The County has modified the training, hiring requirements and penal code status of park rangers and has established a parks law enforcement unit. According to the information posted to their website, Regional Parks’ vision of the park ranger is one of community engagement, visibility and outreach. Rangers should be stewards of the environment and experts on the natural features and recreation opportunities in the parks. They should provide a welcoming, safe environment with their presence and be able to respond to medical emergencies when they arise in the parks. They should be able to enforce park rules and regulations and work jointly with local law enforcement against illegal activities in the parks.