Pasco County Mosquito Control District

05/29/2026

Thank you to Tampa Bay News 10 for highlighting the very real concerns mosquito control districts across Florida are facing as property tax reform discussions continue.

Mosquito control is not simply a nuisance reduction service - it is essential public health protection and core community infrastructure that protects Florida’s residents, visitors, economy, tourism industry, emergency response capabilities, and overall quality of life.

Independent mosquito control districts provide critical infrastructure services that support:
• Disease prevention and public health protection
• Hurricane and post-disaster recovery operations
• Emergency response readiness
• Outdoor workforce productivity
• Tourism and economic stability
• Environmental management and community livability

Unlike many other local governments, independent mosquito control districts rely almost exclusively on ad valorem funding and do not have alternative statutory revenue mechanisms available to replace substantial revenue losses.

For more than 100 years, mosquito control professionals have helped make modern Florida possible through surveillance, aerial and ground treatment operations, emergency response, and year-round protection from mosquito-borne diseases such as West Nile virus, dengue, and eastern equine encephalitis.

As these conversations continue during the upcoming Special Session, we respectfully encourage policymakers to recognize mosquito control as a core public health and public safety service and as essential infrastructure necessary to sustain Florida communities.

“This isn’t just about mosquitoes - it’s about protecting Florida’s public health infrastructure, emergency preparedness, and quality of life.”

Watch the story here:
https://youtu.be/IuRrO0vccZ4?si=elcrg9BNLJ5A3WxO

Lawmakers will return to the Capitol again next week for a special session that could eliminate your property taxes.

05/28/2026

Mosquito control is far more than nuisance reduction - it is essential public health infrastructure that protects Florida’s residents, visitors, economy, tourism industry, and quality of life every single day.

As property tax reform discussions continue during the upcoming Special Session, it is critical that mosquito control districts are recognized as core public health and public safety services. Independent mosquito control districts rely almost exclusively on ad valorem funding and do not have alternative revenue mechanisms available to replace substantial funding reductions.

For more than a century, mosquito control professionals have helped make modern Florida possible through disease prevention, emergency response, hurricane recovery operations, and year-round mosquito surveillance and treatment efforts that contribute to Florida’s vitality.

We appreciate the ongoing conversations surrounding affordability and tax relief for Floridians while respectfully encouraging policymakers to carefully consider the unintended impacts these proposals could have on the essential infrastructure and public safety services that mosquito control programs provide.

“This isn’t just about mosquitoes — it’s about protecting Florida’s public health infrastructure and quality of life.”

Thank you to the Florida Mosquito Control Association for continuing to advocate for the protection of these vital services statewide.

'Without air conditioning and mosquito control, Florida would not have experienced the extraordinary growth and quality of life residents and visitors enjoy today.'

05/28/2026

🌧️ Finally, rain! The Pasco area is receiving much-needed rainfall, and with warmer temperatures now here, it’s important to dump and drain any standing water around your home. 🦟 Help us make life tough on mosquitoes by checking any water holding containers in your yard.💧

05/26/2026

🩸 Blood Drive Tomorrow!
Giving blood saves lives.❤️

Pasco County Mosquito Control District
2308 Marathon Rd. Odessa
📅 Wed, May 27 | ⏰ 11:30AM – 1:30PM

05/19/2026

Aquatic Herbicide 🌿🦟 Protecting public health starts with managing mosquito habitats. Invasive aquatic plants can create the perfect environment for mosquitoes to thrive by providing shelter, limiting predators, and increasing mosquito production in local waterways.

PCMCD targets invasive species such as Water Hyacinth, Cuban Bulrush, and Water Lettuce through:
✔️ Targeted herbicide applications
✔️ Species-specific treatment methods
✔️ Data-driven treatment planning
✔️ Maintenance control approaches

Our Field Operations team uses airboats for large water bodies, amphibious vehicles for hard-to-reach areas, and conducts year-round monitoring to help protect public health and our community.

05/18/2026

We have even more Supporting Sponsors to thank!
What an amazing 75th Anniversary celebration! 🧡 Thank you!

Pasco County Mosquito Control District extends its sincere appreciation to
Synergy Ad Specialties, Inc. for serving as a Supporting Sponsor of our 75th Anniversary Celebration.

For 75 years, PCMCD has remained committed to protecting public health and serving our community. We are grateful for the partnership and support of the organizations and individuals helping us celebrate this important milestone.

05/15/2026

We have even more Supporting Sponsors to thank!
What an amazing 75th Anniversary celebration! 🧡 Thank you!

Pasco County Mosquito Control District extends its sincere appreciation to
Creekside Church for serving as a Supporting Sponsor of our 75th Anniversary Celebration.🧡

For 75 years, PCMCD has remained committed to protecting public health and serving our community. We are grateful for the partnership and support of the organizations and individuals helping us celebrate this important milestone.

05/14/2026

The Pasco County Mosquito Control District Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting on:
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: District Office 2308 Marathon Rd, Odessa, FL 33556

This meeting is open to the public. To view the meeting agenda, please visit: https://www.pascomosquito.org/

05/12/2026

Pasco County Mosquito Control District extends its sincere appreciation to
Coastal Bay Wealth Management for serving as a Supporting Sponsor of our 75th Anniversary Celebration.🧡

For 75 years, PCMCD has remained committed to protecting public health and serving our community. We are grateful for the partnership and support of the organizations and individuals helping us celebrate this important milestone.

🎉Join on May 13, 2026 as we commemorate 75 years of dedicated public health protection, innovation, and service to our community.
PCMCD 75th Anniversary Celebration
May 13, 2026
📍 2308 Marathon Rd., Odessa, FL 33556
📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026
• 10:30 AM – Guest Arrival & Immersive Experience
• 11:30 AM – Anniversary Celebration Program
• Special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in partnership with the Greater East Pasco & Greater Pasco Chambers of Commerce
• 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM – Facility Tours & Meet-and-Greet with PCMCD Staff

We look forward to celebrating this historic milestone with our community and partners.