EVENT SCHEDULE

Celebrate * Honor * Recognize

5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.: Music by Judy Domney CELEBRATE

6 p.m. Dinner begins CELEBRATE

Catered by Maggie Maes of Miller

6:45 p.m. Songs from the Farm by Judy Domney CELEBRATE

7:00 p.m.: Recognition of Special Guests RECOGNIZE

Council Business Meeting and Welcome BUSINESS

7:15 p.m. State Fair Farm Family Recognition HONOR

Recognition of Century Farms in attendance RECOGNIZE

Drawing for a new Century Farm fence sign

Recognize oldest farm in attendance - Receives book “Barns of Missouri”

7:30 p.m.: Live Benefit Auction CELEBRATE

8:00 p.m. Recognition of five new Century Farms HONOR

8:45 p.m. Conclusion / music CELEBRATE

Settle up auction payments BUSINESS

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Greene County Extension Center Located inside the Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65807 417-881-8909 | http://extension.missouri.edu/greene

MUSICAL ENTERTIANMENT

Judy Domeny Bowen grew up on a farm near Rogersville. The majority of her traditional folksong repertoire

comes from the Ozark song collections of Max Hunter and Vance Randolph. She is also a professional auc-

tioneer and now, a retired art teacher.

HONORING THESE FARMS

2017 Missouri State Fair Farm Family from Greene County;

Matthew and Amanda Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo.

Farms in Greene County being recognized as Century Farms:

Jesse and Margaret Abney of Willard, farm started by George W. Kime, grandfather in 1902, 52 acres.

Wesley and Annette Corlett of Willard, farm star ted by Joseph A. Renshaw, great-grandfather in

1846, 40 acres.

Wayne and Crystal Fortner of Willard, farm star ted by Sidney For tner , grandfather in 1915, 205

acres.

Jim Killingsworth of Ash Grove, farm star ted by John K. Miller , grandfather in 1917, 80 acres.

Lewis and Shelly Smith of Willard, farm star ted by Luther Wiley, great-grandfather, in 1895, 120

acres.

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MINUTES OF THE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION COUNCIL

OF GREENE COUNTY

Date: Monday, August 28, 2017

Place: Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic Ave, Springfield, Missouri

Attendees: Tony Ahart, Morgan Ash, Joseph Crim, James Garton, Tyler Gunlock, Ann Hall, Joseph Hoffman, Kent John, Katie Keith, Kip Thompson, Samantha Mosier and 4-H Youth Representative Rebekah Presley.

The meeting was called to order at 12:10 pm, by Council Chair, Joseph Crim, who welcomed those in attendance, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Secretary Morgan Ash called roll and it was determined that a quorum was present.

Consent Agenda: A motion was made by Samantha Mosier and was seconded by Joseph Hoffman, to approve the Consent Agenda including the June meeting minutes and the June Treasurer’s report and bills to be paid for the month. Motion to approve passed by unanimous vote.

Citizen Input: There was none.

Council Training: Katie Keith led discussion on suppor ting election and upcoming activi-ties. The Fall donor letter was shared and election nominees were solicited. Names and contact information are needed by November to approach potential candidates.

Great Game of Business: The scorecard for the Food Preservation Program was reviewed. This supply heavy program lost some money due to some unexpected mileage expense incurred by two teachers from Barton County. High photocopy expenses contributed to this too. Eighty attendees participated, which is a good number. Soil tests are behind the projected numbers, but Fall is usually a good time for soil test completion. Donor numbers are ahead of this time last year.

Unfinished Business/Committee Reports:

Century Farm Fundraising: The event is Monday, September 25th at 5:30 pm at the round barn. Basket donations for the fundraising auction are needed. Everyone who donates a $50.00 bas-ket gets a free ticket to the event. There is a double incentive for your name in a drawing for special prizes in recognition for helping out with the Century Farms event. There will be a spe-cial educational session on, "Keeping the Farm In the Family," at 3:00 pm. A suggestion was made to invite prospective council candidates to the event to introduce them to the organization and its activities. An offer was made to print Century Farms flyers for free by Kent John.

Budget Committee: This committee has not met yet, due to the possibility of flat funding. Funding has not been finalized and they will meet when more is known.

New Business:

Excel Project: The Excel Project launches on September 14th for the Western side of the coun-ty. Ten more participants could be accommodated. Each meeting will focus on a different community and learning about issues there. A trip to Jefferson City will take place to meet community leaders.

Regional Staff Changes: Changes are unknown at this time but staff will learn more in Septem-ber, with announcements made in October. Some changes will depend on available space. Greene County Extension has space for a few more, but we will see what happens.

Tiger Ambassador Program: Let David know if you are interested in serving as an athletic am-bassador. A Greene County representative is needed and there are sports perks associated with this service.

Staff and Reaching Out Reports (ROR): Maggie Black's insurance is up for renewal and reports that premiums and benefits have not changed. Jeff Barber gave an update on the seven-year HERO Program. Greene County and Springfield both agreed to participate. Since Decem-ber, solar energy efficiency and improvements have a goal of saving enough money to pay for the improvements. Kansas City and Saint Louis have committed $12 million in economic im-provement positions. Mr. Barber has attempted to generate commitment for funds to pay for this project. Has not been able to find much interest. It appears that so far for now the project is intact. An assessment can be placed on the property as a means of funding the improvements and can be assumed by any future buyer of the property. A Green Award was won for Mr. Bar-ber's presentation in Wyoming.

4-H Report: Elections are next month. Exhibits this summer were a big success. One hundred thirty-two blue ribbons were awarded and 81 exhibits went to the fair.

County Program Director Report: Please help initiate contact with a state legislator to become involved. Please share any ideas for county programming with David Burton.

The meeting was adjourned to closed session regarding personnel matters at 12:50 pm.

Tyler Gunlock moved to adjourn at 1:15 pm and Ann Hall seconded the motion. The idea passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted by Morgan Ash

2017 Salute to Century Farms Benefit Auction

Items in the baskets have been collected or donated by Greene County Extension Council members or staff. Baskets assembled by council member Ann Hall. To be sold by Judy Domney as part of our live benefit auction.

OZARKS HISTORY GALORE A map of the “Mills of the Ozarks” along with one copy of the books “A History of Rural Schools in Greene County, Mo” and “Directory of Historic and One-Room Schools in Missouri,” both by David Bur-ton, and three DVDs donated by Ozarks Public Television: Ozarks Jubilee, Hillbilly in Me and Electrifica-tion. Includes certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. BARBEQUE BASKET One gallon of Cattleman’s BBQ sauce, grilling set and case, hickory smoking chips, lighter, burger bas-kets, shish kabob maker, bamboo skewers, and crate donated by David Burton and Lowes in Republic. Includes certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. MU TIGER TOTE: This Mizzou tote includes Mizzou wrapping paper, Mizzou car flag, MU Extension shirt, two MU alumni shirts, Mizzou scarf, Mizzou shoehorn and back stretcher, book “Mizzou Sports Through the Years,” Mizzou notecards, kozey, Mizzou journal, Mizzou to do list, four Mizzou plastic cups, one Mizzou plastic mug, Mizzou balloons, Mizzou poms, Mizzou magazine, book “Survivors Guide to the SEC” and gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. SILENCE OF THE LAMBS DVD of Silence of the Lambs, Chianti, glasses, fava bean snack, pate’ - items related to the movie LIFE IS A BEACH: Pool bag including large beach mat, dry bag and pool floaty, bottle of red wine and gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. RELAXATION BASKET: Basket of lotions, soap, tea mugs and tea from Rebekah and Marina Presley. Includes Shea butter, magnesium soak, hand cream, foaming soap, Chamonile tea and mugs and gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. BRANDY BASKET: Brandy, glasses and olive twists. WINE SPRITZER BASKET: Recipes for wine sprtizers, white wine, red wine, wine glasses, assorted items and gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. SHALL WE DANCE: Wine from Meyer farms, six private dance lessons from Tony Ahart and a gift cer-tificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. HOUSE HELPER BASKET $10 gift certificates from Restore & Walmart, cooking utensils, ducktape, tuff scrub, lingerie wash bag, scissors, Mr Clean and a gift certificate for a one-year subscription to Greene County Commonwealth. KEEP CALM, GARDEN ON Garden basket is stuffed with useful items. Assorted decorative garden stones, $25 gift card to MFA, $10 gift card to Fair Grove Feed-n-Trade-n-Post, butterfly book, misquote spray and candle, wet wipes, spray nozzle, and a gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth.

ULTIMATE OFFICE KIT Don’t miss the container! This is a special hand-made laser cut metal and wood bottom box with tropi-cal flowers and a hummingbird cut out! In it you will find reams of office paper, assorted office supplies, and a gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. BE THANKFUL: Trays with Thanksgiving décor, pilgrim statue, candle, decorative magnets, dish town, wooden pumpkin, picture frame and a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. FALL IS IN THE AIR : Ceramic pumpkin, candle and lantern set, pinecone and acorn décor, decorative owl, wooden try, tea towel, inspirational sign, leaf picture and a gift certificate for a one-year subscrip-tion to the Greene County Commonwealth. TAKE A JOURNEY: Journey bag with travel items including a book, journal, luggage tags, stylus, Rus-sian nesting doll and a gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth. PAMPERED LADY BASKET: Includes cosmetic bags, a very beautiful and unique necklace, scraf, along with various types of Burts bees cosmetics. PETER’S LIQUOR CABINET: Assorted spirits in an easy to carry plastic crate—see crate at the auction for the final list of items. Champagne Gin Vodka Scotch Pimms Red Wines Mystery Wine Insulated Wine Cooler ASSORTED LOCALLY CREATED ART (Sold Choice) Garden Stepping Stone created by - Randy Bakerink Assorted stain glass pieces by Harold Bender Wood carvings by David A.E. Johnson Lamp with a hand-made blow grass bottom—donated by Kip Thompson ASSORTED GIFT CARDS (Sold Choice) Metro Farmer—$50 value ASSORTED PAINTINGS (Sold Choice) Oil painting “Ballyin Lane” 1964 oil on canvas by noted mid-twentieth century impressionist, the

late Wm. Reynolds Diaz-Albertini Oil Painting “Caribbean Beach” 2014 Peter Longley Pen & Ink “Georgia Palms” 1969 Peter Longley Still Life Fruit - Peter Longley Pencil drawing by Darlene Bengsch FEATURED ARTWORK Tangerine Iris,” a painting by Riki Lipe. This 36x36 framed oil painting of an oversized tangerine iris was done by Springfield artist Riki Lipe. Her artwork can be found on display throughout the United States, Japan, Europe and Australia and it valued at $1,000s per piece. LOCAL FOOD GALORE! A beautiful basket with sorted local food products from Mama Jeans! In 2016, this basket was highest bid item. Extremely popular items selected by our nutrition specialist Dr. Pam Duitsman. Includes a gift certificate for a one-year subscription to the Greene County Commonwealth.