The Washburn County Board of Supervisors welcomes youth in grades 9, 10, and 11 who are residents and/or students of Washburn County to apply to serve as youth representatives on the County Board. This initiative provides Washburn County youth an opportunity to play a valuable and active leadership role in the governance of the county while enhancing their interest in the operation of local government and civic participation.

Youth involvement on the County Board will require not only enthusiasm, but also a commitment of time and energy to this important role. Youth representatives will be expected to attend County Board meetings. Youth will have the opportunity to participate in committee meetings if interested.

Application Form – Due by April 3, 2023

Application Form (.doc, 2 pages, 166 KB)

Application Form (.pdf, 2 pages, 197 KB)

Reference Form – Two references are due by April 3, 2023

Reference Form (.doc, 2 pages, 155 KB)

Reference Form (.pdf, 2 pages, 148 KB)

Application Information 

Application Info Sheet (.pdf, 1 page, 148 KB)

Position Descriptions
Position Descriptions (.pdf, 2 pages, 171 KB)

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. An application form and two references are due by April 3, 2023.
2. One reference is to be from your parent/guardian and one from an individual in your school and/or community. Reference forms need to be sent directly by the individuals providing the reference.
3. Selections will be made on or around April 6, 2023.
4. Youth representatives will start their terms at the April 2023 County Board meeting.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact Amy Costello, Administrative Assistant, Washburn County Extension acostell@co.washburn.wi.us