Board and Staff | Current Members | Frequently Asked Questions
We are a collaboration to support functioning ecosystems and
enhance quality of life through invasive species management.
The Oakland County Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) was established in December 2014 by 19 partners. Today the partnership has grown to over 40 members including local governments, county governments, non-profit organizations, and universities. Check out our current members.
In Oakland County we focus on treatment and reduction of impacts from many species including spotted lanternfly, European frog-bit, and Phragmites. We also prioritize species that have not shown up in the county yet, or occur in low numbers and are likely to cause harm if they become established. View the full list of focus and priority species here.
Learn more about the Oakland County CISMA in our brochure for the public!
For more information on what we do, please read our Strategic Invasive Species Management Plan (2017) as well as the Executive Summary.
For recent history, read our annual reports: 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018.
If you do not live in Oakland County but would still like help with invasive species, contact the CISMA in your area or contact us to help you get in touch with them.
Fiduciary
Oakland County Parks and Recreation is a partner member and became the fiduciary for Oakland County CISMAs in 2020 when the OC Parks Millage passed. OC Parks supports CISMA efforts through serving as employer for CISMA staff, receiving and distributing funds, as well as entering into contracts and holding permits, licenses and insurances necessary for CISMA operations.
