Dear Editor: Vote for the Weed Levy

Dear Editor,

It has been said that the first leafy spurge plant seen in the Jefferson Valley was planted on a grave in the Fish Creek Cemetery many years ago. Whether or not this is true, the fact remains that this noxious weed has spread its tentacles throughout rangeland and municipalities, along rivers, canals, roadways, and other areas designated as having public interest. This is only one of many noxious weeds that negatively affect productivity in our county.

We are writing in support of the Noxious Weed Control mill levy that will be considered by voters in the June 2022 primary. This m...