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The State of California is divided into 54 District Agricultural Associations. The Yolo County Fairgrounds, established in 1935, are operated by the 40th District on behalf of the State under the Department of Food and Agriculture (Fairs & Expositions unit).

The Fairgrounds are made self-supporting through year around facility rentals and contributions from the Horse Racing Industry. We do not receive state general funds.

The 40th DAA is governed by a nine-member board. Each member is appointed by the Governor and serves a two-year term. The members do not received a stipend.

The Board appoints a CEO/Secretary who is charged with the day-to-day operations of the facilities. The Board meets on the second Monday of every month unless otherwise noted.

Current board of directors includes:

Elaine Yamaguchi, Chair
Troy Bird, Vice Chair
Laurie Schuler-Flynn
Denise Sagara
Nancy Muller
Gary Holman
Katie Villegas
Anthony Roberts

Board Agenda Meetings

COVID 19 UPDATE - Board meetings are done online at this time.

Board Meetings take place at the Yolo County Fair office located at 1125 East Street, Woodland Ca 95776 at 6:00 p.m. on the dates listed below

June 22, 2020	--	Agenda - Meeting Cancelled
May 20 2020	--	Agenda - Meeting Cancelled
May 1, 2020	--	Agenda - Emergency Meeting
April 27, 2020	--	Agenda
April 13, 2020	--	Agenda - Emergency Meeting
March 23, 2020	--	Agenda
February 10, 2020	--	Agenda - Meeting Cancelled
January 13, 2020	--	Agenda - Meeting Cancelled