Code of Maine Rules › 12 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR › 150 - BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED DIVISION › Chapter 15 - RULES GOVERNING THE BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM › Section 150-15-9 - RESPONSIBILITIES OF LICENSED FACILITY MANAGER

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
1. The
				manager is responsible for having the facility open for business on the days
				and during the hours specified in the operating agreement. Hours of operation
				shall be set by joint agreement of the facility manager, SLA and the agency in
				charge of the buildings where the business is operated.
2. The manager shall operate the facility
				business on a cash basis, except for such supplier credit accounts as may be
				established or authorized by the SLA.
3. The manager shall be accountable to the
				SLA for the proceeds of the business and shall handle the proceeds, including
				payments to suppliers and deposits of funds, in accordance with instruction
				from the SLA. Discounts received for prompt payment of invoices shall be
				treated as a reduction of the cost of merchandise purchased.
4. The manager shall carry on the business of
				the facility in compliance with applicable health laws and
				regulations.
5. The manager shall
				maintain a neat, business-like appearance while working at the facility and
				will operate the facility in an orderly, business- like manner.
6. The manager shall make alterations or
				changes to the location only with written approval of the SLA.
7. SLA must be notified prior to any closing
				of the facility other than what is outlined in the operations
				agreement.
8. The manager shall
				provide for substitute operation of the facility as may be necessitated by the
				manager's absence for illness, vacation, or other absence. The salary of the
				person who substitutes for the manager, or that of other emergency or temporary
				help, shall be paid as an operating expense of the facility.
9. The manager shall maintain a positive
				working relationship with management and customers of the location wherein the
				facility is located.
10. The
				manager shall maintain an inventory of equal or greater value than the initial
				inventory in order to ensure continuation of service and maintenance of a
				viable business operation. Retail price of merchandise at each facility shall
				follow the general price pattern prevailing in the immediate locality. A price
				listing must be submitted to the SLA by February 1 of each year.
11. The manager shall operate the facility in
				a manner, which will maintain the minimum annual net profit margin, which is
				negotiated and documented in the operations agreement.
12. Merchandise shall be fresh and clean.
				Unsaleable items shall be removed from the facility.
13. The manager shall not extend credit to
				customers.
14. The manager shall
				not permit loitering by any persons in the area of the facility.
15. In all instances in which licenses are
				issued for the operation of automatic vending machines as part of the facility,
				the manager shall be responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions. Machines
				and the surrounding area must be cleaned on a regular basis.
16. The manager shall observe sanitation
				regulations regarding personal activities such as smoking, eating, and drinking
				within the facility area.
17. The
				manager shall not be under the influence of intoxicating substances during
				business hours and shall avoid any actions that interfere with the maintenance
				of good health and the performance of duties.
18. The manager shall not take part in or
				allow gambling activities or games of chance in or about the premises of
				his/her facility. Selling of state lottery tickets shall be allowed if so
				licensed.
19. The manager shall not
				be liable for any monthly electrical utility costs associated with the
				facility.
20. Each Manager shall be
				required to complete, on approved forms, a weekly report detailing daily
				business activities. These forms shall be forwarded once a month so that the
				SLA receives them by the 15th of the following
				month.
21. The facility shall
				display a sign provided by the SLA indicating sponsorship.
22. Each manager shall be required to
				participate in biannual meetings sponsored by the Committee of Blind
				Managers.
23. As part of manager
				performance reviews, each Manager will be expected to participate in upward
				mobility training which include semiannual trainings, nationally sponsored
				Randolph-Sheppard trainings (virtual or live), webinars and other professional
				development opportunities.