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Exhibit Hall superintendent resigns; board debates integration and funding
Summary
Amber resigned as Exhibit Hall Superintendent citing fundraising shortfalls and confusion over the role’s integration with the fair; the board discussed whether to fully fund and incorporate the Exhibit Hall and decided not to allocate $2,000 "yet."
Amber submitted and the board read a letter of resignation from her role as Exhibit Hall Superintendent, citing difficulty fundraising—she said outreach to more than 65 businesses raised $520—and a disconnect over whether the Exhibit Hall should operate separately or be incorporated and funded by the fair.
Amber told the board she believed the Exhibit Hall would thrive if fully integrated and budgeted by the fair; she estimated the previous year’s Exhibit Hall budget at about $5,000–$6,000. A board representative said they appreciated Amber’s work but would not be putting $2,000 into the Exhibit Hall "yet," and noted the Commissioners’ $20,000 contribution is treated as funding for the fair overall, which the board views as inclusive of Exhibit Hall needs.
The board also raised an administrative concern: Amber used an extremely old file and sent unapproved materials, including contracts bearing the fair logo, which included incorrect mileage figures and caused budgeting confusion for judges’ pay and a $500 event payment. The board thanked Amber for her service and confirmed the Exhibit Hall Superintendent position remains open; a community member expressed interest in assisting.
Board discussion focused on whether to incorporate the Exhibit Hall budget into the fair’s finances and how much direct support the board should provide. No formal motion to change the Exhibit Hall’s funding was recorded at the March 9 meeting.
