In 1985, Clyde's appliance store, which shared the building on the corner of Williamson and Few Streets with the Co-op, went out of business. Loans from North Country Development Fund, Common Wealth Development, and the Madison Community Co-op helped make the expansion possible. Expansion included the addition of the Willy Street Co-op Delicatessen. Today, amidst a revitalization of our neighborhood and a growing interest in bulk, organic, and locally grown food, the store seems ready for another transformation. A reset in spring of 1995 resulted in better produce display capabilities, and an exciting new display of vitamins, supplements, and personal care products.
Sales continue to increase and our membership continues to grow.
We get more new product requests than we presently have space for. The results of a 1995 survey indicate that members would support an expansion of the store, but want the Co-op to remain in the immediate area and retain its personal, friendly atmosphere.