The University of Illinois Board of Trustees, in accordance with state law, authorizes local Extension councils to be actively involved in the operation of Extension. Extension councils serve in an advisory role cooperating with Extension staff in planning, promoting, developing, implementing, evaluating and financing University of Illinois Extension programs designed to meet the needs, interests, and resources of the local communities. They serve as a formal liaison between the public and Extension. Time commitment is 2 years with an opportunity to serve a second two-year term.
The Extension Council is made up of 15-20 volunteers representing the county, and includes youth representation. Nominees are identified locally and include a diverse group of individuals who respect the Extension organization and who are interested in its programs in their communities. The Dean of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Services reviews the nominations and makes the appointments.
Council sub-committees address specific program areas, such as agriculture, family and consumer economics, youth development, and resource development. Individuals interested in Extension programs may serve on a committee without serving on the Extension Council.
2008-2009 Extension Council Members
Rick Baker - Rock Island Chamber of Commerce
DeAnne Bloomberg (Secretary) - Rock Island County Farm Bureau
Shelly Wells Cain - Black Hawk College
Teri Carls 4-H volunteer
Terri Davies - Rock Island County Health Department
Dallas DeShane (Chairman) - Master Gardener
Mark Frederick - Project NOW
Lisa Lee - (Financial Reporter) - Project NOW; Master Gardener; Master Naturalist
Virgil Mayberry - Rock Island County Board
Glenn Saddoris - Rock Island County Farm Bureau
Cheryl Salley - Professional Administration
J.D. Schulte - Public Administration
Steve Simpson - Professional Administration
Eleanor Stout - Youth representative
Sue Wendt - Rock Island County Area Project
Beth Yusko - (Vice Chairman) - Project NOW
Deanna Zwicker - Youth representative
2009 Extension Council Calendar
October 27
November 24
2010 Extension Council Calendar
January 26
February 23
March 30
April 27
August 31
All meetings are held at the Extension Office, 321 W 2nd Ave., Milan, IL beginning at 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Contact Us
Rock Island County Unit
321 W 2nd Avenue
Milan, IL 61264
Phone: 309-756-9978 FAX: 309-756-9987 Email Us