Board recognizes National 4‑H Week; youth leaders speak about program impact
Summary
The Board adopted a resolution recognizing Oct. 4–10, 2026 as National 4‑H Week. County 4‑H staff and youth representatives described local programs, career readiness initiatives and upcoming camps.
The Board adopted Administrative Item 2 to proclaim Oct. 4–10, 2026 as National 4‑H Week in Santa Barbara County. The clerk introduced county 4‑H staff and several youth members who spoke to the board.
Melissa Geehan, identified in the record as the 4‑H youth development adviser for Santa Barbara County and representing UC Cooperative Extension, thanked the county for supporting Cooperative Extension. She described a shift toward college and career readiness initiatives and previewed programs including a teens‑as‑teachers effort and a counselor training track for returning camp programs. Youth members Albert Flores, Lila Garay and Quinn Camacho offered short remarks about their experiences raising animals and building leadership and public‑speaking skills.
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