Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Board of Trustees Meeting May 13, 2008

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Agenda Item: New Business

Discussion and/or approval to purchase two (2) Pro-Mist electric truck mounted U.L.V. fogger units from Clarke Mosquito Control in an amount not to exceed a total of $22,000.00 from Fund # 9000.01.225 - Contingency Expense. – Jim Saulnier, Operations Manager

Background:

The current District owned 1996 and 1998 Pro Mist foggers are now requiring regular repairs because of use and age. Parts for repairs for these models are becoming more difficult to obtain from the sole supplier. These foggers have proven to be very reliable and have required a minimum of repairs, historically. This year, fogging operations have commenced several months earlier than normal requiring an intensified response to early West Nile Virus detection and mosquito abundance. These new foggers would also be equipped with ground radar, an enhanced feature which will allow the District to track pesticide usage, miles traveled and acres treated for more effective and efficient use of control products.

Staff Recommendation:

Approve the purchase of two (2) Pro Mist foggers from Clarke Mosquito Control in an amount not to exceed a total of $22,000.00 from Fund # 9000.01.225 - Contingency Expense.

Fiscal Impact:

Current funds available from Fund #9000.01.225 – Contingency Expense are $792,900, which is 100% of the budgeted amount for this line item. This expenditure is approximately 3% of the available balance.