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West Covina council approves emergency repairs after rodent infestation at Fire Station 3
Summary
After firefighters reported a rat infestation at Fire Station 3, the City Council approved emergency repairs and a construction services agreement with Sunshine Pacific Group America to abate pests, repair structural damage and restore habitability.
Mayor Lehi Lopez Villarro presided over a brief but pointed discussion before the City Council on April 7, approving emergency repairs at Fire Station 3 to address a rodent infestation that staff said was discovered weeks earlier.
The proposal, presented by Public Works Superintendent Mike Cressop and ratified by acting city manager Mylan, called for removal of damaged finishes, sealing of entry points, abatement of pests and replacement of ceiling and cabinetry where necessary. Cressop told the council that “the second we were notified about it was about 3 weeks ago,” and that the infestation’s scope required pulling out materials and performing…
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