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Jasper County Purdue Extension: 219-866-5741

Jasper County SWCD: 219-866-8008

Weed Control Program Coordinator: 219-869-7884

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The Jasper County Weed Control Board is dedicated to protecting our land, waterways, and communities by promoting awareness and understanding of invasive species and noxious weeds. Centered on education, outreach, and community action, our mission is to safeguard Jasper County from these threats. Through collaborative efforts, we empower residents, landowners, and partners to identify, prevent, and manage invasive species and noxious weeds, preserving the natural beauty, agricultural productivity, and ecological health of Jasper County for future generations.

(Per Indiana Code 15-16-7-4)

• Township Trustee of the County
  Sandra Putt: Jordan Township Trustee

• Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor 

• Scott Bahler

• Representative from the Agricultural Community of the County 

• Matt Sheafer: Community Member/Farmer

• Representative from the County Highway Department or an Appointee of the County Commissioners

• Ed Cain: Highway Superintendent

• Cooperative Extension Service Agent from the County 

• Summer Brinkman: Purdue Extension, Ag & Natural Resources Extension Educator

• Chair
  Scott Bahler

• Vice-Chair
  Ed Cain

• Cooperative
  Sandy Putt - secretary/treasurer

Individuals listed in this section provide technical assistance and regional expertise but do not serve on the Jasper County Weed Control Board and do not participate in board governance or decision-making.

• Administrative Assistant
  Cayci Lane: Jasper County Soil and Water Conservation District, District Coordinator & Treasurer 

• State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (SICIM)
  AJ Popovic: Northwest Indiana Regional Specialist

• Weed Control Program Coordinator - Shay Seibring