pages: CityCouncil/2006-06-06.pdf, 8
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CityCouncil | 2006-06-06 | 8 | presentation. Vice Mayor Gilmore requested an explanation on how the Historical Advisory Board (HAB) continually adds to the pool of suggested names available for City property; inquired whether the HAB was the only means for names to get on the list; stated residents and citizen groups have proposed names in the past; inquired whether there was a specific period of time for recommendations. The Acting Recreation and Park Director responded names are taken on an on-going basis; stated requests are dealt with individually. The Planning and Building Director stated the HAB has not suggested any new names since she has been with the City; the original list went to the HAB to review the historical validity of the names. Vice Mayor Gilmore inquired how a citizen's request for recognizing a relative in the street naming process is handled; to which the Acting Recreation and Park Director responded the names are presented to a specific board or commission, depending on the area of interest. Councilmember deHaan inquired who updated the Official Naming List in 2003, to which the Acting Recreation and Park Director responded the Planning Department. Councilmember deHaan stated the list was not used for Bayport street naming; the gaps need to be closed. Councilmember Matarrese stated existing streets should not continue with a different name is another issue, such as Santa Clara Avenue continuing to the Naval Air Station. The Planning and Building Director stated the policy clarifies that the street name is to continue. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the Bayport streets would be renamed, to which the Planning and Building Director responded there are no plans to change the names. Councilmember Daysog requested that Willie Stargell's name be forwarded to the HAB. Councilmember deHaan stated that he supports Councilmember Daysog's request ; an open season is needed to update the list he would prefer to address louncilmember Daysog's request separately. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated she would like to have the process Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 June 6, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-06-06.pdf |