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Noxious Weed Control

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What Are Noxious Weeds?

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Whatcom County Noxious Weed Control Board

What We DoExample 1

Advise Landowners

The main objective of the noxious weed program is to ensure that landowners control noxious weeds on their properties, as required by Chapter 17.10 RCW.  Landowners are advised through the mail of impending visits by the compliance inspector.  They are advised in person and/or by mail of the presence of weeds and the requirement for control.  If landowners do not control the plants, the weed board has the option to hire a contractor to do the work (the contractor being paid by the weed board) and bill the landowner for the work.  If the bill is not paid, a lien is placed on the property.  Landowners are advised of enforcement activities through certified mail.  The majority of landowners make at least some attempt to control the weeds.

Our Mission and Objectives

We achieve our mission through the application of clear goals and a proactive approach to supporting our community.Click on image to left to review our Mission, Objectives and related activities.

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Outreach and Assistance

We provide education through numerous different venues, including educational presentations, site visits and adventure packed films. Click here to view our Education page.

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Contact Us

Noxious Weed Control Board
Whatcom County Public Works
322 N. Commercial St., Suite 110, Bellingham, Washington
(360) 715-7470, email: LBaldwin@co.whatcom.wa.us