Environmental Health
Public Notification
UPDATE: The aerial spraying of Cicero Swamp and the immediate surrounding areas was completed on August 4th as planned.
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Mosquito spraying of the Cicero Swamp area is scheduled to take place on Monday, August 4, 2025, after 6:30pm, weather permitting. If weather or wind conditions are unfavorable on Monday, the spraying will be conducted on the next appropriate day and will be announced through local news, social media, and other communication channels.
The designated spray areas are generally bounded on the north by Route 31, on the west by Northern Boulevard, on the south by Taft Road, and on the east by the county line (Chittenango Creek). Roads included in this area are: all or parts of Route 298, Bull Street, Eastwood Road, Island Road, Cicero Center Road, Fergerson Road, Ferstler Road, and Oxbow Road. To view a map of the spraying area, visit: www.ongov.net/health/documents/SprayMapCicero.pdf.
The pesticide that will be used for aerial spraying is Kontrol 30-30. This pesticide is registered with the Environmental Protection Agency and the New York State Division of Environmental Conservation for this use. A copy of the pesticide label can be found on the Onondaga County Health Department website at http://www.ongov.net/health/documents/MasterLineKontrol30-30label.pdf.
The Division of Environmental Health works to ensure a safe and healthy environment for people to live, work, and play. Just some of the ways we do this include inspecting homes for lead, investigating animal bites, protecting our air and drinking water, inspecting restaurants, and ensuring the safety of public pools and beaches. Our goal is to keep your surroundings safe and healthy!
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