Michael Krisinski Honored as Eagle Scout

Jefferson Township has a new Eagle Scout in Michael E. Krisinski. He was honored at Tuesday night’s meeting for his work at Ridge Field.

As his project, Krisinski built new steps leading to the baseball field at Ridge. He spent 147 hours working on the project.

“I came on this project because I talked to the Recreation Department, and this is what they told me they needed,” he said.

Krisinski said that he first had to spread and compact a mound of dirt and then he laid pavers that were donated by Grinnell Pavers. Then he made the five long steps.

He also noted that Allstate Rental donated a loader and back hoe, and the township’s Department of Public Works donated mulch and gravel to the project.

Krisinski is a member of pack 49 and has been scouting since he was in first grade. He said that camping is his favorite part of scouting, and is looking forward to a trip to New Mexico this summer.

The junior plays lacrosse. He said he sees a career in law enforcement in his future.

Krisinski’s parents, Mark and Kathy, and brother Zachary were on hand to watch him receive his award.