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Misc. · August 1, 2017 · by ItsOurCoop.org

Most workers agree: we have a problem

Most workers agree: we have a problem

River Valley Co-op’s management and board of directors often seem intent on minimizing the unrest among the staff, usually referring to “some” employees.” But in May of 2016, 77 bargaining unit workers signed an internal petition to the board of directors outlining multiple concerns about working conditions and the management of the store.

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Opinion · June 9, 2017 · by David Gowler

For our workers, a struggle since day one

For our workers, a struggle since day one

RVC workers are “holding a bad check,” writes owner-member number 10. Where is the respectful, collaborative workplace they were promised? The problem is both managerial and structural, and change depends on owner-member involvement.

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