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Eighth‑grader seeks BOCC backing for fairgrounds gazebo as Eagle Scout project
Summary
14‑year‑old scout Stone Everhart asked commissioners for permission to build a removable gazebo at the county fairgrounds as his Eagle Scout project; commissioners and the public voiced support but no formal BOCC action was recorded.
Stone Everhart, a 14‑year‑old Boy Scout and member of Troop 114, told the Board of County Commissioners on March 13 that he plans to build a 10‑by‑14‑foot cedar‑frame gazebo at the county fairgrounds as his Eagle Scout project.
Everhart said the kit‑based structure will be anchored to concrete footings and is designed to be dismantled if necessary. He told commissioners he plans to start construction in June and finish by July 1 and said he will fundraise to buy the kit, concrete and the required permit for any structure over 100 square feet. He said the gazebo will provide cover for fair and rodeo events and is built to local wind and snow load requirements discussed with staff.
Commissioners and members of the public expressed support for the idea; several asked clarifying questions about who would construct the gazebo and whether troop members or family would assist. Everhart said he would lead the project and expected troop and family help for heavy tasks. No formal BOCC vote on the project was recorded in the meeting transcript; the presentation was heard during new business and commissioners applauded the proposal.
Ending
Everhart left meeting materials with county staff; if formal permission or a permit is required the project will proceed through the county’s permitting process, and the scout said he will cover permit costs through fundraising.
