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HomeMy WebLinkAboutStreet Naming Policyt^sEE Ix40 CITY OF PALM D SER_�i' ' R a4 mb TO 2 N 0 R OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER ngiunr.�.ai,au * Continued to a date uncertain, With STAFF REPORT a subcommittee of Councilmembers Finerty and Harnik to work with staff on development of such a policy to be au t ck.to t Council for REQUEST: consideration of a Palm Desert F'irri�nge�ts SUBMITTED BY: John M. Wohlmuth, City Manager DATE: April 14, 2011 CONTENTS: Sacramento Resolution: Approval of City Facility Naming Policy Recommendation By Minute Motion, provide direction to staff on proceeding with a policy for naming streets. Background Naming Streets A majority of the newer streets in Palm Desert are provided by the development community and submitted to the City as part of the developer Tract Map. After the Tract Map is submitted to the City, it is reviewed by the Fire Marshal for prevention of duplication or confusion. The other streets in the City (typically major streets) are identified in our General Plan and are named on the maps. Background on Re -Naming Streets and Improvements In August 1986, the City Council named the newly constructed public road from Fred Waring Drive to the Palm Desert High School property after Council Member Phyllis Jackson, who passed away while in office in July 1986. In March 2011, the City Council named the former 35th Avenue "Dick Kelly Drive" after Council Member Dick Kelly, who passed away in August 2010. Street name changes require a public hearing and notification to other parties and entities. The City Council has named other improvements after council members, such as the Walt Snyder Lagoon in the Civic Center Park, the bridge on Portola Avenue over the Whitewater River Channel named the Dick Kelly Memorial Bridge, and the Palms to Pines Scenic Highway in Palm Desert now the Roy Wilson Scenic Highway. Staff Report Consideration of a Resolution Addressing Facility Naming April 14, 2011 Page 2 Policy It is preferred to name a building or capital improvement feature after a council member, long-time staff member, volunteer/community member, commissioner, etc. However, it shall remain at the City Council's discretion to consider naming a public roadway after a council member or prominent community member. If considered, the City Council shall also take into consideration: 1. The number of homes or businesses on the street It is preferred to rename streets that have a minimal impact or no impact to businesses or residents, such as a newly constructed street or a street with no development facing the street. 2. The cost to rename the street. Street signage can be surprisingly costly, specifically signage on the mast arms of signals. 3. Whether a street continues into other jurisdictions 4. Property owner opposition. It will always be the intent of a name change to memorialize a council member or community members, and not sell the name of any public improvement. Staff seeks feedback from Council, and at an appropriate time, staff will bring a resolution forward addressing facility naming. Attached is a copy of a Sacramento Resolution for your consideration. Fiscal Analysis There is no fiscal impact associated with this request. Sub ,itted By: ,J66 n M. Wohlmuth, City Manager / g�4 V� Paul S. Gibson, Director of Finance RESOLUTION NO. APPROVAL OF CITY FACILITY NAMING POLICY Adopted by the Sacramento City Council BACKGROUND A. The City of Sacramento wishes to establish a consistent process to name City facilities. B. The City Council wishes to establish an open and deliberate public process for naming City facilities. C. The following policy incorporates the goals of the City Council and the community for selecting and approving the naming of City facilities. BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, THE CITY COUNCIL RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Adopts the following Policy for Naming City Facilities: CITY OF SACRAMENTO FACILITY NAMING POLICY PURPOSE: The policy establishes the City of Sacramento's principles and procedures for naming City facilities. POLICY NAMING PRINCIPLES: Facilities which may be named include buildings, centers, parks, parkways and open space, and portions thereof as appropriate. City Hall and Council Chambers will not be considered for naming. Facilities may be named for: ➢ A distinct geographic, environmental or developmental feature ➢ A neighborhood, community or access street ➢ A name of historical significance to the facility ➢ A reflection of the ethnic diversity of the community A community or civic group who has gained significant stature in the City An individual or family who has contributed significantly to the community or the facility: o Posthumously (at least one year since date of passing); o Living if they contribute substantially to the community or facility; o Background investigation will be conducted to ensure character of the individual or family; o Priority will be given to a deserving local individual or family. ➢ Re -naming of City facilities and parks is strongly discouraged. ➢ Parks should be named with input from surrounding neighborhoods. Parks located adjacent to schools may be given the same name as the school, particularly in joint use situations. City staff will review potential list of historic, Native American, topographical and native flora and fauna names to generate ideas to be considered by the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Mayor and City Council when reviewing future park names. Special Circumstances: ➢ Naming opportunities may include specific exhibits, significant park features (such as fountains, ball fields, playgrounds, etc.) to encourage private donations and shall be done with approval from the appropriate department, board, committee or commission and Council Member in whose district the special feature is located. ➢ Staff conference rooms within existing facilities may be named by the respective department, provided that the "Policy Naming Principles" are followed by said department. ➢ This policy may be suspended by the City Council to reflect a special circumstance, need or opportunity (e.g. naming rights to a regional facility, complex or major community -wide facility). Naming Policy Procedure (excluding special circumstances): ➢ Naming recommendations can be made by the community or Mayor and City Council Members. ➢ The appropriate department will review the proposed name to ensure it is consistent with the principles set forth in this policy. The City department will advise the Mayor and Council Member in whose district the facility is located and the City Manager's Office about the proposed naming. ➢ The proposed naming will be reviewed by the related board, commission and/or committee. Staff will notify the community in which the facility is located about the proposed naming. When needed, Neighborhood Services staff will be made available to help in community notification. The appropriate City boards, commissions and/or committees will forward a recommendation for naming a particular facility, taking into consideration any recommendations from community based organizations, to the Mayor and City Council for approval. For the naming of facilities that are of significant interest citywide, the Mayor and City Council have the authority to appoint a working group of council members and/or community members to review and make a recommendation to the Mayor and City Council. ➢ The final naming proposal will be presented to the Mayor and City Council for approval. Section 2: City Council Resolution No. 2001-779, adopted November 27, 2001 is hereby repealed.