Extension Leadership Council

Mission of the Extension Leadership Council:

• To develop a program plan that will direct the Cooperative Extension's resources toward identified issues and concerns.
• To provide support and counsel from the community regarding the program, resources and philosophy of Virginia Cooperative Extension.

Prince William County Extension Leadership Council (ELC) members represent:

• Prince William County, Manassas City and Manassas Park
• Program interests or associations
• Cross-section of community demographics

PHOTO: Examining a compost bin during an ELC visit to the Teaching Gardens

Membership Information: The ELC membership consists of 18-20 community residents who represent County magisterial districts and the cities. Members are appointed for a 3-year term. However, there are no term limits as long as members remain actively involved. Officers are Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary, who serve as the Executive Committee. Prince William ELC is in partnership with the state ELC (Virginia Extension Leadership Council).

Meetings:

• The Council usually meets on the third Tuesday morning of January, March, May, June, September and November.
• The ELC Chair and the Extension Office Unit Coordinator develop meeting agendas.

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Virginia Cooperative Extension is a joint program of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and state and local governments.  Virginia Cooperative Extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, veteran status, national origin, disability, or political affiliation.  An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.