Calmar

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alberta_calmar

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Settlement Name

Calmar

Province, Territory, or State

Alberta

Country

Canada

Has Policy?

Yes

Policy

Policy Statement:The Town of Calmar is committed to providing a fair, consistent, and efficient process for selecting names for the Towns Development Areas, Roads, Parks and Trails. Municipal Naming serves as a method of commemorative recognition to our history, culture, significant contributions of community members and groups, significant events and outstanding achievements of community members.
Reason for Policy:The reason for this policy is to:
1. Standardize the system of naming in the Town of Calmar,
2. Create consistency,
3. Streamline and outline the application and approval process,
4. Provide clear, efficient, and timely guidelines and criteria that are reflective of the Town.This Policy is not intended to address:
1. Individual memorial dedications such as benches, trees, or plaques,
2. Naming rights/Sponsorship opportunities,
3. Naming of Town owned facilities.

Policy guidelines:
General Naming Principles
1. Names can be submitted for consideration by Council members, Town Administration, or public at any time. The Naming Cor ee will vet and approve the names and add to the SNL in accordance with ti
ng criteria outlined within this policy,
2. Names not currently on the SNL may be considered if the name conforms to the naming, criteria and it has been reviewed and recommended by the Naming Committee.
3. Names can include first name or surname, or a combination of both.
4, Names are not to be excluded due to a perceived difficulty in pronunciation,
5. Names shall follow good cartographic practices to ensure the location can be found efficiently in an emergency.
6. At the discretion and authority of Council, names may be repealed or renamed under circumstances where the name may be associated or recognized with significant dishonour to the community, province, or nation.
7. Names with hyphens, apostrophes or dashes are discouraged and assessed on an
Individual basis.
8. A name should only be used once.
9. In the case of a living person, the applicant shall obtain the person's consent in nominating their name for placement on the SNL or in the naming of a Development Area, Road, Park or Trail.
10. In the event of a deceas! person, the applicant shall make every reasonable effort to secure the permission of the nearest living relative.

Naming criteria:
In order for a name to be placed on the SNL, it must meet one of the following:1. Name(s) of individuals, groups or organizations:
a. That reflects or pertains to a geographical or topographical feature of the area,
b. That pertains to local flora or fauna of the area,
c. Who is/was a resident for a minimum of ten (10) years,
d. Who served as an elected representative for at least two (2) years,
e. Who served in a voluntary capacity in a community organization which worked to enhance the quality of life for residents,Who was a prominent pioneer or settler in the Calmar area,
B. Who is/was a Town staff person for a minimum of ten (10) years and made significant contributions to enhance the quality of life in Calmar,
h. That made a major contribution or sacrifice for the welfare or life of the community or country,
i. That/who demonstrates outstanding achievement, excellence, courage or exceptional dedication to service in ways that reflect great credit on Canada, Alberta or the Town.

Significant Names List (SNL) - Process:1. An application to name or rename a Development Area, Road, Park or Trail must be submitted in the form of a written letter to the Naming Committee for placement on the SNL or for immediate use. The letter should explain the extent to how the name meets the Naming Criteria and principles outlined in the guidelines of this policy.
2. The Naming Committee will:
a. Review the application to ensure it meets one or more of the naming criteria.
b. Confirm that permission was obtained as per FOIP legislation.
c. Confirm that the name can be used based on the Policy Guidelines.
d. Submit a recommendation to Council through the Request for Decision process.
3. If a Council Resolution is passed:
a. The submitted name will be placed on the SNL or will be used immediately to name or rename a Development area, Road, Park or Trail.
b. The applicant will be notified in writing of the Council decision.
4. When there is a recommendation of non-support, the applicant will be notified in writing of the decision and reasons for the non-support.
5. Applicants can re-submit an application at a later date should their submission meet the criteria and guidelines set out in the Policy.

Naming assets:
When a Development Area, Road, Park or Trial requires to be named or rename shall occur:
1. The Naming Committee will be advised and will refer to the SNL for an ap for the asset.
2. The Naming Committee may gather input from the external stakeholder naming options for the asset.
3. When naming a Park or Trail, the name shall include its functional use, i.e
4. The Naming Committee will provide the recommendation to Council.
5. Should Council approve a name for an asset, a public recognition event m the Town to honour the individual, group or organization and com significance or history of the name.

Naming committee:
1. The Naming Committee will consist of:
a. Staff from the Land Development and Public Works Department, Economic Development & Tourism Department, Corporate Services Department, Community Services Department and the Peace Officer Enforcement Services Department.
2. The Naming Committee will accept applications anytime and will meet on a 'as needed* basis and/or at least once per year.
3. The Naming Committee will make recommendations to Council for names to be added to the Significant Names List and the naming or renaming of Development Areas, Roads, Parks or Trails.

Contact Info

slosier@calmar.ca

Policy Score

72