Recordings from the 2025 Extension Council Conference will be posted as they are captioned along with presentation slides and handouts.
The following videos and resources are recordings of the keynote and breakout sessions of the 2025 Extension Council Conference. NOTE: There are "Chapters" in some videos. Click on the bulleted list icon on the video player to access the chapter feature.
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Understanding Property Tax & Implications for Extension
Extension Council Conference Keynote Address, April 10, 2025
Understanding Property Tax & Implications for Extension
Learn about the legislative climate related to property taxes, proposed property tax legislation, and how this applies to county extension district funding.
How Councils Can Co-Create the Future of Extension
Extension Council Conference Keynote Address, April 15, 2025
How Councils Can Co-Create the Future of Extension
Hear Vice President Henderson's explanation of the current funding climate for extension and learn how county extension councils can position their county programs for sustainability in the future.
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Dr. Jason Henderson, Vice President for Extension and Outreach
Recorded April 2025 for the IECA Extension Council Conference
Reading the Monthly Financial Reports
Your county extension council was created as a taxing authority to collect and allocate dollars, according to Iowa Code Section 176A. But do you know how to read the monthly reports you receive? Learn what to look for and how to use the information to ensure your budget is progressing as planned throughout the year.
Recorded April 2025 for the IECA Extension Council Conference
2025 Fiscal Policy Update
One of the primary roles of the extension council is to be fiscally responsible with their county funds. Review the fiscal policy, especially the 2025 updates to the county fiscal policy template which your county will review and adopt.
Determining the Fiscal Health of your County Budget
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Determining the Fiscal Health of Your County Budget
Do you know how to anticipate your tax revenue in 3 to 5 years? How does your county's property valuation impact your budget? Can you sustain the staff you have and the building where you're located? Learn how to use the numbers to determine your fiscal health rather than just hoping your budget is sound.
The extension district's financial review has changed over the last several years. Learn about the role of the council in auditing, the process of the audit, and how findings can lead to positive change.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is a big organization with a complex partnership between ISU and your county extension district. This session will help outline "who's who" and "who does what" at the county, regional, state, and federal levels, as well as how it impacts you as a council member. And, no, there won't be a quiz at the end of the session.
Recorded April 2025 for the IECA Extension Council Conference
Understanding Roles within Extension
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is a big organization with a complex partnership between ISU and your county extension district. This session will help outline "who's who" and "who does what" at the county, regional, state, and federal levels, as well as how it impacts you as a council member. And, no, there won't be a quiz at the end of the session.
