Message from the Board – August 2023

Thank you to everyone who attended the Special Member-Owner meeting on July 24th. If you were unable to attend, the next meeting is Tuesday, August 15th, 6:30-7:30 pm at the Cedar Falls Community Center.

The Board will share information on the progress and future challenges in developing a full-service cooperative grocery store in Cedar Falls. The review and selection of a site is a complex process. The Site Team will share the process of site selection, updates on potential sites, key features needed for a successful business and the challenges the Co-op has faced.

There will be a formal advisory vote on the future of our Co-op and how to move forward together. Now is the time to voice your opinion about the future of our Co-op! After the meeting on August 15th, members will receive an email with instructions on how to cast their advisory vote. The voting period will close on August 31st.

In addition, we will be hosting an informational meeting on how you can get involved with the core organization to help us accomplish our goal of opening a full-service grocery store. Over the past few years the number of people interested in being on the Board of Directors and actively participating in committee work has decreased significantly. Board applications are being accepted now. You can find all the important dates in our Calendar of Events.

The results of the advisory vote combined with the willingness of member-owners to become involved in the core organization of our Co-op will guide the board in determining the future direction of the co-op. This will be discussed at the October annual member-owner meeting.

We take this work seriously and we are grateful for the tenacity of this board, committees, volunteers and the community at large.

Please direct questions to info@rootedcarrot.coop.

Rooted Carrot Co-op Market Board

Jodie Huegerich, Christine Sexton, Gina Brown, Kate Gallagher Dunning, Tom Blanford, Lisa Nelson, David Schachterle, Theresa Westbrock 

Farmers Markets – Summer/Fall 2023

The Membership Team spent Saturday morning at the Cedar Falls Downtown Farmers Market sharing information, distributing yard signs, and answering questions.

There is so much support for a co-op in the Cedar Valley! Over 50 people stopped by for information, mostly non-members and all were enthusiastic about the project. The team plans to be at the College Hill Farmers Market on 8/23 and the Waverly Farmers Market on 9/9.

If you are aware of other events where a co-op information table would be welcome, please email info@rootedcarrot.coop.

Volunteer Appreciation Event Recap

Our 2023 Volunteer Appreciation Mixer was held at the Ragged Edge Art Bar & Gallery in Cedar Falls on Wednesday, July 26. Great food, engaging conversations, and excellent drinks were enjoyed by all who attended.

Thanks to the Ragged Edge for hosting, the RCCM board members who supplied food, and especially the volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to the co-op.

Volunteer Appreciation July 26

The Rooted Carrot Co-op LOVES our volunteers! Help us thank the many volunteers who work on behalf of the Co-op by gathering at The Ragged Edge on Wednesday, July 26th between 5:30 and 7:30. Each volunteer will receive half off one drink. Come when you can, leave when you must. The board will provide goodies and the Edge will provide the atmosphere!

Message from the Board – July 2023

The Rooted Carrot Co-op Market Board has scheduled a Special Member-Owner meeting for this summer. Member-owners please plan to attend ONE of the following meetings at the Cedar Falls Community Center: Monday, July 24th 1:30-2:30 pm OR Tuesday, August 15th 6:30-7:30 pm. 

The Board will share information on the progress and future challenges in developing a full-service cooperative grocery store in Cedar Falls. The review and selection of a site is a complex process. The Site Team will share the process of site selection, updates on potential sites, key features needed for a successful business and the challenges the Co-op has faced. 

There will be a formal vote on the future of the Co-op and how to move forward together. Now is the time to voice your opinion about the future of the Co-op! We need all members to attend these in-person meetings to gain this valuable information to make an informed vote. We take this work seriously and we are grateful for the tenacity of this board, committees, volunteers and the community at large. 

Rooted Carrot Co-op Market Board

Jodie Huegerich, Christine Sexton, Gina Brown, Kate Gallagher Dunning, Tom Blanford, Lisa Nelson, David Schachterle, Theresa Westbrock 

Preserve the taste of Summer

ISU Extension is offering “Preserve the Taste of Summer,” a series of workshops on safely preserving at home. These begin soon, so register today! 

Preserving your own foods can be a lot quicker and easier than you might think. It’s a great way to have delicious, local food all year long. Four hands-on workshops offer you the opportunity to learn safe food preservation techniques.Continue reading

Volunteer Appreciation

The Rooted Carrot Co-op LOVES our volunteers! To show our appreciation, we are gathering at The Ragged Edge on Wednesday, July 26th. If you have volunteered in any way at all, please stop by between 5:30 and 7:30. Come when you can, leave when you must. The board will provide goodies and the Edge will provide the atmosphere!

Message from the Board – June 2023

Member-owners please plan to attend ONE of the following meetings this summer at the Cedar Falls Community Center:
Monday, July 24th 1:30-2:30 pm OR
Tuesday, August 15th 6:30-7:30 pm

The Board will share information about the many sites we have studied for feasibility and the current status. We will be seeking input from members on the future of the Co-op. We take this work seriously and we are grateful for the tenacity of this board, committees, volunteers and the community at large.

Jodie Huegerich,
Board President
Rooted Carrot Co-op

May 2023 Member Mixer Potluck

The weather was gorgeous, the food was delicious, and the conversation was lively at our May Member Mixer Potluck. Member-owners met in Washington Park in Cedar Falls on Wednesday the 24th. It was so nice to enjoy some spring outdoor time sharing a meal together. The Membership Committee hopes to host more picnics this summer. Stay tuned!