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A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING ADA COOPER MILLER LANE AS AN HONORARY STREET NAME AND PROVIDING FOR LOCATION OF A SIGN ON FRANKLIN STREET AT THE INTERSECTION OF AURORA STREET.
Executive Summary: Based on the many civic contributions made by Ada Cooper Miller to the Hudson community throughout her lifetime, along with the fact that she grew up on Franklin Street in the house where she continued to live until just a few months prior to her 100th birthday, several community members have asked City Council Members to consider honoring Ada Cooper Miller this year prior to her 110th birthday by designating Ada Cooper Miller Lane as an honorary street name to be located on Franklin Street at the intersection of Aurora Street.
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Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
Ada Cooper, born in Southampton, England, was just three months old when her family moved to Hudson, Ohio. Ada's family came to Hudson when her father, Harry Cooper, a highly skilled landscape gardener was recruited to work at Evamere, the estate owned by millionaire James W. Ellsworth.
Throughout her lifetime, Ada has been known for her numerous contributions to the Hudson community, including her beautiful floral arrangements she provided for many wonderful occasions, including the annual Hudson Garden Club tour. Additionally, Ada's commitment to public service is evidenced by her 40-years of service to the Hudson Board of Education.
Based on the many civic contributions made by Ada Cooper Miller to the Hudson community throughout her lifetime, along with the fact that she grew up on Franklin Street in the house where she continued to live until just a few months prior to her 100th birthday, several community members have asked City Council Members to consider honoring Ada Cooper Miller this year prior to her 110th birthday by designating Ada Cooper Miller Lane as an honorary street name to be located on Franklin Street at the intersection of Aurora Street.
An example of the honorary street name sign for Ada Cooper Miller is attached.
Timing Considerations
8/27/13 City Council Workshop: Topic discussion.
9/4/13 City Council Meeting: Consideration and approval of Resolution.
9/9/13 (week of) Target installation date for the honorary street name sign.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends City Council Members approve the attached Resolution.
Submitted by,
Anthony J. Bales, City Manager,
Scott N. Schroyer, Asst. City Manager