July, 2020
A Message from our Board of Directors
Thank You. Thank You. Thank You. The Board of Directors wants to thank all of our member- owners and shoppers for your support, patience and understanding over the last few months. We know that this time period has been very stressful for our community, the country and the world. The staff and board have strived to make your shopping experience as safe as possible. This may have made your shopping experience a little more time consuming.
Physical distancing and limiting the number of shoppers in the Co-op are good actions to take to protect people’s health, but are not always conducive to an efficient and comfortable shopping experience. We thank you for accepting these changes and for your continued support of your Cooperative. We will continue to make safety our primary concern as we make your shopping experience at People’s more enjoyable. The expansion of shopping hours and the opening of the upstairs Deli for hot food, soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items, and fresh juices for take-out are examples of the Cooperative’s efforts to help you meet your nutritional needs. The Cooperative will continue to do this as we follow regulations issued by the municipalities and focus on the safety of our employees, member-owners and shoppers. Thank you again for your past support and your continuing support in the future,
A Message from our Board of Directors
Thank You. Thank You. Thank You. The Board of Directors wants to thank all of our member- owners and shoppers for your support, patience and understanding over the last few months. We know that this time period has been very stressful for our community, the country and the world. The staff and board have strived to make your shopping experience as safe as possible. This may have made your shopping experience a little more time consuming.
Physical distancing and limiting the number of shoppers in the Co-op are good actions to take to protect people’s health, but are not always conducive to an efficient and comfortable shopping experience. We thank you for accepting these changes and for your continued support of your Cooperative. We will continue to make safety our primary concern as we make your shopping experience at People’s more enjoyable. The expansion of shopping hours and the opening of the upstairs Deli for hot food, soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items, and fresh juices for take-out are examples of the Cooperative’s efforts to help you meet your nutritional needs. The Cooperative will continue to do this as we follow regulations issued by the municipalities and focus on the safety of our employees, member-owners and shoppers. Thank you again for your past support and your continuing support in the future,
People's Board of Directors
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Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market is governed by an elected Board of Directors. Nine member-owners of People's (six consumers and three workers) are elected by the ownership. The Board meets monthly, typically on the third Monday of the month, with Board committees (Finance, Governance, and Outreach and Education) meeting typically on the second Monday of the month.
The Board has three primary duties.
To fulfill these responsibilities, the Board of Directors focuses on four key areas:
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Board of Directors Committees
All Co-op owners are welcome and encouraged to participate either by joining or attending one or more committee meetings. For information on what each committee does please download the Board Committee Definitions.
To apply for membership on a board committee please download the Application for at-large committee members.
To apply for membership on a board committee please download the Application for at-large committee members.
Run for a Seat on the Co-op's Board of Directors
People’s Co-op’s Board of Directors (the board) is made up of member-owners like you. There are two open seats to be filled in the upcoming election, which will conclude at the Co-op’s Annual Meeting in April, 2021
Qualifications include an interest in the continued success of People’s Co-op, experience working cooperatively in a group, and the willingness and ability to make a regular time commitment. Each director contributes approximately five to ten hours per month for up to a three year term. Most meetings are held on Monday evenings after 5 p.m. A few times a year, directors are required to attend weekend events such as the Co-op’s Annual Meeting and the Co-op’s Owner Appreciation Birthday Party.
The board makes policy and financial decisions to ensure that People’s Co-op remains strong and healthy, and is responsive to the needs of the membership. The board is also responsible for hiring and evaluating the Co-op’s General Manager, who handles the day-to-day operations of the business. Experience on a board, in business or in finance can be helpful, but is not required. Additionally, there are opportunities that may require out of town travel once or twice per year. Travel expenses are funded by the Co-op.
Click here to download a Board Candidate application for the 2021 Election.
For more information email Sarela Bonilla at storemanager@obpeoplesfood.coop
All applications must be submitted in person at the Membership Desk, located on the second floor or emailed to Storemanger@obpeoplesfood.coop no later than 6 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2021 or emailed t
Qualifications include an interest in the continued success of People’s Co-op, experience working cooperatively in a group, and the willingness and ability to make a regular time commitment. Each director contributes approximately five to ten hours per month for up to a three year term. Most meetings are held on Monday evenings after 5 p.m. A few times a year, directors are required to attend weekend events such as the Co-op’s Annual Meeting and the Co-op’s Owner Appreciation Birthday Party.
The board makes policy and financial decisions to ensure that People’s Co-op remains strong and healthy, and is responsive to the needs of the membership. The board is also responsible for hiring and evaluating the Co-op’s General Manager, who handles the day-to-day operations of the business. Experience on a board, in business or in finance can be helpful, but is not required. Additionally, there are opportunities that may require out of town travel once or twice per year. Travel expenses are funded by the Co-op.
Click here to download a Board Candidate application for the 2021 Election.
For more information email Sarela Bonilla at storemanager@obpeoplesfood.coop
All applications must be submitted in person at the Membership Desk, located on the second floor or emailed to Storemanger@obpeoplesfood.coop no later than 6 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2021 or emailed t
Annual Financial Report 2020 - Click Here for Report
Recent Board Meeting Notes
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Board Messages"But Wait, There's More..." by Steve Myrick, Board Director, Finance Committee Chair (pdf)
"People's Participates in Co-op Day at the Capitol" (pdf) "Why I Serve On The Co-op's Board of Directors" by Christopher Young (pdf) "Why I Serve On The Co-op's Board of Directors" by Andi Briceno (pdf) "The Cooperative Business Model" by Stephanie Mood (pdf) "People's Co-op Board of Directors' Goals" by Stephanie Mood (pdf) "Make a Difference" by Stephanie Mood (pdf) |