District receives awards for transparency and fiscal responsibility

The District recently received three awards recognizing its commitment to governmental transparency and fiscal accountability.

The District received two awards from the California Special District Leadership Foundation – the Transparency Certificate of Excellence and accreditation as a District of Distinction.

In addition, the District was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its comprehensive annual financial report for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2023. 

To read more about the awards, see the District's press release.

Board welcomes new member

Michael A. Goldman, PhD joined the Board of Trustees as the representative appointed by the City of Brisbane. Dr. Goldman is a professor of biology at San Francisco State University.  He was sworn in at the September Board meeting.

Staff retirement

Facilities Management Technician Paul recently retired after working at the District in various roles since 2010.  Paul initially joined our District as a seasonal catch basin driver (learn more about the seasonal program) and then transitioned to the facilities position. Prior to coming to the District, Paul worked for the City of Millbrae in Landscape Maintenance and as a Plant Mechanic in Water Pollution Control. Paul was a core member of the District's Safety Committee, helping to ensure employee and public safety both on and off District property.  He helped start and/or advance several key facilities projects during his tenure, including the installation of solar panels on District buildings, the replacement of our flag pole (and addition of a light for flag display), and important aspects of our purchase and plans to renovate a new District property.  Paul was known for being particularly handy with a label maker and will be enjoying retirement while spending some time RVing with his wife and visiting with his grandkids.  Happy retirement, Paul!

As weather changes, keep your home safe from rats and mice

As the weather cools, people sometimes report more rodent activity in/around their homes.  It's a good time to check around your home for gaps, holes, and cracks where rats and mice can enter. Not sure what to look for?  We're experts - give us a call to request a rodent inspection. Or request a visit using our online service request form.

Our technicians can visit to inspect the outside of your home for places where rodents can enter.  You'll get a detailed report of suggested repairs as well as tips on the kind of materials to use and how to best do the repairs.

Our staff do not trap rodents or seal/fix holes, but we can re-inspect after you DIY or hire a company to do the repairs.

West Nile virus update

As of October 9, a total of 32 dead birds collected in San Mateo County have tested positive for West Nile virus. Residents have reported over 466 birds so far this year, of which 139 were in appropriate condition for testing. Stay up-to-date with San Mateo County information. Stay up-to-date with statewide California information.

No mosquitoes have tested positive for West Nile virus yet this year in San Mateo County. We have tested over 5,000 mosquitoes this year from San Mateo County. However, West Nile virus has been found in mosquitoes in other counties in Calfornia, so if you are traveling don't forget to take your mosquito repellent and follow other tips to prevent mosquito bites and the diseases they can spread. 

Annual report

Check out our 2023 Annual Report to get a snapshot of some of the work we did last year! Our annual report includes a high-level overview of our finances, information about integrated vector management, and short summaries of many of the services we offer and work we do.  There are also lots of photos of our amazing staff in action!

Tick-bite prevention kits now available

Do you live in San Mateo County? Do you spend time outdoors in natural areas? Would you like a no-cost tick bite prevention kit? You can request a kit be delivered to your house.