Food Forest Eagle Scout Project

The City of Marina is enabling a volunteer-led food forest project on municipal property within the upland area of Locke Paddon Park, adjacent to the library parking lot, as an Eagle Scout initiative designed to foster environmental stewardship and youth leadership. The project will establish a publicly accessible food garden using sustainable, low-maintenance native and edible plant species to provide community benefits while enhancing local biodiversity. This effort is part of a broader commitment to green infrastructure and community engagement, with the garden serving as both an educational resource and a space for civic participation. The project is being coordinated by Philip Angelo, Senior Planner with the City of Marina, who serves as the primary point of contact, alongside Janette Leonidou, President of CSMC Eco, who provides support through the volunteer organization. No formal solicitation number or contract award has been issued yet, as this is a forecasted initiative under review, and no specific NAICS code or set-aside designation applies. The anticipated location is 93933, Marina, California, and the project is posted for public awareness as of June 8, 2026, with further details available through the City’s environmental tracking portal. Participation and support from local youth, families, and community organizations are encouraged as the project progresses toward implementation.