The governing rules and regulations that guide the Circular Economy Cooperative.
The Circular Economy Cooperative operates under a comprehensive set of by laws designed to ensure fair governance, transparent decision-making, and equitable distribution of benefits among all members.
The Circular Economy Cooperative is established to foster sustainable development, promote equitable economic practices, and build resilient communities through cooperative principles and circular economy practices.
Membership is open to individuals, organizations, and businesses that support the cooperative's mission. Members have equal voting rights and participate in democratic decision-making processes.
The cooperative is governed by a Board of Directors elected by members. The board is responsible for strategic direction, financial oversight, and ensuring compliance with these by laws.
Members have the right to participate in all cooperative activities, access member benefits, and vote on major decisions. Members also have the responsibility to uphold the cooperative's values and contribute to its mission.
The cooperative maintains transparent financial records and conducts annual audits. Surplus revenues are reinvested in cooperative initiatives or distributed to members according to their level of participation.
These by laws may be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of the membership at an annual meeting or special meeting called for this purpose.