July 15, 2025
HAC’s work is organizing the scheduling of hearings for the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) and Hearing Administration Committee (HAC). The DRC seeks the resolution of disputes among members by investigating and determining if a member has violated Coop rules. If so, HAC determines the consequence for that violation. Hearings are held if a member wishes to appeal this determination.
HAC only meets when a hearing needs to be scheduled, and this is somewhat rare, with a current average of about one (1) hearing per year. HAC conducts its work by email and phone, and a member of HAC must be present at all hearings. Generally, HAC members will receive about 2–3 shifts for the scheduling of a hearing.
Prospective applicants should be:
• Members in good standing for at least a year before the pandemic
• Willing to work in a collaborative committee environment
• Interested in the ongoing business of the Coop
Please send statements of interest to psfchac@gmail.com. The Committee will interview applicants and then select candidates for election at the General Meeting. We are seeking an applicant pool that reflects the diversity of the Coop’s membership.