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Friends and advocates seek $40,000–$55,000 to repair mounted unit infrastructure and sustain ranger staffing

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Representatives of the Friends of the Boston Park Rangers asked the council to maintain funding for 20 full‑time ranger positions, keep the equine care budget and cover urgent stall and paddock repairs estimated at roughly $40,000–$55,000 so the mounted unit can expand programming and educational outreach.

Representatives of the Friends of the Boston Park Rangers told the committee they need immediate capital repairs to stables and paddocks and asked the council to protect ongoing operating funding for the rangers.

Caroline Humphrey, speaking for the group, outlined a list of necessary repairs and upgrades at the mounted unit’s barn and outdoor arena, including…

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