Eagle Scout Service Projects 

Many boys that are working towards completion of the Eagle Scout Award have done service projects coordinated by the Parks & Recreation Department.  These projects have benefited the community by beautifying the parks or helping the environment.  Through planning, organizing work crews, and following through to a successful completion of the projects, the scout has proven his leadership ability.  Some of the projects done in the past include:

• Boulevard tree planting
• Landscape and garden installations
• Ornamental fence painting
• Park bench refurbish and installation
• Noxious weed control
• Native habitat restoration

A scout needing to do a service project should have an idea of what he wants to do.  Then, he can propose his plan to the City Forester, Paul Mahoney, at (651) 480-6177 or to the Parks Superintendent, Kevin Smith, at (651) 480-6178.  Projects must also meet approval from the troop and district advancement authorities.