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Custom Online Voting Solution for the Community Food Co-op 

The Community Food Co-op in Bellingham, WA, is a member-owned cooperative dedicated to serving its community with fresh, healthy food and sustainable practices. As part of its democratic structure, the Co-op holds annual board elections, allowing its members to vote on leadership and important initiatives.

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The Challenge

Traditionally, the Co-op conducted board elections using paper ballots and in-store voting. While effective in the past, this method presented challenges as the membership grew, including limited accessibility, time-consuming processes, and difficulties in tracking and reporting election results. The Co-op needed a modern solution that could:

  • Provide online voting access to members only.
  • Ensure security and privacy of the ballots.
  • Allow the voting period to be easily set and managed.
  • Enable the import and addition of new members regularly as the Co-op continued to expand.
  • Generate detailed reports for election recaps and analysis.
  • Be reusable and easily updated for future elections.

  • The Solution

  • The Results

  • Conclusion

The Solution

The Solution

ProFusion Web Solutions developed a custom online voting system tailored specifically to the Co-op’s needs. This solution has been successfully used for over a decade, providing a streamlined, secure, and accessible way to conduct elections. Key features include:

Member-Only Access:
A secure login system ensures that only verified Co-op members can access the ballot.

Customizable Ballot:
Each year, the Co-op can update and modify the ballot to reflect new candidates and initiatives.

Scalable Member Management:
New members can be added seamlessly through regular imports, ensuring the voter list is always current.

Time-Sensitive Voting Period:
The Co-op has full control over setting the start and end dates for each election, ensuring the voting period is well-managed.

Enhanced Security and Privacy:
The voting system is built with security protocols to protect member information and ensure the integrity of the election results.

Comprehensive Reporting:

After the election, detailed reports are generated to provide insights and facilitate recaps and future planning.

The Results

Conclusion

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