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The union for Tinley Park Elementary District 146 teachers says it is at an impasse with district officials over negotiating an updated contract .

While most of the contract’s provisions are settled, the Tinley Council Teachers 146 of Local 604 is fighting for higher wage increases and improved retirement benefits than the district is offering. Negotiations began in February, and the most recently approved contract expired July 31.

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