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Home My WebLink AboutUBI 2017 MAY_JUNE_webDRESS Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Studies have shown that a majority of mosquito species in the United States are more attracted to dark clothing and most can readily bite through tight-fitting clothing of loose weave. When practical, wear long sleeves and pants. DEFEND Choose a mosquito repellent that has been registered by the Environmental Protection Agency. Registered products have been reviewed, approved, and pose minimal risk for human safety when used according to label directions. Three repellents that are approved and recommended are: • DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) • Picaridin (KBR 3023) • Oil of lemon eucalyptus (p-methane 3,8-diol, or PMD) Also, make sure your window and door screens are intact and not torn. DUNK One of the most environmentally-friendly and effective ways to protect yourself and loved ones from mosquito-borne diseases is by utilizing mosquito dunks. Mosquito dunks are small, donut-shaped objects Inside College Station * * * * * * * City of College Station * Home of Texas A&M University® * College Station, Texas * * * * * * * A s warmer temperatures are upon us, mosquito season is right around the corner. With the risk of West Nile and Zika, we want to provide tips and information to help citizens take effective measures to be prepared this mosquito season. The type of mosquitoes that carry Zika prefer to be indoors and bite during various times of the day. Mosquitoes that carry West Nile, are mainly found outdoors and are most active at dusk. Always remember these four D’s of protection from mosquitoes: DRAIN All mosquitoes require water to lay eggs. Even the smallest containers or areas that can collect water can breed hundreds to thousands of mosquitoes. At least weekly, empty any outside containers that hold water and remove standing water from your property. Keep gutters clear of debris. Several times a week, change water in pet dishes, bird baths, wading pools, etc. Keep the lids on trash and recycling containers closed. Add screens to rain barrels and openings to water tanks and cisterns. Don’t overwater your lawn or garden, and repair leaky faucets. MAY/JUNE 2017 that slowly release a biological mosquito larvicide at the water’s surface for 30 days or more under normal conditions. This larvicide gradually settles in the water where it is eaten by mosquito larvae and kills them. The bacteria in the dunks will not hurt pets, birds, children or wildlife. Dunks should be placed where mosquitoes breed, such as birdbaths, rain barrels, ponds, sewers, gutters, creeks, streams, drainage channels or any other area with standing or slow-moving water. Each dunk covers about 100 square feet and can be broken up if treating smaller areas. For areas with moving water or where the dunk might wash away, you can tie the dunk to a weight or stake it in the ground. The City of College Station’s Mosquito Abatement Program is providing free dunks while supplies last. Dunks can be picked up at the Neighborhood Services and City Secretary’s offices in City Hall located at 1101 Texas Ave. Please check availability before you arrive by calling 979.764.6262 or emailing bmoore@cstx.gov. For more details, visit cstx.gov/neighbor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • • • MORE RESOURCES • • • • The Texas Department of Health and Human Services is working with all Texas county health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the Zika virus and reported cases in Texas. For more information, visit: TexasZika.org. To learn about Zika prevention efforts in Brazos County, visit: BrazosHealth.org. BRAZOS VALLEY WATERSMART If you haven’t signed up to get weekly watering recommendations from Brazos Valley WaterSmart, “water” you waiting for? With just a few clicks, this website tells you how much water your lawn really needs, what days to water, and how long to run each zone of your sprinkler system. Weekly watering recommendations are based on weather stations located in each city. It also provides daily, weekly, and monthly rainfall totals from 10 different locations in Brazos County. This means customers receive specific watering recommendations tailored to their neighborhood, allowing them to easily know when to water and when to keep their irrigation controller OFF. That adds up to significant water savings while maintaining a healthy lawn. Brazos Valley WaterSmart was developed through a cooperative partnership among Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District, City of College Station, City of Bryan, Wickson Creek Special Utility District, Wellborn Special Utility District, and Texas A&M Agrilife Research. Sign up today at bvwatersmart.tamu.edu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WATER METER REPLACEMENT About 5,000 residential water meters are being replaced to allow the City of College Station to more accurately monitor water usage, plan for future water needs, and support water conservation. The project is expected to be complete by June. You won’t be charged for the new meter, which will be replaced in order of billing cycle to allow you to begin a fresh cycle with a new meter. The contractor will not need to enter your home or business to do the replacement, but they may walk through your yard to access the water supply valve. Our water meters are located below ground in plastic, concrete or cast iron meter boxes with lids, typically near the sidewalk or curb. The contractor’s vehicles are marked “Contractor for College Station Water Services.” If you’re home, workers will let you know before briefly shutting off your water. If you aren’t home, they’ll leave a tag on your door to let you know they replaced your meter. AQUATIC FACILITIES W.A. TARROW SPLASH PAD 979.764.3779 • 1000 Eleanor St. March 11-Sept. 30 Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun., 12-8 p.m. ADAMSON LAGOON POOL 979.764.3735 • 1900 Anderson OPEN: May 27- Sept. 4* *Open weekends ONLY after Aug. 20. Mon.-Fri., 1-7 p.m. Sat.-Sun., 12-7 p.m. CINDY HALLARAN POOL 979.764.3787 • 1600 Rock Prairie Rd. OPEN: May 27- Aug. 20 (closed July 4) Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat.-Sun., 12-7 p.m. THOMAS POOL 979.764.3721 • 1300 James Pkwy. May 27-Aug. 20 (closed July 4) Mon.-Fri., 1-6 p.m., Sat.-Sun., 12-7 p.m. ADMISSION & PASSES DAILY ADMISSION Children 2 and under are free of charge. Adamson Lagoon: $6 Cindy Hallaran: $3 Thomas: $3 W.A. Tarrow Splash Pad: Free FAMILY SWIM PASS Up to five family members. $30 for each additional pass. Adamson Lagoon: $275 Cindy Hallaran: $200 Thomas: $200 INDIVIDUAL PASS Adamson Lagoon: $125 Cindy Hallaran: $75 Thomas: $75 DISCOUNT PASS Includes 25 swims for the season. Adamson Lagoon: $120 Cindy Hallaran: $60 Thomas: $60 Inside College Station events STARLIGHT MUSIC SERIES June 10 & 24 Free live music at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater. cstx.gov/starlight, 979.764.3486 FATHER FISH June 17 • 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Free event hosted by CSPD and Voices For Children at Cy Miller Pond. voicesforchildreninc.org/events FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK June 23 • “Jumanji” Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater cstx.gov/movies, 979.764.3486 COUNCIL BASICS 101 June 27 • 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers Free informative session for those interested in running for city council. cstx.gov/elections, 979.764.3541 POOL EVENTS We have a variety of pool events throughout the summer. cstx.gov/pools, 979.764.3540 ATHLETIC REGISTRATIONS cstx.gov/sports, 979.764.3486 AQUATIC REGISTRATIONS cstx.gov/pools, 979.764.3540 MAY/JUNE 2017 {PAGE 2} HOST A POOL PARTY! Pool, pavilion and table rentals also available! CSTX.GOV/POOLS As with any measuring device, meters can become less accurate as they age. Water meters more than a decade old can significantly under-register flows. If the new, more accurate meter results in a slightly higher water bill, that means your old meter wasn’t registering all the water you used. If you have questions about your utility bill, please contact Utility Customer Services at 979.764.3535 or utilities@cstx.gov. If you experience any problems or leaks with the new meter, please call College Station Utilities Dispatch at 855-528-4278. Choose option 2 to report a water issue and leave your contact information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .