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Supporters ask committee to honor James and Wilhelmina Perkins with street corner naming

City Committee on Naming and Honors (New Haven) · November 14, 2025

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Summary

Speakers recalled James and Wilhelmina Perkins' work running a funeral home and long record of service; the committee moved the Perkins item forward after public testimony and procedural motions.

Members of the public urged the committee to approve a commemorative corner naming for James and Wilhelmina Perkins, citing the couple’s funeral‑home service and longstanding community assistance.

Anthony Dawson and other speakers said the Perkins family ran a business that provided respectful service to grieving families and aided community members in times of need. Witnesses emphasized the Perkins family’s local history and charitable practice.

The committee received the testimony, moved item 3 forward and later adjourned the meeting by voice vote. The transcript does not record final wording of an ordinance or financial details related to signage; the action at the meeting was procedural advancement of the nomination.