Table 6. Estimated Operating Expenses Associated with In-House Mosquito Abatement Programs at Two Funding Levels

Table 6 shows the capital investment expenses for an abatement district at two funding levels. As with the operating expenses, there is some flexibility in the amount of investment made in equipment. To a large extent, the amount of investment in equipment will be dependent on the size of the staff of the district. Smaller staffs would be expected to require less equipment. In addition, some equipment can be used for multiple tasks, which can reduce total capital investment. As with operating expenses, there has to be a delicate balance between the amount of capital investment and the effectiveness of the program. Limiting investment in equipment can drastically affect the ability of the abatement district to adequately provide the necessary services. As a result, capital investment decisions, as well as decisions regarding operating expenses, should be made with the effectiveness and efficiency of the program in mind.