Voting in the Board election begins September 16 and runs through September 29. There are three candidates running for the open consumer-owner seat: Alicia Altmueller, Jim Porto, and Lisa Best.
Alicia Altmueller:
“WSM is central to the health, happiness, and strength of the local community and its economy. I would like to serve on the board, working alongside worker and consumer owners, to continue WSM’s amazing growth.”
Jim Porto:
“As longtime consumer-member, analyst, and public health educator committed to the community’s health, I believe in WSM’s mission and that I can add energy and strategic insights into Weaver Street Market’s continued success.”
Lisa Best:
“Helping people heal with nutrition is my passion. I am committed to facilitating healthy food availability, and my leadership role at WSM gives me the unique opportunity to support our community through a socially responsible co-op.”
Candidate statements and videos are available in the 2015 Annual Report, here. Meet the candidates this weekend at the Co-op Fair (please RSVP here). Ballots and ballot boxes will be available in each store.