February 24, 2017 - MINNEAPOLIS -- Workers at Linden Hills Co-op won their election Thursday to form a union with the United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 653 (link is external). Eight-five percent of workers voted in favor of unionization in balloting conducted by the National Labor Relations Board (link is external).

“We are excited to begin the bargaining process because it is the next step in making our already amazing co-operative even more amazing. We love where we work. This is an extremely positive thing!” said Tracie Lemberg from the Health and Body Care Department.

Workers have begun circulating bargaining surveys to help the bargaining committee understand their co-workers’ priorities.

“I have been working at co-ops in the Twin Cities since I was 16. Forming a union is the best way to make sure all workers are treated fairly and have a say in creating a positive work environment. I’m proud to work at this co-op and look forward to making it an even better place,” said Emily Calhoon from the Produce Department.

Read more: http://www.workdayminnesota.org/articles/linden-hills-co-op-workers-vote-unionize-ufcw-local-653