Page 12 - Chicago Market Community - Action Plan

KEY STAKEHOLDERS & CLIENT REQUIREMENTS

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

By their very definition, all of a cooperative's members are meaningful stakeholders in the organization.
However, for the sake of the SAP, key stakeholders and decision-makers (below) were identified to help
inform the process and provide feedback. These same stakeholders will ultimately be responsible for
implementing the proposed recommendations and any other future sustainability initiatives.

KEY STAKEHOLDERS FOR SAP

Board President; Matthew Ruffi Design and Engineering Consultants;

• Executive level guidance Storemasters & CoolSys
• Project sponsor • Store layout and interior design
• Utility and infrastructure system
General Manager ("GM"); Dan Arnett
selections
• Operational decisions / impacts • Construction management
• Purchasing / supply chain decisions
• Store design and vision City of Chicago; Various Departments
• Grant provider (DPD)
Advisory Board Members ("Board")
• Zoning / Historic Preservation (DPD)
• Board vote required for financial • Building permits (Building Dept)
decisions • Sustainable Development Ordinance
• Governance oversight compliance (DPD)
• Fiduciary responsibilities • Building Owner / Lessor (CTA)

ADDITIONAL STAKEHOLDERS

Chicago Market Co-Owner Community

By their very definition, all of a cooperative's members are meaningful stakeholders in the organization.
However, for the sake of the SAP, key stakeholders and decision-makers (below) were identified to help
inform the process and provide feedback. These same stakeholders will ultimately be responsible for
implementing the proposed recommendations and any other future sustainability initiatives.

Vendors, Producers, and Distributors

Through the Uptown Farmer's Market and networking by the GM and Board members, Chicago Market
has developed a robust network of regenerative farmers, whole meat processors, and small-scale product
manufacturers in the Greater Chicago area. These groups are among the key vendors for Chicago Market
that will help fill their shelves with local, sustainable produce and products. Supporting these local vendors
is a crucial part of the cooperative model, and a strong relationship can be critical to the suppliers' long-
term success and Chicago Market itself.

CHICAGO MARKET SUSTAINABILITY ACTION PLAN 12