Board of Directors
Ukiah Natural Foods' Board of Directors is elected by the Co-op's member-owners. There are nine seats on the board and each term lasts three years. Board members contribute their skills and expertise to the financial well-being of the Co-op. Board members also help the Co-op stay dedicated to our mission of making healthy food accessible to everyone. The Board of Directors meets at 5:30 PM on the 3rd Monday of each month and all current Co-op member-owners are welcome to attend these meetings.
To attend a meeting or contact the board email board@ukiahcoop.com
Board application deadline ended February 1, 2025
Gideon Burdick - President
Angie McChesney - Vice President
Tim Dolan - Treasurer
Christine Rodrigues - Secretary
Kyle Mayers - Director
Larry Mayfield - Director
Steven Groff - Director
Thomas Chandler - Director
Stephen Turner - Director
Board Development Committee
Hold and organize the annual election. This is an ongoing year-long process. Handle projects determined by the board, such
as bylaws revision.
Ongoing review of the financial status of the corporation for the purpose of ensuring continued economic stability in accordance with the by-laws
and generally accepted
accounting practices.
Finance Committee
Board Committees
Owner Relations
Provide ongoing information and outreach to Co-op member/owners and staff in order to help them: learn and know about co-op types, structures, principles, benefits, links to the community, meetings, board, and staff, and how co-ops differ from grocery stores. Act as the board liaison in matters related to the Co-op’s membership structure — especially recruitment, communications, and education. Prepare for, publicize, recommend recipients for, and administer the various Community Donation Programs funded by Ukiah Natural Foods. These programs include but are not limited to, the following: Nonprofit Donation Program, Community Grant Program, John Milder Scholarship Program, and Give Back to Schools Week.