Johnson County Agricultural Association Membership

The Johnson County Agricultural Mechanical Society was organized in 1887. During this time the society held fairs annually for 31 years near where City High is now. Then in 1929, the annual county 4-H Home Economics Shows began under the sponsorship of the Extension Service which was associated with Farm Bureau. Shows were held at various locations including sale barns, tented areas, the U of I Stadium and Field House.

In 1949, the Johnson County Agricultural Association was formed by people interested in 4-H who recognized the need for permanent facilities. These people began taking up donations and seeking out memberships. They then assumed rights to state and county aid through an affidavit of dissolution of the 1887 Society.

Memberships are open to individuals, couples, businesses or 4-H clubs interested in the purposes of the corporation. Members must be 18 years of age. Each membership is limited to 1 vote. The association now has approximately 200 members.

PURPOSES and BENEFITS…
• Have ownership of the Johnson County 4-H Fairgrounds
• Free Gate at Johnson County 4-H Fair
• Eligible to be on Board of Directors (Fair Board)
• Supports 4-H and Youth of Johnson County
• 4-H Fairgrounds top facility in the state
• Community Center for Iowa City and Johnson County
• Home for ISU/Johnson County Extension Service
• Carry on a long time Johnson County Tradition

I / we would like to become a lifetime member of the association. Enclosed is my payment of $25.00 payable to Johnson County Agricultural Association.

Name ____________________________________________

Address __________________________________________

City __________________ State _____ Zip ___________

Date _________________

Return to: Johnson County Agricultural Association
4-H Fairgrounds
4261 Oak Crest Hill Rd., SE
Iowa City, IA 52246-5881
# 319-337-5865 or Fax # 319-338-2291

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