STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. – The University of Missouri Extension Council of Ste. Genevieve County recently held its annual meeting, which included awards, presentations, council transitions, and delicious food. The event took place on February 23 at the Community Center meeting rooms.
This year, Garry Nelson and Michael Horrell received the Leaders Honor Roll Award for their outstanding commitment and service as community leaders.
Nelson supported Extension’s growth in community through its remove to its current location and its increased involvement with Community Services Forum and the Ste. Genevieve County Fair Board.
Among other things, Horrell provided expertise in accounting and investing, pro bono, to strengthen the Extension’s fiscal policy.
The retiring Council members, including Chair Eric Kertz, Vice Chair Michael Naeger, Secretary Dana Fallert, and Members DeAnna Cartee and Katy Wickerham, were also recognized for their valuable contributions and leadership during their time with the Extension.
During the business portion of the meeting, new and returning Council members were administered the oath of office by County Clerk Sue Wolk. These members included Mike Kertz, Jr., Missy Marberry, and Jean Werner. Mary Otte will be sworn in at a later date. The new slate of officers were also sworn in: Chair Jessica Filer, Vice-Chair Sam Fischer, Secretary Missy Marberry, and Treasurer Jason Blum.
Council members enjoyed a presentation by Robert Wolk, president of Sainte Genevieve Museum Learning Center, who shared fascinating information about the museum and its exhibits, including the notable fossils and dinosaur reproductions.
To learn more about the University of Missouri Extension, visit their Facebook site at MU Extension in Ste. Genevieve County or call (573) 883-3548.
Leaders honor roll: Garry Nelson and Michael Horrell. With Estrella Carmona, Extension Field Specialist.
Officers swearing in: Chair Jessica Filer, Vice-Chair Sam Fischer, Secretary Missy Marberry, and Treasurer Jason Blum, with Sue Wolk, County Clerk.
Retiring council members: Chair Eric Kertz and Vice-Chair Michael Naeger, with Estrella Carmona.
New members swearing in: Mike Kertz, Jr., Missy Marberry, Jean Werne, with Sue Wolk.