State Fair Commission
Missouri State Fairgrounds
2503 West 16th Street
Sedalia, MO 65301
Phone: (660) 827-8150
Fax: (660) 827-8160
Email: mark.wolfe@mda.mo.gov
Website: http://www.mostatefair.com/
Director: Mark Wolfe
Details on Board or Commission
Authority: RSMo 262.217
Department: Agriculture
Mission:
The Missouri State Fair Commission works to communicate the story of Missouri agriculture and the Missouri State Fair in ways that appeal to the state's citizens as the diversity of agriculture within the state and the fair's diversity have continued to grow.
Function:
The Missouri State Fair Commission oversees the operations of the Missouri State Fair and is responsible for the selection and supervision of the fair director. It also has the authority to lease or purchase lands and accept or reject contracts.
Subcommittees: Executive Committee Finance/Capital Improvements Committee Marketing/Public Relations Committee Concessions/Off Season Usage Entertainment/Carnival Competition
Details on Meetings
Number of meetings: 11 meetings; also present during entire state fair; additional activities as needed
Location of meetings: Sedalia primarily; Jefferson City or other location periodically
Duration of meetings: 5 - 7 hours; committee meetings, 2 - 3 hours as needed
Preparation time for meetings: 2 to 3 hours
Total time commitment: 13 hours; more during the State Fair in August; overnight stays required
Details on Members
Total members: 9
Appointed members: 8
Term length: 4 years
Compensation: Members receive reimbursement for realized and necessary expenses.
Member Requirements: 1 must be the director of the department of agriculture; 2 members must be active farmers; 2 must be current or past presidents of county or regional fair boards; 1 must be employed by agribusiness; and 3 must be at-large members
Political Requirements: yes, not more than 4 members, excluding the Director of Agriculture, may be members of the same political party
Geographic Requirements: yes, not more than 2 members may reside in the same congressional district; members must reside in Missouri for 5 years preceding appointment
Senate Consent Required: Yes