Big things are happening at City Center Market! Our expansion means MORE space, MORE local food, and MORE of what you love. But we can’t do it without you. Discover what’s ahead—and how you can help build the future of your community-owned grocery store.
The Latest on Expansion…
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Kayla2026-06-05 15:37:222026-06-05 15:37:22The Boxes Keep Arriving….& That’s A Good Thing!
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Kayla2026-05-29 15:05:322026-05-29 15:05:32The Plastic Walls are Down
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Kayla2026-05-05 15:53:302026-05-05 15:59:41The Deli is Open!
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Kayla2026-04-22 15:56:042026-04-22 15:56:04Phase 3 Expansion Demo
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Kayla2026-04-13 16:10:522026-04-13 16:15:45Expansion Update: A Look Behind the Walls
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Kayla2026-04-06 15:14:022026-04-09 08:03:48Coffee Shop Update: We’re back!
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Kayla2026-03-20 15:40:102026-03-20 15:40:10Wall Finishes, Coolers Set, & More
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Kayla2026-03-13 14:01:562026-03-16 13:24:12Epoxy Floors Installed in New Coffee Shop & Deli KitchenWe’ve outgrown our space—and you’ve told us you feel it too. Every day, our aisles feel a little tighter, our Coffee Shop a little fuller, and our shelves stretched to keep up with all the great products you’re asking for. This expansion gives us room to breathe and grow, while staying rooted right where we are. The timing is just right: we’re financially ready, the space is available now, and it helps us plan ahead before major road construction begins nearby. With your support, we can create a co-op that serves our community even better for years to come.
We’re calling on our community of owners to help make this expansion a reality. Through our Owner Investment Program, you have the opportunity to directly support this project and strengthen your co-op for the future. Whether you choose to invest in preferred shares, make a loan, or contribute a donation, every dollar brings us closer to our $500,000 goal by April 30. Let’s build this together—your support matters more than ever!
We are inspired to invest by that feeling of being part of something that’s good for us, as well as good for the community.
[The co-op] feels like community to me, and I love shopping small. . . Simply put, the co-op brings me joy.
I greatly appreciate local food!
Organic food to me is top of the list. When we found City Center Market it was like coming home.
We’re grateful for the support of our business sponsors who are helping make our expansion possible. These community-minded businesses believe in the mission of our co-op and are investing in our future. We encourage you to support them as they support us!
When will my loan get repaid?
Each lender can decide how long they want their loan term to be. The minimum length of 5 years.
When will my C-Shares be repurchased?
Depending on the financial performance of the Co-op, our plan is to begin repurchasing C-shares in 6-8 years.
When will the project start?
We are hoping to start in June or July of 2025 and be done in the winter 2025.
When will the new store be open?
Our goal is to open in the winter of 2025.
Will the store be closed during construction?
The whole store itself will not be closed at all, but individual departments (the coffee shop and deli) may be closed for a short time during construction.
What are the chances the project won’t happen?
This project is critical to the Co-op’s future success and the opportunities are available now. We believe there is only a very small possibility it may not happen.
What if I invest and the project doesn’t happen?
Any monies invested by owners will be returned to owners if the project doesn’t begin by June 30, 2026.
What if the Co-op doesn’t make it?
In that very unlikely event, all investments will be repaid as funds are available. If the Co-op fails, it is possible that investments would be able to be repaid.
What happens to my investment if I pass away?
If they invest via joint ownership, their joint owner will succeed to their ownership in accordance with the terms of the joint ownership.
The C-shares are not transferrable whatsoever under the terms of your Bylaws, which the disclosure statement states. Upon a member’s death, the Co-op can elect to repurchase them and the proceeds would go to their heirs in accordance with their will.
Under the terms set forth in the disclosure statement, the Notes may not be transferred without the Board’s approval. Transfers pursuant to the deceased member’s will would be subject to the Board’s approval. If the Board intends to approve transfers pursuant to inheritance, you can inform the members of that.
If there are questions beyond that, you should let them know that they should consult with their personal financial / estate advisors.
What is the goal? What if you don’t raise enough?
We are planning to raise $500,000 by April 30. If we don’t reach that goal, we will need to borrow more money from a bank, which will cost the co-op more in interest.
What if you don’t raise $500,000 from owners?
We will need to borrow more money from a bank, which will cost the co-op more in interest.
Can I just make a donation?
Yes, you can make a donation at any time. Remember that the Co-op isn’t a nonprofit organization so you wouldn’t be able to claim it on tax forms.
Want to talk to someone about investing in your co-op? Gayle Cupit, Fundraising Project Manager, would be happy to chat with you!
Send us an email! Email us at growingtogether@citycentermarket.coop
Give us a call! (763) 210-9968
You could win!
Every 20th Survey Entry = 1 Winner of a $25 City Center Market Gift Card
By submitting your survey answers, you are automatically entered into our gift card drawing. For every 20th entry received between 4/15/24 and 5/06/24, a winner will be randomly selected to receive a $25 City Center Market gift card. Winner will be contacted via the information provided in the survey.
That’s a 1 in 20 chance of winning!
Thank you for your time and feedback.