Board of Directors Committees

Our co-op board is a working board, responsible for strategy development and requires time commitment outside of regular board meetings. To fulfill its responsibilities the board has defined four key committees: Policy, Finance, Board Development and Membership Engagement. Committees are comprised by board members, co-op staff when appropriate and sometimes open to members. Each committee works within its respected areas, bringing proposals to the full board for approval.

 

PolicyCommittee Chair: Lewis Creekmore

Responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and recommending updates to our Cooperative Bylaws and Board Governance Policy Manual. This committee operates as a closed group and provides guidance to the full board through thorough research, due diligence, and collaborative discussion.

FinanceCommittee Chair: Peter Chestnut
Responsible for recommending financial policies, goals, and budgets that support our mission, values, and strategic plans for our cooperative. Additionally, the Finance Committee reviews our co-op’s financial performance against its goals, and many propose changes to current programs/processes or recommend new. Due to the sensitive nature of the financial information this committee reviews, it is not available for members to join or review meeting notes and documents. If you're a member with financial questions or interested in learning more, please reach out to talkwiththeboard@lamontanita.coop
Board Elections, Nominations & Development (BEND)Committee Chair: John Kwait

A closed committee dedicated to fostering a cohesive and effective board through development initiatives while ensuring a fair, independent co-op election in compliance with our policies and bylaws

Membership EngagementCommittee Chair: Ching Lu

Actively engages with members and organizes activities that foster connection and involvement to support the continued health and growth of our membership. Building and strengthening relationships with organizations whose work aligns with our Ends is also a key responsibility, deepening partnerships within the community. This Committee is open for members to join!

Next Committee Meeting

Tuesday, February 25, 2025,
6:00 - 7:00pm
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Next Membership Engagement Committee Meeting

Tuesday, February 25, 2025,
6:00 - 7:00pm
Join Committee

Committees

Policy Committee

  • The Policy Committee is responsible for reviewing, vetting, and recommending revisions to the LMC Bylaws and Board Governance Policy Manual.
  • The Policy Committee does not set policy for the Board, but rather supports Board function by providing reviews and recommendations, specifically by analyzing how proposed revisions could impact the Co-op’s business activities, performance, or Board governance and by providing justification for any recommended revisions.
  • The Policy Committee will base its guidance and recommendations on research, due diligence, and collaborative deliberation.
Policy Committee Charter

your 2025 Board

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Brian Naughton

Board President
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John Kwait

BEND Chair
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Peter Chestnut

Treasurer
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Carter Rook

Board Member
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Liz Davenport

Board Member
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Ching Lu

Member-Engagement
Committee Chair
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Lewis Creekmore

Board Member
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Nathan Baker

Board Member
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Nini Sulamoyo

Board Member

You can reach out to any board member, at anytime, or email us all at TalkWithTheBoard@lamontanita.coop