Citizens in Gem County, Idaho, expressed extreme concerns regarding the Gem County Mosquito Abatement District's (GCMAD) heavy hand regarding property rights and the potential health hazards of chemical spraying in the environment regarding the control of mosquitos in the county.
Idaho Statute Title 39, Chapter 28 gives broad authority to abatement districts in the state to attempt to control mosquito breeding in the county but at what cost to the populace?
Abatement districts can be formed from one or more counties, cities, or towns.
Noncontiguous areas can be included if they are at least 40 acres and separated by public property.
The abatement district board of trustees is responsible for the district's operations.
The board of trustees has the power to appoint a director, make rules, and control pests.
Interim abatement districts can be formed during an emergency.
Interim abatement districts can transition into formal abatement districts after a vote by the electorate.
Abatement districts can exercise eminent domain to abate nuisance breeding places.
Abatement districts can work with other organizations.
Abatement districts can file estimates of funds and reports of expenditures.
These brave citizens in Gem County have documented many encounters with GCMAD and county commissioners, who, according to them have been less than interested in addressing their concerns and shared the need for Idaho Legislators to change the current law in favor of protecting the health and prosperity in the county.
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Updates to this story:
Bill of Emmett, Idaho shared his experiences with Gem County Mosquito Abatement District and concerns.
A concerned citizen of Gem County confronts and exposes the Gem County Mosquito Abatement District, regarding practices.
Op-Ed: No Such Thing as “No Spray” in Gem County — The Issue With Gem County Mosquito Abatement District
https://www.idahotribune.org/news/op-ed-no-such-thing-as-no-spray-in-gem-county
A concerned citizen of Gem County who has been exposing the Gem County Mosquito Abatement District and the dangers of pesticides used in the environment. Has created a new video contacting other mosquito abatement districts in nearby counties to see if they are aerially spraying their citizens.
Wendy from Gem County expressed her concerns to the panel last night regarding aerial spraying at Old State Saloon, 2025 Idaho Legislative town hall, on April 21, 2025.
Wendy was featured in a mini documentary I created (listed below) regarding the Gem County Mosquito Abatement District (GCMAD), highlighting the repercussions and dangers of aerial spraying. Showcasing the difficulties of holding government agencies accountable to the law.
If you wish to share your concerns or experiences in Gem County regarding mosquito abatement send them to shinealightgc@proton.me.
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