Virginia Cooperative Extension

VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION

DESCRIPTION

The Virginia Cooperative Extension Service is a division of Virginia Polytechnic and State University responsible for providing technical information, educational programs, and problem solving consultation in the area of agriculture, 4-H and youth, home economics, natural resources, and community resource development for all citizens.

CITY COUNCIL TARGET AREA FY 23 OBJECTIVES

Expanded Economic Development Increase the profitability of local agricultural producers both large and small while also promoting sustainable farming practices and introducing technology that assist in all facets of their livelihoods. Promote 4-H camp and programming by revitalizing the program to expose youth of all ages to opportunities in STEAM education and personal development. Bring innovative, interdisciplinary programming to traditionally underserved areas of the local community. Create and maintain local partnerships that enable Virginia Cooperative Extension programming to be based upon community needs, equality, and accessibility.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES FY 21 FY 22 FY 23 Actual Projected Estimated

Agriculture and Natural Resources: Number of programs offered Citizens participating in programs 17 18 20 427 450 475

Requests for services 375 400 450

Youth Programs: Youth participating in the 4-H Club 65 80 100 Youth programs offered 26 28 35 Youth participating in youth programs 550 650 700

Account Number: 100-83500-

53100 Professional Services 55210 Postal Services 55230 Telecommunications 55500 Travel and Training 55810 Dues and Association Memberships 56001 Office Supplies 56017 Copier Costs

Total Operating Expenditures 2019-2020 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 % 2022-2023 %

Actual Actual Budget Requested Change Adopted Change

$ 28,673 $ 43,870 $ 56,000 $ 63,361 13% $ 63,361 13% 1,096 1,622 1,100 1,901 2,694 4,160 850 -23% 4,160 0% 850 -23% 4,160 0%

- 1,200 - 400 1,200 0% 400 0% 1,200 0% 400 0%

1,267 662 1,700 3,274 2,002 5,128 1,700 0% 5,128 0% 1,700 0% 5,128 0%

$ 36,211 $ 50,850 $ 69,688 $ 76,799 10% $ 76,799 10%