Official Recognition

Want to use the Weed and Seed logo?

Official Recognition Policies Denial Appeals for Official Recognition Impact of New Weed and Seed Funding Policy (May 2005) Resources Official Recognition Guidelines and Application U.S. Attorneys' Offices Weed and Seed Implementation Manual Weed and Seed Program Guide and Application Kit

Official Recognition designation is the first step in the Weed and Seed process. A community interested in becoming a Weed and Seed site must notify the U.S. Attorney's Office in its district of its intent to develop a Weed and Seed strategic plan for crime reduction and neighborhood revitalization. Then, the community should obtain a Weed and Seed Implementation Manual and the current Official Recognition Guidelines and Application.

The U.S. Attorney, or his or her designee, can assist the prospective site with organizing a steering committee and planning and developing a strategic plan. The prospective site applies for Official Recognition of its Weed and Seed strategy by submitting its strategic plan—through the local U.S. Attorney's Office—to CCDO for review and approval. The strategy must be locally driven and developed in accordance with CCDO guidelines. If a site receives Official Recognition, they may enjoy—

• Preference in receiving discretionary resources from participating federal agencies.

• Priority in participating in federally sponsored training and technical assistance.

• Use of the official Weed and Seed logo.

• Eligibility to compete for Weed and Seed funds from the U.S. Department of Justice.