HUMBOLDT — The free pass mosquitoes have had in Humboldt may be about to end.
After receiving complaints, City Administrator Cole Herder told council members at their meeting Monday night that Walter Johnson and Sweatt parks would be sprayed, and “I’m working on a plan for all of the city.”
Plentiful rains and warm temperatures have created prime breeding grounds for the pests.
Herder, who is recovering from heart surgery, said he was unsure when he would have a mosquito-control plan ready for review.
The meeting was brief compared to most, lasting less than half an hour.
Herder said the swimming pool season is off “to a great start. I am very pleased.” Friday through Sunday attendance averaged 181 a day.
Humboldt took back operation of the pool this year from USA Pools, a national management group, after many concerns arose during the 2014 season.
Herder applauded city crews “for their hard work to put the pool in operation.”
B&W Trailer Hitches helped out, sandblasting and powder-coating slides and guard stands.
An older police cruiser, generator, switch box and paint striper were sold on Purple Wave Auction for nearly $10,000, Herder said.
Among topics for the July 13 meeting will be review of the 2016 budget, mayoral appointments and starting the process to replace Councilman Jerry Stephens, who died in May.
Mosquitoes targeted
