Mother's Market Workers Launch Union Drive in Costa Mesa
Grocery workers at Mother's Market in Costa Mesa have initiated a union drive, seeking recognition from United Food and Commercial Workers Local 324. The campaign, led by a group called 'Hearts United,' aims to address issues such as wages and scheduling. The workers, supported by Costa Mesa Mayor John Stephens and Councilmember Manuel Chavez, marched into the store to deliver a letter to management. The action is part of a broader effort to unionize Mother's Market locations across Orange County, potentially adding up to 600 members to UFCW 324's ranks. Workers cite low wages and high turnover as key issues, with some employees unable to afford groceries despite a 25% discount. 
