Overview
The State Fair Advisory Board serves as an advisory board to the County Commission and the State Fair management on matters relative to the operation of the State Fairgrounds and conduct of the annual State Fair. Board members should expect to commit approximately five hours per month throughout the year and at least several hours per day for the eight days of the annual fair. Board members are expected to:
- Represent interests that best serve the overall operation of the State Fair
- Work with Fair management in establishing shows, contests, policies, rules, fee schedules and contracting services and entertainment vendors to conduct operations for the Fair
- Work with Fair management in planning construction priorities and assist in consulting architects, planners, and engineers in developing actual construction documents
- Assist in preparation of capital construction budgets and annual operational budgets
- Promote funding by communications with legislators, commissioners, and other funding sources
- Promote image and attendance at the State Fair and use of Fairgrounds facilities
Experience or interest in civic groups, 4-H and FFA organizations, agri-business functions, and communications with available media is helpful.
Additional Information
For more information, contact the State Fairgrounds office at 406-727-8900.
