The Bonner County Noxious Weeds Department is a function required by state statute (Idaho Code - Title 22, Chapter 24).
Our mission is to balance statutory requirements pertaining to noxious weeds (Idaho Code 22-2405 - County Duties), with service related compliance assistance for county citizens & land managers (Idaho Code 22-2407 - Landowner Duties). Additionally, in accordance with Idaho Code 22-2405, we maintain ongoing efforts to examine land in the county for noxious weeds (listed in IDAPA Code 02.06.09) with a focus on detecting species of limited occurrence in Bonner County and implementing action in order to keep them from becoming widespread issues. Operationally, we treat Bonner County managed properties & rights-of-way on a rotational basis in order to reduce noxious weed populations and prevent their spread. Our services include weeds identification, technical assistance--which incorporates control recommendations, renting herbicide application equipment, facilitating cost share programs and providing public education (continuously throughout the year).
Chase Youngdahl – Noxious Weeds Director
chase.youngdahl@bonnercountyid.gov
208-255-5681 Ext.6 (Office), 208-610-3566 (Cell)
521 S. Division Ave. - Room 216
Sandpoint, ID 83864
Office is accessible 8AM--4PM, Mon--Fri with self-service options for walk-in customers. Appointments encouraged for in-person visits, and may accommodate outside of regular hours.
PUBLIC EDUCATION:
Visit us at the Bonner County Fair - August 12-16
GENERAL INFORMATION & RESOURCES:
Noxious Weeds in Bonner County - 2025
We Control Our Own Program (No Spray Program) - County ROW's
AGREEMENT DEADLINE HAS PASSED FOR 2025
ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS:
Neighborhood Cooperative - Cost Share Program
Early Detection, Rapid Response (EDRR) Noxious Weeds
Agreement form --- EDRR Noxious Weed Treatments