PUBLIC HEALTH COMMITTEE

Committee Description

The committee was established as a liaison to assist State/Tribal/Territorial Lead Agencies, the Environmental Protection Agency and other stakeholders with emerging pest concerns which threaten public health.  Chief among these concerns are the use of pesticide tools in improving and protecting communities through the development of pest prevention and vector control strategies; facilitating dialogue among stakeholders and leveraging resources that can be utilized to aid stakeholders and affiliates; and actively monitoring federal and state activities related to pests of public health concern.  In addition, the committee serves as a source of information on pest management treatments and strategies on a broad range of public health pests including mosquitoes, ticks, bed bugs, cockroaches, birds and rodents.

Note: At the March 27, 2017 ASPCRO Midyear Meeting, the Board of Directors unanimously agreed that is was appropriate to transition the Bed Bug Committee into a “Public Health Committee” and to focus on a broader range of public health issues and pests.

Committee Members

  • Dave Harris (MN), Chair
  • Donald Baumgartner (US EPA)
  • Stan Cope (Atlantic Paste and Glue)
  • Tim Drake (SC)
  •  Jim Fredericks (NPMA)
  • Kelly Friend (FL)
  • Norman Goldenberg (Consultant)
  • Susan Jennings (US EPA)
  • Michael Kelly (TX)
  • Julie Spagnoli (JM Consulting Specialties)
  • Jim Warneke (NC)
  • Jenny Wren (GA)
  • Tom Wright (Pest Pro Academy)

Committee Reports

Supporting Documents

Contact ASPCRO

  • Primary Contact

    Linda Johns

  • Phone

    (612) 626-2213

  • Address

    340 Coffey Hall
    1420 Eckles Avenue
    St. Paul, MN 55108

About ASPCRO

The Association of Structural Pest Control Regulatory Officials (ASPCRO) is a national nonprofit organization committed to improving the regulation of structural pest control across the United States. ASPCRO brings together state and federal regulators, industry professionals, and stakeholders to promote science-based policies that protect public health, property, and the environment. Through collaboration, education, and the development of regulatory tools and guidance, we support effective oversight and consistent enforcement nationwide.

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