And based on the below info from the same link, I see why the corp docs had to be filed.  The corp docs had to have an effective date.  I don't believe Marks pr stated an effective date.

Submitting Notice of Company-Related Actions
An issuer or other duly authorized representative that is obligated to notify FINRA of a
Company-Related Action must:
1. Complete, sign and submit the Company-Related Action Notification Form to
FINRA Operations at least ten (10) days prior to the record date or effective date
(as applicable) involved for the Company-Related Action. The form is available on
FINRA’s website at www.finra.org/upc/forms.
2. Ensure that the issuer’s duly authorized transfer agent signs and submits a
completed Transfer Agent Verification Form to FINRA Operations simultaneously.
3. Attach supporting documentation (e.g., copy of board resolutions authorizing the
Company-Related Action, amendment to the charter of incorporation) as required
by the Company-Related Action Notification Form.
4. Pay all applicable fees, including late fees, in the manner prescribed on the
Company-Related Action Notification Form.
5. Submit the above package either electronically or via overnight mail to FINRA
Operations at the addresses specified on the applicable Form