ASHLAND — About 30 people gathered Saturday at a new pavilion on the playground at Dale Roy school on Center Street in Ashland.
The pavilion was the class project of the 2021 Leadership Ashland Class. The process began well over a year ago with the group deciding on the project.
After a lot of back and forth, the fundraising began in April. In just over two weeks, thanks to the generosity of the community, the fundraising goal was surpassed. On Saturday, the class recognized the donors and supporters of the project.
The major sponsors of the project were Nancy Tallmadge, Ron Tallmadge, Richard and Ronda Poorbaugh, Bob and Sally Thiel, James and Pamela Gribben, The Rotary Club of Ashland, Ashland Noon Lions, Pathfinder Farms, Ashland University, BCU Electric, Mc. B Paving and Sealcoating, Simonson Construction Service, and other individual contributors.
The whole project consisted of removing the broken asphalt, building the pavilion, pouring new concrete, and placing a wheelchair swing. The swing will be assembled and placed in the spring once the weather breaks. The pavilion was dedicated in memory of Rick Tallmadge.
During the event, the importance of the project was highlighted. The swing will be important for inclusion of all the clients of Del Roy. The pavilion will provide an opportunity for students to rest in the shade while playing and a space for outdoor education.
For a full video of the event, see the Leadership Ashland page on Facebook.
