CSU Extension Advisory Committee

Purpose:

The mission of the El Paso County Extension Advisory Committee is to promote, advocate, and support the Colorado State University’s Extension program in El Paso County and staff by developing and implementing a strong marketing strategy that results in educating community officials and providing information flow between county citizens and the Extension.

Meetings:

The committee meets on the first Tuesday of February, April, September, and November at 5:30 p.m. Locations vary but meetings are typically held at the Extension Office, 17 N. Spruce St., Room 226, Colorado Springs, CO.

Members and Length of Terms:

The CSU Extension Advisory Committee consists of 12 members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for three-year terms. Terms are limited to two full consecutive terms.

Community-At-Large:

  • Kelvin Dean- Term Expires 2/28/2028
  • Paul Kersey – Term Expires 7/22/2028
  • Jason Nauert – Term Expires February 28, 2027
  • Gretchen Stockwell – Term Expires November 30, 2028

4-H Youth Development:

  • Joan Jahelka – Term Expires February 28, 2027
  • Quentin Hacker – Term Expires November 30, 2028

Food Systems & Natural Resources:

  • Katie Belle Miller – Term Expires February 28, 2027

Agriculture:

  • Pallavi Oruganti – Term Expires February 28, 2027

Family & Consumer Science:

  • Wanda Tisby-Cousar – Term Expires February 28, 2027
  • Vacant

Horticultural/Natural Resources:

  • Vacant
  • Vacant

For a list of the bylaws, click here

*For further information, please contact the Boards and Commissions Administrator at 719-520-6555.