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Noxious Weed Control Board
The King County Noxious Weed Control Board sets county weed control priorities, annually adopts the county weed list, and administers the Noxious Weed Control Program throughout the County according to the requirements of the State Noxious Weed Law, RCW 17.10 (external link). The Board was activated by the King County Council on August 7, 1992 in response to a citizen's petition to the Council.
The Board also provides education to the public by informing them of the county weed list, explaining why it is necessary to control noxious weeds, and providing information on appropriate and effective methods of eradication or control.
The Board welcomes and encourages public participation. If you are interested in learning about becoming a Board Member or participating in Board activities, please contact Steve Burke, noxious weed program coordinator.
Board meetings and public input
Weed Board meetings are held monthly throughout the year and are open to the public. Once a year, following the adoption of the State Noxious Weed List by the State Weed Board, the King County Weed Board reviews the changes in the state list and adopts the King County Noxious Weed List. The County Noxious Weed List reflects both the requirements of State Law WAC 16-750 and the priorities of the King County Noxious Weed Board. The Weed Board encourages public comment and input to help set the priorities of the noxious weed program each year.
Meeting schedule and locations
Current board members:
The Board is composed of five voting volunteer members and one non-voting member from the County Extension office. Board members represent the five County weed districts (click here to download full size Weed Board District Map). At least four need to be engaged in the primary production of agricultural products. The Board is appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by Council. The Board produces an Annual Report on the performance and activities of the Noxious Weed Program.
The Board welcomes and encourages public participation. If you are interested in learning about becoming a Board Member or participating in Board activities, please contact Steve Burke, noxious weed program coordinator.
Board meetings
Board districts map
King County noxious weed list
- Complete King County Weed List
- Class A noxious weeds
- Class B noxious weeds
- Class C noxious weeds
- Non-regulated noxious weeds
- Weeds of concern
Washington state noxious weed lists and laws
- WA State Noxious Weed List
- WA Quarantine List (Prohibited Plants List)
- State Weed Law, Chapter 17.10 RCW
- State Weed List Code, Chapter 16-750 WAC
- State Quarantine, Chapter 16-752 WAC
Related information
Related agencies
Program offices are located at 201 S. Jackson St., Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98104. To contact staff, see the Noxious Weed Control Program Directory, send an email, or call 206-477-WEED (206-477-9333).