Overview

The Noxious Weed Advisory Board is State Mandated by Colorado House Bill 90-1175 and members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. The purpose of this Board is to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and county staff regarding Elbert County weed control policy to ensure compliance with the Colorado Weed Act (CRS 35-5.5-104). 

The Board recommends policies and programs related to management of undesirable plants within the broader framework of a long-term resource management goal for the County; encourages research, understanding, and education regarding noxious weeds; assists the Board of County Commissioners in assessing the extent of noxious weeds existing in Elbert County, and collaborates with the municipalities, government agencies, other county weed boards and weed control officers in the furtherance of noxious weed management.

Management Plan and Bylaws

Please see the  Noxious Weed Management Plan and the Noxious Weed Advisory Board Bylaws for more information.  

Applying

Please apply by completing our Online Weed Advisory Board Application.