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Health, DPW review rodent‑control measures; committee considers smart traps and fertility bait
Summary
Health and facilities staff briefed the committee on a mix of traditional baiting and monitored ‘smart’ boxes; councilors pressed for more smart devices in hotspot areas and asked staff to explore fertility‑based rodent control and contract timing.
The Finance Committee heard a briefing on the city’s rodent‑control contracts and the placement of monitored “smart” boxes in problem locations. Health department and facilities staff explained the mix of monitored electronic boxes (smart boxes) and traditional bait stations the city uses and said they are seeking additional quotes to expand the smart‑box network.
Why it matters: Increased curbside accumulation and illegal dumping can raise rodent activity; councilors pressed health staff to prioritize…
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