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Former state delegate Roslyn Cain Tyler honored by Sussex County Board
Summary
The Sussex County Board adopted a resolution honoring the Hon. Roslyn Cain Tyler for 16 years in the Virginia House of Delegates and her local leadership, including being the first elected female supervisor and first female chair of the Sussex Board; the resolution was approved on Feb. 19, 2026.
The Board of Supervisors on Feb. 19, 2026 adopted a resolution recognizing the Hon. Roslyn Cain Tyler for her public service and leadership. The resolution notes Tyler’s 16 years in the Virginia House of Delegates, educational honors (including honorary doctorates) and her local milestones as the first woman elected to and later chair of the Sussex County Board of Supervisors, crediting her leadership with projects such as a new courthouse and enhanced funding for education and public safety.
Supervisor Rufus E. Tyler Sr. presented the resolution; the record notes the resolution was approved on a motion of Supervisor Alfred G. Futrell, seconded by Supervisor C. Eric Fly Sr. Mrs. Tyler was present and thanked the Board when recognized. The resolution will be spread among the minutes of the Feb. 19 meeting.
