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FAIR BOARD


Did you know that our Board of Directors are volunteers? They donate hundreds of hours throughout the year to ensure that you have the best Fair and Fairgrounds possible.

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Chairman

Paul Boyd
(Culdesac)

Paul Boyd was appointed to the Board in 2017. He first became involved with the fair when his daughters showed. He helped out in the swine and steer barns and continues to offer his support in the beef barn. He was a 4-H CWF Chaperone during the 2015 trip and is still active in supporting the program. Paul assists with premium preparations and is always willing to assist where he’s needed.

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Vice Chairman

Leslie Smith
(Lewiston)
Leslie Smith was appointed to the Board in 2020. She has been a volunteer in the Flower Department since 2001. She’s only missed two tear down days and only because she had the flu! She has entered flowers every year and on occasion, has entered paper crafts and canning. Leslie’s positive attitude and willingness to help makes the fair a brighter place.

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Kim L. Cannon
(Kendrick)
Kim was appointed to the Board in 2008. He was involved in the fair from 2004-2018 as a 4-H parent and leader. His 3 kids showed animals and he served as project leader for various projects over the years. He replaced Dale Siflow, who recruited him. He is an electrical contractor and his skill set was needed on the Board. Kim’s insight to board decisions is very appreciated.

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Bob Carlton
(Lewiston)
Bob was appointed to the Board in 2012. He first became involved with the fair when his kids showed animals. He and his wife were leaders for many years with the Tail Twisters 4-H Club. He spent many years as the Sheep Barn Superintendent before being asked to serve on the Board. Bob’s knowledge and willingness to help guide projects on the Fairgrounds is appreciated.

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Tony Havens
(Lewiston)
Tony was appointed to the Board in 2010. He has been in and around the fair for over 30 years as a 4-H member, parent, 4-H leader and a Board Member. He grew up near the fairgrounds, so the availability to enjoy the fair was easy. Tony celebrated many Birthdays at the fair. His own children were part of 4-H and the fair as well. Raising sheep and steers for the Fair has always been a passion of his that continues on today. During this time, he has seen many small, and some large, improvements take place and he hopes for many more in the near future. His enthusiasm is appreciated.

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Joanie Wittman
(Lewiston)
Joanie was appointed to the Board in 2022. Joanie has a long history of being involved with 4-H and FFA, both as a member and later helping her two sons with their projects. She is interested in improving the infrastructure of the fairgrounds. Joanie has volunteered in the needlework department for years, as well as wherever else needed. She wants to make sure fairgoers, participants and vendors all have a great experience. Joanie’s enthusiasm and willingness to help wherever needed is greatly appreciated.

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Patti Schmitt
(Lewiston)
Patti was appointed to the Board in 2023. She has had a lifelong involvement in 4-H as a child, mother of 4-Hers and now as a grandma. She has also volunteered in the Open Classes at Fair time. She loves that the fairgrounds is used for so many diverse events and activities. While Patti is our newest member, we appreciate her willingness to jump in and do what’s needed, learning along the way.

 
 

Nez Perce County Commissioners

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Don Beck
District 1
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Doug Havens
District 2
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Doug Zenner
District 3
 

Fair Board History

FAIR BOARD HISTORY

In the 1950s, a meeting of businessmen and interested exhibitors was held to appoint a committee of fifteen members to manage the Nez Perce County Fair. The Fair continued with a 21-person committee acting as the Fair Board. In 1953, there was a new move to get a county fair board founded under the Idaho Code. The stack of petitions representing 4,500 county residents was appealing for a permanent County Fair Board. Herbert Powell (third from the right), Chairman of the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce Petition Committee, is presenting them to the Nez Perce County Commissioners in the photo below. (Left to Right) Bert Schroeder, J.D. Richardson, Wayne Talbott, Powell, and Art Barnes and Kermit Malcom of the Chamber of Commerce, who presented the petitions to the Commissioners at the County Courthouse on December 15, 1953.

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FIRST APPOINTED FAIR BOARD MEMBERS

Ed C. Rettig 1954-1972
John Thiessen 1954-1978
Art Barnes 1954-1959
Herb Powell 1954-1978
Hugh Parks 1954-1975
Jack Clifford 1954-1958
Buford Webb 1954-1976
Joe Dahmen 1954-1955

OTHER FAIR BOARD MEMBERS AND DATES SERVED

Norman Fitzsimmons 1955-1959
Loren Kambitsch 1955-1978
Joe Thometz 1955-1969
George Wilkinson 1958-1977
Gerald Storer 1959-1982
Darrell Kirby 1977-1981
Peter Wilson 1978-1985
William Jones 1981-1986
Margaret Burman 1978-1993
Dick Wagner 1979-1984
James Hamm 1983-1984
Larry Vincent 1984-1992
Mark Mustoe 1984-1990
Bud George 1985-1986
Bill McVicars 1985-1990
Mary Dau 1986-1998
George Brockman 1987-1999
Robert Prasil 1987-1991
Dale Silflow 1991-2007
Mike Lorenz 1991-2011
Dan Faller 1992-2009
Bruce Boyer 1993-2016
Janet Sprute 1994-2020
Gwen Heitstuman 1999-2023
Marion (Buck) Kirk 2000-2008
Kim Cannon 2008-present
Jeff Seipert 2009-2013
Tony Havens 2010-present
Bob Carlton 2012-present
Art King 2013-2017
Paul Boyd 2017-present
Russie Hastings 2018-2021
Leslie Smith 2020-present
Joanie Wittman 2022-present
Patti Schmitt 2023-present

Address

NEZ PERCE COUNTY
FAIRGROUNDS

1229 Burrell Avenue
Lewiston, ID 83501

DIRECTIONS

Staff

MANAGER/
SPECIAL EVENTS

Vanessa Adams

FAIR COORDINATOR/
BUSINESS OFFICE

Abby Walser

Office Hours

We are open
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM‑4:30 PM
(Closed for lunch
12:00 Noon‑1:00 PM)

Contact Us

PHONE
208‑743‑3302
Vanessa - ext. 202
Abby - ext. 201

FAX
208‑746‑9796

E‑MAIL NPCFAIR

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