Category: Board News
Why I Serve…
15th August
I ran for TRM Board of Director for the typical reason: to give back. However I found that Board work for our Co-op has given me more than I could repay in experience, community, and inspiration. Working for the betterment of our city, her people and environment, alongside a diverse group of passionate and compassionate individuals brings me closer to my heart and purpose.
-Jenny Weisent
Why We Serve on the Board…
10th August
As part of our upcoming Board elections, some of our Board directors shared why they serve on Three Rivers Market’s Board. We will be sharing these over the coming weeks as part of our Board Candidate round-up.
“I serve because Three Rivers makes me feel connected to the Knoxville community. (Especially for a relatively recent transplant!)” -Jill Mikucki, TRM Board Director since 2013
If you are considering Board service, we will be offering an Orientation this Thursday prior to the Board meeting. In order to fulfill Candidacy requirements, you must attend at least one meeting and an Orientation for Prospective Candidates. Please email the Election Committee for location and time at election2014@threeriversmarket.coop if you plan to attend (email no later than 5pm, Wednesday).
Additional information about our upcoming election and candidate application can be found here.
As always, all members of the co-op are … Read More »
Bylaws Changes
1st August
On July 1, 2014, the Three Rivers Market Board made some important changes to the bylaws and established the required equity requirement to assure a sound level of capital funding for the cooperative. In the past, the Board has required purchase of at least one (1) $25 Membership Interest per year. Once a member had purchased eight (8) $25 Membership Interests, the member was eligible for a patronage dividend. Some people have elected to pay the $200 all at once, or payments larger than $25, to avoid having to pay something every year. We have calculated that over the next five years, 1,055 additional members would eventually reach Fair Share status if they purchased one Membership Interest per year. As of June 30, 2013, TRM had 455 Fair Share members, and as of July 2014, nearly 6,000 own one or … Read More »
Board News, January 2014
22nd January
Congratulations to the new officers for the Three Rivers Market Board for 2014. They are: Chair, Kim Davis; Vice-Chair, John Ledbetter; and Secretary/Treasurer, Allyn Richardson. These officers will be joining our new Board members (Fiona McAnally, Jill Mikucki, and Dave Penegar), General Manager Jacqueline Arthur, and numerous other food cooperative representatives from our region at Cooperative Board Leadership Development classes in Asheville, NC at the end of January. The purpose of this training is to gain a shared understanding of effective governance strategies that will enhance the store’s growth and positive impact in our community.
As always, we welcome your thoughts and ideas in advancing TRM’s vision! Members are welcome to attend the board meetings or you may email us at board@threeriversmarket.coop.
Board News December 2013 –
7th December
Election News & Congratulations
Hearty accolades, fond farewells and financial success mark the end of 2013 for Three Rivers Market.
First things first: Congratulations to our three new Directors!
Jill Mikucki
Fiona McAnally
Dave Penegar
Attracting and electing a dedicated Board of Directors ensures inspired leadership and a solid connection with our membership. This year’s top-notch field of applicants, including Bill Collins and Jessica Brewton-Turnbough, attests to East Tennessee’s growing involvement in TRM’s long-term vision and global Ends:
“Three Rivers Market, a cooperative center of sustainable commerce, exists to benefit its members by creating and nourishing a healthier environment, healthier people, and a healthier community.”
Following this year’s strong election turnout, the current Board is poised to smoothly and cohesively bridge the interests of members with the talents of management for a healthier Knoxville. We encourage all members and future Board candidates to stay involved!
Farewells
As the fanfare settles, … Read More »
