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Riverside council approves ceremonial renaming of Lime Street for Capt. Tim Strack amid public criticism
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The Riverside City Council unanimously approved a ceremonial renaming of a portion of Lime Street to honor Capt. Tim Strack, despite public objections about process and perceived ties between the firefighters union and councilmembers. Supporters said the renaming recognizes Strack’s decades of service.
The Riverside City Council on Jan. 6 unanimously approved a ceremonial renaming of a segment of Lime Street as “Captain Tim Strack Parkway,” a measure proponents said honors the late fire captain’s long service to the city.
Council Member Philip Falcone, who introduced the item, said the renaming does not change mailing addresses and was preceded by outreach to property owners. Falcone urged council to use the ceremonial designation to…
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