Hersheypark's union maintenance employees, numbering over 200, have rejected a tentative agreement with Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, which the company had labeled as its "last, best and final" offer. This decision follows months of negotiations and has raised concerns regarding a potential strike. According to a union member who requested anonymity, a vote to initiate a strike has taken place. Hershey Entertainment & Resorts acknowledged the outcome of the vote, expressing disappointment but respecting the collective bargaining process. The company emphasized that operations at the park continue as normal and that no indications of a work stoppage have been communicated by the union. The union's negotiations focus on key issues such as wages, health care costs, and retirement benefits, reflecting the workers' desire for better compensation and support. As the situation develops, both sides remain engaged in discussions, but the rejection of the tentative agreement signifies ongoing tensions between the union and the company.