Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board
WSNWCB Organizational Structure and Board Members
The WA State Noxious Weed Control Board office is located in Olympia, Washington and is composed of 12 volunteer members, five of whom are elected, and seven of whom are appointed. Nine voting members represent county weed programs in all regions of the state, weed districts, county legislative authorities, the public interest, and the Washington State Department of Agriculture. Three non-voting members serve as scientific advisors, and they provide expertise in weed identification, control, and aquatic weed species. The state board makes the local investment work for the benefit of the state by providing leadership, direction, and coordination to these local weed boards and districts.
The Executive Secretary acts as chief administrative officer for the State Weed Board. Responsibilities include: implementation and administration of the administrative rules and policies of the state board; representing the state board before the state legislature; coordinating the educational and weed control efforts statewide; coordinating and maintaining a liaison with the WSDA, public and private agencies; negotiating agreements on behalf of the board; scheduling all regular board meetings and committee meetings; and overseeing budget management. The position requirements are covered further WAC-16-750-145. The Executive Secretary is Alison Halpern (360) 902-2053.
The Executive Assistant provides office and field support to the Executive Secretary, the Educational Specialist, and the WA State Noxious Weed Control Board. Other responsibilities include: graphic design of new publications, directory design and updates, schedule of exhibits and GPS units, attending State Board and Noxious Weed Committee meetings, composing minutes, and distribution of information to county weed boards and weed districts. Cindy Orr is the Executive Assistant and can be reached at (360) 725-5764.