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Funding to Fight the Bite: Implementing Revenue Mechanisms 101. MVCAC 88 th Annual Conference – 2020 San Diego, CA. Presented by:. 1. John W. Bliss? 2. Sonia Ortega January 26-29, 2020. 4745 Mangels Blvd, Fairfield, California 94534. So you need funding for mosquito control.
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Funding to Fight the Bite: Implementing Revenue Mechanisms 101 MVCAC 88th Annual Conference – 2020 San Diego, CA Presented by: 1. John W. Bliss? 2. Sonia Ortega January 26-29, 2020 4745 Mangels Blvd, Fairfield, California 94534
Steps to Funding the Control of Invasive Mosquitoes Rigorously Estimate Additional Costs Evaluate All Available Funding Sources Conduct A Community Survey Communicate Responsibly With The Public Implement Balloted Funding Mechanism We are confident that your community will support your efforts
Current Vector Control Funding in California Ad Valorem Special Taxes Assessments
Additional Funding to Control Invasive Mosquitoes Federal Grants State Grants Existing Funding Sources New Community Approved Funding Sources
Benefit Assessments – Prop 218 • Improvement plan • Engineer’s Report • Board review & resolutions • Mail notice and ballots • Public hearing • Tabulate ballots
Benefit Assessment Issues General vs Special Benefit Proportionality Law Is Unclear HJTA
Revenue Measures Summary of local funding measures for new or increased mosquito and vector control services by SCI Consulting
Steps To New Funding Public Opinion Survey Community Outreach Implementing Funding Measure
Public Opinion Surveys Why Surveys Are Useful Identify winnable rate Identify key messages Choose optimal funding mechanism Phone vs Mail vs Online
Invasive Mosquitoes – Public Perception Fresno MVCD - Survey Results • Northern Salinas Valley MAD - Survey Results
Community Outreach Start Early Be… Authentic Transparent Approachable Clear Credible Face-to-Face Detailed Financials and Services Time Intensive
Summary • This problem won’t solve itself • There’s something we can do about it • If we have the money • Funding options are available • Look before you leap • Put in the work