Broadwater County Department Update: Noxious Weeds And Mosquito Control
Author: Jessica Bushnell, Broadwater County Noxious Weed Coordinator
Broadwater County Department Update: Noxious Weeds and Mosquito Control
Jessica Bushnell
Broadwater County Noxious Weed Coordinator
This is the first article in a monthly series from the Broadwater County Department Heads. Each month a different Department Head will provide an update regarding their Department. This first article is from Jessica Bushnell, Noxious Weed Coordinator and Townsend/Three Forks Mosquito Control Director:
As we look ahead to spring, it’s important to note that noxious weed season is approaching quickly. The Broadwater County Noxious Weed District is currently accepting applications for its cost-share program. Controlling noxious weeds can be costly, and the Board and the County have developed a plan to help landowners offset these expenses. This program provides reimbursement for landowner efforts and allows them to apply for spring, fall, or both treatments.
The program covers noxious weeds such as Spotted Knapweed, Houndstongue, and Leafy Spurge, as well as all state-designated noxious weeds and county-listed weeds. However, it does not include Kochia, dandelions, or other nuisance weeds. Eligible expenses include herbicides, adjuvants, and biological control agents. There is no cost to apply, but the program does not cover commercial applications or non-selective herbicides like Roundup (glyphosate). Reimbursements are offered at 50%, up to a maximum of $500 per landowner.
The application process gathers sufficient information for landowners to join working groups, which could open up additional grant opportunities. The board evaluates each application using a scoring rubric to ensure fairness and objectivity.
The deadline for applications is February 28th, 2025.
Interested individuals can find the application on https://www.broadwatercountymt.gov under the Noxious Weed Department tab.
For further inquiries, please call 406-266-9243 or email brweed@broadwatercountymt.gov.
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