TELL US: Should Beverly Spray for Mosquitoes?

As health officials battle  in the United States, many Massachusetts communities are resorting to pesticide spraying.

Beverly public health director Bill Burke said testing done by the Northeast Mosquito Control on Plum Island has not resulted in any positive cases in Beverly this summer. 

While the city has done pesticide spraying in the past, Burke said for the time being, the city will not be spraying. 

"Depending on what happens with the surveillance, we'll take the appropriate steps as warranted," he said. 

Burke said he has been in contact with the mayor, recreation department, superintendent, and area colleges to talk about a plan of action and prevention awareness.

"This is probably one of the most active seasons since I've been around; I think that's been echoed by experts," he said. 

Nearby Beverly, positive tests in bordering communities this month have included a positive EEE test in Topsfield and West Nile Virus in Peabody.

Wenham and Peabody have sprayed several times so far this month, and that they will be spraying for the first time this year on Thursday. 

The issue of pesticide use is often a heated one, and we're wondering what your thoughts on the issue are as health officials make the decision to resort to spraying in an attempt to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus. 

Are you in favor of community mosquito spraying? 

Let us know what you think in the comments.