Staff
Board Members and Officers
Board Election Process / Terms
Board terms are 3 years. However, in this first Operational Period Board Election, The Bylaws state that initial Director terms shall be staggered with one Director elected for a term of one (1) year; two Directors for a term of two (2) years; and two Directors for a term of three (3) years. Assignment of Directors to the initial term of either one (1), two (2) or three (3) years shall be by lottery.
Read more about Board Member Terms, Roles and Responsibilities
Self-Nomination
The ongoing Membership Committee developed outreach material to share information with the community and compiled a list of contact information for all potential cooperative members. Outreach materials have included this website, mailers, email newsletters, community meetings, and communications about the several voting opportunities, including the most recent ballot.
Committee Descriptions
Commitment to lead in one area of the Board’s oversight and community involvement mandate, including a Board office and/or leadership role of one of the committees established by the Board. Community committees involve members of the Co-op who are not on the Board and who provide input, community oversight, and in some cases, direct project support. Committees include:
Membership and Communications
One Board Member, 5-7 non-Board Members: Member communications including website, social media and all other electronic or hard copy communications to the Coop membership. Preparation for the annual meeting and the board voting process.
Finance
One Board Member, 5-7 non-Board Members: Review of Quarterly Financials, Presentations at the Coop’s annual meeting, counsel on investment strategies for surplus funds, review of the reports to the USDA and Heritage Bank.
Technical
One Board Member, 3-5 non-Board Members: Oversight of construction contracts, project management, quality control and logistics, staff and contractors involved with the construction.