Rename Western Drive north of I-580 to Stenmark Drive
In Plain English
The city is considering changing the street name for the portion of Western Drive located north of Interstate 580. If approved, residents and businesses on this section would need to update their addresses. The city has not provided background on why this name change is being proposed or who Stenmark refers to.
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Adopt Resolution No. 103-13 renaming Western Drive north of I-580 as 'Stenmark Drive' with understanding that issue may be revisited regarding Point Molate area
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Why This Vote Matters
The council approved renaming the portion of Western Drive north of Interstate 580 to Stenmark Drive, with all present members supporting the change except McLaughlin, who abstained. Residents and businesses on this stretch of road will need to update their addresses with the postal service, banks, and other organizations. The council noted the name change could be reconsidered for the Point Molate area, suggesting this may not be the final word on street naming in that neighborhood. The city has not explained who Stenmark is or why this particular name was chosen for the street.
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