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Council committee tables proposal to dedicate Saratoga/Lawrence corner to Lt. Margaret Shaheen after debate over veterans recognition
Summary
A proposal to dedicate a square honoring Lieutenant Margaret Shaheen drew an extended discussion about how the city recognizes veterans — especially women veterans — and whether individual corner dedications set a precedent. Committee members agreed to table the item to gather more information and consider alternative ways to honor veterans.
A proposal to dedicate the intersection of Saratoga and Lawrence Streets to Lieutenant Margaret Shaheen was presented to the Ordinance Committee on Oct. 14 and resulted in a lengthy discussion about veterans recognition and selection criteria.
Proponents, including members of the local Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter, said Shaheen — a woman who served overseas and…
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