Hayward, CA—Today, the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District commemorated Special Districts Week to encourage residents of Alameda County to be involved in their community and be civically engaged with their local government.

Special Districts Week, May 17-23, is to be established by the State Legislature this year with approval of Assembly Concurrent Resolution (ACR) 179 by Assembly member Voepel.

“Special districts are the visible and active face of good local government in a democracy. We value transparency, responsiveness, equity, honesty, reliability, effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability. We are proud of our 90 years providing essential public health services to our residents,” stated Ryan Clausnitzer.

ACR 179 was sponsored by The California Special Districts Association (CSDA), which is a statewide association representing over 1,000 special districts and affiliate organizations throughout the state. Special districts are local government entities created by a community’s residents, funded by those residents, and overseen by those residents, to provide specialized services and infrastructure.

Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District was formed in 1930 to provide mosquito control to Alameda County residents. Our District is committed to protecting the public health of Alameda County residents by controlling mosquitoes and limiting the transmission of mosquito-borne illnesses.

“Special districts are formed by residents to provide essential services that they want and need at the local level. They provide an opportunity to have local control while enhancing services that make communities thrive and survive.” said CSDA’s CEO Neil McCormick. He continued, “We appreciate the Legislature’s support in raising awareness and increasing understanding about the special districts that serve our State’s communities.”