Questions and answers about Common Ground Food Cooperative
Questions about Common Ground Food Cooperative:
What does Common Ground carry?
Groceries, meat, produce, dairy products, frozen foods, bulk items, health and beauty products. Generally, the emphasis is on locally made, all-natural, "fair trade" products, and whenever possible, organic products.
How does the cooperative work?
The grocery store is cooperatively owned by its 1,600 members and overseen by a six-member board of directors. Formed in November 1974, it operates at 610 E. Springfield Ave., C, and is scheduled to move to Lincoln Square Village in mid-August.
Can anyone shop at Common Ground?
Yes, when the new store opens, it will be open to the general public, as well as to members.
Do I have to pay cash?
No, the co-op accepts cash, checks, Visa, Mastercard and food stamps.
What do you have to do to be a member?
Members must make a one-time, refundable $60 equity investment in the cooperative. As long as they continue to patronize the store, they remain active members and have a vote in its governance. There are no annual fees.
Do members have to work there?
There's no obligation for members to work at the co-op, but if they do, they can reap additional savings of 5 percent to 15 percent, general manager Jacqueline Hannah said.
What's the advantage of being a member?
Advantages include: members-only weekly specials, half-price fees for educational classes and a member-appreciation day that features discounts and gift bags.
What's the cooperative's Web site?
www.commonground.coop. Information available at the site includes a list of area producers whose food is carried at the co-op.
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