STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Economic Development
AGENDA DATE: August 14, 2024
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):|910|DEPARTMENT: Department of Planning and Development
EXECUTIVE: Robin Bentley
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SUBJECT
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A public hearing to receive comments and to approve a resolution granting a request to consider the Ceremonial Street Name request for "Dr. W.J. Shackelford" as a street topper on Gallagher Street between Puget Street and Harston Street - NC234-004(CM) - Financing: No cost consideration to the City (see Fiscal information)
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BACKGROUND
On May 15, 2024, the City of Dallas accepted an application for a ceremonial street topper on Gallagher Street between Puget Street and Harston Street.
On July 26, 2024, notification signs were put up on Gallagher Street between Puget Street and Harston Street in accordance with Section 51A-9.503(b) of the Dallas Development Code.
On July 26, 2024, notices were sent to 31 property owners which abut the streets notifying of the proposed hearing of the Ceremonial Street Name request before the City Council on August 14, 2024, in accordance with Section 51A-9.503(b) of the Dallas Development Code. The newspaper notices for August 14, 2024, City Council hearing was published on July 29, 2024.
Reverend Dr. W.J. Shackelford had a long history of community service for more than 10 years. He served as a senior Pastor of New Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church for 36 years. He was the first Moderator of the Unity District Association. He served as a parole advisor. He was Vice President of the West-Dallas Ministerial Alliance. He was a Committeeman to advise the County Commissioner, Roy Orr for District 4 of Dallas County. His involvement in community organizations such as the West Dallas Boys and Girls Club, Boy Scouts of America, and clean-up projects further exemplified his commitment to the well-being of West Dallas residents. Dr. W. J. Shackelford passed away on Octobe...
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