Information:
The NCMCD's Used Tire Recycling Program has been inspired and shaped by fellow mosquito control workers at Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control. One of the goals in Integrated Mosquito Management is source reduction, and abandoned used tires, unfortunately, serve as habitat for container breeding mosquito species. Used tire piles are often overlooked in mosquito control programs because they do not appear in mapping databases like wetlands and vernal pools do; so the threat of potential mosquito-borne diseases increases in the surrounding area if the situation is not remedied. In addition to removing these mosquito habitats, this is also cleaning up the environment.
Requirements for Program Eligibility:
(a) Must be a resident or municipal official within our member communities (Foxborough is included)
(b) tires must be passenger and light truck tires (off-rim only),
(c) maximum of 10 of tires per household per calendar year
Tires accepted as part of this program will be sent to an approved facility for recycling. This program will comply with all state and federal solid waste regulations, as well as all local fire codes. This program is subject to end without notice.
Forms:
Seasonal spray requests for adult mosquitoes, will begin for the 2024 season around mid-May. Check the NCMCD's website for the online form once it becomes available: Service Request | Norfolk County Mosquito Control
Please note, according to the NCMCD FAQs;
"ULV application is an area-wide application that is not meant to be targeted at individual yards. Since these applications are generally effective for about 300 feet off the road, under certain circumstances, we will come down your driveway provided that it is over 300 feet long, and there is ample space for the driver to turn around. Driveway treatments are not guaranteed and are always at the discretion of the driver."
Also, poor weather conditions may prohibit applications.
All great questions! Please visit FAQs | Norfolk County Mosquito Control or call them directly at (781) 762-3681, Monday through Friday during regular office hours (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM).