DuPage County

Joe Cantore, President of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, is running for re-election this November.

Since first being elected as President in 2014, Cantore has solidified his reputation as an effective leader who listens to residents, and creates efficiencies through collaboration with other government agencies. Under Cantore’s direction, the Forest Preserve District has initiated and completed projects resulting in improved regional trails, enhanced native areas, restored waterways, and updated infrastructure.

With an eye to the future, Cantore has initiated a District-wide master planning effort that is engaging public input and support to establish Forest Preserve goals and priorities, and identify key projects for the years ahead.

Prior to his election as President, Cantore served for more than a decade as a Forest Preserve Commissioner. His experience and tenure with the Forest Preserve is complemented by his entrepreneurial background and business acumen. Cantore grew up enjoying the outdoor spaces in DuPage County, and now relishes experiencing DuPage Forest Preserve District properties with his wife and two young children.

“The land, amenities, and resources of the Forest Preserve District belong to the people,” said Cantore. “Ensuring a sustainable future for the preserves is important business, and I’m committed to continue working hard for the DuPage residents.

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