2020 Board of Directors Election
Voting starts on September 24th and ends on October 23rd. Election results will be announced at our virtual annual meeting on October 24th.
In this year’s election, there are three open seats with three-year terms, expiring in 2023. Only two candidates submitted applications.
Write-in candidates are not allowed. Our bylaws specify that vacancies between elections are filled by appointment. Applications for appointment to the board may be submitted year-round. Board appointments are subject to vote of confirmation by Owners at the next annual meeting if an annual meeting occurs before the end of the unexpired term. (Bylaws, 2017, Article 6c)
On September 24th, Owners will receive email invitations to vote online. Owners without an email address on file will receive paper ballots in the mail. Paper ballots will also be available in the store and can be downloaded and printed here.
For questions about voting on the electronic or paper ballot, contact Kristin Summerlin, Marketing & Owner Services Manager. For questions about the Board of Directors, contact Hilary Shook, Board Chair.
The Board of Directors is the governing body for the Owners of Co-op Market. It is composed of seven people, all Owners of Co-op Market, elected by Owners. Elections are held every year in the Fall. Board terms are 3 years. The board is responsible for ensuring organizational performance on behalf of all of Co-op Market Owners.
The board’s work includes developing clearly stated expectations through written policies; delegating responsibility for, and authority over, the achievement of stated objectives; and monitoring compliance with written policies. The current board has been focusing on three big concerns:
- More Happy People
- More Local Economy
- More Healthy Food
The board governs the organization and delegates all operational duties to one employee, the general manager. We are involved in strategic planning, financial oversight, ownership linkage, and community outreach.
The Board of Directors does not make decisions about, become involved with, or take part in any of the day-to-day activities or decisions regarding the operation of Co-op Market. The board’s sole official connection to the operations of the cooperative is through the general manager.
The board meets the third Monday of every month at 6 p.m. During the COVID-19 pandemic, meetings are virtual, via Zoom. These meetings are open to all Owners. Contact the board for a link to the meeting.
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Meeting Minutes
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