Stockton SUBJECT: NAMING, CITY FACILITIES, PARKS, PROPERTY NUMBER: 15.02.010
RESPONSIBLE OFFICER:
City Manager EFFECTIVE DATE:
October 10, 2022
POLICY OWNER:
Director of Community Services LAST UPDATED:
October 7, 2008
POLICY CONTACT:
Director of Community Services APPROVED:
Original Signed by City Manager
City Manager Harry Black
POLICY
1) Naming of City facilities, parks and buildings within parks, and other designated properties are subject to approval by the City Council.
2) A list of nominated names for facilities, parks, and properties (the “Master List”) will be established by the City Manager and maintained by the Community Services Department (“Department”).
3) Staff in the Department with responsibility for the facility, park, or property will facilitate the naming process in accordance with 15.02.010.01. Naming must adhere to geographic, topographic, or historical significance generally recognized and known within the City of Stockton or San Joaquin County. In considering naming, staff shall solicit help from historical societies, cultural organizations, or other groups having knowledge of the area.
4) Where there is a desire to name a new facility, park, or property after an individual, group, or entity, the City Council may choose to do so directly, or consider a recommendation from the ad hoc Naming Committee selected by the City Manager in accordance with the procedures outlined in 15.02.010.01.
A) The Naming Committee is responsible for reviewing applications submitted for naming and making recommendations to the City Council. The Naming Committee may not put forward their own recommendation.
B) The Naming Committee may choose not to make a recommendation after reviewing submitted nominations.
5) The following criteria must be considered when nominating and reviewing an application for naming after an individual, group, or other entity:
A) A nominee should have a direct connection to the facility, through providing significant financial support or a significant level of service to the facility to be named. A significant level of service is measured by at least 25 years of dedicated service, a measurable positive impact on the residents of Stockton, or contributions to the community through major development or enhancement of facilities or programs.
B) A nominee should be viewed as a role model in the community as evidenced by support from at least two recognized local community organizations.
C) In the case of individuals, a nominee must have been deceased for at least one year.
6) Names of individuals or groups nominated should not be those which have received significant recognition previously.
7) Naming is an honor that is intended to be permanent. However, in certain circumstances where the historical record reveals new information, or when there is extraordinary community support, renaming of existing City facilities may be considered. Nominations to rename an existing City facility must include a detailed explanation of why renaming is warranted. The nomination for renaming must also adhere to the criteria outlined in section 5 above.
A) Those City facilities, parks, or properties already named shall not be subject to renaming as a result of a financial contribution.
B) Renaming process will follow the same procedures as outlined in 15.02.010.01.
8) Where the naming of a City of Stockton facility, facility component, park, or other City property is later considered to place the City of Stockton in a negative or embarrassing light, the City Council may choose to revoke the honor.
9) General nominations, those nominations that do not specify property to be named, will be accepted at any time. When a new facility, park, or property is identified to be named, there will be a public announcement followed by a nomination period of no less than 60 days for the submission of names for the specific facility, park, or property.
10) All nominations will remain on the Master List for naming future facilities, parks, or properties for three years from the date the nomination was submitted.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Outlining responsibilities including delegation.
RELEVANT AUTHORITY
City Charter Section 1201
RELATED CITY POLICIES
RELATED CITY PROCEDURES
Naming of City Facilities 15.02.010.01
RELATED FORMS, DOCUMENTS, OR LINKS
Application for Naming a City Facility, Park, or Property
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
N/A
UPDATE HISTORY
01/02/1974 – Adopted by Resolution No. 30,999
08/22/1977 – Amended by Resolution No. 34,445
01/02/1985 – Amended by Resolution No. 85-0015 10/10/2000 – Amended by Resolution No. 00-0495
05/07/2002 – Amended by Resolution No. 02-0361
10/07/2008 – Amended by Resolution No. 08-0407
APPLICATION FOR NAMING A CITY FACILITY, PARK, OR PROPERTY
Applicant Information
Name:
Organization:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Nominee Information
What is the name of the person or organization you are nominating?
What facility, park, or property are you proposing for naming?
Location address:
Current location name:
Proposed name:
Please answer the following questions:
1. If the nominee is an individual, has the nominee been deceased for more than one (1) year? If the nominee is not an individual, check “N/A”
YES NO N/A
2. The individual or group being nominated should have a relationship to the facility, park, or property being named. Please indicate the relationship (check all that apply):
Historic Geographic Individual Financial
3. Does the nominee have an existing facility, park, or property already in their name?
YES NO N/A
If yes, please provide the exact location.
On a separate sheet of paper, please attach a response to the following questions. Please limit your response to one-page per question.
4. The nominated individual or group should have a direct connection to the facility to be named, through providing significant financial support or a significant level of service. A significant level of service is measured by at least twenty-five (25) years of dedicated service, a measurable positive impact on the residents of Stockton, or contributions to the community through major development or enhancement of facilities or programs. Please explain how the nominee fulfills these criteria.
5. The nominated individual or group should be viewed as a role model in the community as evidenced their accomplishments and positive impact on the lives of Stockton residents. Please explain how the nominee meets these criteria.
Community Recommendation
To be considered, the nominee must be recommended by at least two community organizations. Organizations and individuals may not nominate themselves. Please attach a signed letter from each organization’s administrative body (Executive Director, Chairman of the Board, etc.) supporting the nomination. The letter should be on organization letterhead and include the name, address, and contact information for the organization.
Submit this application, along with all supporting documentation to recreation@stocktonca.gov. If you have questions about this application, please contact the Community Services Department at 209.937.8206
What Happens Next?
• City staff will review your application to confirm requirements are met.
• Nomination will be forwarded to the City Manager for official inclusion on the list of names to be considered for future naming of a City facility, park, or property.
• City Manager will appoint an ad hoc Naming Committee to review all applications or staff recommendations for naming this location.
• The ad hoc Naming Committee will make a recommendation to the City Council for naming of the location.
• If the City Council approves the recommendation, staff will consult with you to select the appropriate signage material, lettering, and signage location. Staff has final decision-making authority on this matter.
• Any signage costs will be borne by the City.
