Spraying of Noxious Weeds on County Rights-Of-Way 2026

The Miami County Noxious Weed Department enforces the Kansas Noxious Weed Law K.S.A. 2-1314 et seq. The Miami County Weed Department is directly or indirectly responsible for the control of every noxious weed in Miami County. The department is responsible for enforcing noxious weed control on private and public property in all areas of Miami County and acts as a liaison between neighbors with invasive noxious or nuisance weeds.

The Miami County Noxious Weed Department inspects real and personal property in Miami County for noxious weeds; and provides a cost-share program for discount herbicides.

The department is also directly responsible for the control of noxious weed infestations on all county owned property and right-of-way and contracts with local governmental entities to fulfill their responsibility in complying with the Kansas Noxious Weed Law.

Miami County is a local government organized on April 2, 1857, located in the east-central part of Kansas along the state line and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. The county serves a diverse and expanding population through multiple agencies, (26) twenty-six county departments, and offices. The county has more than 250 public servants serving in more than (7) seven offices located throughout the county. Miami County is dedicated to helping more than 34,000 residents remain part of a safe and vibrant community. Miami County is governed by a five-member, non-partisan, elected Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The BOCC appoints a County Administrator. Miami County also has an elected Sheriff, County Attorney, County Clerk, County Treasurer, and County Register of Deed.

In addition to the traditional governmental operations of public health and safety, codes, regulations, and tax collection, Miami County operates one (1) airport, health and developmental support centers, a community corrections program, and a wastewater system (Bucyrus). More information on Miami County can be found on our public website ( www.miamicountyks.gov ), as this site provides information on the organization, a complete directory of services provided, and a wide range of available public resources.