These Cities Rose to the Challenge: Winner Announced

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Generally, mosquitoes thrive when people stop working together. That is why the Shared Responsibility of Mosquito Control goes beyond individuals, and must include cities.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LAC DPH) launched the Champions for West Nile Virus (WNV) Prevention challenge to reduce the local risk of West Nile virus by partnering with County cities and Los Angeles city neighborhoods.

And the 2019 Ultimate Champion is...

South Pasadena!

Champions (completed all recommended activities):

  • Arcadia
  • Lakewood
  • Rolling Hills Estates
  • Bradbury
  • Baldwin Park

Special Recognition (continued dedication to the challenge but unable to complete all activities):

  • Hacienda Heights Improvement Association

Participation certificates:

  • Bellflower
  • Whittier
  • Cerritos
  • Culver City
  • El Monte
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Interested in Becoming Bite Back Champions for Your Neighborhood?

It's easy to be recognized by your community AND be bite-free! CLICK HERE to begin