Alameda County Agricultural Fair Association Seeks Board Members

Press release from the Alameda County Fairgrounds:

PLEASANTON, CA — Alameda County Agricultural Fair Association’s Board (Fair Board) announces open application period to elect and fill three vacancies. The Fair Board is comprised of 21 members. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors appoints 10 members; the Fair Board elects 11 members. Board Members serve 4-year terms. Fair Board will elect three members. Applicants must commit to participating in monthly Board Meetings and a variety of committee meetings.

The mission of the Alameda County Agricultural Fair Association is to assure the long-term viability of the Alameda County Fairgrounds, present an exceptional annual Fair that celebrates the heritage and diversity of Alameda County, and provide year-round opportunities for facility usage.

Qualified candidates will provide leadership to assure long-term success of the Association. Interested applicants who wish to serve on the Fair Board, a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, should submit to the CEO’s office by Friday, September 23, 2022:

1. Letter of interest – expressing their desire to serve on the Fair Board, including a stated commitment to maximum participation on the Board and committees. The letter should also clearly state what skills and assets that the candidate will bring to the Board.
2. Resume – candidates shall submit a resume.
3. Completion of “Candidate Information Form” – including information such as but not limited to: experience serving on Boards of Directors, community leadership and service, educational background, professional skills and licenses, volunteer or business relationships with the Association, etc.

Submissions can be made electronically by filling in the online application and uploading items a and b; OR items a, b and c may be printed and submitted by mailing directly to Alameda County Fairgrounds at 4501 Pleasanton Ave. Pleasanton, CA 94566.

Election to the Board of Directors is limited to community members who permanently reside in Alameda County. The Board shall give special consideration to:

a. Special expertise needed

b. Geographic area of representation within the County

c. The diversity of the County and its representation within the Association Board membership

For more information or the Candidate Information Form, visit alamedacountyfair.com/about-us.

All applications must be received by Friday, September 23, 2022.

The Alameda County Agricultural Fair Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, produces the annual Alameda County Fair without any tax funding from the government. It is ranked one of the top 50 North American Fairs and the 7th largest fair in California. The Fairgrounds is home to the oldest one-mile race track in America.

This press release was produced by Alameda County Fairgrounds. The views expressed here are the author’s own.