May 5, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 25 Eagle Scout (continued from page 5) neglected. Prior to implementing the project plan, Walsh and his crew cleaned up the area and brought 42 bags of garbage, leaves, and debris to the recycling center. Walsh designed and implemented a landscape plan that included four raised beds of perennials and shrubs. He and his crew also spread topsoil and grass seed throughout the park. The project was carried out with the support of the Borough of Ramsey and Rohsler’s Allendale Nursery. Rohsler employee Celeste worked closely with Walsh, offering guidance on the design of the beds and plants that would work well in the park setting. Roshler’s provided financial support for the project by offering discount pricing on the plants. One of the raised beds includes a carved wooden sign that serves as a reminder to people to keep the area clean. The sign is a display of the Scout outdoor code of ethics: “Please leave no trace.” The Ramsey Borough Council recognized Walsh for his efforts with a plaque at a special ceremony. Upon awarding the plaque, Mayor Christopher Botta noted that, while the sign says leave no trace, it is clear that Walsh left a permanent mark on his community through his Eagle project. Walsh also serves his parish, Saint Paul RC Church in Ramsey, and his school, Saint Joseph Regional High School in Montvale. He was an altar server for many years at St. Paul and has contributed his time to the parish’s Social Concerns Committee. At school, he has been a member of Campus Ministry, a retreat leader, and has served as a Big Brother for two years. He has participated in food, clothing, and blood drives and is a varsity letterman on the winter and spring track teams. Walsh is currently a senior and has been on the honor roll throughout all four years of high school. He is a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish National Honor Society and expects to graduate as one of the top 10 students in his class. This fall, he will attend American University in Washington, D.C. where he plans to major in international relations. He hopes to dedicate his career to the service of others and his country by working for the State Department or another federal agency. Walsh thanked everyone who helped encourage and guide him along his trail to Eagle: his fellow Scouts and leaders, the staff at Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco, and countless volunteers. Special thanks go to Rohsler’s, Ramsey Mayor Botta and the council, Ramsey Borough Administrator Nicholas Saros, and the Ramsey DPW for their support. Fifth grade students at Ramsey’s Dater School enjoyed a special presentation about animals native to Egypt, including their habitat and characteristics, and how these animals influenced the culture, traditions, and history of ancient Egypt. Blast from the past Engaged? Just Married? Celebrating an Anniversary? Share the news with neighbors and friends! Announce your Special Event in Talk to your kids about how dangerous it can be. � ��������������������������������������� ��������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������� ������������������ We welcome photographs. Send announcements to: The Villadom TIMES P.O. Box 96, Midland Park, NJ 07432 editorial@villadom.com