The nine-member Washington County Extension Council recently elected new officers. Kathy Ebert was re-elected chairperson while Dennis Lampe was re-elected vice chairperson. Sue Janecek will be secretary and Cathy Rich will be treasurer, they too were re-elected. The council is the county governing body of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and works to provide research-based learning opportunities for Washington County residents while building partnerships. They hire staff, manage the county extension budget, and oversee educational opportunities. Local extension programs include 4-H and youth, and Master Gardeners, among others.