04-16-2007 Planning Commission Packet

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' � � From The General Manager Cooperative Values and Principles � . � , The recently completed local food shelf drive = The following Statement of Cooperative Identity was adopted by J ' "r was a success!Our members contributed � the International Cooperative Alliance in 1995. ,r,, ;t' approximately$700 in cash and 600 pounds � Deflnttlon:A cooperative is an autonomous association of per- -�� - of food.Lakewinds matched the member food ^ sons untited voluntazily to meet their common economic,social, donations with another 600 pounds. ` and cultural needs and aspirations through a joinfly owned and Both new Lakewinds stores have been open just � democratically controlled enterprise. over a year,and your cooperative's management . Values:Cooperatives are based on the values of self-help,self- and board are taking a look at where we have � res onsibili democra e uali e ui and solidazi �Y� q ty� q ty� been and where we are going. Sales at Chanhassen continue to grow P �' � ; although are running below projections while Minnetonka is close � In the tradition of their founders,cooperative members believe in � to our estimates.Anoka continues to grow its sales and customers. : the ethical values of honesty,openness,social responsibility,and � Profitability and cash flow continue to be issues. In 2006 we gained caring for others. • nearly 1,600 new members bringing our total membership to 9,700. princlples: � This is a strong platform from which to grow your business and an • � ; enthusiastic endorsement from the community for the new stores. 1. Voluntary and open membership j 4 The past year has also shown us azeas where we need to refocus our 2. Democratic member control : energies.Through your Board's and Kris Nelson's vision,Lakewinds y essentiall tri led its retail s ace and doubled the number of em lo ees � 3. Member economic participation Y P P P Y s serving you,a major undertaking.Now we need to work on making 4. Autonomy and independence these stores as efficient as possible while still maintaining the level of 5. Education,training and information � service that has been Lakewinds'hallmark. ; + The past twelve months were focused on getting two new stores up and 6. Cooperating among cooperatives i ; running.The next year will focus on operations and"getting it right:' � 7. Concern for community • j The search for a new general manager is well under way and we are taking action to strengthen our marketing efforts. John Case-General Manager ' • Composting Anyone? Most reasons for composting fall into two categories.The first reason is the reduction of waste.The more we compost organic materials rather than throwing them away,the more landfill space is saved.This means we have less trash,fewer landfiills,and save costs(i.e.ta�cpayer money)on trash collection because there is less to collect,transport,and dispose.The second reason is to improve the environment from water cleanliness to plant vitality. Lakewinds is pleased to partner with Anoka,Carver and Hennepin Counties to offer backyard compost bins at a reduced rate of$30(retail value of$69). Compost bins must be preordered by May 3rd to guarantee a bin.Bins will be available for pickup on Saturday,May 19th. Based on your county of residence,you may preorder a compost bin as follows: Ano�a. _ , C`ntyY� Carver County Hennepin County ��. At Lakew,�nds»Natural F�ds At Lakewinds Natural Foods At Lakewinds Natural Foods .c eb:www1nokacounty.us ardwaste Email:smorgan@co.carver.mn.us Web:www.hennepin.us. hone:(763)323-5730 , � Phone:(952)361-1800 Keyword"compost bin" . . '`� _�.� �.�t More ordexing and pick up information can be found at www.lakewinds.coop 4�hen ordering online or by.phone,please include your name,address,number of bins,and location pickup.If you have questions,please feel free to call Kristi Pluime�,Lakewinds Office Manager,at(952)742-1218 or email kristip@lakewinds.com. ..� i LAKEWINDS NATURAL FOODS•APRIL/MAY 2007•7