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Lower Platte counties push for state funding; Douglas County official to testify for LB 807
Summary
Douglas County Noxious Weed Control Superintendent Mike Reed told the county board the Lower Platte Weed Management Area (11 counties) needs sustainable funding after recent state cuts; Reed said he will testify in support of LB 807, a measure to use the Water Resources Cash Fund for riparian grants.
Douglas County’s noxious weed control superintendent told the county board Jan. 27 that the Lower Platte Weed Management Area — an 11-county interlocal partnership — faces funding shortfalls after state reductions and needs a sustainable revenue source.
Mike Reed described the interlocal agreement and said the Lower Platte effort helps reduce flood risk, protect habitat and support recreation along the Platte River and its tributaries. He said landowners share 50% of…
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