HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-01-2026 Resolution Naming the Most Recently Built Mayo Lake Park Camping Cabin in Honor of Mark AshleyResolution Naming the Most Recently Built Mayo Lake Park
Camping Cabin in Honor of Mark Ashley
WHEREAS, on March 31, 2026, Person County Government and the Person County community lost a great person near and
dear to our hearts. Mark Ashley was a longtime employee of Person County, serving the citizens through the Recreation, Arts,
and Parks Department for over 17 years. Before joining Person County Government, Mark Ashley served the community as a
security officer at Piedmon! Community College, where he retired in 2009; and
WHEREAS, through the Person County Park System, Mark Ashley served our community by working and assisting multiple
divisions throughout his tenure. These divisions included the Maintenance Division, Athletic Programs Division, Special
Programs and Events Division, the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex, and, most notably, Mayo Lake Park, where he spent most of his
time; and
WHEREAS, Mark Ashley was always willing to help wherever needed, supporting programs, events, and facilities that had
meaningful impact on our community. Program areas he contributed to over the years included Person County Special Olympics,
Mayo Lake Malo Fishing Day, the Person County Easter Egg Hunt, Sappony Tribal Youth Camp, Piedmont Community
College's Pickin' by the Lake, Person County Little League, maintenance support for rentals and shows at the Kirby Theater,
special projects throughout the parks system, and support for family gatherings and camping rentals at Mayo Lake Park; and
WHEREAS, Mark Ashley was a very instrumental Mayo Lake team member who contributed to the growth and popularity of
Mayo Lake Park's offerings and camping. He was an ambassador for the park, promoting it lo citizens and tourists alike. His
impeccable customer service helped strengthen Mayo Lake Park's reputation; and
WHEREAS, the Recreation, Arts, and Parks Department staff and the Recreation Advisory Board support naming the most
recently built Mayo Lake Park camping cabin in honor of Mark Ashley for his long-term service to Person County and its
citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Person County Board of Commissioners that the naming rights for the most
recently built Mayo Lake Park camping cabin shall be designated in honor of former employee Mark Ashley for his long-term
service to the Person County Recreation, Arts, and Parks Department and the citizens of Person County.
Adopted, this, the 1 st day of June 2026.
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