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Council discusses naming policy revisions; formally adopts 'Eldredge Cemetery' spelling
Summary
Council reviewed a draft naming policy (debating notice radius, employee eligibility, residency and donor rules) and unanimously approved a resolution codifying the cemetery name as Eldredge Cemetery after historical research by the Sexton's committee.
Councilors and staff discussed a draft naming policy for city assets, debating several policy questions included in the cover sheet: whether some namings should require citywide notice rather than a 500‑foot radius, how to treat donations or deed restrictions, and whether to limit naming for current city employees. Several councilors favored leaving discretion to council and the city manager for larger items; staff agreed to rework the draft and return it on a future consent agenda.
Separately the council considered a resolution to codify the name of the city cemetery on Hillport/Airport Drive as 'Eldredge Cemetery.' Councilors praised the Sexton's committee’s detailed historical research, which documented inscription cards and memorial stones supporting the 'Eldredge' spelling. The council moved and voted unanimously to adopt the spelling as presented.
Staff will return with revised naming‑policy language addressing the council’s requested clarifications.
