(I hope I've posted this correctly--our system has a few "individual quirks" which make addressing mail a challenge) I have been very interested in the discussions of fumigation and freezing, in relation to "big dead things." More pressing to me, however, is what to do with "big live things." Specifically, cockroaches (South American kind!), stink bugs, red mites, wasps, and the occasional water rat. I should explain: part of my archive occupies space on the ground floor of the football stadium, adjacent to the main stairwell and concession booth (basically the kitchen for the games). The room is about 200 sq.ft., divided lentghwise, the left-hand portion (under the stairs) being a dis-used shower stall for the janitorial staff (old shower fixtures, broken tile and dirt floor). The main heat risers for the building run through this space. The space is essentially warm, moist and dark, with lots of easy access points for non-humans. I should add that I did not select this space; I "inherited" it as the result of negotiations which took place before I arrived. "In the fullness of time" I will get some more appropriate location, meanwhile short-term avenues to move or off-site are "on-hold." Any ideas would be appreciated. You can contact me directly at [log in to unmask] Ann Morton Facilities Archive and Records Center University of Rochester P.S. I should also mention that I share part of this space with the janitor, who uses it to store his supplies (paper, chemicals), vacuum cleaner and mop cart.