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Open Space recognizes volunteers; staff reports 17,000 volunteer hours and education outreach
Summary
OSMP staff highlighted volunteer program results for 2025 — more than 1,500 volunteers contributing over 17,000 hours (estimated impact $638,000), a mix of ongoing programs, one‑day projects, a paid 'ready‑to‑work' crew, junior rangers and education naturalists who supported roughly 3,000 student interactions.
Staff presented an overview of the Open Space and Mountain Parks volunteer program, noting 1,500+ volunteers contributed more than 17,000 hours in 2025 and that those hours equate to roughly $638,000 in program impact (staff cited a return‑on‑investment calculation based on staffing and supply budgets). Program manager Debbie Cushman described program components — ongoing volunteer crews, trail…
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