Support HelloFresh warehouse workers' union organizing effort

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Resolution Resolution No. 123-21

In Plain English

HelloFresh operates a warehouse in Richmond where workers are currently trying to form a union. The city council formally endorses their organizing effort. This resolution expresses the city's position but does not change any city policies or services.

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Votes

Approve consent calendar

Passed

6 to 0

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Themes From Comments

15 people raised 4 topics (14 spoke at the meeting, 1 submitted written comments)

HelloFresh Worker Union Support

10 spoke

Multiple speakers voiced strong support for the HelloFresh warehouse workers' union organizing efforts, with one speaker representing Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia's position. Several speakers emphasized the importance of respecting workers' rights and due process in union formation.

Workplace Safety & Working Conditions

2 spoke

Speakers discussed workplace safety measures and employee benefits at HelloFresh, including COVID safety protocols and community partnerships. One speaker provided an overview of HelloFresh's current employee benefits and safety programs.

City Appointments & Personnel

2 spoke

Two speakers expressed support for city personnel including Tamisha Torres-Walker and Police Chief Bisa French. One speaker also acknowledged participants of a community softball event.

Living Wages & Fair Compensation

1 wrote

One speaker argued that HelloFresh must pay living wages to workers, stating that if the company cannot afford to pay workers what they deserve, they cannot afford to be in business.

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Community Discussion

This discussion was submitted to the City Clerk as part of the public record.

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