Policy Revisions - Summer 2024

Many of the changes were for clarity. This is a summary of the substantive changes as proposed by the Board:

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• Membership

  • 1a: We explicitly encourage case ordering with a 10% member and 5% non-member discount.

  • 1b: We increase the standard shift time from 3.75 to 4 hours for tracking simplicity.

  • 1c: We introduce the concept of one-off shifts as defined by the General Manager, so that discrete tasks can be rewarded with a 10% (4 hours) or 5% (2 hours) coupon.

  • 1e: We re-introduce Lifetime Sustaining Memberships for $1,000 for those who are willing and able to support the co-op at this level.

  • 3: We explicitly encourage wholesale relationships.

  • 6: All new members should receive the bylaws and policies, not just working members.

  • 7: We improve and clarify the handling of special orders.

• General

  • o 2: We encourage members of other co-ops to shop at our co-op via a discount.

• Board of Directors (not ‘Advisors’)

  • 1: Minutes should be regularly posted in the store.

  • 2: Amendments to member policies should be approved by the membership.

• Member Participation in Board Meetings (clarifying the title)

  • 1: Referencing the by-laws for board meeting conduct.

• Member Privacy Policy

  • We propose to separate the Privacy Policy into a separate document.

  • 4: The Co-op must do its due diligence in protecting personal information while interacting with third parties.

  • 5: Incorporating New York’s legal language.

  • 6: Clarifying the protection of member information beyond membership termination.

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Thank you for reviewing these policies. Feel free to email the board with any comments or suggestions. We appreciate your input!

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