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2012 GRC Recognition Dinner

The Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce celebrated the 37th year of recognizing an outstanding individual and/or business in the community. The special event was held at the Willow Room in Rostraver Twp. on April 26, 2012. With over 100 guests in attendance, GRC President Keith Peer served as the Master of Ceremonies. The recognition stepped into a new direction this year and expanded their recognition by honoring 3 different categories. The honorees were Martin's Flowers & Shrubs as Business of the Year, Robert Mesher for the Community Service Award and Tanya Chaney as The Young Professional of the Year.

2012 Recognition Dinner Honorees
Left – Bob Mesher - Community Service,
Tanya Chaney – Young Professional,
Adam and George Martin, Mark and Brad (back) –
Martins Flowers & Shrubs – Business of the Year

The selection of the Business of the year uses the criteria of outstanding community support, involvement and leadership. A business that represents the Martin family for 45 years, Martin's Flowers & Shrubs is very well known in the Tri State area and is operated by a second generation. Current owners are Mark, Adam and Brad Martin. Accepting the honor as founder of the business, George Martin, spoke of the many struggles and achievements. He spoke direct from the heart and credited the family as a whole. He made invitation to all to stop in and enjoy the waterfalls or feed the fish. "With so much to see and appreciate, browsers are always welcomed!"

One of the new categories this year was Outstanding Community Service. The Chamber has many volunteers in all walks of life but selecting the first recipient was easy. Robert (Bob) Mesher has been involved in many organizations but most notably the Belle Vernon Lions. Jason Mesher spoke of his fathers achievements with great pride and admiration. Year after year Bob volunteers his time for the Christmas Celebration known as Lite Up Nite in Rostraver Twp. Many times he has served as a grand and jolly Santa. His biggest achievement and enjoyment is working with young people and guiding them into leadership and a life of service. Bob then proudly shared how his entire family is part of a wonderful organization known to all as the Lions. "Down to my granddaughter Avery, she is a Lioness in the making". Bob too makes invitation to all, "If you have an extra hour or so a month, think about joining the Lions and the reward will be great".