PERRYSBURG, Ohio — A Perrysburg teen has completed his Eagle Scout project by designing and installing five “life ring” drowning mitigation stations across the city to improve safety near the water.

The city says Robert Courtney, 17, a member of Boy Scout Troop 167 at St. Rose Church, led the project after noticing the lack of life rings at Perrysburg’s water access points. The stations are now located at Orleans Park, Hood Park near the Perrysburg Boat Club, the Maple Street boat ramp, Simmons Pond and Three Meadows Pond near the playground.

Each station includes a life ring and rope. According to the city, instructional signage with emergency and CPR information will be added soon.

Courtney said his inspiration came from his love of the water and concern for quick rescue options in em

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