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Co-op members who are interested in helping oversee big picture projects, policies that affect the stores, and membership can apply to serve as a member-at-large on Board committees. Each committee includes Board, staff, and members-at-large. They usually meet 1-2 times a month, and Co-op members earn working member hours (which offer discounts on purchases) for their time spent at meetings and doing committee work.
This is a great opportunity to gain greater knowledge of the Olympia Food Co-op, cooperatives in general and to help our organization thrive. Current Board committees are listed below, with contact information for each. Member-at-large positions are limited, and may not be currently available for all committees. Please reach out to inquire.
Advocacy
Board Development
Board-Staff Relations Committee
Capital Campaign
Charged with developing and implementing a capital campaign to raise funds in support
of OFC expansion projects.
Expansion
Plans for the expansion of the Eastside store by exploring input from Staff, Members,
consultants, local government. Develop strategic steps and financial projections for
expansion.
Finance
Meets with staff to oversee the Co-op’s finances, and to provide recommendations to
the Board regarding budget and capital plans, as specified in Bylaws.
email ofcboard@olympiafood.coop
Local (Farms, Foods & Products)
Supports and promotes our local vendors, increases awareness of local products, and strengthens food security in our community.
Member Relations
This committee exists to increase communication with the membership and can also trouble-shoot member complaints and hear appeals.
Member Relations Committee Charter
email memberrelations@olympiafood.coop
Personnel
Oversees personnel policies for the Olympia Food Co-op
email ofcboard@olympiafood.coop
Taskforces & Other Committees
The Board authorizes these temporary sub-groups as needed
Standing Hiring Committee
Taskforces & Liaisons
The Board authorizes these temporary sub-groups as needed
Task Forces:
Elections Task Force
Board-Staff Relations Task Force
Liaisons:
Co-Sound / Olympia Food Co-op Liaison
Community Sustaining Fund / Olympia Food Co-op Liaison