The Portland Food Co-op announces the opening of nominations for the 2010 Board of Directors election this April. The final vote will occur at our first Annual Member-Owner meeting on April 29 at the Meg Perry Center.
This is an exciting time for the Portland Food Co-op. The PFC launched its member-owner drive at the beginning of February 2010. As of mid-March, the PFC has signed on over 60 member-owners, putting us well on our way to our goal of 150 member-owners by September, 2010.
The PFC Board of Directors oversees the general operations of the co-op, assures the fiscal well being of the organization, sets policy, and plans for the future of the co-op. The PFC is a dynamic and growing organization, bringing local, affordable food to member-owners. We are looking for Board Members who would like to contribute their skills, time, and passion to sustain and grow the PFC as we work towards our vision of a vibrant storefront in Portland.
The current PFC board encourages interested candidates to attend the April board meeting (Tuesday, April 6, 7-9 pm at the Meg Perry Center) to ask questions, observe a meeting, and talk with current board members. You can also view current board members by visiting the “Commitees Page” on the website. To get in touch with board members, please email info@portlandfoodcoop.org.
For more details, please read the PFC Board Policy.
What are my responsibilites as a board member?
Board members must attend one board meeting each month (2 hours) and join one other PFC committee, which meets once a month (2 hours). Current committees are Administration, Communications, and Membership. Board members are also responsible for reading all committee meeting minutes, maintaining email communication, and participating in other meetings, retreats, and events as scheduled.
Board terms last three years, except for the first Board of Directors group, in which 1/3 of the members’ terms will last until the first election, 1/3 will last until the second election, and 1/3 will last until the third election. Board of Directors members may be re-elected for an unlimited number of terms
How do I run for the PFC board?
Step 1 – Download a nomination form and gather 16 member-owner signatures to support your nomination.
Step 2 – Submit the completed nomination form and mail to:
Portland Food Cooperative
PO Box 5312
Portland, ME 04101
Completed nomination forms must be submitted by April 10.
Nomination ballots will be send to member-owners mid-April and the final vote will occur at the Member-owner meeting on April 29.
Thank you for considering running for the PFC board – we look forward to hearing from you!
