Direct staff to explore renaming a street or community center for Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela NamingGovernance

In Plain English

A council member wants city staff to research renaming a major street or community facility to honor Nelson Mandela. Staff would identify potential locations and study the renaming process. If approved, staff returns with specific options and cost estimates for new signage and address changes.

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Votes

Extend meeting 30 minutes

Moved by: Mayor McLaughlinSeconded by: Councilmember Butt
Passed

5 to 2

BatesNay
McLaughlinAye
MyrickAye
ButtAye
BoozéNay
BecklesAye
RogersAye

Direct staff to explore with community changing name of prominent street or community center in honor of Nelson Mandela and bring report to Parks and Recreation Commission within 60 days including process and cost analysis with their recommendation to City Council

Moved by: Mayor McLaughlinSeconded by: Councilmember Rogers
Passed

6 to 0

BatesAye
ButtAye
BoozéAbstain
MyrickAye
McLaughlinAye
BecklesAye
RogersAye

Also consider naming prominent area in Richmond in honor of Martin Luther King

Moved by: Councilmember BatesSeconded by: Councilmember Boozé
Failed

3 to 3

ButtAye
BoozéAye
BatesAye
MyrickNay
McLaughlinNay
BecklesNay
RogersAbstain