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Bill Powe
was honored at the December 2007 board meeting. The board meeting was
held at the newly constructed Lamar County Community Center, which is at
Jackson Road, adjacent to the trail. The BOD presented a resolution to
Bill, thanking him for his service to the district as the first Gateway
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BEFORE THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PEARL AND LEAF RIVERS RECREATIONAL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION
HONORING
BILL POWE
WHEREAS, Bill Powe, husband and father, was employed by the
University of Southern Mississippi, Department of
Recreational Sports from April 1, 2003 through October 15,
2007, and served as Gateway Manager of the Longleaf Trace
during his tenure; and,
WHEREAS, Bill Powe planned and coordinated multiple
events along the Longleaf Trace including its annual National Trails Day event
and benefits for St. Jude Hospital, the American Heart Association, and other
charities; and,
WHEREAS, his work with the University, the Board of
Directors and the Friends of the Longleaf Trace fostered growth in the
relationships between the entities for the betterment of the Trace; and,
WHEREAS, his service and contributions to the community
and the Trace include his preparation and submission of the application for the
Longleaf Trace to become a National Recreational Trail; and,
WHEREAS, he was responsible for the public relations and
marketing of the Longleaf Trace which resulted multiple speaking engagements,
television appearances and the furthering of the benefits of the Trace to the
general public; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Pearl and Leaf
Rivers Recreational District gathers here with his family and friends to
recognize Bill Powe and honor him for his countless hours of work for the
betterment of Longleaf Trace and the surrounding Pine Belt; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED,
RESOLVED AND ADJUDICATED by unanimous vote of the Board of
Directors of the Pearl and Leaf Rivers Recreational District
that all matters, facts, and things hereinabove set out and
set forth be the order of the Board and that BILL POWE, be
honored for his achievements and outstanding service by the
people of Forrest, Lamar and Jefferson Davis Counties with
the honor of today's recognition and dedication.
SO ORDERED AND ADJUDGED on this the 11th day of December, A.D. 2007.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PEARL AND LEAF RIVERS RECREATIONAL DISTRICT
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What a
nice meeting we had today! The business went nicely, delicious food
and wonderful fellowship. I feel honored to be a part of a
wonderful group working to promote and sustain the wonderful
Longleaf Trace.
Kellie,
Herlon and the crew went all out to make our meeting and lunch one
to remember. Many thanks for all they do every day.
I
appreciated you staying for the pictures.
Wishing
you and your family a joyful and happy Christmas season and a happy,
healthy and prosperous new year.
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