The Suffolk County Fire Academy is now home to a new walkway with gravel and pavers that is home to a 9/11 Survivor Tree, thanks to an Eagle Scout who completed the undertaking as part of his service project.
New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano and Suffolk County Legislator Dominick Thorne presented proclamations to Eagle Scout Joseph Peterson, of Scout Troop 47, who completed his Eagle Scout Project at the Suffolk County Fire Academy.
The SCFA had received a seedling from the 9/11 Survivor Tree at Ground Zero which was planted in a high traffic area in the "sandy knoll" and has seen better days.
Joseph transformed the area into a nice walkway with pavers and gravel. He made wooden benches for relaxing and reflecting, if desired, with turf grass underneath. Stone pavers were placed around the tree for protection. The project took approximately 10 days to complete and was paid for from funds donated by the Suffolk County Fire Chiefs of New York, Suffolk County Fire District Officers Association, and the Fire Marshals Association.of Suffolk County.