Final_Official_Program

PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
Bob Lilley
President
The California Mid-State Fair Staff and Board of Directors would like
to welcome you to the 70th annual Fair in Paso Robles July 20-31,
2016. This year’s theme, “The Adventure Continues…”, showcases
the community coming together for fun, family, friendship, education,
entertainment, and a celebration of our long standing western heritage.
Top notch entertainment, agricultural activities, and the spirit of
competition will be highlighted during this year’s Fair. The Fair’s
mission to preserve, promote, and showcase agriculture and the
traditions of San Luis Obispo County will be met with competitive
livestock and horse shows, and an expanded Rodeo line-up. Grandstand and free stage entertainment will feature
some of the biggest names in the business.
This year also represents a significant change in leadership for the California Mid-State Fair and Paso Robles Event
Center. Long term Chief Executive Officer Vivian Robertson retired in 2015, creating a nationwide search for a new CEO.
The Board of Directors and Staff would like to thank Patricia Kress, 2016 Interim CEO, for her service and welcome
new Chief Executive Officer, Michael Bradley, who will lead the organization into the future.
The hard work of the staff, dedicated volunteers, sponsors, and the Board of Directors all contribute to making the
“Biggest Little Fair Anywhere” a huge success.
Bob Lilley, Board President
President
Robert Lilley
Vice President
Chris Darway
David Baldwin
Robert Boneso
Mark Borjon
Jeanne Dugger
Dee Lacey
Karl Wittstrom
Greer Woodruff
Board of Directors
Atascadero
Arroyo Grande
Arroyo Grande
Paso Robles
Creston
Paso Robles
Paso Robles
Paso Robles
Templeton