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City Council Considers Naming Streets After Local Legends

August 28, 2024 | Defiance City Council , Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio


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City Council Considers Naming Streets After Local Legends
In a recent government meeting, discussions centered around two significant proposals for renaming local thoroughfares. The first proposal involves changing the name of Geneva Boulevard to Thomas E. Keller Boulevard, following a request from the family of the late Thomas E. Keller, founder of Keller Logistics. The company has recently relocated its headquarters to an office complex on Geneva Boulevard. The proposed name change would extend to any future developments along the boulevard, although the council was unable to vote on the motion due to a lack of quorum.

The second proposal addresses the intersection of North Clinton Street and private entry drives leading to local businesses such as Lowe's and Walgreens. Members of the police division highlighted challenges in cataloging incidents at this intersection, which has been reported under various names in police documentation. To improve uniformity in reporting, the mayor has suggested naming the public right-of-way at this intersection as Bob Estell Way, in honor of the late Bob Estell. This designation aims to facilitate better tracking of incidents and enhance safety services, although the adoption of the name by private property owners remains voluntary.

Both proposals reflect ongoing efforts to improve local infrastructure and public safety, though further discussions and votes will be necessary to finalize these changes.

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