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Aurelia hires Mosquito Control of Iowa for twice-monthly summer spraying after split vote
Summary
The council voted 4–1 to hire Mosquito Control of Iowa to spray twice a month during the 2025 summer season after a presentation by the company; Councilmember Johnson cast the lone nay.
The Aurelia City Council voted on April 21 to hire Mosquito Control of Iowa to provide summer spraying services, with a condition in the motion that the company perform two applications per month.
Rick Welter of Mosquito Control of Iowa described the service options for the city during the meeting. Councilmember Redig moved to hire the company for the 2025 summer provided they spray twice monthly; Courtney Bruce seconded the motion. Roll-call voting recorded ayes from Redig, Nelson, Fassler and Bruce; Councilmember Johnson voted no. The motion carried.
The transcript records the company’s presentation and the council’s vote but does not provide contract length, dollar amount, or additional service details. The record indicates the city will proceed with Mosquito Control of Iowa under the condition noted.
There was no motion recorded to amend the terms at the meeting; implementation and contract details were not specified in the minutes.
