Fair Board

Application & Election Process for Fair Board of Directors

Interested in joining the Fair Board?
All prospective board members — including those seeking re-election — are required to fill out a Fair Board Director Application.

Selection Process:

• All applicants will be interviewed by a Nominating Committee composed of past board members, current board members, and community officials.
• The committee will ask all applicants the same set of questions and score them accordingly.
• Based on these evaluations, the committee will create a slate of candidates to present to the Fair Board for approval.
• Election will take place at the Annual Meeting which is the 4th Tuesday of October.

💡 This process does not change how elections are conducted. It enhances transparency by giving Fair Association members more information about the candidates and offering applicants a fair opportunity to be included on the ballot.

When a superintendent position becomes available, the Cass County Fair Board will work to fill it promptly with a well-qualified individual.

• Openings will be advertised on the Cass County Fair website, Facebook page, and by word of mouth.
• Interested applicants must complete an application, including references.
• A committe, appointed by the Fair Board, will review applications and conduct interviews.
• Following interviews, the committee will recommend a candidate to the Fair Board.
• Upon appoval by vote, the candidate will be appointed and notified.

Superintendents are expected to work collaboratively with the Fair Board and leadership to:

• Oversee their species, barn area, and related shows
• Maintain a well-organized and respectful environment
• Uphold high standards of moral conduct

If a superintendent’s behavior is found to be inappropriate or unbefitting of the role, the Cass County Fair Board reserves the right to remove the individual from their position.