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ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE K
Higher numbers of mosquitoes have been plaguing residents
of the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District in recent
years , causing discomfort and increasing the potential for
transmission of mosquito-borne disease. The problem began in
fiscal year 1978/79 when the District incurred a permanent 40%
loss of revenues . The District simply no longer has the
resources to adequately control mosquito production in the
great number and wide variety of aquatic sources that exist
in the 815 square mile District. It can be expected that
even more residents will be exposed to mosquitoes in the
future unless control efforts are funded adequately and con-
sistently.
Passage of Measure K would apply a maximum tax of $1 .75
per year for a single family residence , up to a maximum of
$8. 75 per year for owners of apartments with 5 units or more.
This small assessment would supply the additional funds neces-
sary for effective mosquito control. The District has attempted •
and been unable to obtain these funds from state or local sources.
Funds obtained through Measure K would be used to replace inade-
quate and deteriorating operational .facilities and to support the
continuous mosquito control effort.
The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District has established
a remarkable fiscal record, earning both the respect and trust of
the public. From the 1930 ' s until District revenues were cut in
1978/79 , the District provided effective mosquito control while
utilizing less than 14%. of its legally allowed tax rate. It is
in this spirit of fiscal responsibility that we urge passage of
Measure K.
Vote YES on Measure K to support public health and comfort
through effective mosquito control . -
Michael Greene, President s/
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Mark J . Hanna, Vice President s/ •
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John R. Anderson, Secretary s/
Wallace E. Fox, Trustee s/
Manuel Garcia, Trustee s/
ALANEDA COUNTY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT
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MODEL RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT MEASURE K
WHEREAS :
The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District has
established a record of effective mosquito control
and sound fiscal management , and
WHEREAS :
The District has protected the health and welfare
of the residents of the City of
through control of pest and vector mosquitoes , and
WHEREAS :
A 40% loss of revenues has severely effected the
ability of the District to adequately control
the mosquitoes , endangering the public health
and welfare , and
WHEREAS :
The District has placed a special tax measure on the
1982 June ballot, asking for a modest increase not
to exceed $1. 75 per year for a single family
residence or $8 . 75 per year for an apartment house
of 5 units or more , therefore be it
RESOLVED:
The City Council of the City of
urges the citizens to vote YES on MEASURE K to
restore effective mosquito control.
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MEASURE K - A NEEDED SPECIAL TAX
TAXING METHOD
The Board of Trustees of the District shall determine
each fiscal year the amount of th special tax that will be
required to meet District needs , but at no time shall the
special tax exceed the following rates per parcel :
(1 ) Single Family Residential $1 .75 maximum/year
( 2) Residential (2-4 units) $3 . 50 maximum/year
( 3) residentail (5 units or more) .-- $8..75. maximum/year .
( 4 ) Mobil Home parcels $8 .75 maximum/year
( 5) All other Parcels $1 .75 maximum/year
NEEDS FOR TAX
( 1 ) District revenues were reduced by 40% in 1978 .
( 2) The District ' s Ability to control pests has been
affected, resulting in a marked increase in mosquito
problems.
( 3 ) Major upgrading of facilities is necessary to provide
a safe and efficient work place .
( 4 ) Effective long term mosquito control is dependent
upon adequate , long term funding .
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