Council approves honorary naming of South Third Street for Lewis “Peabody” Bradley
Get AI-powered insights, summaries, and transcripts
Sign Up Free
Summary
The council approved an honorary street name designating South Third Street (Old Mulge Ave to Elgin Street) as Lewis Peabody Bradley Drive in recognition of the late community leader and longtime city patrolman.
The council approved an honorary street‑name designation on June 23, 2025, naming South Third Street (Old Mulge Avenue to Elgin Street, in front of the police department) as Lewis Peabody Bradley Drive.
Pastor Dr. Steven Wiley and Lawrence “Larry” Bradley, son of Lewis Bradley, addressed the council. Wiley described Lewis Bradley as a well‑known law enforcement figure and community leader whose family owned local businesses including Bradley’s Grocery and a city cab service. “He was feared and respected by the good guys and the gangsters,” Wiley said, urging the council to honor Bradley’s legacy.
Larry Bradley recounted his father’s community approach and personal interventions — such as providing belts and haircuts to neighborhood children — and thanked the council for considering the honorary designation.
Deputy Mayor Derek Reed moved approval; the motion passed on roll call. Staff clarified the marker is honorary and not a permanent renaming; the agenda had mistakenly referenced “North Third” but the correct street is South Third.