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MVC STORE HOURS
Alamosa Store - M-F 7:00 am - 5:00 pm SAT 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Broadway - M-F 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. SAT 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
C Store M-SAT 6:00 am to 11:00 pm SUN 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Farm Store - M-F 7:30 am - 5:00 pm SAT 7:30 am - 12:00 pm We're here to help you.
Candidates for Board of Directors
My name is Nathan Burkhart, and I am a 4th generation farmer. My wife, Michelle, and I have 3 children; daughter, Gracie age 12 and two sons, Bryton age 10 and Westen age 7. We grow barley, alfalfa and potatoes on our farm which is located northwest of Monte Vista. We also raise sheep and cattle. I have been a farmer for 13 years and have been around agriculture my whole life. I have enjoyed my time on the board and believe I would bring a good working knowledge of the Coop to the board. I have a strong belief in the Coop system and will listen to the members and be a voice for them. I also believe that it is important for the members to understand that the Coop is their company.
My name is Sherry Haugen. I was raised on a ranch and attended CSU where I earned two Ag. Degrees, one in Animal Science and one in Ag. Education. After graduating from CSU and prior to moving to the Valley, I was an Ag. Teacher in Eaton, CO. I own my place near La Garita, a sprinkler circle and irrigated grass (at least it used to be). I also rent some irrigated pasture land nearby. I raise grass alfalfa hay, primarily as feed for my flock of sheep. My main ag production is lamb. I have my own USDA label and market most of my lamb to Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage. I am currently a member of the Sargent Voc. Ag. Advisory Committee and President of the Saguache County FSA Committee. I am a 5th generation from the SLV and my dad and his wife currently live and ranch near Monte Vista.
I am single and have two grown children. Shane, my son, is married and has a two month old son. He works for Teller County Road and Bridge. My daughter, Jess, will graduate from CSU this spring with a degree in Micro Biology.
I have gained valuable experience and learned a lot since being on the MVC Board of Directors and would like to give the board some continuity and run for another term. I not only give a female perspective to the board, but I am aware of the dramatic changes that are taking place in the Valley and the challenges that the MVC is facing, from water issues to soil health. I feel that we can be on the forefront of these challenges and changes to better serve our members. Having run my own ranch for many years, I feel I have the strength of character and the life experience needed to be an asset to the MVC Board of Directors.
My name is Segundo Diaz. I am married to Margie Martinez Diaz, whose parents are Phil and Katie Martinez. We have four boys, Miguel, Mario, Martin and Marcos. At the present time Miguel and Marcos are farming with us on the Martinez Farms in the Stanley Community. We raise certified seed potatoes and Coors barley. I have more than 28 years of farming experience with my father-in-law, which I would be able to bring to the MVC Board of Directors and I recently obtained an MBA in business and financing at Adams State University. I have seen the Coop at the best of times, and strongly believe in its continuous economic growth. Coop is a long standing business with a great opportunity that can become the most competitive and progressive farm business in the San Luis Valley, but this will not be possible unless we are committed to make strategic changes to its present business model and by offering a holistic customer satisfaction, which will turn it into a very dependable business place for its members. We need to address the memberships concerns and urgently procure a “broaden membership base” that has shrunk over time, which will increase the organization’s income and provide an increased value to the equity of every member in the Coop.
My name is Kent Palmgren. I live with my wife, Lisa, and our 7 children on our farm located North East of Center. We have 4 sons; Tyler, Jacob, Ethan and Dillon, and 3 daughters; Summer, Kaitlyn and Avery. I have worked on the family farm whenever I could beginning at the age of eight. In high school I helped build a potato harvester. I have worked with Dad since 1990 and two years ago I bought two circles of my own on which I grow organic potatoes and green manure. I also do most of the day to day operations for Palmgren Farms. I would like to bring the perspective of a farmer that has always done business with the MVC and wants it to stay strong for farmers and the community. I hope to convey the understanding that the MVC needs to provide service to it’s customers better than the competition. MVC should stand out and not blend in. I would challenge the employees to take pride in their ability to step up and do things they didn’t know they could do. I would like the chance to serve on the board and hopefully provide a fresh perspective. I look forward to getting to know more of the people that work for the MVC if I am elected.
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Quote of the Day
"Find a job that you love and you'll never work a day in your life."
We will be closed Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.
The MVC CAR CARE CENTER is offering a free brake inspection when you get your oil changed in our TBA center during the month of May. Right now we've got an excellent price running on brake pads. Call today to schedule an appointment! 852-5181.
BROADWAY SERVICE - Oil change special - April 7 -15 - $24.99 gas vehicles only ( 5 qt. limit) but you have to mention this ad on the webpage to get this price! Stay tuned - we will be running a mini-detail special soon!
Stop by the ALAMOSA STORE today and have a cup of coffee! While you're here be sure to ask about our discounted bags.The Alamosa Store now carries Ranchway dog food which is grain-free! We look forward to seeing you.
The AMPRIDE C-Store Do you have a cave man size hunger? Come in for a $5.99 turkey leg! Mark JUNE 8TH on your calendar and plan to spend the day at your Monte Vista Coop AMPRIDE C Store for our 3rd annual pizza eating contest. We will be having .99 Cent personal pan pizzas all day. We will also have clowns and drawings for various prizes. Be sure to join us!
June 7th & 8th Customer Appreciation Days at the Farm Store with Shamrock Foods present as a vendor.
July 20th MVC Community Yard Sale at the Farm Store.
Monte Vista Cooperative
Community Committed...Agriculturally Driven
Futures
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When you're ready to plant alfalfa, grass, or specialty crops call Cindy or Tony at 852-4046.
