At the September 9th meeting of the Marlinton Town Council a resolution was submitted to Council for approval. The resolution reads as follows;
A RESOLUTION OF THE MARLINTON TOWN COUNCIL
DESIGNATING THE MARLINTON MINIPARK AS THE
ROGER L. TRUSLER MEMORIAL PARK
Whereas, Roger L. Trusler was a dedicated and respected member of the
Marlinton Town Council and many other community organizations, giving selflessly
of his time and talents for the advancement of the Town of Marlinton and
Pocahontas County; and
Whereas, Roger L. Trusler demonstrated a lifelong commitment to the
education of our county’s children and service to the citizens of our county;
Therefore, be it resolved, that the Marlinton Town Council formally
acknowledges the immense contribution of Roger L. Trusler and hereby
designates the Marlinton Minipark as the “Roger L. Trusler Memorial Park” in his
honor.
Adopted this the 9 the day of September, 2024.
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Samuel M. Felton, Mayor
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Mary K. Clendenen, Recorder
Also, a list of clubs, organizations, businesses, and past associates that Roger has worked with over the years will be notified about the plans for a Memorial Project.
Clubs, such as the Lions, Rotary, Scouts, and Teachers Association may want to promote fund-raising campaigns. contribute together or separately. We want all parties to have the opportunity to contribute to this project.
This Mayors Corner is the first official Notice of Our Intent to begin a fund-raising campaign to rebuild the Pavilion at the First Avenue Mini-Park in Honor of Roger’s many contributions, to the various organizations and individuals in Pocahontas County. An estimate for the proposed work is being calculated. Any additional funds over estimate could be used to enhance playground equipment and/or other amenities.
A specific account has been established at The TOWN OFFICE for this project. Donations can be made to The ROGER L. TRUSLER MEMORIAL PARK.
Sam