OSU Extension staff propose single-educator model; commissioners raise 2027 budget and continuity concerns

Jun 30, 2026

Ohio State Extension staff told Ross County officials they plan to move from two educators to one educator plus a program assistant, arguing it would concentrate local programming and reduce travel; commissioners probed potential 2027 budget impacts and coverage during fairs.

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OSU Extension staff came before Ross County officials to report a staffing change and propose shifting to a one-educator model supplemented by a program assistant, saying the adjustment would keep programming local and lower travel burdens.

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