Members of Extension Councils contribute immeasurably to the effectiveness of University of Illinois Extension by helping identify local needs, develop/implement programs and secure resources for projects that address our state's most pressing issues. 

If you are interested in bringing your unique perspective to the Madison-Monroe-St. Clair Extension Council, please contact Amy Cope, County Director, at 618-939-3434. University of Illinois Extension is dedicated to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity. All decisions involving clientele and employees are based on individual merit and are free from invidious discrimination in all its forms. 

The 2020/2021 Extension Council Members

Ms. Chelsey Ammann, Madison County

Mr. David Ammann, Madison County

Mr. Wilbon Anthony, St. Clair County

Miss Claire Dorsey (student), Madison County

Ms. Rosemary Dorsey, Madison County

Mr. Gary Green, St. Clair County

Ms. Megan Huelsmann, Madison County

Ms. Amy Kolweier, Monroe County

Ms. Kenya Leonard, St. Clair County

Mr. Adam Mestemacher, Madison County

Mr. Brian Mueller, Monroe County

Miss Janella Neary (student), Monroe County

Ms. Raeleen Neary, Monroe County

Ms. Emilie Nilges, Monroe County

Ms. April Rottmann, Madison County

Ms. Kayla Thessing, St. Clair County

Mr. Dan Tiedemann, St. Clair County

Special thanks to the 2019/2020 Extension Council Members

who dedicated their time and talents to the mission of University of Illinois Extension.