The West Bend Park and Recreation Commission on Nov. 20 approved an Eagle Scout project to replace three archery target stands at the city range and accepted two donations totaling $10,200 for recreation programs.

Colin Healy, a Boy Scout with Troop 226, told the commission he plans to replace the 10-, 20- and 25-yard target stands at the archery range at 512 Municipal Drive. "The approximate cost, it's approximately $1,900 for the whole project," Healy said, adding the tally is "roughly $550 per stand" and that he would fundraise and donate any surplus to the city. He proposed completing fundraising by early spring and installing the stands by May 16, weather permitting.

A parks staff member asked that Healy’s final design be approved by staff (Mike or Dan) before construction; staff also noted the project aligns with a DNR grant the city received to renovate the archery range, with those funds available after August. Commissioner (name not specified) moved to approve the Eagle project; Justice seconded and the commission voted by voice to carry the motion.

Ryan (Parks and Recreation staff) announced two gifts to recreation programs: $200 from Riverside Disc Golf Club for course improvements and $10,000 from the Early Risers Kiwanis of West Bend for the library recreation center basement, described as the final two installments of a pledged $50,000 donation. A commissioner moved to accept the donations; another seconded and the commission approved the gift acceptances by voice vote.

Next steps for the Eagle project include city staff review of the final design before work begins; the scout said he will lead fundraising and construction with community donors and volunteer support. The commission then heard additional staff reports on programming and facilities.