Our Principles
MEMBERS are independent, locally-owned businesses, farms and organizations
as well as individuals that are committed to this region, its unique
identity and quality of life.
MEMBERS commit to and are able to purchase goods and services from as many local sources as possible.
MEMBERS can spend a lot of time with us volunteering time and resources to support and develop the organization, or a little---attending seminars and events or simply providing membership support.
MEMBERS support most or all of the following goals:
MEMBERS commit to and are able to purchase goods and services from as many local sources as possible.
MEMBERS can spend a lot of time with us volunteering time and resources to support and develop the organization, or a little---attending seminars and events or simply providing membership support.
MEMBERS support most or all of the following goals:
- To protect and nurture the unique character of our community, ensuring that our place doesn't become everyplace.
- Encourage community and a vibrant local economy with meaningful jobs, a diversity of businesses and business owners, and involved citizens
- Promote public awareness about the tangible benefits gained by supporting local products, services and businesses
- Limit the degradation of our environment, cultural and natural, through principled business, employer and consumer practices
- Support, encourage and share resources with other local businesses, organizations or individuals who share our concerns
- Collaborate to help reduce costs and facilitate principled decision-making with regards to our environment and community
- Model sustainable/best practices for the community
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