After receiving a thoughtful idea from some interested residents, the Village will install a bat house to assist with mosquito abatement. The bat house will be used as a supplement to the Village’s existing mosquito abatement program – it will not be used as a replacement to the current program. The Village has reached out to the Illinois Bat Conservation Program for guidance in identifying the most suitable location within the Village to place the bat house.
The Village's mosquito abatement program is based on a scientific approach to the issue. Mosquito traps are monitored on a regular basis to determine mosquito population density in the community. It is the female mosquito that bites; when the trap count is high enough the Public Works Department will activate the mosquito fogging program.
Following the installation of the bat house, Public Works will monitor the area to see if the presence of bats contributes to a noticeable reduction in mosquito levels.
We appreciate the community’s engagement and ideas that help us enhance public health and quality of life. Stay tuned for updates on the recommended location for the bat house installation!