Food Forest Eagle Scout Project

The Food Forest Eagle Scout Project is a volunteer-led initiative by the City of Marina, California, located at 190 Seaside Circle in the upland area of Locke Paddon Park, adjacent to the library parking lot. The project aims to promote youth leadership and environmental stewardship through the creation of a publicly accessible food garden. Key activities include minor land alterations, the installation of gopher baskets, the planting of olive trees and small vegetables, and the establishment of irrigation within a small area of the existing park. The project is classified under NAICS code 561730 and is managed by Philip Angelo, Senior Planner for the City of Marina. According to the Notice of Exemption dated June 4, 2026, the project qualifies for categorical exemptions under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301, 15303, 15304, and 15311, as it involves minor structures and land alterations that do not affect sensitive habitats. No specific contract value or period of performance has been disclosed, as the project is characterized as a volunteer-led Eagle Scout endeavor.