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C. Individual, Groups. or Organizations. <br /> The following criteria will be used in evaluating the use of names of persons (whether living or <br /> deceased), groups, and organizations. <br /> 1. General Criteria. Names of persons, groups, or organizations having a longstanding <br /> affiliation with the City of not less than ten (10) or more years of significant community <br /> service, involvement, or contributions beyond the ordinary interest level whose efforts <br /> have: <br /> a. Enhanced the quality of life and well-being of City residents; <br /> b. Contributed to the preservation of the City's history or culture; <br /> c. Made exemplary or meritorious contributions to the City or its residents; or <br /> d. Contributed to the acquisition, development,or conveyance of land,buildings, <br /> structures, or other amenities to the City or community. <br /> 2. Deceased Persons. To be considered for a naming opportunity,the individual must <br /> have been deceased for at least two (2) years. Such individuals may include: <br /> a. Historic persons. <br /> b. National and/or local heroes. Those who have given outstanding service to <br /> mankind or who have worked over and above any ordinary interest level. A resident <br /> of Elk River,who has attained local, state, or national recognition for parks and <br /> recreation work or work in the areas of public safety or public health, as appropriate <br /> to the facility,would be highly acceptable. <br /> 3. Living Persons. Facilities may be named after living persons only after a study has <br /> been completed relative to the individual's background and qualifications pursuant to the <br /> criteria in this policy. <br /> 4. Groups and Organizations. Facilities maybe named after groups or organizations <br /> pursuant to the criteria set forth in this policy. <br /> Procedure: <br /> A. Naming of Parks. Recreation Areas and Facilities <br /> 1. A request for naming of a park, recreation area or facility shall be submitted in writing to <br /> the Parks and Recreation Commission,through the Parks and Recreation Department. <br /> 2. Those submitting a naming request should show how the proposed name is consistent <br /> with the criteria stated in this policy. When naming after a person or persons,the <br /> application will describe the contributions to the City. Written documentation of <br /> approval by next of kin to be honored(if available/possible) is required as part of the <br />