Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District

Board of Trustees Meeting

January 8, 2008


 

Agenda Item:  Consent Calendar

 

Approval for Field Supervisors Rodney Chamberlain and Victor Teran and Vector Control Technicians Oldembour Avalos and Geneva Ginn to attend the Vertebrate Pest Conference, March 17-20, 2008, in San Diego.  Amount not to exceed $4,500.00 from Fund #7600.01.225 – Staff Training.

 

 

Background:

This educational conference makes significant contributions toward understanding and resolving undesirable wildlife-human interactions and wildlife damage problems, promoting better management methodology, and minimizing adverse environmental and ecological effects.  The conference is a forum for sharing knowledge and experiences and provides staff with the opportunity to hear speakers address issues which are timely and relevant.

 

 

Staff Recommendation:

Approve attendance at the Vertebrate Pest Conference, March 17-20, 2008, in San Diego in an amount not to exceed $4,500.00 from Fund #7600.01.225 – Staff Training.

 

 

Fiscal Impact:

Current funds available from Fund #7600.01.225 – Staff Training is $12,417, which is 43% of the budgeted amount for this line item.  This expenditure is approximately 36% of the available balance.