CALIFORNI
City of Arradia
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, mosquitoes are capable of transmitting serious diseases such as West Nile virus and dengue, posing a growing public health concern in California; and WHEREAS, invasive Aedes mosquitoes are spreading throughout Souther California, increasing the risk of local transmission of diseases like dengue; and WHEREAS, in 2024, San Gabriel Valley communities reported 11 locally acquired dengue cases and over 50 detections of West Nile Virus activity, highlighting the importance of proactive mosquito control and community awareness; and WHEREAS, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District orks in partnership with the City of Arcadia to protect public health throu osquito surveillance, control, and education; a
WHEREAS, residents play a critical role in preventing mosquito breeding by eliminating standing water around their homes and neighborhoods; and NOW THEREFORE, 1, Eileen Wang, Mayor of the City of Arcadia, do hereby proclaim the week of April 19 - 25, 2026, as
CALIFORNIA MOSQUITO
AWARENESS WEEK
the City of Arcadia, and encourage all residents to Tip, Toss, and Protect-tip or anding water, toss unused containers, and protect themselves from mosquito bite Dated this
21st Day of April, 2026
Eileen Wang, Mayor