The House concurrent resolution No. R-83 celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Brattleboro Food Co-op, acknowledging its origins as a small buying club initiated by Lee Fitzgerald and Alex Gyori. The co-op officially opened on February 20, 1975, in a modest garage and has since grown into a significant community-owned cooperative, now generating nearly $25.5 million in annual sales. Over the years, the co-op has relocated to larger facilities, culminating in the current four-floor building at 2 Main Street, which features a natural foods market, a deli, a cooking classroom, and community spaces, while also providing 24 apartments.

The resolution expresses gratitude for the co-op's contributions to the Windham County community over the past five decades and extends best wishes for its future endeavors. It highlights the diverse range of products and services offered by the co-op, including local produce, health and wellness items, and a variety of food options. The resolution concludes with a directive for the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Brattleboro Food Co-op, formally recognizing its milestone anniversary.