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The article discusses 5 topics important to stormwater management and mosquito control agencies. It cites the need to regularly maintain, repair and improve stormwater infrastructure to protect the health and safety of communities. It notes the need for constant maintenance of stormwater infrastructure to ensure it functions properly when needed. It encourages readers to invite a mosquito control representatives who can provide input in stormwater management manual.

The article discusses the need for increased collaboration between stormwater and mosquito control agencies to improve chances of controlling stormwater mosquitoes. The proliferation of stormwater best management practices (BMPs) in urban areas created widespread concern among mosquito control agencies. Details of a survey conducted by the California Department of Public Health Vector-Borne Disease Section (VBDS) among state and local government agencies responsible for mosquito surveillance and control and/or stormwater management are discussed.