The Extension Council is authorized by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, in accordance with state law, to be actively involved in the operation of University of Illinois Extension; Extension Councils cooperate with Extension staff in planning, promoting, developing, implementing, evaluating, and financing an Extension program designed to meet the needs, interests, and resources of the local communities served.
Our Unit Council membership has representation from each of the counties we serve.
Edwards County
- Michelle Piller
- Doug Raber
- Matthew St. Ledger
Lawrence County
- Jim Brewer - Chair (2024-2025)
- Megan Daugherty
- Kimberly Fisher - Vice Chair (2024-2025)
Richland County
- Julie Clodfelter
- Seth Clodfelter
- Andrea Puckett
Wabash County
- Karissa Anderson
- Haleigh Buchanan
- Tonya Potts
Wayne County
- Justine Basnett - Secretary (2024-2025)
- Paul Bruinsma
- Lily Simpson
For contact information please contact Tara Buerster, County Director at 618-445-2934 or by email at buerste2@illinois.edu.
Council Meeting Dates
Below are the upcoming Extension Council meeting dates for 2025. Meetings are held at the Edwards County Farm Bureau Community Meeting Room (15 S. 5th Street, Albion) unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6 p.m.