We welcome new Member-Owners to
the Keweenaw Co-op. Member-Ownership is not required to
shop, but Member-Owners enjoy added benefits and services
(see below), and contribute to building a sustainable
economy in our community.
HOW TO INVEST
To be a Member-Owner of the Co-op, you are required to
invest in one share of Co-op Common stock referred to as
Membership Stock, a one-time $200.00 investment. Payment
plans are available for purchasing stock over a one, two,
and ten year period. Two or more persons in the same
household may jointly hold a single Membership-Ownership.
The Co-op Owner Manual is available for more detailed
information about Member-Owner benefits and
responsibilities.It's
easy to become a Co-op Member-Owner! Next time you're in the
store, ask for an application packet. Also available in
PDF Format.
MEMBER-OWNER BENEFITS
- Own & support your very
own co-op
- Participate in the
Co-op's governance
- Patronage Refunds
- Special order items
- Discounts on pre-ordered
cases
- Use of Co-op Community
Room
- Reduced fees for classes
& workshops
- Quarterly newsletter (Circumspice)
MEMBER-OWNER PARTICIPATION
- Shop at the Co-op
- Serve on the Board of
Directors
- Attend the Annual
Meeting in April
- Vote on Co-op issues and
elections
- Attend monthly Board
meetings
- Provide
customer/member/owner feedback
- Attend Co-op social
events
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