Get ready, Healthy Living employees in Saratoga Springs are taking a significant step towards forming a union! A group of hourly workers at the store has gathered enough support to put a union vote on the ballot, joining similar efforts at the company’s locations in Vermont. Workers will cast their ballots on April 30 to decide if they want to join Workers United.
The drive for unionization stems from several concerns raised by employees. Many feel the wages offered are near minimum wage and that health benefits could be improved. Others cited frustrations with management, including a lack of transparency around pay and decision-making, such as implementing new point-of-sale systems. This desire for a voice and better working conditions is strong enough to warrant a company-wide vote.
While the vote is happening across the state, the effort in Saratoga Springs is part of a larger movement. Employees hope that forming a union will empower them to work together democratically, potentially leading to better wages, benefits, and communication, much like workers at other stores (like their former employer, City Market) experienced. The outcome of this vote could mark an important moment for these dedicated team members.