From the Top

Annual Meeting is just around the corner, and this year’s drive-thru event will be held on September 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the University of Oklahoma’s Lloyd Noble Center parking lot. We’re excited to bring back this format after the positive feedback we received last year, and we’re looking forward to seeing even more of you there.

One of the key items on the agenda this year is a proposed bylaw change, which you’ll find highlighted in this issue of the Co-op News and the official meeting notice you receive in the mail. It’s been quite a while since our last bylaw update, back in the early 2000s. While this change is fairly straightforward, it’s an important one. It gives us more flexibility in deciding when and where we hold our Annual Meeting, ensuring we can adapt to any challenges that might come our way. Find the sample ballot on page 6.

This change is a reminder of a core principle that defines us as a cooperative: Democratic Member Control. Your voice truly matters here. The bylaws, established long before many of us joined, are the foundation for how we operate day-to-day. They guide everything we do, ensuring that we’re always working in your best interest. Voting on this bylaw change is just one way you can help shape the future of our cooperative.

At this year’s meeting, we’ll swear in three of our directors for new three-year terms. Our board consists of nine directors, with three positions up for renewal each year. These directors have been dedicated advocates for our members, and we’re thrilled to have them continue their service. Their experience and commitment are invaluable as we navigate the road ahead.

As we look forward to the Drive Thru-Annual Meeting, I encourage you to get involved, your engagement is what keeps our cooperative strong and vibrant.

Thank you for being an essential part of our cooperative. I look forward to seeing you at the Drive-Thru Annual Meeting. Your input and support make our cooperative a true community effort.