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The Co-op was started in 1977 as a small buying club in Turners Falls, with 15 to 20 families and assistance from the FCAC. A small retail store was opened on Avenue A in 1980. Membership and sales increased steadily and the space was outgrown in a year. In 1981 the Co-op expanded into an adjacent storefront. Growth continued until the mid-eighties when sales leveled off. Rent continued to increase and the decision was made to move into downtown Greenfield. in April 1987, the Co-op moved into the Chapman Street store where sales grew 70% in the first year and continued to grow at a steady pace to reach a sales level of $500,000 in Fiscal Year 1993. In the November 1993, the move into the new store on Main Street was accomplished. Sales increased dramatically in the year following the move, and have continued to increase since then.To become a member/owner you must purchase at least one share of stock at $175 per share. This is a one time purchase and represents your ownership. If at any time you with to withdraw your membership, you can redeem your stock certificate for the full amount invested at any time.Each stock holding member of a household is entitled to a vote in elections for the Board of Directors and other decisions made at the annual meeting or special membership meetings. Members may also attend Board meetings and may vote on decisions made there.

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