Dane County board recognizes local 4‑H members and volunteers
November 06, 2025 | Dane County, Wisconsin
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Supervisor Smith introduced the resolution, describing 4‑H as a youth leadership organization built around the “head, heart, health and hands” life‑skills model and noting National 4‑H Week took place earlier in October. “4‑H members who show animals enjoy talking with fair attendees about the effort and preparation that went into getting their goat, cow, llama, or rabbit ready to show,” Smith said while reading highlights provided by youth participants and club leaders.
The resolution notes Dane County 4‑H includes more than 9,000 youth members and 2,400 adult volunteers representing 33 community clubs, as well as county UW Extension programs such as youth governance and Youth Advocates for Community Health. Smith moved the resolution; Supervisor Postler seconded. The board adopted the resolution by voice vote.
After adoption, Smith added that youth could not attend the meeting due to a large 4‑H event and read examples youth wrote about what made them proud of their clubs. Smith concluded the remarks by leading the board in the 4‑H pledge.
The resolution asks the board to recognize the contribution of 4‑H members, volunteers and UW Extension staff to youth development and community service. The board did not attach funding or implementation directives to the resolution.
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