Extension Committee

The Minnesota State Legislature established County Extension Committees in 1923. Each county committee consists of nine members, including two of the County Board, the County Auditor or designee, and six county residents appointed. Members serve three-year terms and can elect to serve a second term. Members are also asked to attend four meetings per year with mileage and per diem paid for.

Roles & Responsibilities of committee members:

• Identify local community needs and Extension resources,
• Provide Extension Program support and advocacy,
• Assist in the development of an annual County Extension budget request

Additional information on roles of County Extension Committee Members

Time Commitment:

• Members serve three-year terms and can elect to serve a second term.
• Members are asked to attend four meetings per year, mileage and per diem are paid.

Clay County is seeking one (1) applicant for appointment to a vacancy on the Clay County Extension Committee. If interested in becoming a member, please fill out the County Extension Committee Application and email it to Cecilia Amadou. Applications are due January 20th, 2026. If you have any additional questions, please contact Cecilia Amadou.

Cecilia Amadou
Regional Director, NW
Extension
218-236-2004
camadou@umn.edu