Weed-control expansion and veterans' service concerns highlighted in Rio Grande County updates

Armando Ross, representing the Weed and Pest Control District, gave the board a monthly update June 25 saying three crews and a spotter are working to control noxious weeds and that crews have contacted about 60 property owners. Ross said crews are using the Strider Form to track work and billing, that he has led noxious-plant training sessions across the San Luis Valley, and that he is waiting on a potential grant from the El Pomar Foundation to fund security fencing. He also said the district is exploring options for an attenuator truck required under a Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) contract and is continuing to look for grants and revenue sources.