PILLAR: Growing
AGENDA DATE: June 24, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):|910|DEPARTMENT: Department of Planning and Development
PRIORITY: Transportation
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SUBJECT
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A public hearing to receive comments regarding a proposal to change the name of Woodbine Avenue between Morrell Avenue and Renner Road to "Dr. David Henderson Jr. Avenue" and an ordinance granting the name change - STNAME-26-000003 - Financing: New Street blades to be prepared and paid for by the City of Dallas (see Fiscal Information for potential future costs)
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BACKGROUND
On April 22, 2026, the City Manager received a memorandum signed by three City Council members requesting consideration of a street name change application for Woodbine Avenue, between Morrell Avenue and Renner Road, to "Dr. David Henderson Jr. Avenue." The statement of reasons supporting the request is included in the attached memorandum.
On May 4, 2026, notification signs were posted along Woodbine Avenue, between Morrell Avenue and Renner Road, in accordance with Section 51A-9.503(b) of the Dallas Development Code.
On June 6, 2026, notices were mailed to the 20 property owners abutting the street, informing them of the City Council hearing regarding the street name change request, in accordance with Section 51A-9.503(b) of the Dallas Development Code. Notice of the June 24, 2026, City Council hearing was also published in the newspaper on June 6, 2026.
Dr. David Henderson Jr. has been a dedicated pastor, spiritual leader, and community advocate in Dallas for more than five decades. He preached for over 52 years and served as pastor of Greater Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church for 41 years, helping it become a cornerstone of faith, empowerment, and community development in Southern Dallas. Beyond his pastoral work, he has held numerous leadership roles in religious and civic organizations, including the African American Pastor...
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