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OshawaStreet Naming Policy: Street Naming Policy in Memory and Honour of the War Dead and War Veterans 1. The following street naming policy in the memory and honour of the war dead and war veterans shall be applicable: (a) It is a policy of the City to honour the memory of men and women from Oshawa who have served in war, military action or peacekeeping assignments as part of Canada's military in the naming of new streets; (b) For the purpose of this policy, the ‘war dead’ refers to those persons who died or went missing in action while serving in active military duty during any war, military action or any peacekeeping action in which Canada played an active military role; (c) For the purpose of this policy, 'war veterans' refers to those persons who served with Canada's military forces in active military duty during any war, military action or any peacekeeping action in which Canada played an active military role; (d) The use of war dead and war veterans' names will comply with the Region of Durham street-naming policy; (e) The war dead that will be honoured in this manner are those men and women who were residents of Oshawa at the time they served; (f) The war veterans that will be honoured in this manner are those men and women who were or became and remained residents of Oshawa after their service; (g) War veterans both living and deceased to be honoured shall be considered based on the following criteria: (i) Length of military service; (ii) Decorations received (i.e. bravery medals, etc.); and (iii) Length and type of community service to Oshawa and its residents. (h) The approval of war veterans’ names for use on the street name reserve list is delegated to the Development Services Committee. (i) That City staff meet with the Oshawa United Veteran Services group (which includes representation from the Legion, 420 Wing, Canadian Corps, Polish Vets, Ontario Regiment Association, Navy Club, Korean Veterans and UN Peace Keepers) twice per year in order to review submissions, identify potential veterans’ names and to assist the Oshawa United Veteran Services group in making a recommendation to the Development Services Committee on whether a new war veteran’s name should be approved. (j) Written requests from the public or groups for approval of a war veterans name must be submitted in writing to the Development Services Department including how the individual complies with the criteria. (k) The City will encourage the use of war dead and war veterans' names within new plans of subdivision based on the following order of priority; (i) War dead; (ii) War veterans on current street name reserve list; and (iii) War veterans approved by Development Services Committee based on priority established by Development Services Committee. (l) Street signs honoring the war dead and war veterans will include a poppy motif in the design. 2. That an exception to the policy be endorsed to include the lands generally within the geographic area of the General Sikorski Hall such that the street names within that area could include World War II Veterans of the Polish Armed Forces who were Allies of Canada, who served under British Command, and who took up residence in the City of Oshawa after the War. Name selection shall be done pursuant to paragraph (g) above. Street Naming Policy for Private Residential Roads 1. The following street naming policy for the naming of private residential roads shall be applicable: (a) It is a policy of the City to name roads that are privately owned and maintained subject to certain criteria as outlined in this policy; (b) For the purposes of this policy, “private road” means any road, laneway, other means of vehicular access to, or egress from, any land, building or structure, exclusive of a driveway. Without limitation, a private roadway may include part of a parking lot; (c) A street name shall be assigned to all new private roads; (d) Private roads shall be named using names from the City of Oshawa Street Name Reserve List. (e) The street names on the City’s Street Name Reserve List honouring the City’s war dead and war veterans under the City’s Street Naming Policy in Memory and Honour of the War Dead and War Veterans shall not be used for the naming of private roads; (f) Names of private roads shall be differentiated from public roads through the use of the suffix “Path”; (g) Street signs for private roads shall be green with white text in order to differentiate them from the City’s standard blue street signs with white text. Private road signs shall also include the word “Private” for clarity; (h) This policy is applicable to all new residential developments with a private road that receives approval after July 1, 2017. For the purposes of this policy, approval shall mean the approval of the proposed site plan drawings; (i) The cost for the installation and maintenance of a street name sign for a private road shall be the responsibility of the property owner; (j) This policy shall not apply to any development that has received approval prior to July 1, 2017 unless requested by the property owner. Any costs associated with naming a private road in an existing development shall be the responsibility of the property owner that has made the request including such matters as the cost to install and maintain the sign and any costs to residents affected by the proposal; (k) Private road names and street sign details shall be shown on the plans forming part of any development agreement for a development with a private road. For requests to name a private road in an existing development, the owner shall provide a plan showing the private road and proposed private road name to Planning Services for review and approval; and (l) Private road names shall be included in a by-law passed pursuant to the Municipal Act. (m)Notwithstanding the City’s Notice By-law 147-2007, notices of the City’s intention to pass a by-law to name or re-name a private residential road shall be provided to the owner of the property and tenants of the property to which the by-law will apply and be provided on the City’s website. Note: Minor changes to or deviations from this policy and procedure may be made by the Commissioner of Development Services provided the intent of the policy is maintained. Any significant changes must be approved by City Council.
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OttawaCommemorative Naming: Policy Statement The City of Ottawa is committed to providing a fair, consistent and efficient process, while respecting the important need for public consultation and legislative approvals, with respect to commemorative naming of municipal streets, parks, and parts of parks, facilities, and parts of facilities after a person, persons, or family name. Definitions For the purpose of this policy, the following definitions apply. Commemorative - shall refer to the official naming of a municipal street, park, part of a park, facility, or part of a facility, to commemorate a person, persons, or family. Purpose The main objectives of this policy are: To ensure a clear, efficient and timely naming process; To ensure the application of key criteria to determine the validity of a commemorative name; To ensure the application of a concrete consultation process and community participation; To ensure one central repository for all commemorative naming requests for streets, parks, parts of parks, facilities, or parts of facilities. To ensure the proper approval process and the importance of the role played by legislative bodies (i.e. Committee and Council approval and Ottawa Public Library (OPL) Board approval when necessary); and To serve as a working group that develops recommendations on commemorative names for Council’s consideration. Application This policy applies to all City employees, including full-time, part-time, and temporary employees, summer students and co-op placements, and persons acting on behalf of the City (e.g. consultants, contractors), as well as Members of Council and the public with respect to the commemorative naming of municipal streets, parks, parts of parks, facilities and parts of facilities after a person, persons, or family name. Any member of the public or City Council may submit a nomination for the commemorative naming of a municipal park, facility or street. For commemoration purposes, the term municipal park shall include other components, such as sporting fields contained within a larger park. The term municipal facility shall include other components, such as ice rinks or meeting rooms contained within a City facility, subject to any existing sponsorship naming rights with the subject facility. Policy Requirements The policy is, above all, principles-based with an emphasis on public consultation, a dignified process for nominees, and respect for Council’s decision making authority. Criteria Where the naming of a street, municipal park, parts of a park, facility, or parts of a facility is being requested, at least one of the following criteria shall apply: The nominated individual shall have demonstrated excellence, courage or exceptional service to the citizens of the City of Ottawa, the Province of Ontario and/or Canada; The nominated individual shall have an extraordinary community service record; The nominated individual shall have worked to foster equality and reduce discrimination; Where the nominated individual is a current City employee, the individual shall have made an outstanding contribution to the City of Ottawa outside of their capacity and duties as a City employee or they may be recognized for their exceptional service once they are no longer a City employee; An individual may be recognized for a significant financial contribution to a park or facility, where that contribution significantly benefits the community that the park or facility serves; The nominated name has historical significance to the community, City of Ottawa, Province of Ontario, or Canada. Single Use A commemorative name should only be used once. No Memorials The Policy is not open to commemorate an individual’s death. These applications will be directed to the Commemorative Bench Program, the Commemorative Tree Program, Roadside Memorial Sign Program, or other appropriate memorial program. Commemorative Naming Application Form The commemorative naming information sheet, application form, and required affidavits are available in French and English through the contact noted at the end of this policy document. Processes The commemorative naming process for municipal streets, parks, parts of parks, facilities, and parts of facilities may involve a different course of action depending on the circumstances surrounding the request/requirement for naming. A. Process for Parks and Facilities Receipt of a Nomination/Application: All requests for commemorative naming are to be submitted in writing by completing the Commemorative Naming Application Form and supporting documentation. Processing of the Nomination/Application: Processing the application involves confirmation of criteria, reference checks (if applicable), discussion with the applicant and applicable City departments, initial meeting of the Commemorative Naming Committee (“CNC”), public consultation for a 30-day period, compiling consultation results, and a reconvening meeting of the CNC for a review of the public consultation results, if required. Report to Council: When a name is recommended for approval, a report to the appropriate Standing Committee and Council is prepared containing the CNC’s recommendation with the exception of the naming of OPL buildings and spaces within (including mobile units), which will be approved by the OPL Board. Implementation of Approved Nomination: Upon Committee and Council approval, implementation of the approved commemorative name is undertaken. This involves final notification to the nominator and nominee and an official unveiling ceremony for the nominee and family with the presentation of a plaque to be erected at the site, indicating the name as well as its significance for commemoration (the OPL assumes responsibility for any associated library naming event). In cases where there is no opposition received during the public consultation period, a report can be submitted directly to the appropriate Standing Committee and Council, without the reconvening of the CNC for a second meeting. Opposition is defined as a clear expression that the candidate in question does not meet the criteria for commemoration as outlined in this policy, and does not include general comments in opposition to the principles of the policy. B. Process for Commemorative Street Naming Commemorative street names shall remain the responsibility of the Building Code Services Branch. Where a request for a commemorative street name has been made, initial contact with Building Code Services Branch is made. The name will be vetted through the investigation and criteria evaluation process of this policy. Once endorsed, it will be forwarded to the Building Code Services Branch for processing in accordance with the Municipal Addressing By-law. A meeting of the CNC is not required for the naming of a street. Public Consultation Notice and public consultation shall be undertaken in accordance with the size and scope of the park or facility being named, and in consultation with affected Members of Council. The public consultation period shall last 30 calendar days. Written submissions and/or petitions received during the public consultation phase must be verifiable. To that end: Each written submission must include the submitter’s full first and last name; and Any petition must adhere to the guidelines outlined in Council’s Petition Policy with respect to petition requirements. Upon request, City staff will provide the final decision on a proposal to individuals who submit a comment under the public consultation component, and provide a copy of the Commemorative Naming policy and redacted application form. Commemorative Naming Committee (“CNC”) The CNC, a staff-Council committee, is composed of the following representatives: City Clerk (or designate) General Manager, Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department (or designate) General Manager, Public Works and Environmental Services Department (or designate) General Manager, Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department (or designate) Mayor (or designate) Ward Councillor (or designate) Ottawa Public Library CEO (or designate) if required Ottawa Public Library Board Chair (or designate) if required In the event that a park or facility crosses ward boundaries and is located in more than one ward, all affected ward Councillors shall be considered part of the CNC. Furthermore, in instances where the proposal is of a “City-wide” nature or significance, the General Manager, Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services may recommend that a chair (or designate) of a standing committee or board be invited to participate on the CNC. The Council and Committee Services Unit within the Office of the City Clerk shall oversee the coordination of the CNC and associated reports to the appropriate Standing Committee and Council. Multiple Names In instances where multiple names have been submitted for a single street, park or facility, the CNC may select one or more proposal(s) to move forward. The CNC supports public consultation in a manner that is dignified for nominees. As such, the CNC may expand or narrow the number of proposals for a particular street, park or facility, as it deems appropriate. Renaming The renaming process shall be identical to the commemorative naming process and also require City Council as the final authority for approving the proposed park or facility name. However, the renaming of an existing commemoration shall be subject to a 60-day public consultation period. Other A Member of Council may request that the CNC address other commemorations such as the naming of other public features or public spaces. Although not applicable under this policy, a Member of Council may also request that the CNC conduct public consultation on a name that is not that of a person, persons, or family. Exceptions In keeping with its powers set out in the Municipal Act, 2001, Council may assign a commemorative name by resolution, notwithstanding the provisions included in the Commemorative Naming Policy. The Ottawa Police Services Board has delegated authority for the naming of municipal police buildings in whole or in part. Public List of Approved Commemorations All approved commemorations are listed publicly on Ottawa.ca.
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Owen SoundNaming of City Parks and Facilities: Purpose 1. This policy is intended to provide clear and consistent criteria as well as process for naming City Parks or Facilities as well as considerations and process where an existing park or facility name is subject to review and consideration for renaming. Scope 2. This policy applies to the naming and re-naming of City Parks and City Facilities. 3. This policy will establish the criteria for consultation with respect to naming. 4. This policy does not apply to naming of streets or bridges. 5. The policy does not apply to naming relating to financial sponsorship or major donations. Policy 7. The following guidelines apply to all considerations for naming: i. All naming shall portray a positive image of the City and be consistent with the values of the City of Owen Sound Strategic Plan. ii. All naming should be considered permanent and re-naming should only be considered in exceptional circumstances. iii. Naming should avoid duplication of names that would result in confusion or impair the ability of First Responders to respond to emergencies. iv. The City Clerk shall maintain a register of Parks and Facility names to ensure duplication is avoided. v. City Council shall have the final decision with respect to naming of City Parks and Facilities. vi. City Council shall follow the procedure attached to this Policy with respect to the process, public notice, consultation in advance of any decision with respect to Naming or Re-Naming. City Park and Facility Naming Guideline 8. The following guidelines established for naming City Parks and Facilities are listed in descending order of preference. 9. A name that identifies the location or unique characteristic of the community. These may include but not be limited to the following: These may include but not be limited to the following: Page 3 of 10 i. A neighbourhood or planning area reference (i.e. Sydenham Heights); ii. A street reference; iii. A noteworthy physical or environmental or scenic quality (i.e. Bayview Park); iv. Proximity to a recognizable facility or area (i.e. High Park). 10. A name that recognizes a historical event which has Citywide, regional or national impact or significance (i.e Olympic Torch Square). 11. A name that recognizes an individual, family or object having a historical connections to a site (i.e. Harrison Park). 12. An honourific naming: The name of an individual or organization that has made a significant contribution to the community, to the City, the Province or Nation. The following conditions apply to considering an honourific naming: i. The reputation of the individual or organization must be accurately and completely documented and broadly acknowledged as benefitting the community, City, Province or Nation; The primary contribution of the individual or group shall be well documented and the record of such shall be retained as a permanent document; The application shall include sufficient information to ensure the principal legacy is well documented and supports the request for naming. ii. Where possible, a direct relationship should exist between the individual or group and the feature, park or facility being considered for naming, sport personalities should be recognized with their area of athletic endeavor. (i.e. Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre). iii. In the case of an elected official or civil servant, they must be retired from public service to be eligible. iv. Names of individuals can be used posthumously, however, permission is required from the persons immediate family or executors. City Park and Facility Re-Naming Guideline 13. The re-naming of City Parks and Facilities will only be considered in exceptional circumstances. 14. Re-naming will be considered only when it can be demonstrated that it is not in the City’s best interest to continue to use the name. 15. It is incumbent on Council or the person or organization applying for the renaming to provide sufficient information to consider the request. 16. City Council shall have the final decision with respect to naming of City Parks and Facilities. 17. City Council shall follow the procedure attached to this Policy with respect to the process, public notice, consultation in advance of any decision with respect to Naming or Re-Naming. 18. The following considerations and principles apply to any consideration of renaming: i. Renaming on account of values should be an exceptional event. - There are many reasons to honour tradition; - Historical names can be a source of knowledge and often carry wisdom not immediately apparent to a current generation; no generation stands alone at the end of history with perfect moral hindsight; - It is a virtue to appreciate the complexity of those lives and historic events that have given shape to the world in which we live; - The presumption against renaming is strongest when a park or facility has been named for someone who made a major contribution to the City, the Province or the Nation. ii. Sometimes renaming on the basis of values is warranted. Three distinct timeframes should be considered: a. The era in which honourific lived and worked; b. The time of a naming decision; c. The present. Page 5 of 10 Each timeframe offers relevant information. Considering the three timeframes noted, consideration should be given to the following: - Does the principal legacy of an individual or organization conflict with the vision and values of the City today? - Human lives are large and contain multitudes, individuals may have both virtues and vices; - Interpretations of principal legacies are subject to change over time and may vary in the eye of the beholder; - Consider the long lasting or enduring impact of an honourific; - Altering the interpretation of a principal legacy associated with an honourific is not done easily; - The principal legacy is only one consideration and should be considered with the other principles for re-naming; - Was the principal legacy significantly considered in the time the honourific lived and was it considered at the time of the naming; Re-naming is more likely to be warranted when there was not an appropriate consideration of principal legacy that was well documented at the time the person lived and the naming was done; - Does a Park or facility whose honourific that has a principal legacy that his deemed to be in conflict with the values of the City play a substantial role in forming the sense of community of the City; If a Park or Facility has a long-standing name that has created bonds and connections among generations of community members, these bonds can be a reason to keep a name; iii. A decision to re-name a park or facility comes with an obligation of non-erasure. - When a name is altered, the City has a responsibility to ensure that the removal does not have the effect of erasing history; - It is incumbent on the City to ensure if a renaming is done that affirmative steps are taken to avoid erasure such as exhibits, installations, plaques, signs and public area or other such creative means considered appropriate by the community and Council.