the local mosquito population and combat the
spread of West Nile Virus. Our City workers have treated all storm water catch basins with a slow-release
larvicide, known to kill mosquitoes that breed inside these structures.
The City's program, however, is limited to City-owned property such as parks, municipal facilities, and
public right-of-ways. So, we need your help as we encourage all property owners to join in the effbrt to
reduce mosquito habitats. Through mailings, the City web site, and articles in the local paper, we are
urging all property owners — including owners of commercial sites, apartments, retail outlets, and
industrial properties — to become aware and help in the fight.
We ask that your retail outlet stock and display mosquito control products that contain the bacteria known
as "Bti.” We also ask you to help answer residents' questions and concerns about the use of these
products. (Please refer to the attached brochure for detailed information on West Nile Virus.)
Together, we can reduce this health risk and improve the quality of life in our community.
CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS
DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS
(248) 871-2850
Attachment: Brochure
Where can I purchase the recommended mosquito control
products?
Several local retailers carry effective, environmentally safe products that contain
the bacteria known as Bti. They come in doughnut-shaped cakes (dunks) and
loose granules (bits) that can be easily applied to open water and catch basins.
These products will need to be reapplied every few weeks to maintain their
effectiveness. Gloves are recommended as a precaution, but if used properly
these products don't pose a hazard to people or animals. As always, follow the
label directions. The following stores carry the dunks. We suggest you call
ahead for availability.
Jean's Hardware 29950 W. 12 Mile Rd., 248-626-2828
between Orchard Lake and
Middlebelt
Damman Hardware 23314 Farmington Rd. at 248-471-1256
Grand River
Frank's Nursery and Crafts 31590 Grand River Ave., 248-476-0210
west of Orchard Lake
7300 Haggerty Rd. at 14 248-661-5737
Mile Road
Meijer 20401 Haggerty Rd. at 8 248-349-2700
Mile Road
Farmer John's Greenhouse 26950 Haggerty Rd. at Hills 248-553-7141
Tech Drive
Home Depot 32525 Northwestern Hwy. 248-737-3766
between 13 & 14 Mile Rds.
355 Haggerty, Walled Lake 248-624-0196
Many local retailers are looking into carrying the granules, known as "mosquito
bits". Check with individual stores to find out more information.
A.CO Hardware
31580 Grand River
Farmington, MI 48336
Damman Hardware
22104 Novi Road
Nevi, MI 48375
K-Mart
37175 Grand River
Farmington, MI 48335
Target
495 Haggerty Road
Walled Lake, MI 48390
Costco
20000 Haggerty
Livonia, MI 48152
Home Depot
355 Haggerty
Walled Lake, MI 48390
Home Depot
32525 Northwestern Hwy.
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
ACO Hardware
29615 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
K-Mart
30800 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Target
30020 Grand River
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Jean's Hardware
29950 Twelve Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Meijer
20401 Haggerty
Northville, MI 48167
Home Depot
39500 Seven Mile Road
Northville Twp., NH 48167
Frank's Nursery & Crafts
31590 Grand River
Farmington, MI 48336
Damman Hardware
23300 Farmington Road
Farmington, MI 48336
HA Smith Lumber & Hardware
28575 Grand River
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Target
20100 Haggerty Road
Livonia, MI 48152
Sam's Club
24800 Haggerty
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Meijer
1703 Haggerty
Commerce Twp., MI 48382
Home Depot
47950 Grand River
Novi, MI 48374
Frank's Nursery & Crafts
7300 Haggerty
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
Farmer John's Greenhouse
26950 Haggerty
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Mr. Ken Massey, President
COHA
36796 Quakertown
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Ms. Mary Hurd, Secretary
COHA
33742 Lyncroft
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Mr. Phil Martin, Trustee
COHA
27876 Larson Lane
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Mr. Paul Konarske, V.P.
COHA
37853 Glengrove
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Mr. Jim Prest, Treasurer
COHA
24485 Glen Orchard
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Ms. Norene Yuskowatz, Trustee
COHA
28401 Lake Park
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Mr. John Ferrol, V.P.
COHA
29968 Northbrook
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Mr. Bob Hull, Trustee
COHA
21790 Parklane
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Mr. Joel Sloan
COHA
33076 Oak Hill
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
COHA
P.O. Box 3417
Farmington Hills, MI 48333-3417
First Apostolic Lutheran Church
26325 Halsted
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
North Farmington Community
Church
32500 W. 13 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Forest Park Baptist Church
26805 Farmington Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
St. Alexander's Church
27835 Shiawassee
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
St. Colman's Catholic Church
32500 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Harvest Temple Worship Center
23233 Drake Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
House of God
35394 Spring Hill
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Farmington Hills Baptist Church
28301 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Chinese Bible Church
28111 W. 10 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, ME 48336
St. Andrew Kim Church
21177 Halsted
Northville, MI 48167
Farmington Hills Church of Christ
36500 Eleven Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day
Saints
33900W, 13 Ivfile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Good Shepherd Primitive Baptist
20909 Whitlock
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Fundamental Baptist Temple
25275 Power
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Christian Bible Fellowship
21504 Farmington Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
St. Clare of Assisi Church
29200 W. 10 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Farmington Hills Church of God
25717 Power
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
North Congregational Church
36520 W. 12 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Trinity Episcopal Church
26880 LaMuera
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Faith Covenant Church
33415W. 14 /vfile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church
25225 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Arva Pratinidhi Sabha America
24467 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
St. Paul's Latvian Ev. Lutheran
Church
30623 W. 12 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Choi h-Soon Pastor Parsonage
23013 Watt
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Antioch Lutheran Church
33360W. 13 Nfile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Bethlehem Ev. Lutheran Church
35300 8 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Hope Lutheran Church
39200W. 12 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
St. John Lutheran Church
23225 Gill
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
28000 New Market St.
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
20805 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
St. George of Kratovo Macedonian
Orthodox Church
29141 W. 12 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Assumption Cathedral Rectory
32592 Eleven Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Jesus Center
20911 Inkster
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
St. Thomas Orthodox Church
29150W. 10 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
First Presbyterian Church
26165 Farmington Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Grace Chapel
27996 Halsted
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Oakland Hills Community Church
35700 12 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Universalist Unitarian Church
25301 Halsted
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Salvation Army
27500 Shiawassee
Farmington Hills, ME 48336
Nardin Park Methodist Church
29887 Eleven Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Farmington Seventh Day Adventist
Church
29831W. 10 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, ME 48336
Orchard United Methodist Church
30450 Farmington
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Birmingham Temple
28611W. 12 A/file Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Congregation Bais Chabad
32000 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Adat Shalom Synagogue
29901 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Anjumane Najmi
20959 Orchard Lake
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Botsford Place Terrace Apts.
27883 Independence
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Cedarbrook Apartments
23870 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Covington Club Apartments
33000 Covington Club
Farmington Hills MI 48331
Farmington Manor Apartments
30100 Nine Mile
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Freedom Village Apartments
21971 Farmington Road
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Green Hill Apartments
22225 Green Bill Road
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Burlington Management
23870 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Cedaridge Apartments
21399 Tulane
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Fairmont Park Apartments
22540 Fairmont Drive
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Farmington Townhouses of
Farmington Hills
26375 Halsted
Farmington Hills MI 48331
Gateway Apartments
27517 E. Gateway
Farmington Hills MI 48334
House of Botsford
20810 Botsford
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Carrington Place Apartments
35250 Freedom
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Cordoba Apartments
27600 Cordoba
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Farmington Hills Mobile Manor
30030 Eight Mile Road
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Freedom Square Apartments
34792 Freedom Road
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Georgetown Place Cooperative
24276 Rosewood Trail
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Hunters Ridge Condominiums
31200 Hunters Drive
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Independence Green Apts.
24316 Washington
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Kendallwood Apartments
27757 Rudgate Blvd.
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Marie Joanne
36700 Grand River
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Muirwood Apartments
35055 Muirwood Drive
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Newport Creek Apartments
34750 Eight Mile Road
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Oakland Management Corporation
31731 Northwestern Hwy.
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Orchard Creek Apts.
31410 Orchard Creek
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Polo Club Apartments
39352 Polo Club Dr.
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Spring Valley Apartments
37850 Spring Lane
Farmington Hills MI 48331
Stoneridge Manor Apartments
31544 Freedom Rd.
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Strawberry Lanes Apartment
27466 Strawberry Lane
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Summit Apartments
29950 Summit Drive
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Timberidge Apartments
30310 Timberidge
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Village Oak Apartments
20808 Orchard Lake
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Village Suites
38855 Ells Tech
Farmington Hills MI 48331
Walnut Creek Apartments
23818 Middlebelt
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Chelsea Crossing Condos
PO Box 2861
Farmington Hills ME 48333
James Paul
Essex Club Condominiums
37828 Avon Lane
Farmington Hills MI 48331
ireenpointe at Copper Creek
;8380 Ashbrook
;annington Hills MI 48331
4arvin Shlain
Ells of Copper Creek
8056 Hickory Drive, unit #24
armington Hills MI 48331
.,egends of Potawatomi Creek
;andy Slavens
'11 S. Main Street
vfilford MI 48381
4ewport Creek South
4780 8 Mile Road
armington Hills ME 48335
vIr. Robert Schurman
'endleton Club
9525 Pendleton Club
;'armington Hills ME 48336
Tersailles Condos
;0777 Shiawassee Road
'arrnington MI 48336
Windemere Apartments
24890 Independence Drive
Farmington Hills ME 48335
Chestnut Ridge Condos
Kramer Triad Mgt. Group, LLC
30701 West 10 Mile Road
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Glens of Copper Creek
do Meadow Management Inc.
27780 Novi Road, Suite 110
Novi MI 48377
Martin Myers
Hampshire House Condos
31915W. 14 Mile, #112
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Joseph Rahaim
Hillside Estates
35083 Meadow Lane
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Randy Thomas
Longacre Woods/Court Condos
23346 Longacre Court
Farmington Hills MI 48335
Patricia Mueller
The Meadows Condos
29640 Vista Ct.
Farmington Hills MI 48331
Barbara Horwitz
Ramblewood Manor
29521 Pineridge Circle
Farmington Hills MI 48331
Woods of Copper Creek
Meadow Management Inc.
27780 Novi, Suite 110
Novi MI 48377-3427
Sandra Plumer
Beechwood Hill Condos
27820 Berrywood Ln. #7
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Florence Jacque
Echo Valley Condos
27571 Echo Valley W.
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Carl Lewis
Greenbriar Estates
35553 Lark Harbor
Farmington Hills ME 48335
Diane McDaniel
Heatherwood Condos
29600 Sylvan Lane
Farmington Hills MI 48334
Inverrary Condos
Land Arc Inc.
3355 Bald Mountain Rd. #55
Auburn Hills MI 48326
Newport Creek North Condos
PO Box 1104
Farmington MI 48332-1104
Orchard Place Condos
Kramer Triad Management Group
30701 W. Ten Mile
Farmington Hills MI 48336
Trillium Homeowners Association
PO Box 2296
Farmington Hills MI 48333
Mitch Seelye
Woods of Copper Creek
28863 Hidden Trail, Unit #2
Farmington Hills MI 48331
k.sher Tilchin
Wyndham Place Condos
9214 Wyndham Ct.
,annington Hills MI 48334
What can I do to reduce my risk of becoming
Infected with West Nile Virus (WNV)?
From April to October, take the following
precautions: If outside from dusk to dawn when
mosquitoes are most active, or during the day in
an area where there are weeds, tall grass, or
bushes, people should wear protective clothing,
such as long pants, socks, and loose-fitting, long-
sleeved shirts. Consider the use of an insect
repellent. Insect repellents containing no more
than 35% DEET (N, N-diethyl-M-toluamide) work
best. Follow the manufacturer's directions for use
on the label carefully. Do not use repellents on
children younger than 2 years of age. Repellents
should be used sparingly on children 2 to 6 years
of age and contain no more than 10% DEET.
What can I do to help reduce the mosquito
population?
Culex pipiens, the mosquito determined to be the
primary carrier of WNV in this area, prefers
stagnant, even polluted, water for breeding.
Eliminate standing water that collects in clogged
rain gutters, neglected swimming pools, plant
saucers, tarps, toys or anything that traps even a
small amount of water for a few days.
What actions is the City taking to control the
Culex piplens mosquito?
The City will be implementing a Mosquito Control
Program to help reduce your chance of contracting
WNV. Our mission is to control the Culex pipiens
mosquito that spreads the WNV.
Investigation has revealed that one of the
preferred breeding sites for the Culex pipiens is
storm water catch basins. These structures are
primarily located along the sides of streets and in
parking lots. There are two main reasons these
structures are have been found to be a preferred
breeding site; 1) They often contain stagnant water
that is frequently fouled with decaying organic
material and other pollutants, and 2) there are no
"mosquito predators" found in these structures.
What is the City's Mosquito Control
Program?
Public Education - The City will be educating
citizens and staff on bite avoidance, and how to
eliminate breeding areas on their property
through brochures, cable PSAs, newsletters, and
future web site information.
Catch Basin Treatment - Once it is determined
that breeding has begun, treatment of City-
owned street side catch basins and City parking
lot catch basins will begin. Catch basins will be
treated with the larvicide, Altosid. Altosid is a
growth regulator that prevents mosquito larvae
from developing to adults and lasts up to 150
days.
Where can I find similar products for use on
my property?
Several local retailers carry effective,
environmentally safe products that contain the
bacteria known as Bti. These come in doughnut-
shaped cakes and loose granules that can be
easily applied to open water and catch basins.
They will need to be reapplied every few weeks
to maintain their effectiveness. As always, follow
the label directions. Gloves are recommended
as a precaution, but if used properly these
products don't pose a hazard to people or
animals.
Sources:
Oakland County Health Division
Michigan Department of Agriculture
National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
West
Nile
Virus
Information you
should know
Provided to you by the
City of Farmington Hills
Department of Public Services
What is WEST NILE VIRUS?
West Nile is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause
mild flu-like symptoms, and in a few cases, can
result in encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or
meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain
and spinal cord). It first appeared in the U.S. in
1999 in New York City.
How is West Nile Virus spread?
West Nile Virus (WNV) is spread to humans by the
bite of an infected mosquito. A mosquito becomes
infected by biting a bird that carries the virus. You
or your child cannot get WNV from a person that
has the disease. WNV is not spread by person-to-
person contact such as touching, kissing, or caring
for someone who is infected.
Who is most at risk for WNV?
While the chance of anyone becoming infected
with WNV is very low, most cases have occurred
in people older than 50. People in this age group
and those with compromised immune systems are
also more likely to develop the severe forms of the
disease if they become infected.
Where did WNV come from?
Outbreaks of WNV disease have occurred in
Africa, Egypt, Israel, Asia, Romania, Russia, and
France. Before 1999, however, WNV had never
before been found in the Americas. The most
likely explanation for its appearance here is that
the virus was introduced by an infected exotic bird
that was imported illegally or from an infected
mosquito that caught a ride in an airplane or cargo
hold of a ship.
Can you get WNV directly from birds?
There is currently no evidence that WNV can be
spread directly from birds to people. However,
dead birds can carry a variety of diseases and,
therefore, should never be handled with bare
hands. Use gloves or double plastic bags to pick
up the dead bird and carefully place it in a double
plastic bag. You can then dispose of the dead
bird by placing it in the outdoor trash. Dead
crows that are found should be reported to the
Oakland County Health Division at:
(877) 377-3641.
Besides mosquitoes, can you get WNV
directly from other insects or ticks?
No. There is no evidence to suggest that ticks or
other insects transmit WNV.
What are the symptoms of WNV infection?
Most people who are infected with WNV either
have no symptoms or experience West Nile
Fever, a mild illness with symptoms such as
fever, headache, and body aches before fully
recovering. Some persons may develop a mild
rash or swollen lymph glands. In some
individuals, particularly the elderly or those with
compromised immune systems, WNV can cause
serious disease that affects brain tissue. At its
most serious, it can cause permanent
neurological damage and can be fatal.
Symptoms of the encephalitis form of the
disease include the rapid onset of severe
headache, high fever, stiff neck, disorientation,
loss of consciousness (coma), tremors, muscle
weakness, paralysis, and may be fatal.
How is West Nile fever treated?
Since there is no specific therapy, treat West Nile
fever as you would a case of the flu. In the more
severe encephalitis cases, intensive treatment is
indicated, such as hospitalization, intravenous
(IV). fluids and nutrition, airway management,
ventilator support if needed, and prevention of
secondary infections (pneumonia, urinary tract,
etc.).
Is there a vaccine against WNV for
people?
No. Human vaccines are still being developed
and may be available in the future. There is
currently a vaccine available for horses.
How long does it take to get sick if bitten
by an infected mosquito?
Being bitten by an infected mosquito will not
necessarily make you sick. Most people who
are infected with WNV have no symptoms or
experience only mild illness. If illness were to
occur, it would occur within 3 to 15 days of
being bitten by an infected mosquito.
What should I do if I think I have West Nile
encephalitis?
If you develop signs of encephalitis, with
fever, muscle weakness, and confusion, you
should seek medical care immediately.
Can my dog or cat become ill from WNV?
Rare cases have been reported in dogs and
cats, but they cannot spread the infection to
people and other animals. There is no
specific therapy beyond supportive care.
For more information on WNV please contact:
Oakland County Health Division
(877) 377-3641
WINW.co.oakland.mi.us/health
State of Michigan
(888) 668-0869
www.michioan.00v/westnilevirus
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(888)232-3228
www.cdc.ciovincidod/dvbid/westnile/index.htm
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Resolution #03194 July 31, 2003
The Vice-Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
FISCAL NOTE (M.R. #03194) August 14, 2003
BY: FINANCE COMMITTEE, CHUCK MOSS, CHAIRPERSON
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE CITY OF
FARMINGTON HILLS - FISCAL YEAR 2003 ALLOCATION
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has
reviewed the above referenced resolution and finds:
1. Funding of $30,373.51 is available in the West Nile Virus
Fund for FY 2003 to reimburse the City of Farmington Hills
for this project; no additional appropriation is required.
2. The Committee recommends adoption of this resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Moffitt and Suarez
absent.
G. William Caddell, County Clerk
Resolution #03194 August 14, 2003
Moved by Moss supported by Coulter the resolutions on the Consent Agenda, be adopted (with
accompanying reports being accepted).
AYES: Coulter, Crawford, Gregory, Hatchett, Jamian, Knollenberg, Law, Long, McMillin,
Middleton, Moffitt, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Scott, Webster, Wilson, Zack, Bullard. (20)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolutions on the Consent Agenda, were adopted (with
accompanying reports being accepted).
I Mai OWE TIE Fauns sauna
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
I, G. William Caddell, Clerk of the County of Oakland, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution is a true
and accurate copy of a resolution adopted by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners on
August 14, 2003, with the original record thereof now remaining in my office.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County of Oakland at
Pontiac, Michigan this 14th day of August, 2003.