VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

Every year Suffolk Parks & Recreation is happy to work with volunteers to enhance services and programs that are offered to the community. Over the past year the department has been fortunate enough to work with several Eagle Scout candidates on their projects.

Tim Matlock, an Eagle Scout worked hard to help repair and replace a footbridge at Sleepy Hole Park that needed some attention. Tim worked with volunteers and coordinated the efforts with our Park Supervisor, Tim Smith to replace the decking and hand rails of the footbridge. Tim’s efforts increased the safety and enhanced the trail at the park! The project was completed in May 2022.

Christian Boehning, also an Eagle Scout, constructed and deployed 36 spider blocks at Lone Star Lakes Park! These artificial fish habitats provide structure for small fish and baitfish to grow. These unique structures are also good for fisherman as they are less likely to become snagged or caught in the “branches”. Christian worked with volunteers and coordinated with Russ Greene, Park Superintendent and his team at Lone Star Lakes Park to help enhance the fisheries and ecosystem within our parks. This project was completed in June 2022.

Current Eagle Scout projects include the addition of bat boxes to help control the mosquito and insect population and the renovation of a footbridge.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING OR COMPLETING AND INTERNSHIP WITH THE CITY OF SUFFOLK?

Calling all Volunteers!

There are so many exciting opportunities to become civically engaged with the City of Suffolk! Our dedicated volunteer coordinator works to match our volunteers and interns with opportunities that fit their interest, talents, knowledge and skills. Volunteers and interns are a valuable asset to the community and assist us in creating quality programs, activities and events and help our community shine. From athletic coaching to community clean ups- there is something for everyone!

School clubs, civic groups, scouts, individuals and interns are welcome. Volunteers and interns receive valuable training and job experience, socialization, a great volunteer environment, career enhancement, recognition, and the opportunity to meet and assist others. With a variety of volunteer options to choose from, you can find something for your family or just you!

Reach out today!

For more information contact Jason Pittman, CPRP, Recreation Supervisor at 757-514-7268, or jpittman@ suffolkva.us.

For a list of volunteer opportunities, please visit our website at www.suffolkva.us and click on the volunteer tab.