Noxious Weed Board Meeting - January 7, 2026

The Lewis and Clark County Noxious Weed Board held a meeting on January 7, 2026, focusing primarily on organizational planning, budget discussions, and upcoming events related to noxious weed control and public education. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a $2,600 expenditure from the WGR MDT fund to rent spaces for an education trailer at the Home Builders Association home show, which is part of their outreach efforts. The board also discussed the surplus sale of old spray trucks and UTVs, generating over $20,000 in revenue, and the procurement of a replacement pickup truck following an insurance claim for a totaled vehicle. Additionally, the board is preparing for limited solicitations to contract services for weed control activities in the upcoming season. Discussions also covered promotional strategies for public engagement at events, including giveaways and educational materials, and ongoing efforts to refine standard operating procedures for invoicing and grant management. No formal votes were recorded beyond the motion to adjourn, but action items related to budget allocation and vendor contracting were clearly outlined.