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5. The Parks and Recreation Commission can initiate the naming process <br /> whenever deemed necessary and/or in the best interest of the city. <br /> 6. In the absence of any naming requests,the Parks Recreation and <br /> Commission shall adhere to criteria stated in this policy in <br /> recommendation of name. <br /> B. Renaming of Parks, Recreation Areas and Facilities <br /> Renaming of parks, recreation areas and facilities carries with it a much greater <br /> burden of process compared to initial naming. Tradition and continuity of name and <br /> community identification are important community values. Each application must <br /> meet the criteria in this policy,but meeting all criteria does not ensure renaming. <br /> 1. A request for renaming of a park,recreational area or facility shall be <br /> submitted in writing to the Parks and Recreation Commission,through <br /> the Parks and Recreation Department. <br /> 2. The request shall include the proposed name change, the purpose of the <br /> change, and how the proposed name change is consistent with the <br /> criteria established. When renaming after a person or persons, the <br /> application will describe the contributions to the city. Written <br /> documentation approval by next of kin to be honored (if <br /> available/possible) is required as part of the proposal. City staff will <br /> review the proposal for adherence to the stated criteria and <br /> authentication of statements relative to contributions in the case of an <br /> individual before forwarding to the Parks and Recreation Commission. <br /> If the request is incomplete, staff will contact the applicant,in writing, <br /> and provide them with the opportunity to resubmit a revised request. <br /> 3. The recognized Neighborhood Association will be notified of the <br /> proposal when the Parks and Recreation Department receive a complete <br /> application. <br /> 4. The Parks and Recreation Commission will offer the opportunity for <br /> public input on the proposed naming. A notice requesting a public <br /> meeting for naming of a park,recreation area or facility shall be posted <br /> and published in the city's official newspaper at least 10 days prior to the <br /> meeting. <br /> 5. The Parks and Recreation Commission shall forward their <br /> recommendation to City Council for final decision. <br />