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About the Action Committees

Volunteer Opportunities: Join a Committee!

         There are many ways you can help make TPSS a better co-op. While volunteering is not required, it is encouraged! Volunteering provides you with insight into the inner workings of the cooperative and the importance of your investment in the cooperative.

         Right now, TPSS is recruiting committee members for 2010. Most committees meet once a month. If you are interested in becoming more involved in the co-op, joining a committee is a great way to do so!

         Volunteer opportunities are not limited to what is listed here. If you see a way to help TPSS with your skills, please don't hesitate to contact us. Unless a specific contact is listed, you may contact Outreach Coordinator Sherri Collins at outreach@tpss.coop.

The Local Foods Committee will:

  • Develop the Co-op's criteria for "local food" and ways to measure % of local foods sold at the co-op.
  • Develop a plan to increasing amount of local foods sold at the Co-op.
  • Establish goals and timeline for the Board of Directors to monitored by.
  • Communicate with Board and members about their activities.

The Membership Committee will:

  • Actively engage members and encourage them to participate in governance.
  • Promote and grow the membership in the Co-op.
  • Research and draft policies related to membership for Board consideration.
  • Work with General Manager & staff to educate members on what Co-ops are about, what membership means, co-op principals, economic benefits to members, governance structure, etc.

The Finance Committee will:

  • Review and analyze financial information that is presented to the Board of Directors and assure that it is sound and adequate, and supports the corporation's capital and operating needs as projected.
  • Arrange for the annual audit or financial review.
  • Receive the report of the auditors.

The Living Wage Committee will:

  • Discuss with the GM the current strategies for establishing staff wages and the role of "cost of living" in these strategies.
  • Review other co-op's practices and policies for establishing and implementing living wages.
  • Present research results to the Board, highlighting various alternatives and their implications.

 


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