Hansen Advisory Board

Thelma Hansen's bequest called for the appointment of an Adsory Board with representatives from Ventua County Cooperative Extension, Ventura County Farm Bureau, the local commercial farming industry, the community, and the University. The Advisory Board is responsible for providing the University with county-based advice and knowledge on the needs of Ventura County agriculture and for helping to carry out the objectives of the endowment. The Advisory Board provides the Hansen Director with consultation, information, and recommendations on the use of the funds available annually to fulfill the purpose of the Thelma Hansen Fund.

Regular members are appointed by the Vice President of ANR. Members are appointed for a term of four years and can be reappointed for an additional four-year term. All appointments begin July 1 and end June 30. If a member resigns, a new appointment will be made to complete the prior member's term. 

Associate Board members shall serve a one-year term, with the possiblility of reappointment for one additional year.

2012-2013 Board Members 

UC Representatives
Cindy Barber
Director, Development Services

Rose Hayden-Smith
UC Cooperative Extension-Ventura

Agricultural Representatives
John Krist
William Terry 
Bill Reiman
Fred Van Wingerden

Community Representatives
Michael Hause
Chris Garmon (Assoicaite Member)
Donald Rodriguez
Chris Stephens, Board Chair