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Debate over urban park ranger positions and funding

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85 sec

Council Member Krishnan raises concerns about the inadequate number of urban park rangers and the precarious nature of temporary positions. He urges for permanent funding to ensure job security for these workers.

  • Krishnan points out that there are only about 70 urban park rangers per borough
  • 50 urban park ranger positions are temporary and funded yearly by the city council
  • Krishnan emphasizes the personal impact on workers who face job insecurity due to temporary positions