Board of Directors Candidate Packet

Frequently Asked Questions

Why join our Board of Directors?

Being on the Board is a great way to serve your community, support access to healthy food & guide our co-op into the future. You get to work with a team of co-op owners dedicated to
the store’s success.

What does the Board do?

Directors provide oversight via internal monitoring reports, create a vision for the future, increase owner engagement, and work with the General Manager to guide the co-op forward.

What the Board does not do?

The Board focuses on high-level concerns and does not focus on operational details.

What are Board Members required to do?

Board Member terms are three years long. There is a monthly board meeting held with the General Manager; all board members are expected to attend. The board also has five committees. Board members are required to join one committee and participate in committee activities. Board members are expected to attend the annual owners meeting, as well as the ½ day board training retreat held in August. General time spent on board duties is 5-10 hours per month.

Are Board Members compensated?

Our board members receive a 15% discount off all purchases at the co-op. Board members also receive a meal at each monthly board meeting. Being on the board is a great professional experience. We offer training, workshops & conferences as part of board service.

Requirements for running?

Be a co-op owner (Lime + members are eligible) for four months prior to running (Joined before 1/4/2026).

Next steps to consider for running for Board of Directors

Optional: Attend a DRM board meeting before applying (Jan 26 or Feb 23 from 6-8 pm) to see what our monthly meetings are like.
Optional: Attend a Board of Directors information session (Feb 23 from 5-6pm) to learn more about the process and being on the board. Feel free to stay for the board meeting!
Required: Submit your Board Candidate Questionnaire by March 13, 2026.

2026 Election Schedule

January & February - Call for nominations
January 26 6-8pm - Board Meeting (virtual)
February 23 5-6pm - Board Information Session
February 23 6-8pm - Board Meeting
March 13 - Deadline for applications
June 6 - Annual Owners Meeting
June 6-13 - Voting period
June 14 - Votes counted
June 15 - Candidates contacted and confirmed for orientation
June 17 - Announcement of newly elected Board Members
June 22 - First board meeting for newly elected Board Members

Board Candidate Questionnaire

First Name

Last Name

Owner Number

Owner Since

Phone

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

Country

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State/Province

Select

Zip Code

The answers to the following questions need not exceed 500 words in total

1. Describe your involvement with Deep Roots Market. Include the amount of time spent and specific activities, if appropriate.

2. Describe any volunteer or paid experience relevant to serving as a co-op board member.

3. What do you see as Deep Roots' role in the broader community?

4. Personal statement, including anything you feel is relevant to your candidacy.

Please specify other experience

Please attach a photo of yourself to be used for the board election process and, if elected, on the Deep Roots website.

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Board of Directors Candidate Packet

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