For Immediate Release
 

Russell, Ontario – January 21, 2012 – The Russell Agricultural Society held its annual meeting this past week. The Treasurer and the President reviewed the events of the past year and how the weather allowed us to hold such a successful fair. The fair attendance continues to grow and the diversity of the programming continues to improve. On hand were our local councilors Pierre Leroux and Craig Cullen. In addition, the Ag Society was very pleased to welcome both Pierre Lemieux M.P. and Grant Crack M.P.P. to attend the meeting. It is with great support from all levels of government that the Russell Agricultural Society continues to thrive. Special presentations during the evening were made to Steven Bekkers (who was unable to attend) as the winner for the most points in the Commercial Features program of the fair. He was the winner of the Keith Dugdale Memorial Award. The recipient of the Agricultural Service Diploma went to Michael Bols. A long time director and Past President of the fair, Mike has made an outstanding contribution to the long term viability of the Russell Fair. His outstanding commitment to the livestock area of the fair has been a key component to the fairs’ success.

As part of any annual general meeting there was the installation of the new board for the coming year. The picture shows the new executive for the coming year. If you have any questions or suggestions, don’t hesitate to contact any of the executive.
 

Presenting the Agricultural Service Diploma to Michael Bols is Past President Tony Baas. (click on picture to enlarge)

Henry Staal presents the Keith Dugdale Memorial Award for highest points in the Commercial Features to Steven Bekkers. Steve was unable to attend so President Bert Vedder accepted it on Steve’s behalf. (click on picture to enlarge)