The Lake County Board of Commissioners adopted two ceremonial resolutions recognizing the success of the 2025 Lake County Fair and the 2025 Lake County 4‑H Livestock Auction and heard multiple speakers praise volunteers and youth participation.

The resolutions, offered during the meeting, passed by voice vote with Commissioners Beveridge, Plutchnick and Rekovich recorded in favor. Commissioners did not record a formal mover or seconder on the public record beyond the meeting clerk’s “so moved/second” statements.

County and fair officials said the fair draws broad community participation and showcases year‑round work by youth and volunteers. Lisa Manning, 4‑H educator with the Ohio State University Extension, described the program as continuous, saying, “We’re always looking at ways to improve the program. I feel like it gets better every year.” Manning said nearly 100 volunteer advisers support the program and that 4‑H clubs also perform community service, including a food‑stocking competition and a Back to School Bash that provided school supplies and clothing.

Commissioners and fair board members thanked volunteers, staff and families for supporting the event. The commission singled out Jerry Merhar, the county fair board director, for retirement recognition and acknowledged the auction’s high turnout and a record high 4‑H auction amount cited during remarks.

During remarks a county official highlighted a first‑year exhibitor, an 8‑year‑old named Quinn, whose grand champion steer was reported as 1,428 pounds; commissioners used the anecdote to illustrate the months‑long commitment behind the fair projects. The meeting record shows the commission and fair organizers encouraged wider community attendance at future fairs.

The two ceremonial resolutions were procedural and advisory; no regulatory changes or funding decisions were attached to the commemorations.

The board moved on to other agenda items following the recognition and photos of award recipients.

Looking ahead, speakers encouraged continued community and county support for 4‑H programs and fair operations.