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OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS in 2007!
CCE CHAUTAUQUA AGRICULTURAL PROGRAM
In early 2007, we have reached more than 1,300 individuals who are involved with agriculture, which includes 750 farms. These individuals receive education and/or information three-to-four times per year.
Small Farms Discussion Group meetings provided key information to individuals across the County, who otherwise have not participated in Extension Programs.
Coordinated a grant among eight large farm businesses to conduct Commercial Drivers License (CDL) training for 32 farm owners and employees. Producers requested this training to comply with changing Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
Organized and facilitated production seminars providing agricultural producers with the latest in technologies and management techniques.
CCE CHAUTAUQUA 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
-179 children participated in leadership training opportunities and activities, such as Junior Superintendent positions at this year’s County Fair.
-899 students from 16 schools participated in this year’s Conservation Field Days which informed students on a variety of environmental topics.
-150 community members participated in community activities to increase knowledge in leadership, home economics, agriculture and/or conservation.
-39 children participated in Career Exploration opportunities to experience and learn more about specific careers.
-18 children participated in local, state and national competitions to demonstrate their knowledge, skill and confidence in key subject areas.
-123 adults served as a volunteer leaders in a variety of 4-H Youth Development committees and clubs.
CCE CHAUTAUQUA RECYCLING PROGRAM
School Programs- DEC poster contest, Go Green Initiative, and Abitibi Paper Recycling. Many schools are now recycling and participating in one or more programs through Cornell. Brocton Central has recently registered as the areas first “Go Green School.”
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) – Assist in the advertising and coordination of 5 HHW collections within Chautauqua & Cattaraugus Counties to collect hazardous chemicals and electronics from residents, keeping them out of the landfill and away from pets and children.
Gus Macker Recycling – Coordinated the collection of plastic and cardboard for recycling at the June, 2007 Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Jamestown, which collected over 1.5 tons of material.
Compost – Promote composting with local Garden Clubs and Master Gardeners through educational materials, workshops, sale of home composters, and compost giveaways. Over 700 cubic yards were given away to approximately 180 residents, including an Amish Family with a buggy.
Energy Education – Held three workshops on energy conservation for the public. Conducted an Alternative Energy Workshop in March 2007 with professional speakers on solar, wind, biofuels, and home energy conservation through a grant from Cornell University.
CCE CHAUTAUQUA FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES/FAMILY LIFE PROGRAM
CCE Community Nutrition Educators, in partnership with the Department of Social Services and County agencies, have helped 561 low-income families with children improve their eating habits, food shopping skills, food safety practices and money management.
CCE provides public health nutrition to Chautauqua County residents through news media, community presentations (28) and individual requests for information.
CCE provides a link to Cornell University’s nutrition researchers through programs aimed at breast cancer risk reduction and obesity control.
CCE is a partner in Steps to a Healthier New York, Partners for Prevention, and the Strengthening Fathers Initiative.
CCE CHAUTAUQUA CHILD DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING PROGRAM
Our program is responsible for conducting monthly training meetings, coordination and development of training programs, and the production and distribution of the quarterly training calendar.
Partnering with Success By 6 and the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation, we assisted in conducting a series of free workshops for parents called “Parent University.” These workshops, were broadcasted live through BOCES’ Distant Learning System.
In May 2007, CCE co- sponsored the first-ever Child Care Networking Conference to provide a “one-stop” shop for training child care providers.
A public forum that brought together child care leaders, providers and educators was held to discuss how we can work together to ensure that the child care needs of our community are met.
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