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.