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Commission discusses renaming Andy Devine Avenue to Route 66; considers dual signage and public outreach
Summary
The commission reviewed a proposal from the Heritage Preservation Commission to rename Andy Devine Avenue to Route 66 for the 2026 centennial. Commissioners expressed mixed views, raised concerns about local traditions, costs to businesses and emergency services, and suggested dual signage and improved wayfinding instead of a full name change.
Commissioners on the Economic Development Advisory Commission discussed a Heritage Preservation Commission recommendation to rename Andy Devine Avenue as Route 66 in Kingman, a proposal driven by preparations for the Route 66 centennial in 2026 and concern that mapping apps do not always label the historic route.
Planning staff noted the Heritage Preservation Commission had passed a motion supporting renaming Andy Devine Avenue to Route 66 after participation in an interstate Route 66 summit. Staff said visitors and local tourism…
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