Street Name Policy:
The Town of Berwick recognizes that there are several factors that should be considered when the need for new street names within the town arises. A referral from the Planning Advisory Committee will be forwarded to the Apple Capital Museum Society requesting the development of a standing list of suitable street names which Council can draw upon when considering the naming of new, or renaming of existing streets, in the Town. Prior to Council making the final name selection as required, the potential street name shall be forwarded to the local police, fire, ambulance and public works agencies to determine any potential logistical or technical problems associated with the name that would impede the completion of their respective duties. In making its recommendation the Society will consider, as a minimum, the criteria listed below. Assessment Criteria
- any historical significance associated with the area;
- names of local areas or landmarks of significance;
-names of families or individuals of importance to the Town of Berwick
-names of former Mayors of the Town of Berwick
-names of former Fire Chiefs of the Town of Berwick former street names;
-any existing pattern in respect to the naming of other streets in the Town; and
-any previous street name requests
The Society will provide supporting history and information to Council regarding the standing list of potential street names. In the case of the development of new roadways within the Town, the selection of street names will be finalized after conveyance of the infrastructure from the developer/owner to the Town of Berwick.
No other place name policies.
Wherever possible, M.D. roads are to be provided a number using the Alberta Township1. Requests for official sanctioning of a road name will be in writing and directed to Council. Names proposed for roadways should be positive in nature, descriptive of an area, in common use and of regional significance or fame. Use of personal names will not be considered unless they meet these criteria.
2. An official road name will not replace the hamlet street and avenue numbering system, or the legal township and range road numbering based on the Alberta Township System, but will complement it only.
3. The Provincial Transportation Department is to be contacted regarding placement of road signs adjacent to Provincial Highways. All road signs will be supplied, purchased, and installed by the M.D. of Big Lakes.
