Baker County approves three weed‑control grants, juniper‑removal and Hughes Lane burn plan

Dec 3, 2025

The Baker County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 3 approved three state grant applications and awarded a juniper‑removal contract and a controlled‑burn/revegetation contract aimed at invasive species control and sage‑grouse habitat restoration. Funding comes largely from state and grant partners; commissioners carried motions for each measure.

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Baker City — The Baker County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 3 approved a package of weed‑control and habitat contracts that county staff and project partners said are meant to contain invasive plants and restore wildlife habitat in priority watersheds.

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