Cook County Forest Preserves To Remain Open During Teamsters Strike

200 Cook County Forest Preserves workers go on strike amid contract dispute

Approximately 200 union workers at the Forest Preserve District of Cook County went on strike on Monday, after rejecting a contract proposal they said doesn't provide sufficient pay raises.

Cook County Forest Preserves Teamsters go on strike

More than 230 members of Teamsters Local 700 working for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County went on strike Monday, the unit’s first-ever strike at the preserves.

Cook County Forest Preserve Teamsters on Strike After Rejecting Offer

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Cook County forest preserves will remain open if Teamsters strike, officials say

Cook County forest preserve officials said Monday that its properties and facilities will remain open in the event of a threatened strike by about 200 workers who maintain its sites and equipment.

Cook County Forest Preserves To Remain Open During Teamsters Strike

Nearly 200 workers previously authorized a walkout amid a contract dispute over wages, overtime and other terms.

Forest Preserves of Cook County Will Remain Open During Teamsters Local 700 Union Strike; Negotiations Continue

August 17, 2026 — The Forest Preserves of Cook County will remain open and operational during a strike of members of Teamsters Local 700, allowing the public opportunities to continue to enjoy the many amenities the Preserves offers, including trails, picnic groves, nature centers, campgrounds, golf