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Perris introduces municipal code chapter for vector control, authorizes first reading
Summary
Council introduced an ordinance to add chapter 7.52 (vector control) to Perris Municipal Code authorizing Riverside County to provide and enforce vector control services under a previously approved MOU; first reading passed 5‑0 and second reading set for March 25.
The Perris City Council on Feb. 25 introduced an ordinance to add chapter 7.52 (Vector Control) to Title 7 (Health and Welfare) of the Perris Municipal Code, a move that would authorize Riverside County to implement and enforce vector control services in the city under a previously executed memorandum of understanding.
Public works staff told the council the county had conditioned acceptance of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Perris adopting the county ordinance by reference. Lasette Hernandez, public works manager, said the new municipal chapter would establish enforcement procedures, regulations and penalties and would formally authorize Riverside County to deliver vector control services on the city's behalf.
Hernandez and staff recommended the council approve introduction and first reading; the ordinance was set for second reading and adoption at the council's March 25 meeting and would become effective 30 days after adoption. Representatives from Riverside County Vector Control were present and available for questions; no members of the public spoke during the public hearing.
Councilwoman Nava moved for introduction and first reading; Mayor Pro Tem Grama seconded. The motion carried 5‑0.
Why it matters: adopting the chapter aligns Perris' code with Riverside County requirements so the county can provide routine mosquito and vector control services; the ordinance would create local enforcement authority and penalties and give the county explicit implementation authority under the MOU.
Next steps: the item returns for a second reading and potential adoption on March 25; if adopted, the ordinance takes effect 30 days later and staff will coordinate implementation with Riverside County Vector Control.
