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U.S. Forest Service veteran Adam Bianchi has been appointed general superintendent of the Forest Preserves of Cook County following nomination by Forest Preserves President Toni Preckwinkle and approval by the Board of Commissioners.
“Over the last 15 years, the Cook County forest preserves has transformed as an institution, becoming a leader in ecological restoration in a highly developed landscape, in connecting a diverse population to the wonders of nature, and in operations and transparency,” Preckwinkle said. “Adam Bianchi’s experience, energy and perspective are an outstanding fit as general superintendent for the next chapter of the preserves.”
Prior to his current appointment, Bianchi served the U.S. Forest Service in various capacities in California, Michigan and Colorado for 18 years. In his most recent position as district ranger for Colorado’s Dillon Ranger District in the White River National Forest, Bianchi oversaw 312,000 acres, including wilderness areas, reservoirs, 14 campgrounds and four renowned ski resorts. During his tenure there, he led strategic planning to balance environmental protection with recreation, secured funding through partnerships with the private sector, and helped guide policies for the broader 2.3-million-acre forest.
Bianchi, an Iowa State University graduate, counts among his accolades the 2022 U.S. Forest Service Chief’s Honor Award and the 2023 Ranger District of the Year Award.
Now overseeing more than 70,000 acres in Cook County, Bianchi will lead efforts to preserve native habitats, foster community connections, and promote broad access to nature through hundreds of public programs and events.
