During the April 27, 2026 meeting, General Manager Cheryl Wilson reported a desire to hire an additional part-time employee for 12–16 hours per week to assist with truck deliveries, weekend coverage, and fill-in shifts. The Board supported this approach, and the FY2026-27 budget authorizes a total of six full-time and two part-time positions, noting they are in the process of hiring another part-time person. Wilson also outlined succession planning: she intends to retire in September 2028 and is actively training Assistant Manager Terry to assume the store manager role, with staff member Cindy identified as a potential future Assistant General Manager. While primarily a personnel matter, this staffing expansion and leadership transition will influence training, scheduling, and potentially HR/payroll systems over the next two years. Vendors offering retail workforce management, scheduling, timekeeping, payroll integrations, or training programs tailored to ABC store operations may find a receptive audience as the Board seeks to maintain service levels, manage deliveries, and prepare new leadership to handle budgeting and board interactions.

Budget summary confirms total staffing authorization and notes that operations are generally stable,...