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Home My WebLink About02-03-2021 Workshop Meeting (Amended with Disclaimer)CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS City Council Workshop City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue AGENDA February 3, 2021 6:30 P.M. NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD BY WEB CONFERENCE A.CALL TO ORDER: B. ROLL CALL: ANDREWS ___ GUSTAFSON____ LEEHY___ MIAZGA ___ WEHYEE___ STAFF PRESENT: THONGVANH____ C.PRESENTATIONS: D.POLICY ITEMS: 1.Honorary Street Naming of Larpenteur Ave 2.Police Services 3.Conduit Bonding – Harmony Care Facilities 4.City Hall Town Meetings E.INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: F.ADJOURNMENT: *You can view the meeting by clicking the following Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86741209264 DISCLAIMER: City Council Workshops are held monthly as an opportunity for Council Members to discuss policy topics in greater detail prior to a formal meeting where a public hearing may be held and/or action may be taken. Members of the public that would like to make a comment or ask questions about an item on the agenda for an upcoming workshop should send them to mail@falconheights.org prior to the meeting. Alternatively, time is regularly allotted for public comment during Regular City Council Meetings (typically 2nd and 4th Wednesdays) during the Community Forum. BLANK PAGE REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Honorary Renaming of Larpenteur Ave Description At the December 16, 2020 City Council Workshop, Council Member Leehy with the support of Mayor Gustafson presented the concept of providing an honorary naming of Larpenteur Ave to Philando Castile Memorial Avenue. The City Council directed staff to conduct a short survey to see if community members would support the concept of providing an honorary naming of Larpenteur Ave to Philando Castile Memorial Avenue. The signage would be posted from Fulham Street to Fry Street. Budget Impact This has not been determined. Attachment(s) •RCA from December 16, 2020 Action(s) Requested Meeting Date February 3, 2021 Agenda Item Policy D1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator Honorary Naming of Larpentuer Avenue Philando Castile Memorial Avenue Survey Results* February 3, 2021 *Disclaimer: The intent of the survey is to provide general data, and in no way claiming to be statistically significant or scientifically sound. Question #1: Do you support the honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue from Fulham Street to Fry Street in Falcon Heights as ‘Philando Castile Memorial Avenue?” Answer Choices Response % Response # Yes 60.3 % 1,158 No 39.7 % 761 TOTAL 1,919 The first question in this series asked to the total 1919 respondents if they supported the honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue from Fulham Street to Fry Street in Falcon Heights as “Philando Castile Memorial Avenue”? Over 60% reported Yes and under 40% reported No. Question #2: Please tell us why you are in support of the honorary naming The City received 942 qualitative responses in support of the honorary naming of Larpentuer Avenue. Question #3: Please tell us why you are not in support of the honorary naming of Larpentuer Avenue The City received 953 qualitative responses no in support of the honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue. 39.7% 60.3% 0.0%10.0%20.0%30.0%40.0%50.0%60.0%70.0% No Yes Question #4: Select the box that best describes your age Answer Choices Response % Response # Under 18 .5 % 8 18-24 5.8 % 100 25-34 19.9 % 343 35-44 23.6 % 406 45-54 17.8 % 307 55-64 15.9 % 274 65+ 16.4 % 283 TOTAL 1,721 The results show that the majority of survey respondents were from the ages of 25 to 54 accounting for 61.3%. 16.4% 15.9% 17.8% 23.6% 19.9% 5.8% 0.5% 0.0%5.0%10.0%15.0%20.0%25.0% 65+ 55-64 45-54 35-44 25-34 18-24 Under 18 Question 5: Select the box that best describes your gender Answer Choices Response % Response # Female 60.5 % 1,039 Male 31.5 % 541 Transgender Female 0.8 % 14 Transgender Male 0.6 % 11 Gender Variant/Non-conforming 4.9 % 84 Other (please specify) 1.57 % 27 TOTAL 1,716 1.6% 4.9% 0.6% 0.8% 31.5% 60.6% 0.0%10.0%20.0%30.0%40.0%50.0%60.0%70.0% Other (please specify) Gender Variant/Non-conforming Transgender Male Transgender Female Male Female Question 6: Are you a resident of Falcon Heights? Answer Choices Response % Response # Yes 48.0 % 842 No 52.0 % 911 TOTAL 1,753* *166 (8.7%) Skipped this question 52.0% 48.0% 46.0%47.0%48.0%49.0%50.0%51.0%52.0%53.0% No Yes Question 7: How many years have you lived in Falcon Heights? Answer Choices Response % Response # Less than 1 year 8.5 % 69 1-5 years 28.2 % 228 6-10 years 19.4 % 157 11-15 years 9.3 % 75 16 years 34.5 % 279 TOTAL 808 34.5% 9.3% 19.4% 28.2% 8.5% 0.0%5.0%10.0%15.0%20.0%25.0%30.0%35.0%40.0% 16+ 11 - 15 years 6-10 years 1-5 years Less than 1 year Question 8: Using the map below for reference, please select the quadrant in which you reside Answer Choices Response % Response # Quadrant 1 (Southeast) 21.0 % 166 Quadrant 2 (Northeast) 24.5 % 194 Quadrant 3 (Northwest) 25.0 % 198 Quadrant 4 (Southwest) 29.6 % 234 TOTAL 792 29.6% 25.0% 24.5% 21.0% 0.0%5.0%10.0%15.0%20.0%25.0%30.0%35.0% Quadrant 4 (Southwest of Snelling & Larpenteur) Quadrant 3 (Northwest of Snelling &Larpenteur) Quadrant 2 (Northeast of Snelling & Larpenteur) Quadrant 1 (Southeast of Snelling &Larpenteur) Data Analysis Comparison 1: Resident vs Non-Resident Question 1: Do you support the honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue from Fulham Street to Fry Street in Falcon Heights as ‘Philando Castile Memorial Avenue?” Answer Choices Resident Non-Resident Yes 464 591 No 378 320 TOTAL 842 911 Resident Non-Resident Yes 55.1%64.9% No 44.9%35.1% 55.1% 64.9% 44.9% 35.1% 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% 70.0% Yes No Comparison 2: What quadrant respondents reside that support or do not support the honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue to Philando Castile Memorial Avenue? Quadrant by Quadrant Quadrant 1 Quadrant 2 Quadrant 3 Quadrant 4 TOTAL Support 101 104 99 137 441 Do Not Support 65 90 99 97 351 TOTAL 166 194 198 234 792 60.8% 53.6%50.0% 58.5% 39.2% 46.4%50.0% 41.5% 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% 70.0% Quadrant 1(Southeast)Quadrant 2(Northeast)Quadrant 3(Northwest)Quadrant 4(Southwest) Support Do Not Support Comparison 3: What quadrant respondents reside that support or do not support the honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue to Philando Castile Memorial Avenue? Quadrant by Total Quadrant 1 Quadrant 2 Quadrant 3 Quadrant 4 TOTAL Support 101 104 99 137 441 Do Not Support 65 90 99 97 351 TOTAL 166 194 198 234 792 22.9%23.6%22.5% 31.1% 18.5% 25.6% 28.2%27.6% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% Quadrant 1(Southeast)Quadrant 2(Northeast)Quadrant 3(Northwest)Quadrant 4(Southwest) Support Do Not Support BLANK PAGE Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 1 / 39 Q2 Please tell us why you are in support of the honorary naming. Answered: 942 Skipped: 977 Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 2 / 39 #RESPONSES DATE 1 This is the least we can do 1/27/2021 9:23 PM 2 This case is historic, thank God for video footage! HIS LIFE MATTERS 1/27/2021 9:09 PM 3 Justice wasn't served 1/27/2021 9:06 PM 4 A good hearted young man that should still be serving his community.1/27/2021 5:12 PM 5 I believe it would be a lasting way to remember Philando. It would serve as a reminder to all that we need to fight for justice. 1/27/2021 3:39 PM 6 The murder of Philando is unjust and wrong. May changes like this be our daily reminder that we need to keep pushing for deep, systemic racial and social change to ensure this never happens again. May this be our reminder to push for even bolder change for black liberation, racial equity, defunding the police so that our community is safe and sound by systems built and sustained directly by the community. 1/27/2021 2:55 PM 7 Because it is a reminder for us to hold people accountable for adverse actions taken on human life. Often times we want people to be honored for perfection. But in the case of Mr. Castile, it wouldn't have mattered. His life was taken in a way thats changed the lives of many in the community. Makes you wonder if being the perfect model citizen really is enough to be considered good enough to live in the eyes of people who are sworn to serve in protect. 1/27/2021 1:49 PM 8 Its terrible what happened to him and he did good in the community. What happened needs to be remembered so it happens less. Hopefully one day it doesn't happen at all. 1/27/2021 1:06 PM 9 Philando deserves justice and a memorial dedicated to the great person he was in the community! 1/27/2021 7:34 AM 10 Black lives matter ❤ 1/27/2021 7:11 AM 11 Philando lost his life on that street and received no justice . That’s the least the city can do to honor him. 1/27/2021 7:11 AM 12 Justice 1/27/2021 7:10 AM 13 I knew of him and he was a nice and humble man. Tragic he was not honored in the justice system. 1/27/2021 7:10 AM 14 What happened to him was wrong. A street named in Castile's honor will remind law enforcement to think before shooting - I hope. It's the right thing to do. 1/27/2021 7:10 AM 15 He acted positively for others and deserves the same from us 1/27/2021 7:09 AM 16 His death was a tragedy that never should have happened and it was caused by a government paid employee who is supposed to protect and serve. The least that can be done is he have a street named after him and he is always remembered. This is not something that should be forgotten. 1/27/2021 6:10 AM 17 It's the right thing 1/27/2021 6:08 AM 18 He loved his community. He was respectful towards the officer. The officer didnt follow protocol 1/27/2021 5:14 AM 19 To remember the tragedy and educate about biases 1/27/2021 4:38 AM 20 Philando's murder shocked the world awake to the brutal and racist policing practices in our country and in our state. Lest we forget that this right-turn lane--on this avenue that welcomes millions of Minnesotans yearly to our State Fair celebrations--was the site of Philado's ritual killing, we must erect a memorial and rename this stretch of road. Think of it as our "right turn". 1/26/2021 6:02 PM 21 I support the honorary name change of Larpenteur Ave to honor the life of Philando Castille.1/25/2021 11:41 AM 22 I support the honorary name change of Larpenteur Ave to honor the life of Philando Castille.1/25/2021 11:40 AM 23 It's the least we can do.1/23/2021 9:06 PM 24 We owe it to all Black community members to keep Philando’s name on our tongues, that we might commit ourselves to being better allies and a safer neighborhood. 1/23/2021 5:32 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 3 / 39 25 To honor Philando -- and acknowledge the senseless tragedy which occurred on Larpenteur in Falcon Heights. 1/23/2021 1:49 PM 26 It honors the loss that his family and the community felt. He died very young. It was a tragedy that could have been avoided. 1/23/2021 8:42 AM 27 Philandro should be remembered and his killing is something Falcon Heights should never forget. If we are to achieve true change we need to acknowledge the city’s mistakes and honor those that lead us toward a more inclusive path. 1/23/2021 8:31 AM 28 We can never forget that this tragedy happened right here in our city.1/22/2021 5:23 PM 29 History should be remembered 1/22/2021 5:20 PM 30 We were all diminished by the young man's death, and this is a way to show he mattered.1/22/2021 4:23 PM 31 Philando Castile was a person. He deserves to be remembered. Our community and our nation needs to be reminded of how far we have to go to achieve racial equality. 1/20/2021 9:45 PM 32 Because Castille was killed unjustly, and on “our” watch. Though he may not have been a model citizen, by all measures he was a good person, a loving family member and a kind man. He should not have died. An honorary and official renaming would support that fact. 1/20/2021 3:16 PM 33 he needs memorialization 1/20/2021 11:01 AM 34 Because Philando deserves honor and respect—he was a loved, valued and important community member. He needs to be honored. 1/20/2021 7:52 AM 35 The city of falcon heights where he resided failed him as a resident of their city by not conducting a deeper investigation into the officers they were utilizing to police their community and in turn cost this man his life. Its the least they could do. 1/19/2021 8:18 PM 36 Seems like the least we can do to memorialize this much-loved community member who was unjustly cut down in his prime. 1/19/2021 7:14 PM 37 It is a way to honor a black man who was wrongfully killed.1/19/2021 5:31 PM 38 I carefully read, again, the full story of the shooting and concluded that it was unjustified and the act was embedded in the racial injustice attitude commonly and thoughtlessly being applied as acceptable behavior. The honorary naming may help to keep the issue of social injustice up front long enough to remind those who read it that reform is not only humanly possible but essential for the health of our society. The act happened in Falcon Heights and a thoughtful and meaningful response from Falcon Heights is required. 1/19/2021 1:25 PM 39 A way to promote racial justice and some healing from his death 1/19/2021 10:05 AM 40 lest we forget 1/19/2021 9:37 AM 41 An innocent man was killed violently and with no justifiable reason at all. He was only driving while black and we need to give honor to his name and legacy in the very area he tragically lost his young loving life 1/18/2021 10:40 PM 42 He is a part of Falcon Heights history. After his death, so much of his good works have been revealed and people continue those good works in his names. It is the very least the community can do for him, his family and his legacy. 1/18/2021 7:19 PM 43 Black lives matter and i feel his life was taken without out merit and would be great to leave a legacy in his name. 1/18/2021 6:26 PM 44 Because he was wrongfully killed and we need to recognize this 1/18/2021 2:16 PM 45 So we don’t forget!1/18/2021 1:48 PM 46 To serve as a reminder to all who pass through and live here.1/18/2021 9:41 AM 47 I live on Fry St and I see the memorial every day.1/18/2021 9:12 AM 48 He deserved to Honored in the correct way and he deserves to forever be remembered 1/18/2021 2:07 AM 49 To memorialize a life well lived and a death at the hands of police that should not have happened. 1/17/2021 4:05 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 4 / 39 50 This man worked quietly making a difference in his community. His life was taken because he “fit the profile” despite being open and honest with the officer about his conceal and carry and complying with the request for his ID. Let’s not sweep his memory under the rug, but instead acknowledge and honor a desire to change and do better. 1/17/2021 2:33 PM 51 It's a reminder of that awful loss of life that shouldn't have happened.1/17/2021 1:30 PM 52 To honor the life of Philando and remind us that we still have work to do to address racism.1/17/2021 10:58 AM 53 It is a small way to honor the memory of a black man whose life was ended by a police officer and a reminder to the community and all who travel through the area. May we never forget and may we work together to end the systems that led to Philando’s killing. 1/17/2021 8:36 AM 54 Philando Castille should still be alive today. The Least that can be done is to name a portion of street in his memory. May we never forget this kind man who served people humbly and with joy. 1/17/2021 8:02 AM 55 As long as it is a small portion of the street and honorary only. that might allow the temporary markers to be removed 1/16/2021 11:47 PM 56 The death of Philando Castile was a tragic, community-changing event that should be remembered and honored so that others will know what happened for years to come. 1/16/2021 6:11 PM 57 I honor his memory and mourn his unnecessary death. It’s important for me to think of him as my nephew - like any loved young adult serving his community. I want him kept in our minds, so that we will work to undo the systemic and unconscious racism that allowed his being profiled and shot. I want people to ask “why is this street named for Philando Castile?” So that he will thus be remembered and his story told. 1/16/2021 5:54 PM 58 I think this act will serve as a reminder of a terrible act and in that way, this serves as a memorial to his death. 1/16/2021 4:38 PM 59 It is important to “say their names”1/16/2021 4:07 PM 60 This is a positive way of remembering the tragedy and acknowledging it happened in our community. 1/16/2021 3:37 PM 61 He deserves to be recognized and this is one way of doing that. It also helps shine a light on what happened. The murder of philando Castile shall never be forgotten. 1/16/2021 3:35 PM 62 Philando Castile was an honorable man who cared about his community. His life was wrongfully taken from this world and we should always remember that. We should not become comfortable with police violence. This is one small way to keep his name alive and ensure no one forgets the tragedy that occurred on Larpenter. 1/16/2021 2:34 PM 63 Honestly, when I have to write about it, I don't think it's the best idea. It's not going to save one more life. I think more would be accomplished by a program that supports training for youth on how to respond to police. Police are humans, imperfect like all of us, trained to keep themselves and others safe. They are carrying loaded guns that can save us or kill us. I think an small assessment on our water or tax statement that supports short courses in Philando's honor would better serve the future. 1/16/2021 2:30 PM 64 It's a local tragedy that needs to be remembered - collective memory. A little park carved out of the memorial site off the Fair Grounds would however be the best option, perhaps even with a dedicated temporary parking turn out for visitation. 1/16/2021 1:27 PM 65 I think that having some public, official commemoration of this man's life is important.1/16/2021 1:23 PM 66 Philando was a beautiful and generous person whose life should not have been cut short the way it was. He and his life deserve to be honored. 1/16/2021 1:16 PM 67 We need to honor Philando's life and not forgot about his tragic death.1/16/2021 1:15 PM 68 So that we always remember what can happen if we become complacent. We took policing for granted, not collecting data or taking other actions to maintain fair and effective policing. The result was the brutal killing of an innocent black man. 1/16/2021 12:57 PM 69 The killing of Philando Castile made millions more aware of the dangers facing dark-skinned people who are moving through their days in normal activities. This heightened awareness benefits all of us. 1/16/2021 12:01 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 5 / 39 70 The killing of Philando Castile right here in Falcon Heights was a transformational event that triggered a lot of reckoning for us who live here. Honorary naming of this stretch of Larpenteur Avenue is a tribute to a man who has touched many, during his lifetime and after his death. 1/16/2021 11:08 AM 71 What happened to Mr. Castille has global significance and the symbolic renaming of the street would be a strong (overdue) symbol of the steps toward healing that we ALL need. 1/16/2021 11:02 AM 72 It is important to remember Philando Castile as a Black man whose life was unjustly ended, to remember the circumstances of his death and to remind those who travel through that if it can happen here, it can happen anywhere. 1/16/2021 10:56 AM 73 Minnesota tends to forget and it’s a reminder that fear shouldn’t keep us from being neighbors.1/16/2021 9:50 AM 74 A great injustice was done when Philando was murdered. Those who don't know their history are doomed to repeat it. This is one small thing that can be done to help educate future generations and remind current ones to work toward a more just society. 1/16/2021 8:19 AM 75 He was a good man who was beloved of n his community. He was murdered because he was black. He will forever be a reminder of injustice. 1/16/2021 1:32 AM 76 To remember someone from our community who did good work and whose life ended far too early and due to injustice. 1/16/2021 12:02 AM 77 My family owned property on Larpentuer from 1945 (or so) until 2020. Our family members went to FH elementary in 1950 and 2000-2012. Honor history and Mr Castile and his life and family by doing the easy thing and naming the avenue honorarily. Deepen the value of human kind, Mr Castile and the city of Falcon Heights. Mr Castile and the community deserve it. 1/15/2021 9:58 PM 78 It's a nice way to permanently remember Mr. Castile.1/15/2021 8:38 PM 79 He made a significant difference in his community and he deserves to be remembered.1/15/2021 7:34 PM 80 I think all the white and non-black ppl in MN really do need to remember his name. Although simply changing a street name isn’t nearly enough, it’s something I guess 1/15/2021 6:03 PM 81 We must remember the name Philando Castile and family friends need to have a place to mourn. For future generations, this must serve as a reminder of these historical and hard times that our country hopefully progressed through where we came out on the other side with public safety officers providing the same reactions to all citizens. 1/15/2021 5:18 PM 82 Actions speak louder than words. If we say that black lives matter, then let's be sure our actions reflect that. 1/15/2021 5:14 PM 83 Mr. Phil was a wonderful member of our community, beloved by the children he cooked and cared for in the St. Paul school system. 1/15/2021 4:38 PM 84 We must not let his death fade in our memories. Out of a tragic event came serious self- reflection and a quest for understanding. We must continue and we must keep his memory alive. 1/15/2021 4:17 PM 85 He needs to be remembered.1/15/2021 3:55 PM 86 I support this change because Philando Castile should be publicly remembered for a long time. He represents more than a name. He represents a history of oppression and injustice toward men of color in MN. 1/15/2021 2:39 PM 87 Mr. Castile served students from St. Paul. Falcon Heights (through open enrollment at Chelsea), and Roseville. He lived a consequential life and though cut shot, we should remember two things: that he cared for all his children at school regardless of ethnicity or economic background and that turning away from racism allows it to continue. 1/15/2021 1:15 PM 88 In a small way, showing his loved ones that his memory is honored.1/15/2021 1:14 PM 89 it is important to remember and honor those who unjustly lost their life in our community 1/15/2021 11:57 AM 90 I would like to see the entire stretch of Larpenteur through the city limits so named.1/15/2021 11:28 AM 91 Philando was an amazing man. His life, which was unjustly taken, should be honored as should the movement for justice that followed his murder. Let's remember the fallen and let the street name inspire people to work for a better world. 1/15/2021 10:52 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 6 / 39 92 Say their names!1/15/2021 10:20 AM 93 This is a clear signal that the leadership in Falcon Heights is committed to greater equity and inclusion and healing a direct trauma to our community. Put simply, it is just the right thing to do. 1/15/2021 10:14 AM 94 Any way we can extend our hearts to the African American community, we should do. Remember, his mother used the money she was given for his murder to pay for lunches that student's in the school where he worked could not pay. In other words, we in Falcon Heights, can help to play it forward also. 1/15/2021 9:41 AM 95 We should always remember Philando Castile and our responsibility in what happened to him.1/15/2021 9:05 AM 96 To honor this man and to call attention to police brutality 1/15/2021 8:57 AM 97 His story deserves to be remembered 1/15/2021 8:49 AM 98 It’s the least we can do considering the amount of violence and racism POC experience here.1/15/2021 8:29 AM 99 I think Philando's impact on the community should be recognized.1/15/2021 7:57 AM 100 Philando Castile Way 1/15/2021 6:05 AM 101 The city owes it to him & his family. This is the very least that could/should be done smh 1/15/2021 12:56 AM 102 A good man died too young at the hands of a cowardly racist cop and we need to remember.1/15/2021 12:21 AM 103 He was a young man who lived his life giving back to his community.1/14/2021 11:47 PM 104 I want our community to honor Philando’s memory and to help ensure that he won’ be forgotten. 1/14/2021 10:18 PM 105 He was foundational to the community and taken far too early from this Earth. He helped so many and his criminal death left a vacuum in terms of the hundreds of kids he supported through his selfish efforts. Naming a portion of the street he was murdered on after him is the least the County could do. 1/14/2021 10:17 PM 106 Black Lives Matter 1/14/2021 10:00 PM 107 Important to remember what happened that day - he did not deserve to die 1/14/2021 9:43 PM 108 We need to learn our history so we don't repeat it.1/14/2021 8:44 PM 109 So we won't forget.1/14/2021 8:31 PM 110 His death was a tragedy that held important lessons for us all, keeping his name alive will help to keep the work that needs to be done present and foremost in people's minds. 1/14/2021 8:29 PM 111 To honor Philando and ensure that he is remembered in our community 1/14/2021 8:28 PM 112 F.C.'s story is not a new or unique one. We need to find ways to keep these events visible and to integrate them into our lives. Calls for 'this is not who we are' are false, we have always been this way, let's pullback the curtain and remember all that is our history. 1/14/2021 7:53 PM 113 His death was a tragedy that has changed our community forever. It may be one of the most pivotal events in the history of Falcon Heights in how it caused us to think differently about who we are and who we want to be. Naming the street for him would be another way of showing we will not forget him and will not walk away from what we have committed. 1/14/2021 7:15 PM 114 May his memory be a blessing and a catalyst for change 1/14/2021 7:13 PM 115 Supports healing 1/14/2021 7:06 PM 116 Bonding for the community. Honor him for future generations.1/14/2021 6:57 PM 117 It is important that his death at the hands of a police officer not be forgotten especially until racial profiling is eliminated. 1/14/2021 6:56 PM 118 Say his name!1/14/2021 6:46 PM 119 To honor Philando's memory 1/14/2021 6:28 PM 120 As a St Paul Public Schools teacher, I see students daily who remember Mr. Phil. They know 1/14/2021 6:28 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 7 / 39 what happened to him was a sign of the systemic racism in our country. And yet our city failed to give him justice. The very least we can do is give him and his family this small acknowledgement. 121 So we can honor Philando's memory and don't forget what happened to him.1/14/2021 6:13 PM 122 I think it would be a respectful way to honor his memory. I drive past that spot regularly and reflect on his los every time I pass that spot, I am very much in favor of honoring him in this way. 1/14/2021 6:08 PM 123 I believe that it helps tell the story about why we need systemic reform within our criminal justice system and support community healing. 1/14/2021 5:11 PM 124 He was a man who impacted the lives of the young people in the school where he worked, and his death helped fuel a change of awareness that will impact many more. 1/14/2021 4:06 PM 125 I live about 10 blocks from the location where he was killed. I travelled this section of road every day for work for over 10 years. As a white man, I was never pulled over for anything. I want to honor and be reminded of how it was not so for Philando. We should remember. 1/14/2021 4:03 PM 126 Philando Castile was murdered in cold blood as part of a pandemic of black men being killed by police. A memorial is one small way for our society to recognize this wrong and to reflect on how we can, and must, do better in the future. 1/14/2021 3:53 PM 127 To honor a man who cared for his community, and to give future generations something to think about when they see his name. 1/14/2021 3:45 PM 128 I live nearby and drive past the memorial site frequently. At least once a week. And I don’t want the events of that day and the lack of justice that followed to be forgotten. 1/14/2021 12:20 PM 129 I used to live right down the street, and his passing did and should continue to affect that neighborhood and the city at large. He should be remembered for being a good man shot for a bad reason. 1/14/2021 11:59 AM 130 He needs to be remembered 1/14/2021 11:36 AM 131 This young man’s tragic death should not be forgotten and is an important part of the Black Lives Matter civil rights movement for justice and equality. 1/14/2021 11:11 AM 132 It would be an appropriate memorial to Philando Castile and a daily reminder of his tragic death. 1/14/2021 10:48 AM 133 We all remember Philando when we drive on that portion of Larpenteur and it makes sense to honor his memory by changing the name. 1/14/2021 10:43 AM 134 Philando’s life and many hundreds of others Black lives, have been taken in order for our community to wake up to the national crisis that is racism. He gave his life for this lesson to be learned. 1/14/2021 10:24 AM 135 I live in Falcon Heights and was appalled by the killing of Mr. Castile. I attended community meetings in the aftermath to find out how this had happened and how we could prevent it from happening again. The honorary naming will keep his name and what happened to him in the public eye. 1/14/2021 10:18 AM 136 He deserves to be remembered.1/14/2021 9:26 AM 137 It would be a small step to acknowledge the loss of Mr. Castile. It would be a good reminder of what happened so we can work so it will not happen again. 1/14/2021 8:58 AM 138 Black Lives Matter! Also because naming the street after him will help to promote social justice while honoring a good man from our community who was wrongly murdered. 1/14/2021 8:38 AM 139 Because the issue of black men killed by police needs to be kept in people's minds.1/14/2021 8:30 AM 140 Because Phillandro deserves to be remembered and memorialized as a good, giving man as opposed to know only for the way he died 1/14/2021 8:21 AM 141 Its important to remember our history and not learn one time, but over and over again that our society improves with everyday decisions we make. Re-naming will keep this horrific event and the failures in our systemic process in clear view. It'll remind us daily to appreciate our community members and make choices to support each other. 1/14/2021 7:56 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 8 / 39 142 I support remembering Castillo’s life, contributions to his community, and his unjust death. It’s a reminder that the effort for racial justice must continue. 1/14/2021 7:47 AM 143 We need to remember what happened to him. It’s a dark moment in our city’s history but we cant forget it 1/14/2021 7:37 AM 144 It let's the community and visitors know we need to remember him and how he died.1/14/2021 7:21 AM 145 So we don't forget the injustice that was done the day to Philando. To honor his legacy of racial change for the Twin Cities. 1/14/2021 6:53 AM 146 this racial profiling tragic loss of an honorable young life is essential history that must be passed on to current and future generations. It is immensely sad and immensely important to do this 1/14/2021 5:09 AM 147 People need to remember to continue to seek correction of the injustice of cops against innocent civilians. This will help people keep that fact fresh in their minds. 1/14/2021 12:23 AM 148 As part of this era of calls for racial justice, having a well traveled road named to the most famous incident to happen there will help preserve this memory for the future in hopes that events like this will not happen again. 1/14/2021 12:21 AM 149 We should remember and honor this good man who gave so much of himself to the children at the school where he worked. 1/14/2021 12:19 AM 150 Because we need something in our community to believe in.1/14/2021 12:16 AM 151 To honor this poor man who was brutally murdered by police 1/14/2021 12:04 AM 152 Because it represents our time in society relevant to honoring those who died at the hands of injustice, in the hands of the police. 1/13/2021 11:29 PM 153 I believe it honors his memory and supports our conviction that his life mattered and was taken unnecessarily. Also, that area of the avenue will remind people in the future of what happened and our commitment to never let that happen again. 1/13/2021 11:00 PM 154 For his memory. Not only for how he died, but also for how he lived - his work for students. And those students and others should see how the city honors him. And, a generation from now, when his name may not be as well known, people may look up the name and be reminded of this this in our history. 1/13/2021 10:39 PM 155 I think it’s important to keep a landmark reminder of Minnesota’s history 1/13/2021 10:33 PM 156 To remember Philando.1/13/2021 9:26 PM 157 This amazing individual was shamefully murdered by the police on this section of our street. I think the MINIMUM we would do is rename this little part of a road. 1/13/2021 9:25 PM 158 Doesn't do justice for what happened to him but, its the least we can do to not forget and remind ourselves to always be striving towards change and improvement. 1/13/2021 8:19 PM 159 He did good things for kids and was murdered.1/13/2021 8:09 PM 160 It is important for us neighbors and our community to remember him and what happened, and for others to see that we honor his memory and learn why. 1/13/2021 7:34 PM 161 He was wrongly killed!1/13/2021 7:27 PM 162 The right thing to do.1/13/2021 7:27 PM 163 It's important to remember and honor what happened in hopes that future generations learn and do not repeat the same mistakes. That the organization bearing his name is the one making the request also shows that it could provide some healing to those who were most affected by his murder. It seems the least the city could do. 1/13/2021 6:06 PM 164 no 1/13/2021 5:16 PM 165 The least we can do since we have not seen adequate justice for his murder 1/13/2021 5:12 PM 166 In memoriam of someone whose life was needlessly taken away 1/13/2021 4:57 PM 167 BLM 1/13/2021 4:28 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 9 / 39 168 To remember that he was killed due to racism 1/13/2021 4:25 PM 169 It is important that we remember Philando’s commitment to the children he fed every day.1/13/2021 3:35 PM 170 Because it represents an event that has impacted our entire world.1/13/2021 2:22 PM 171 To have his story remembered 1/13/2021 2:07 PM 172 He should be honored for being slaughtered by a chicken ---- unqualified cop. The second he heard "gun" he panicked and buried five bullets into Philando who didn't deserve to die. 1/13/2021 1:47 PM 173 He fate should be remembered.1/13/2021 1:17 PM 174 Because the cop never even saw jail. This is the least the city can do, he deserves this at the very least. His family does. 1/13/2021 1:08 PM 175 We must not let history rewrite Philando's death as insignificant- he was valued and adored in our community. We must show that we do not stand for acts of racially motivated murder. 1/13/2021 12:25 PM 176 Keeping Mr. Castille in everyone's mind whenever they drive by.1/13/2021 11:52 AM 177 Philando was a good man who was recklessly killed by a police officer. That injustice must never be forgotten. 1/13/2021 11:02 AM 178 Because it's the right thing to do.1/13/2021 10:25 AM 179 Supporting BLM!1/13/2021 10:15 AM 180 He deserves to have a legacy in Minnesota for bringing awareness to police brutality 1/13/2021 10:03 AM 181 Memory 1/13/2021 9:05 AM 182 He deserves to be remembered 1/13/2021 9:04 AM 183 It will serve as a sign of remembrance, that what happened there is unforgotten, and that there is a community that stands behind this idea. 1/13/2021 9:04 AM 184 Philando needs to be remembered as a kind loving person. What was done to him was horrible.1/13/2021 7:57 AM 185 We need to honor him and bring attention to his story and this issue.1/13/2021 7:52 AM 186 My kids knew Philando when he worked at their school. I would love to honor his life in this way. 1/13/2021 6:28 AM 187 We need to pay respect to this man who lost his life in front of his woman and children for being black while legally carrying.. 1/13/2021 5:04 AM 188 As a humanitarian whose life was unjustifiably taken there, it would honor his memory and honor those who live with the pain of his passing to dedicate that section of Larpenteur Ave in his name. 1/13/2021 3:19 AM 189 Because he was needlessly murdered!1/13/2021 12:38 AM 190 Supporting the cause 1/13/2021 12:31 AM 191 This can be a step for healing in the Castile family, St Paul communities, and broader communities after the brutal killing of Philando Castile. It recognizes that his life and memory is in the consciousness of our city. 1/13/2021 12:22 AM 192 A terribly small gesture, but all must be taken.1/12/2021 11:19 PM 193 Philando was a good man, guilty of nothing. His death was a tragedy and he has been remembered with love by everyone at the J. J. Hill Montessori Magnet School, where he worked. Articles at the time of his death said that he had memorized the names of all of the kids at the school. The renaming would help everyone remember his name. 1/12/2021 10:42 PM 194 He should be remembered. He was murdered by police and we should never forget his name and who he was. 1/12/2021 10:38 PM 195 Honoring a humanitarian 1/12/2021 9:59 PM 196 Justice for Philando 1/12/2021 9:53 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 10 / 39 197 We need to keep people of unjust killings by police alive. I lived less a mile away on Larpenteur at this time I am just shocked that this predatory behavior persists. 1/12/2021 9:08 PM 198 It's the right thing to do and his name should not be forgotten 1/12/2021 9:02 PM 199 To remember the tragedy that occurred and keep it more relevant in our community in the future 1/12/2021 8:35 PM 200 Phil was a colleague and is missed daily 1/12/2021 8:17 PM 201 Naming the street after Philando would ensure that we will continue to say his name and remember him long into the future. 1/12/2021 8:04 PM 202 The naming will help memorialize Mr. Castile as a human and citizen and will help ensure the injustice of his killing will be remembered throughout the years. 1/12/2021 7:33 PM 203 The officer who wrongfully shot and killed Castile never received jail time. I had the opportunity to attend a socially distanced rally this year for Philando and a name change would really help show the community is dedicated to remembering him. 1/12/2021 7:05 PM 204 I grew up about half a mile from where Philando Castile was killed and was living there at the time when it happened. I think it is important to acknowledge and remember what happened, and it also sounds like he was a person who was important to the community and should be remembered and memorialized. 1/12/2021 6:44 PM 205 Because what happened to Phil should never be forgotten 1/12/2021 5:52 PM 206 He was an honored member of our community.1/12/2021 5:12 PM 207 Because Philando Castile is a name I want our area to know and honor.1/12/2021 4:34 PM 208 Because we cannot forget or be silence in the face of justice. Silence = violence.1/12/2021 4:09 PM 209 It’s a wonderful idea 1/12/2021 4:04 PM 210 Philandro Castile's mother has established a foundation and has donated money to wipe out student lunch debt. I think this outreach is heroic and a wonderful way to honor her son. I am very supportive of the Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue. 1/12/2021 3:49 PM 211 I support the honorary naming so that the life and death of Philando Castile is not forgotten. It will be an important reminder to all of us of the dangers of implicit bias in policing. 1/12/2021 2:27 PM 212 Because Philando deserves to be remembered. His life was ended too early and I believe this would help the community continue celebrating his life. 1/12/2021 2:25 PM 213 It is an opportunity to shed light on the racial disparities in the country and Minnesota. It also honors the life of Mr. Phil who was unjustly killed. 1/12/2021 2:20 PM 214 To honor him in peace, love, understanding that justice will be served for others like him as they all Rest In Peace and their families grieving will become lighter by the day. #Gone too soon 1/12/2021 2:18 PM 215 Because he should be here today they killed for being black 1/12/2021 1:52 PM 216 It seems right to honor the person whose life was stripped away.1/12/2021 1:49 PM 217 In recognition of an innocent life lost.1/12/2021 1:26 PM 218 Because Philando was a member of our community who served many of our children lunch everyday, and he was murdered. 1/12/2021 1:21 PM 219 It would be a nice thing to do 1/12/2021 1:15 PM 220 Because not only was is a time of mourning for the black community, but for the entire neighborhood. He was an important and gentle figure to his students. The crying faces of elementary students is a vision I’ll never forget. 1/12/2021 1:12 PM 221 I think it will help heal the community. It isn’t much but it’s the least we can do to honor a member of our community who was senselessly shot and killed by police 1/12/2021 1:01 PM 222 This small gesture reflects a token of support and love and regret from FH residents to an individual who sadly and unnecessarily lost his life while traveling through FH. 1/12/2021 1:00 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 11 / 39 223 It is the least we can do to honor Philando Castile.1/12/2021 12:40 PM 224 Honor the name of Philando Castille 1/12/2021 12:24 PM 225 We need to honor philando and remember every day that he was taken from us by police violence 1/12/2021 12:07 PM 226 He was a colleague and a neighbor. He died less than a mile from my home and only a few miles from his school. It's a community thing. 1/12/2021 12:04 PM 227 It was a senseless death 1/12/2021 11:46 AM 228 Long live the king 1/12/2021 11:39 AM 229 For decades people of color have been targeted by police while driving that stretch of the road. Black Men in particular have had to avoid it for their own safety. We need to acknowledge and honor the memory of the Black Man whose racially motivated murder brought this racism to the forefront of the community. 1/12/2021 11:14 AM 230 He should be honored for his devotion to the school and children he loved, for a life cut short. It’s important we remember him. 1/12/2021 10:44 AM 231 I think the guy should be honored.1/12/2021 10:28 AM 232 I am in support of the honorary naming because it is vital to remember what happened that night to an innocent human being who was judged dangerous because of a superficial genetic trait. 1/12/2021 10:20 AM 233 Our community cannot undo the wrong, but we can acknowledge the importance of a life lost in our neighborhood. 1/12/2021 10:16 AM 234 Lest we forget, and allow it to happen again.1/12/2021 10:12 AM 235 An ongoing reminder of the tragic consequences of action rashly based on insufficient information 1/12/2021 10:08 AM 236 Philando worked in SPPS for over 11 years, and part of that time was as a nutrition services worker at Chelsea Heights Elementary, very close to the site where he was killed. The children adored him, my own included. It is our duty to honor his gentle, caring spirit and spark positive change in our system. 1/12/2021 10:00 AM 237 We need multiple visual reminders of the sacrifice s our black men have paid because of our racial injustice. I drive by the memorial on Larpenteur frequently and it always causes me to pause and remember and feel committed to all I can do to support a better justice system. We need communties reminders bad and good to remind ourselves and teach our children. 1/12/2021 9:45 AM 238 I live in the community and find the peace garden very moving. I think the example images are a great example of an appropriate permanent feature. 1/12/2021 9:36 AM 239 It honors his life in the place it was taken from him 1/12/2021 9:35 AM 240 I think it’s important to honor his memory and call to mind what his death meant to our community. 1/12/2021 9:28 AM 241 Because he did not deserve to die!1/12/2021 9:20 AM 242 Philando deserves to have a memorial so his story can always be remembered.1/12/2021 9:11 AM 243 Renaming the intersection would help with healing process by dedicating the street he died on.1/12/2021 8:53 AM 244 honor 1/12/2021 8:21 AM 245 A valued community member was unjustly killed there. His life should be remembered as well as his untimely death 1/12/2021 7:37 AM 246 (1) Recognize the life and caring of Philandro such as at J.J. Hill Montessori (2) Recognize that Black Lives Matter and that individuals are more than just statistics 1/12/2021 7:13 AM 247 So that his murder is not forgotten, and to commemorate the effort of those who have worked to prevent similar deaths from happening in the future. 1/12/2021 5:51 AM 248 Because we should acknowledge this great man who cared for his community, this man who 1/12/2021 4:58 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 12 / 39 never received justice. 249 Since justice was not served a reminder must be placed 1/12/2021 4:18 AM 250 Because it's the right thing to do to honor a man who needlessly lost his life, especially given the compassionate kind of man he was and the impact he had on the children he worked with. 1/12/2021 2:32 AM 251 He deserves a remberance 1/12/2021 12:54 AM 252 It’s the least that can be done. In addition to the memorial, a reminder like this will ensure that we do not forget about him nor the changes we must make to the system that caused his death 1/12/2021 12:47 AM 253 We cannot undue the harm, but we can memorialize Philando's goodness. Let's not forget him. Someday, someone will ask to know his story. 1/12/2021 12:31 AM 254 In memory..as a reminder 1/11/2021 11:37 PM 255 I live only a couple blocks away, and I drive by the memorial every day. It is important to remember his name, and his story, and this renaming would help in that way. 1/11/2021 11:15 PM 256 Because criminals have received 1000x the recognition in this past few years. Philandro lived a good life and his case of shooting that many times is heinous. No justice! Ms Castile has done good things to bring awareness & help others - this should have been done 3 years ago and it should not need this survey. Just do it - it’s the right thing to do. 1/11/2021 11:15 PM 257 fitting after his death.........city needs to remember 1/11/2021 10:57 PM 258 Philando deserves it!1/11/2021 10:45 PM 259 Philando was deeply invested in his community and his family. He was denied justice and this is a safe and best way to honor him. 1/11/2021 10:37 PM 260 We need a variety of methods to continue having conversations regarding the injustices faced by our neighbors via systemic racism. This is a strong way to keep this specific example at the fore while honoring a neighbor who had good intent on his heart. 1/11/2021 10:00 PM 261 What happened should not be forgotten 1/11/2021 9:58 PM 262 Philando's memory should be preserved and kept alive in the community. This gesture, while small, will ensure his story continues to be told. 1/11/2021 9:57 PM 263 Because I think of Philando every time I turn off my street. I want people who drive down the street to know that Falcon Heights has not forgotten his murder. 1/11/2021 9:45 PM 264 Because what happened to him was unfair. Naming the avenue after him would serve as a reminder that we have to continue changing and acknowledging our own biases. 1/11/2021 9:36 PM 265 So his personal legacy and Also the legacies of police violence and racism in our city are not forgotten or washed over with time. 1/11/2021 9:31 PM 266 We live on Fry Street and we were very touched by the shooting of Philando Castile. We believe we must never forget that his life had value and meaning. Honoring him is an important step toward healing as a community. 1/11/2021 9:30 PM 267 because it is a small act that memorializes the event in a tangible way 1/11/2021 9:27 PM 268 Honor 1/11/2021 9:25 PM 269 Murder is murder 1/11/2021 9:20 PM 270 He was killed, did not deserve to be killed, and his killer was let off. He deserves something to memorialize him! 1/11/2021 9:03 PM 271 He was a very good man who cared for children.1/11/2021 8:45 PM 272 This is important in the healing of our community and recognizing the improvement we still need to make 1/11/2021 8:45 PM 273 This is a respectful way to acknowledge a tragic moment in Twin Cities history.1/11/2021 8:35 PM 274 It is a reminder of the injustice done in our community.1/11/2021 8:25 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 13 / 39 275 While it won’t fix the past, honoring Mr. Castille’s memory in this way both acknowledges our loss and creates a reminder for future generations. 1/11/2021 8:24 PM 276 It is important to recognize and honor Black lives especially ones needlessly killed due to white supremacy. 1/11/2021 8:23 PM 277 Philando was loved by his community and should not have lost his life that day to a police officer. No justice was served but this is a great way to honor him. 1/11/2021 8:22 PM 278 To honor to legacy of Philando Castile and mourn the loss of his life in our community.1/11/2021 8:15 PM 279 I think this will not only honor him, but help us to remember the others like him who have died unjustly at the hands of police. I drive past this site every single day. 1/11/2021 8:08 PM 280 Philando was a good man who did not deserve to die at the trigger finger of a police officer.1/11/2021 7:22 PM 281 It’s the least we can do to memorialize Philando’s legacy 1/11/2021 7:03 PM 282 It's the least we can do as a community to honor Philando and convey support for his family.1/11/2021 6:49 PM 283 He was a beloved figure in the school system that was looked up to by many students and whose life was taken too soon and unjustly. He must be remembered and honored. 1/11/2021 6:47 PM 284 Because Philando was MURDERED and we miss him..its only right.1/11/2021 6:41 PM 285 Philando Castile deserved better. The least we could do would be to honor him.1/11/2021 6:27 PM 286 He was a good man with so much life yet to live!1/11/2021 6:26 PM 287 HE DESERVES IT 1/11/2021 6:22 PM 288 He deserve recognition he should still be here 1/11/2021 6:19 PM 289 It's just the right thing to do.1/11/2021 6:09 PM 290 When we remember our history, we can better shape our future.1/11/2021 6:01 PM 291 Recognition of an injustice without messing with actual naming of street.1/11/2021 5:50 PM 292 Philando Castile's murder at that location was a historic turning point with major significance for our country and the world. I think it deserves to be commemorated in this way so that what happened to him is not forgotten. 1/11/2021 5:49 PM 293 Philando was wrongly shot. His memory should be preserved through a memorial drive.1/11/2021 5:49 PM 294 Respect for the young man who was killed 1/11/2021 5:32 PM 295 it’s the least we can do to honor this man.1/11/2021 5:22 PM 296 Good use of a public space. Also, no real need to honor Larpenteur. Would prefer the whole ave be officially renamed 1/11/2021 5:21 PM 297 An innocent, kind man! Was always about the students at his school. He is so deserving of this street being named in his honor! 1/11/2021 4:47 PM 298 In honor and lament for Philando. We live a short walk away, in Roseville.1/11/2021 4:32 PM 299 My hope would be that it would honor Castile's life that was tragically taken and that it would be a visual reminder to us all of the work will still need to do to end individual and systemic racism. 1/11/2021 4:09 PM 300 It recognizes the legacy of Philando Castile and the ongoing fight for justice for Black folks 1/11/2021 3:52 PM 301 To honor a good man who was unjustly gunned down by police.1/11/2021 3:36 PM 302 He was wrongfully killed by a policeman.1/11/2021 3:33 PM 303 He deserves to be honored. He was murdered by our tax-funded police who are supposed to protect us. 1/11/2021 3:31 PM 304 Because not only did he love the children, but the children also loved him. The children are our future and they can tell their children of Philando's story hoping to make this world a better place. 1/11/2021 3:15 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 14 / 39 305 I pass the site of his death every day to and from work (I live by Como Zoo in St. Paul and travel to Minneapolis). I am a teacher and I could have been his co-worker. His death was tragic and he needs to be remembered. I support the honorary naming and would also encourage working with the Castile Family in creating weather proof memorial. 1/11/2021 3:10 PM 306 It's crucial that we remember what happened to Mr. Castile, that others learn of it, and that it continues to serve as a critical reminder to all us to do better. 1/11/2021 2:42 PM 307 To not let the shooting slip away into oblivion 1/11/2021 2:34 PM 308 As a reminder of his life 1/11/2021 2:08 PM 309 Philandro was a caring and loving man who needlessly lost his life on this stretch of road. I would like to honor his memory and make sure his life is not forgotten. 1/11/2021 2:01 PM 310 He was a beloved member of the community who tragically died.1/11/2021 1:45 PM 311 I believe that creating a public memorial for Philando is minimum the city can do for him, his family, and our community. We must continue to pursue justice for all lives stolen by police brutality, and a stretch of street is one thing that we can do to ensure that people remember his story and can work to prevent similar violence to what he experienced. 1/11/2021 1:45 PM 312 Castile was a humanitarian who looked out for school children, especially those experiencing food scarcity. And his life was taken violently while he was still young and could have accomplished so much more. As a resident of Falcon Heights, I strongly support honoring Castile, who died in our community. 1/11/2021 1:43 PM 313 Justice and so he wont be forgotten 1/11/2021 1:36 PM 314 Remember his name and the history.1/11/2021 1:34 PM 315 This death is an event that occurred in the community that should not be forgotten.1/11/2021 1:28 PM 316 Philando Castile was an exemplary man who inspired many at the school he worked at and was wrongfully murdered at the hands of police. Maybe by naming this street after him we can begin the process of the damage done by police brutality towards the Black community. 1/11/2021 1:20 PM 317 Because Castile did not get justice in the courts. He must be publicly memorialized until the city can confront that injustice. 1/11/2021 1:00 PM 318 It’s an important part of our city’s history.1/11/2021 12:57 PM 319 The fight against police brutality cannot be effective if victims are not remembered. Every officer who sees the name Philando Castile will be reminded to not murder community members as it was done to Philando. 1/11/2021 12:51 PM 320 I think Philando Castile’s death was very unfortunate and something he did not deserve to go through. I think he was a great member of the community and deserves to be respected and represented in the community in some way, since his life should not have been taken. 1/11/2021 12:41 PM 321 We need to more to recognize the pain and suffering caused by systemic racism. WE also need to drop the no gardening in the front yard as it is likely a racist convenent that has outlived its era. 1/11/2021 12:36 PM 322 It's appropriate and a nice way to commemorate a life lost too soon.1/11/2021 12:28 PM 323 We should never forget what happened. His life mattered and it is a powerful way to honor the BLM movement and his legacy. 1/11/2021 12:27 PM 324 To show support for the black community, and the hope I have that white people will do the hard work to fix what they are doing wrong. 1/11/2021 12:23 PM 325 It will be a reminder that we all need to do better in making this world safer for all law-abiding people, no matter what their race or ethnic background. 1/11/2021 12:20 PM 326 I think it is important to recognize Mr. Castille's life and untimely death in our community; his life and death have impacted Falcon Heights forever, and this honorary naming will keep that impact and the racial justice we seek in the front of our minds. 1/11/2021 12:17 PM 327 To honor a life that was such an important part of our community. Naming a street seems like such a small gesture, but one that can do so much to help us heal as a community. 1/11/2021 12:15 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 15 / 39 328 Philando Castile was a beloved member of the community, wrongfully harassed and ultimately murdered by police. This memorial would honor him and serve as a reminder for all of us to hold police accountable for their racist policies and violence actions. 1/11/2021 12:14 PM 329 It is important to remember, and it is important to honor the fallen. My parents lived in Falcon Heights for 58 years, moving in 2018 to assisted living in Roseville. My father called our place "the homestead." I lived in Falcon Heights for my student years, including Falcon Heights Elementary School for K-6. I returned to live in Falcon Heights from 2017-2018 to help my parents transition to their apartment. Now I live nearby in Saint Paul. I say this because I still consider Falcon Heights to be my home. -- Thank you, Jon Zimmer 1/11/2021 12:07 PM 330 I believe the children and families that loved him and children throughout our cities especially from the school he worked at, deserve to see respect given to his legacy. His wrongful death cannot be fixed but his legacy can be. 1/11/2021 12:06 PM 331 Wrongful death of an innocent young man.1/11/2021 12:02 PM 332 Along with the memorial space I want to support efforts to bring different groups of people together to build understanding and appreciation of our differences and similarities. 1/11/2021 12:02 PM 333 An unfortunate event. It would honor a kind mans memory 1/11/2021 11:55 AM 334 Black Lives Matter. It is important to draw attention to history and that it is not forgotten.1/11/2021 11:41 AM 335 It was a senseless shooting.1/11/2021 11:39 AM 336 My awareness of police brutality forever changed with Philandros murder 1/11/2021 11:39 AM 337 I don't believe that Philando Castile behaved in a way that justified Officer Yanez shooting him resulting in death. 1/11/2021 11:26 AM 338 Because that’s the least they can do for the injustice he and his family suffered 1/11/2021 11:17 AM 339 Philando Castile was murdered by a police officer employed by the City of Falcon Heights. He deserves to be memorialized by our community in this way. 1/11/2021 11:14 AM 340 Philando Castile was a beautiful soul, an important and beloved member of his community. The cop who murdered him should be paying for this. Larpenteur is an icky name anyway. 1/11/2021 11:06 AM 341 Renaming part of Larpenteur would be one way for the community to recognize the city, state, and country’s struggle with racism. A memorial is already in place along the street and the additional renaming would reinforce that effort. Renaming is a simple, respectful to honor Castile, whose life was wrongfully taken. Plenty of other things are named after Auguste Larpenteur, sparing a section of this road would not take away from that. 1/11/2021 11:03 AM 342 Philando Castile was a gift to our community. His death was tragic and the least we can do is memorialize him at the place where he was killed. 1/11/2021 11:00 AM 343 We must never forget what happened to Philando Castile and memorializing the road he was killed on will be a good reminder to all who travel on Larpenteur Ave. 1/11/2021 10:54 AM 344 A good man did not deserve to die should be remembered!1/11/2021 10:42 AM 345 I support Black Lives. America needs accountability and transparency. Recognizing history is part of that. 1/11/2021 10:42 AM 346 It’s the least we can do to help memorialize a great man, a community centered man, and a man who sadly helped start a movement. 1/11/2021 10:36 AM 347 Phil was a colleague and friend of mine.1/11/2021 10:35 AM 348 Philando did not deserve to be gunned down. I want everyone to remember his name.1/11/2021 10:24 AM 349 He was a good, hard-working man. I was proud to know him and to be his supervisor. His character has been questioned by those who never knew him but I haven't met a single person who actually knew him to have anything negative to say. It should be noted that Phil wouldn't want the street named after him, he was that kind of guy. 1/11/2021 10:21 AM 350 I think about him every day. And I hope this will make everyone in the community too.1/11/2021 10:12 AM 351 In honor of and in memory of P. C.1/11/2021 10:11 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 16 / 39 352 Philando Castile was unjustly killed and the officer who killed him never faced consequence for it. The least the city can do is honor and recognize Philando for who he was in life, and make sure we never forget a horrible tragedy. 1/11/2021 10:09 AM 353 Important to honor his memory 1/11/2021 10:07 AM 354 Because his mother is a leader in the requesting organization and supporting the healing of families of victims of police brutality is imperative. Phil’s do wasvbeloved in his community. 1/11/2021 10:04 AM 355 This is one small thing the city can do after killing one of its citizens and allowing the murderer to walk free. 1/11/2021 10:02 AM 356 I really think it would be a great idea due to everything that is going on around the world 1/11/2021 10:01 AM 357 Tragic situation, would go a long ways in keeping his memory alive. Pays respect to the man who did nothing wrong except to be a black man in the US. 1/11/2021 10:00 AM 358 To Help Stop Racial Inequality 1/11/2021 9:58 AM 359 It's a memorial action. We should never forget what happened and acknowledge his life and legacy. 1/11/2021 9:57 AM 360 It is the right thing to do 1/11/2021 9:54 AM 361 Because it is the right thing to do 1/11/2021 9:54 AM 362 Because it is absolutely the right thing to do so that we never forget the tragedy that occurred there, in Falcon Heights, and we must honor the man who was murdered. 1/11/2021 9:48 AM 363 It would be a small tribute to Philando and signify the progress Falcon Heights has made in dealing with issues of race. Less important to me but apparently important to others - the dual name approach would not cause much confusion about street addresses. 1/11/2021 9:47 AM 364 Philando Castile was an important member of the community whose life was violently taken. His life and name may serve as a reminder to protect the vulnerable, to fight against injustice, and serve one's community proudly and with empathy. 1/11/2021 9:46 AM 365 Because he deserves to be honored.1/11/2021 9:44 AM 366 We need to memorialize Philando's murder and its significance for our community. We need to consciously become the change we wish for our community. Physical reminders will keep Philando's living memory awake to us. 1/11/2021 9:42 AM 367 He is part of our history and needs to be memorialized.1/11/2021 9:41 AM 368 Philando should be alive today, and this is literally the least you could do to honor him. He was murdered in broad daylight by the state; honor the place where his life was taken. 1/11/2021 9:39 AM 369 His murder placed Falcon Heights in the national spotlight. This is a way to memorialize an innocent man and demonstrate that Falcon Heights takes its responsibility to ensure racial justice seriously. 1/11/2021 9:39 AM 370 After a conversation with the Falcon Heights city administrator it is my understanding that Larpenteur Avenue will remain Larpenteur Avenue. The proposal is to add additional signage from the current memorial to Fulham at the western boundary of Falcon Heights. As a 30 year resident of Falcon Heights and 60+ year resident of this area, I am in complete support of honorary street signage in memory of Philando Castile. Thank you, Fay Cushman 1/11/2021 9:35 AM 371 Philandro was killed for no reason other than a scared cop, who had had extra training 1/11/2021 9:23 AM 372 We need to be reminded of things like this so we don't make the same mistakes again.1/11/2021 9:12 AM 373 Philando lost his life unfairly due to police violence. Philando was a fine gentleman & loved by so many. 1/11/2021 9:06 AM 374 I think this is a wonderful honor in righting a wrong 1/11/2021 9:05 AM 375 Minneapolis needs to remember what was done to one of its own and use that reminder to stop police brutality. 1/11/2021 9:03 AM 376 It keeps the issue of racism in our police force in our minds. Hopefully this will help us change for the better. 1/11/2021 9:02 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 17 / 39 377 Black Lives Matter, and this was a murder.1/11/2021 8:58 AM 378 Philando's life was carelessly cast aside by reckless policing. It may not change anything now, but he should be memorialized so we don't forget. 1/11/2021 8:45 AM 379 Because Philando was unnecessarily killed and any little bit we can do to remember and learn from our terrible mistakes is a step in the right direction. 1/11/2021 8:24 AM 380 In support of BIPOC communities.1/11/2021 8:10 AM 381 Philando Castile was a wonderful person and member of this community, needlessly murdered, and I we need to start making changes and making progress in true equality for all 1/11/2021 8:06 AM 382 Justice 1/11/2021 7:50 AM 383 To remind us all of Philando’s life and the cost that he paid by being Black and killed out of fear. We must not forget him! 1/11/2021 7:37 AM 384 It will keep the incident relevant and serve as a reminder 1/11/2021 7:22 AM 385 Because he was an innocent man needlessly killed by police 1/11/2021 7:17 AM 386 Because it is one small way in which we can honor a man who gave up his wages to feed children who couldn't afford to buy their own meals in the schools, and because he did nothing to deserve being shot 7 times. It is a very small thing we CAN do to honor the man. 1/11/2021 7:12 AM 387 To allow our community to never forget the atrocity that was Philando Castile’s untimely murder 1/11/2021 6:59 AM 388 He was a very good friend of my family.1/11/2021 6:08 AM 389 Because what happened to him was wrong I knew him personally and he was a sweet very impressionable young man 1/11/2021 5:29 AM 390 Mr. Castille was shot in cold blood by an officer who escalated a completely calm and compliant situation into a crminal act on his part. He has not been held responsible, and that is a disgrace to Mr. Castille, his family, and the community at large. 1/11/2021 4:47 AM 391 As a resident of Falcon Heights, this action seems to me to be an appropriate way to acknowledge his life and death. 1/11/2021 4:25 AM 392 In Honor of Philando.1/11/2021 3:11 AM 393 No one should die in vein and he should never be forgotten nor 1/11/2021 2:24 AM 394 Everyone needs to remember his name. His taken was taken too soon, he did not deserve to die, but he does deserve to have his named remembered this way. 1/11/2021 1:22 AM 395 Philando deserves to be honored and remembered.1/11/2021 12:28 AM 396 No one should have their life taken from them at a traffic stop. Philando was an inspiration to young people in his work and I can only imagine the void his family still feels five years after his killing. Philando Castile deserves to be remembered. 1/11/2021 12:11 AM 397 Black Lives Matter.1/11/2021 12:02 AM 398 It would be a wonderful tribute to Philando’s memory. He touched a lot of young lives, and it’s a way of recognizing the good he did, and a life cut much too short. We couldn’t get him justice, but we can honor him. 1/10/2021 11:59 PM 399 In honor of Philando, his work, and his family. It also should serve as a reminder that Black lives matter and that the police are a violent, racist institution. 1/10/2021 11:47 PM 400 Because a life was senseless ended and we should all remember his name.1/10/2021 11:44 PM 401 He was did great work at Central High and wanted to help everybody 1/10/2021 11:44 PM 402 It is an appropriate memorial to Philando lest we ever forget 1/10/2021 11:39 PM 403 History must be remembered so it doesn’t repeat itself 1/10/2021 11:34 PM 404 Philando changed the whole state of Minnesota for the better after his wrongful death. Many 1/10/2021 11:30 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 18 / 39 children looked up to him at the school he worked at. 405 Philando's name and the circumstances of his death are important to memorialize locally and nationally, which will be a step toward community healing and social justice. 1/10/2021 11:29 PM 406 He and his story need to be remembered.1/10/2021 11:24 PM 407 This is to support and memorialize an honored citizen of the State of Minnesota who was unjustifiably murdered by a St. Anthony police officer. 1/10/2021 11:03 PM 408 Because he never should have died & no one should ever forget him 1/10/2021 11:02 PM 409 He shouldn't be forgotten 1/10/2021 10:48 PM 410 I feel he was wrongly killed and his memory needs to be acknowledge even if it's just a street named after him 1/10/2021 10:48 PM 411 His life mattered. His name should live on.1/10/2021 10:46 PM 412 He was killed for doing nothing wrong. I believe that if we was white, he wouldn't have been killed. 1/10/2021 10:43 PM 413 Separate from the horrific circumstances of Philando Castile’s death, the dedication he had to his community tells me that he very well may have ended up being nominated for such a memorial at the end of his life had he lived a full, natural lifespan. We can never know what he would have championed, advocated for, and achieved for his community were he still alive, and in the spirit of community honoring community, I believe that this honorary naming would be a way to remember Philando Castile and the values he carried and passed on. Considering the way that he was horrifically murdered and the significance of his death in the racist system that have killed so many other Black men, I also think it is important to have this honorary naming in order to ensure that the community not forget the history and circumstances that led to Philando Castile dying before his time so that we will be continually prompted to advocate for necessary change. 1/10/2021 10:43 PM 414 Philando Castile must not be forgotten 1/10/2021 10:39 PM 415 We can never forget Philando and the unnecessary loss of his life. All Minnesotans need to feel safe and this is a needed act to encourage healing. 1/10/2021 10:37 PM 416 I knew Philando personally. He was a kind and caring man. He did not deserve being murdered, especially by a police officer that was sworn to protect and serve. His family received no justice - it is right and honorable make amends to them in any and all ways possible. 1/10/2021 10:34 PM 417 He was a well loved person who should not have died as he did. Honoring him will keep the inequality we seek to correct present, instead of receeding into the fog of the past. So he will not be only another name added to the densely packed list of unjustly killed people in the USA 1/10/2021 10:29 PM 418 Philandro's death was a racially-biased tragedy and one we (as a City and individually) should not forget. Naming the street is one small way to remind us how important it is that we treat ALL humans (living things) with dignity and respect, which the police officers did NOT do. They assumed guilt (and were afraid for their lives) just because Philandro was a black man. Many of us have benefited because our skin color is light and have no idea of what it is like to grow up and live as a black person in the USA. As much as Minnesota prides itself on being progressive, we are not even CLOSE to having accomplished equality for all. Let's get this done! 1/10/2021 10:28 PM 419 He deserved to be honored!1/10/2021 10:26 PM 420 Philando Castile deserves to be remembered, especially since his murder won't see justice. The least we can do is have a monument to remember him by for generations 1/10/2021 10:24 PM 421 Philando should be remembered.1/10/2021 10:18 PM 422 He was great man 1/10/2021 10:17 PM 423 This is a beautiful way to honor Philando Castile.1/10/2021 10:17 PM 424 I think it should be Castile Ave, the other one is kind of a mouthful but we need to change with history and support the good people in the world dead or alive! 1/10/2021 10:16 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 19 / 39 425 I feel it will bring more attention to the separation us , African Americans have with police. That murder touched millions and respect for the man that made so many peoples children’s even your owns days ! Please make this happen! 1/10/2021 10:16 PM 426 This young man deserves for his legacy to be remembered in Minnesota 1/10/2021 10:15 PM 427 Because I want EVERYONE to remember his name and his story! Let it be a reminder of the implicit bias that exists in our country as well as a reminder that Philando lived and his life mattered!! 1/10/2021 10:15 PM 428 To remember philando and show solidarity and respect for due process. Everyone should remember what happened to continue to hold law enforcement accountable for its actions. 1/10/2021 10:14 PM 429 Because it was a horrible thing that had happened.1/10/2021 10:14 PM 430 We must never forget this member of our community whose life was taken unjustly.1/10/2021 10:13 PM 431 Aleah 1/10/2021 10:13 PM 432 Philando Castile deserves this honor. He was a wonderful soul taken too soon 1/10/2021 10:13 PM 433 What was done to him was wrong. He seemed like a law abiding citizen and was murdered. This is the least we can do in his name. 1/10/2021 10:13 PM 434 This is part of reparations the city can do to honor him.1/10/2021 10:12 PM 435 It deserves to be named this in honor of Philando 1/10/2021 10:11 PM 436 BLM 1/10/2021 10:10 PM 437 I support the naming because his life mattered. He was a good man who should still be here with us, and we need the names in our community to better reflect the diverse people who live here. This honorary name change will help to ensure that the life he lived and the way he gave to his community will leave a positive imprint on future generations. 1/10/2021 10:08 PM 438 It would be nice to honor someone who was a fixture in the community that was taken too soon 1/10/2021 10:05 PM 439 It’s important to always remember the tragedy and to remind us that we must actively strive for equality. 1/10/2021 10:04 PM 440 He deserves to be honored 1/10/2021 10:03 PM 441 To remember a life lost and to not repeat the mistakes of the past 1/10/2021 10:01 PM 442 As citizens we have a responsibility to honor this innocent life that was taken by a government employee. This is a fitting way to remember this tragedy so that it never happens again. 1/10/2021 9:58 PM 443 Out of respect for an unfortunate incident of cultural misunderstanding that took the life of an innocent man and ruined the life of another. 1/10/2021 9:52 PM 444 Philando deserves to be remembered. Furthermore, we NEED to remember Philando and what his death means for our reckoning with white supremacy. 1/10/2021 9:47 PM 445 Because he was a great man that needs to be honored 1/10/2021 9:45 PM 446 Philando’s legacy of feeding the children will serve as an important cause locally, nationally and globally forever. There’s nothing more important than taking care of children by keeping them safe, fed, housed and loved. This is what Philando’s legacy represents. 1/10/2021 9:45 PM 447 He needs to be remembered and honored 1/10/2021 9:30 PM 448 Having Mr Castile’s name on the street will keep him in people’s minds. I think of him every time I drive by his memorial and say a prayer for peace and non-violence in Falcon Heights and Saint Paul. 1/10/2021 9:28 PM 449 Because from all of the stories out there, for Philando Castile was a wonderful human being, and community member who gave back to his community, but did not get the recognition he deserved until after his fatal shooting by police. 1/10/2021 9:25 PM 450 His life was taken by police.1/10/2021 9:20 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 20 / 39 451 Because Philando’s life was wrongfully taken and it’s the least the city can do to honor him and his family. His family has done so much great in the community in his name. 1/10/2021 9:16 PM 452 Because we have a deep inherent problem in this country and the only way to fix it is to move forward but not forget. 1/10/2021 9:16 PM 453 It signifies a reckoning and acknowledgement of racial injustice.1/10/2021 9:14 PM 454 Philando worked at my daughters school and he was loved by everyone . He was unjustly murdered and should be honored and remembered. 1/10/2021 9:14 PM 455 He was a friend and I am a resident of Falcon Heights living right up the same street he was murdered on. We must never forget nor will ever forget him. 1/10/2021 9:13 PM 456 Recognition and acknowledgement 1/10/2021 9:11 PM 457 Since the officer never say jail time this is a small deed for this family and the friends that loved him 1/10/2021 9:09 PM 458 Community support 1/10/2021 9:06 PM 459 He is a man worth remembering 1/10/2021 9:01 PM 460 It's the very least we can do to honor his memory.1/10/2021 9:01 PM 461 Castile deserved Justice. With a lack of that, we must honor him.1/10/2021 9:00 PM 462 Mr. Castille was a beloved person who had his young life tragically ended short by an unjust act. He should live on as a reminder that violence that takes a life doesn’t take the memory of a special person. I hope that honoring Mr. Castille will prevent needless violence moving forward. I’m white. I’m a physician and my life is different than his was but his killing hurts me nonetheless. 1/10/2021 8:58 PM 463 RIP Philando 1/10/2021 8:53 PM 464 Because Philando was an incredible person working with kids and there was no justice for the tragedy that took his life. His legacy is worthy of such an honor. 1/10/2021 8:52 PM 465 Because it is important for our community to remember the events both good and bad. He should not have been killed by our police. Changing the name of the street will help us continue to #sayhisname forever. 1/10/2021 8:44 PM 466 I think that it will be a great way to honor Philando Castle.1/10/2021 8:43 PM 467 To not let a needless death be forgotten and this is but one of many steps that can be taken in the community. 1/10/2021 8:41 PM 468 Philando Castille was a beloved member of our community who served and cared for our children. We can honor his precious memory with this honor. 1/10/2021 8:38 PM 469 it matters.1/10/2021 8:37 PM 470 It is the right thing to do for a young man who did not deserve to be killed.1/10/2021 8:31 PM 471 Justice 1/10/2021 8:29 PM 472 To honor a man who should still be alive today.1/10/2021 8:19 PM 473 Philando Castile deserves to be remembered and honored 1/10/2021 8:15 PM 474 We need to honor his memory and not forget about the tragedy of his death.1/10/2021 8:14 PM 475 Philando loved his community and showed up every day to support those around him. He deserves to have his memory honored and uplifted, as people who show that quiet kind of love and support for their community are the kind of people we should honor and memorialize as examples to our community of the kind of personality and behavior we love and respect. 1/10/2021 8:11 PM 476 Because this is the least that could be done for Philando's family.1/10/2021 8:10 PM 477 Honoring Philando Castile this way helps us remember who he was—he worked at my friend's daughters school, JJH Montessori, and she adored him—and how he was taken from us. As 1/10/2021 8:03 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 21 / 39 we all come to terms with the racism inherent in our systems and culture these reminders are important to stay the course. 478 He was a proud st paul school worker that loved all of his kids. It would be a great thing for his students to see him honored 1/10/2021 8:01 PM 479 Honoring Mr. Castile in this way will both give due to a valuable community member, and give ongoing reminder of the need to work towards justice - equity for all people. 1/10/2021 7:51 PM 480 It is a measure of justice that brings attention to a problem that still is not being treated as seriously as it must be in order to combat it. 1/10/2021 7:50 PM 481 He deserves to be alive, but this will at least honor him 1/10/2021 7:47 PM 482 Philando Castile should still be alive, his killer should be in jail, a child is forever traumatized, and black lives matter. The least we can do is honor his memory. 1/10/2021 7:45 PM 483 Because there are many people~adults and children~who still want to remember and visit Mr Castile. They’ve created a spiritual place to do just that. It helps erase traumatizing last memories of him being ripped from his life and all who loved him. It comforts in being assured he won’t just be another statistic and forgotten. I live in the neighborhood where the school is he worked at. People still have his name in windows and his name gets brought up. Let all have that spiritual safe place of assurance and comfort. It’s a simple thing for a horrific event. 1/10/2021 7:44 PM 484 To honor the memory of Philando Castile.1/10/2021 7:38 PM 485 Because we need never forget this beautiful soul and the reality of the unjust situation 1/10/2021 7:38 PM 486 To honor the life of a man who died unnecessarily and to keep the conversation alive so that we continue to work on police reform. We do this for officers, we should do it for their victims. 1/10/2021 7:31 PM 487 Right thing to do to honor his memory 1/10/2021 7:29 PM 488 Because I feel that it is more than important to continue to remember him.1/10/2021 7:29 PM 489 To honor Philando's life and work, and to bring attention to BLM.1/10/2021 7:25 PM 490 He was a respected member of the community and many kids looked up to him at the school he worked at! 1/10/2021 7:23 PM 491 this may help people remember what happened on that section of Larpenteur Avenue - remember that Black Lives Matter - remember that the police need to be better trained in how to react, and how to value life 1/10/2021 7:22 PM 492 It would provide one source of healing for our community.1/10/2021 7:16 PM 493 To honor the memory of not just Philando, but the sanctity of all black lives 1/10/2021 7:15 PM 494 I support this to bring awareness and honor to philando castile In his life and legacy and to show the historic side of the impact that changed MN forever! 1/10/2021 7:08 PM 495 philando deserves to be remembered and celebrated 1/10/2021 6:59 PM 496 Black Lives Matter 1/10/2021 6:50 PM 497 Because what they did was very wrong and it’s bad as is he can’t never be brought back 1/10/2021 6:49 PM 498 No one deserves to be murdered senselessly by those "sworn" to protect the people 1/10/2021 6:49 PM 499 Philando should forever be remembered for the life that he lived and the life that he did not get to live but the change he brought to the world 1/10/2021 6:48 PM 500 His life needs to be remembered every single day, as does the senseless way he died 1/10/2021 6:48 PM 501 Philando did great things for the community and should still be alive today.1/10/2021 6:44 PM 502 To honor Philando and his family. He was killed on our watch by our taxpayer dollars 1/10/2021 6:42 PM 503 To honor a good man and remember that bias cost a promising life.1/10/2021 6:40 PM 504 To support community healing 1/10/2021 6:38 PM 505 Yanez never saw prison. Philando Castile never got even an ounce of justice, although no 1/10/2021 6:38 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 22 / 39 justice can amount to being murdered by an officer of the law. This would be a memorial, a recognition, a dedication to the work at the school he did and aid in the belief that we will not stand for this, never forget his name and his legacy will live on forever. 506 He was murdered and we must remember and honor him & show the community support 1/10/2021 6:31 PM 507 Because even though he has passed on , HE DESERVES IT !!! He was brutally MURDERED just for reaching for his ID and other information that DEVIL OFFICER asked him for... That devil of officer DESERVES TO ROT IN THE LOWEST DEPTHS OF TARTARUS!! Philando deserves to have the street named after him! 1/10/2021 6:31 PM 508 Because what happened to him shouldn’t have happened in the first place.1/10/2021 6:27 PM 509 This is the LEAST the city can do.1/10/2021 6:23 PM 510 Don’t want his murder to EVER be forgotten.1/10/2021 6:22 PM 511 It doesn’t fix anything but it’s a step forward in recognizing the systematic racial injustice 1/10/2021 6:20 PM 512 Because he was a great, peaceful man.1/10/2021 6:19 PM 513 Philando Castile should not be forgotten, and putting his name in public aids that goal 1/10/2021 6:17 PM 514 We need to remember the injustices that have taken place, so that we can make sure those injustices aren’t repeated. 1/10/2021 6:07 PM 515 It is a small gesture that is an easy and reasonable way to publicly acknowledge this tragedy and honor the loss of Philando. The makeshift memorial is always a sobering spot for me when driving along Larpenteur and I would appreciate the city formally recognizing the incident and the life lost in this way. 1/10/2021 6:06 PM 516 It is the very least we can do to honor Philando & his family.1/10/2021 6:04 PM 517 Philando was cut down in his life for no reason except for being himself, we know bias and racism and hatred was the killer. Let's honor this man and the community with a positive event. 1/10/2021 6:03 PM 518 He was, by all accounts, a pillar of the broader community. Naming a section of Larp. after him will prompt questions and will stand as a reminder of our history. 1/10/2021 5:59 PM 519 Philando was a good guy who cared for the children in his school and went above and beyond to serve the community with his care for them. He was also brutally murdered and his death should always be a reminder to USA of why black lives matter. Please name the avenue in his honor. What a lovely gesture. 1/10/2021 5:49 PM 520 It’s the right thing to do 1/10/2021 5:46 PM 521 Because he died for no reason and it’s the least we can do to honor him 1/10/2021 5:38 PM 522 Because he didn't deserve to died and the police got away with murder that's the least they can done well deaerve for Philando I use to work with him such a good man 1/10/2021 5:38 PM 523 Philando was murdered by the police hired to protect Falcon Heights. This racist crime needs to be memorialized and Serve as a reminder to everyone that drives past the corner that Black Lives Matter. Philando was a kind man who supported the children he served. 1/10/2021 5:36 PM 524 If this is the family's wishes, it is the least that can be done. A more permanent and physical decree for his life and memory. 1/10/2021 5:29 PM 525 It might 1/10/2021 5:27 PM 526 It's the least the city can do to right the wrongs it played a role in causing.1/10/2021 5:24 PM 527 I believe it's important to tie history to physical locations, and his story is worth telling.1/10/2021 5:22 PM 528 In the absence of justice and since Castille was not able to live out his life and finish his own legacy, I think it will be a nice way to remember him and what happened. 1/10/2021 5:14 PM 529 It’s a great honor!1/10/2021 5:07 PM 530 because phillando deserves it 1/10/2021 5:06 PM 531 philando castile did not deserve to die the way he did, we must give him additional respect and 1/10/2021 5:06 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 23 / 39 honor in death, as he was beloved by many 532 Its the least you can do for his memory.1/10/2021 5:02 PM 533 It’s the literal bare minimum we can give him in place of the justice we denied him.1/10/2021 5:01 PM 534 Because his legacy deserves to live on 1/10/2021 5:01 PM 535 Because Philando Castile deserves to be remembered.1/10/2021 5:00 PM 536 Philando Castile did not deserve to die, we should at least remember him as someone beloved by the community 1/10/2021 4:57 PM 537 Its one the best things that the city can do to honor the death of Philando Castile..1/10/2021 4:57 PM 538 He is a honorable man and father 1/10/2021 4:54 PM 539 Critical legacy to create 1/10/2021 4:51 PM 540 After watching the video, I drove by many, many times out of respect for his life and the sad experience of Diamond and her daughter. There are so many wrongful deaths, but his was without a doubt the most dibilitating to watch. He was trying to make a difference in the life of school children. He was trying to comply with the officer. It is a central location near fair grounds. He should never be forgotten! 1/10/2021 4:50 PM 541 Because Philando's story needs to continue to be told and it would honor the community memorial currently being tended there. It is the least that can be done! I'm not a resident of falcon heights but I live 5 minutes away and drive by there all the time. I would like to see Philando's memory honored in this way. 1/10/2021 4:48 PM 542 He was unjustly killed.1/10/2021 4:43 PM 543 He brought lite and hope to a desperately that pledges black men continuously for many years.1/10/2021 4:42 PM 544 As a graduate of SPPS, I believe it is crucial to honor community members who make our schools what they are. I grew up in a troubled home with little money, and I know how much people like Philando can help students like me better ourselves and Thrive. I also believe in my heart that justice was not properly served after this man was shot dead, and thus the least we can do to honor his memory is to name this portion of the street after him. 1/10/2021 4:42 PM 545 To not forget the tragedy of his murder and honor the truth of his character 1/10/2021 4:40 PM 546 Philando needs and deserves to be honoured 1/10/2021 4:39 PM 547 Because his family deserves it for everything that they have been though the state owes them that much. 1/10/2021 4:38 PM 548 It's the least that can be done since Philando's murderer walked free 1/10/2021 4:36 PM 549 I think it’s a good way to remember him for the good he did in the community.1/10/2021 4:35 PM 550 His death resulted in social justice and racial issues being raised and addressed. His death should not be in vain. 1/10/2021 4:33 PM 551 His life and spirit should be remembered and honored. His death must not be forgotten. It's right to honor him in this way. 1/10/2021 4:33 PM 552 I pass by the place where Philando was killed several times each week. Each time, I feel a strong calling to honor his life and make the world a better place. Philando made the world better, and his life deserves honor and respect. Naming that part of the street for Philando would help ensure that people remember him. 1/10/2021 4:32 PM 553 His life deserves to be honored and remembered in a permanent way.1/10/2021 4:31 PM 554 The memorial garden for Philando is called the Peace Garden because his name cannot be used as the name of the memorial. Thus, a street marker for that portion of Larpenteur would be a permanent reminder of his death. 1/10/2021 4:31 PM 555 Justice was not served. The least we can do is give Mr. Castile some street signs.1/10/2021 4:28 PM 556 This is an important step for healing in our community 1/10/2021 4:21 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 24 / 39 557 It's important to stand up against injustice 1/10/2021 4:20 PM 558 black lives matter always 1/10/2021 4:20 PM 559 ACAB 1/10/2021 4:20 PM 560 Lost lives should be honored 1/10/2021 4:19 PM 561 He was a man who was beloved by his community, and taken in a senseless act of violence.1/10/2021 4:19 PM 562 This will honor his memory and provide a public visual representation of fighting for justice and fair and respectful treatment of Black Americans. 1/10/2021 4:18 PM 563 Rest in Honor Mr Phil 1/10/2021 4:16 PM 564 So we always remember what happened to Castile in our neighborhood and never let it happen again. 1/10/2021 4:16 PM 565 Philando Castillo’s memory is a highly important part of Falcon Heights history. The US has a bad habit of whitewashing its history and this is one very small way that we can avoid that action. 1/10/2021 4:15 PM 566 To denounce police brutality and raise the name of an innocent life take 1/10/2021 4:14 PM 567 I think it is the least a minority white community can do.1/10/2021 4:12 PM 568 Because white supremacy in LE is real and Philando’s life mattered. His family never received justice. Black Lives Matter. It’s the least we can do... 1/10/2021 4:12 PM 569 Since justice was never served, the least we can do is memorialize his name in honor of his tragic death. 1/10/2021 3:58 PM 570 Philandro deserves to be remembered and honored 1/10/2021 3:57 PM 571 I am in support of this honorary naming to keep the memory of philando alive in a tangible way, especially since the his murderer was acquitted 1/10/2021 3:55 PM 572 It's symbolic of trying to make amends for the wrongs committed against BIPOC for centuries in this country. 1/10/2021 3:54 PM 573 We have many memorials for people who died around St Paul and Philandro’s life was taken from him! He was killed in cold blood, he needs to be honored! And a street name change will do just that! Honor Philandro! Thank you 1/10/2021 3:53 PM 574 He was a great man who touched the lives of kids when he didn't have to. He could have simply done his job and went home. He and his family should continue to be honored, he was murdered, with no justice and the very least the city can do is name a street after him. Never forget. 1/10/2021 3:50 PM 575 The man's death was a result of state action. This is the absolute least you can do to honor his memory. 1/10/2021 3:49 PM 576 Because Black Lives Matter and Philando should still be alive today.1/10/2021 3:47 PM 577 I believe it is right to memorialize those that have passed away so future generations can remember and learn. 1/10/2021 3:43 PM 578 There was no justice in Philandro's case. He was a good man, doing absolutely nothing wrong and was executed. 1/10/2021 3:39 PM 579 He is a man who deserves to be remembered 1/10/2021 3:38 PM 580 We need to support this young man who lost a life 1/10/2021 3:34 PM 581 We have to show our support to someone who lost a life, that should not have.1/10/2021 3:31 PM 582 Honor the memory of someone killed by the city here.1/10/2021 3:30 PM 583 This was a uncalled for shooting. The officer didn't spend a night and jail and justice was not served. 1/10/2021 3:28 PM 584 Because it is vital that we remember both this man as well as what happened to him and where. 1/10/2021 3:21 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 25 / 39 585 I created the Not Reaching Pouch after the fatal traffic stop of Philando Castile, and I wholeheartedly support the honorary naming of the street. 1/10/2021 3:15 PM 586 Because he was a good man, and it’s important that we remember who he was, and what happened there. 1/10/2021 3:09 PM 587 Justice 1/10/2021 3:09 PM 588 He needs to be remembered. He was a good man who was doing nothing wrong and was killed for no good reason. We need to be reminded of the injustices done to people of color. 1/10/2021 3:08 PM 589 This heinous incident happened in our community and an innocent man.was killed. Sadly, his family will never enjoy his company even with this honorary naming. We do this so we NEVER forget our own prejudices. 1/10/2021 3:02 PM 590 It’s important to send a message that he mattered!1/10/2021 3:00 PM 591 I live in Falcon Heights and I was profoundly affected by the senseless loss of life in our little community. Designating part of Larpenteur as a memorial to Philando's life is a small act we can do to preserve his memory and work for better policing protocols. 1/10/2021 2:56 PM 592 Philando Castille's death was unwarranted and left a scar on our community. I live in nearby Roseville - I drive down Larpenteur all the time. A reminder to check our prejudices is the least we can do in his memory. 1/10/2021 2:54 PM 593 He should be remembered. What happened should be remembered. Hopefully remembering will lead to it not happening to another. 1/10/2021 2:48 PM 594 We should honor what happened and should use his tragedy for something good and as a reminder to us all about prejudice that exists. 1/10/2021 2:41 PM 595 Philando’s life should NOT have been taken and his killer still able to go to work and see his family. Philando’s family deserves this name change at the bare minimum of what the city and state can do for them; especially his young daughter. 1/10/2021 2:31 PM 596 The history we forget is the history we repeat.1/10/2021 2:11 PM 597 Racial healing 1/10/2021 2:10 PM 598 This is the right thing to do.1/10/2021 2:06 PM 599 To remember Philando and to acknowledge that we lost a very loving person when he died. Also, we should be honest about our history. 1/10/2021 2:06 PM 600 Philando Castile should not have been shot, let alone died. This would honor a person who gave his warmth and support to his school community and who was killed under deplorable circumstances. The honorary name would show an awareness of the need for racial equity, and be one step further along that path toward a more just society 1/10/2021 2:00 PM 601 It is the right thing to do. Falcon Heights did too little to support justice for Philando's memory and holding Yanez and his department accountable. This is too little too late, but it's something very basic that needs to happen. 1/10/2021 1:59 PM 602 He deserves to be remembered.1/10/2021 1:57 PM 603 He didn't deserve to die he deserves to be remembered forever 1/10/2021 1:55 PM 604 We need to never forget this ugly incident 1/10/2021 1:54 PM 605 It is important to be transparent about the ugly things the city has done. And to honor the murder of a man who did absolutely wrong. 1/10/2021 1:47 PM 606 So we never forget 1/10/2021 1:45 PM 607 Philando deserves to be remembered, both for who he was as a person, and as a reminder to our community to continue working for change so more police killings do not occur. 1/10/2021 1:43 PM 608 Updating is key!1/10/2021 1:41 PM 609 Personal reasons 1/10/2021 1:33 PM 610 I live in a neighborhood nearby, although I am not a resident of Falcon Heights, and I 1/10/2021 1:31 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 26 / 39 personally would appreciate the reminder of Mr. Castile's life and his memory as I drive or walk by. I would also be reminded that this kind of tragedy can happen in our area; we are not immune to police violence against Black, Indigenous, and other people of color. The honorary naming would also prompt others to remember his life and tragic death, or to learn about it if they are unfamiliar with the story. 611 So he isn’t forgotten 1/10/2021 1:27 PM 612 I believe we owe it to Mr. Castile's memory, his family, and all of us to forever remember who he was and how we all have a role in preventing such tragedies now and into the future. 1/10/2021 1:26 PM 613 I don’t want to forget what happened.1/10/2021 1:23 PM 614 I grew up in Falcon Heights, I believe this is the right thing to do..l 1/10/2021 1:10 PM 615 We should never forget what happened there. This is a way to preserve the history and to acknowledge that a life was needlessly lost there. This may be looked back on as part of what prompted change in how police are trained and managed and awareness of how deep and harmful institutional racism is at all levels of society. 1/10/2021 1:07 PM 616 It is important for this tragedy to be visible and remembered so that we can do better as a community. 1/10/2021 1:03 PM 617 It is fitting and appropriate. We should not forget what happened!1/10/2021 1:02 PM 618 Philando deserves to forever be remembered.1/10/2021 12:59 PM 619 He was a decent man who helped others and was needlessly killed. We should remember and honor him. 1/10/2021 12:59 PM 620 Because his memory should be cherished and respected as someone who lost his life due to the ongoing struggle against racism in our communities. His death should not be in vain. 1/10/2021 12:59 PM 621 It would be an appropriate way to acknowledge Mr. Castile and our city's place in history.1/10/2021 12:59 PM 622 Philando was shot unjustly and in a traumatic way that racist and disproportionate to the reasons he was pulled over. Moreover he was an asset to the community and to the school he worked in. 1/10/2021 12:56 PM 623 Philando was an upstanding, loved community member, who tragically lost his life due to a city department. This is literally the least you can do, but it is something, and hopefully will help him never be forgotten 1/10/2021 12:55 PM 624 Philando Castile was a good man who deserves to be remembered. Naming a street after him would serve to remind all of us, every time we drive through, to strive for a more just and kind society. 1/10/2021 12:55 PM 625 Philando Castile is a black man who loved God community. Since his unjust murder, it is only right that the Falcon Heights honor him and his family 1/10/2021 12:52 PM 626 I am in support of this happening 100% as I am a POC Individual and tired of seeing POC and BIPOC suffer Police Brutality. This is heartbreaking to see in this country. YES YES And this needs to happen. 1/10/2021 12:50 PM 627 Because it is a step in healing a gap in our cities distrust in our democratic system. Our chosen officials should serve the communities they were elected to serve. If the community has gained enough signatures that are required for this change then the community has spoken. Has the family of Philando supported this honor? Then if it does not do harm to them to drive that stretch of road feeling a sense of pride as well as all they have suffered within that township. The city is then giving back as we should not forget the lives of the ordinary man who tried to make an honest life and live by the rules of the law. Too many of our young men are forgotten as well as the atrocities they have endured. Let us not forget the changes we as a community have yet to make for the future of our youth. Those same children that loved Philando can see that we can come together and grow as well as heal through our tragedy. 1/10/2021 12:50 PM 628 We should forget neither Philando Castile, nor the manner of his killing.1/10/2021 12:49 PM 629 Just the right thing to do. All things considered!1/10/2021 12:47 PM 630 It is important to remember what happened there.1/10/2021 12:45 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 27 / 39 631 I think it speaks to the memory of a person who, as a school employee, had committed to helping the youth, and who’s life was ended too soon. 1/10/2021 12:45 PM 632 His story needs to be remembered. Having part of a street named after him will tell future generations he mattered. His life mattered. 1/10/2021 12:43 PM 633 It would honor a man who was killed needlessly, always remainding people who pass by of his story. 1/10/2021 12:41 PM 634 This the bare minimum symbolic gesture we can make to honor Philando’s beautiful life.1/10/2021 12:36 PM 635 To ensure the story will be told and learned from.1/10/2021 12:28 PM 636 Because Philando Castile was a community pillar who deserves to be honored and memorialized for the heinous slaying he endured at the hands of police. 1/10/2021 12:25 PM 637 So he is remembered and honored 1/10/2021 12:23 PM 638 It is the smallest possible symbolic act to start providing Castille's community with some sense of healing. 1/10/2021 12:23 PM 639 Philando was a great man who brought joy to the lives of many. He was well liked in his community. He was murdered by police while complying to what the officers asked. There was no justice for Philando. This street would honor his legacy. 1/10/2021 12:20 PM 640 Because he was a good man and died unjustly and this is a tiny way to acknowledge the tragic loss of his life, honor who he was and the goodness he brought to others. It also recognizes the community trauma and the injustice of violence against black and brown people in this country. The naming could also be a symbol that we acknowledge there is much work that still needs to be done and that there is the desire as a community for us to do better and become better and this is one way to honor him and show the desire for change and that Philando Castile’s death was not completely in vain. That this black man’s life meant something to many people and his life and death have meaning that needs to be honored recognized. 1/10/2021 12:14 PM 641 It may be the closest we get to justice for him.1/10/2021 12:09 PM 642 He should be remembered. He was an honorable citizen killed in a tragedy relating to national conditions on a Falcon Heights location. 1/10/2021 12:09 PM 643 I drive by the memorial to and from work everyday I work Mon - Fri and I would always think of him and I think this would be nice. Even though I never met him. 1/10/2021 12:04 PM 644 It's what the Philando's community is asking for as his legacy 1/10/2021 12:02 PM 645 So that Philando and this horrible time in our history is not forgotten. Acknowledging the horror of this tragedy helps to begin the healing. 1/10/2021 12:01 PM 646 It’s important that we not let this event fade into history.1/10/2021 11:57 AM 647 Least the city can do. A reminder of the injustice....the murder.1/10/2021 11:55 AM 648 It deserves to be recognized 1/10/2021 11:53 AM 649 To preserve the memory 1/10/2021 11:52 AM 650 Philando Castile's death was an unnecessary tragedy and I hope that we can remember it going forwards and learn from that error. 1/10/2021 11:49 AM 651 As a reminder that the work of racial justice is ongoing.1/10/2021 11:41 AM 652 Because we should never forget his loss of life and the light that it shone on white supremacy and racism. 1/10/2021 11:31 AM 653 A permanent memorial.1/10/2021 11:29 AM 654 It is the loving and kind thing to do to honor someone who was loved in his community, who gave lovingly to his community. 1/10/2021 11:26 AM 655 It’s the least that can be done for justice in his name 1/10/2021 11:23 AM 656 To memorialize and honor Philando.1/10/2021 11:23 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 28 / 39 657 He was a good lunch lady 1/10/2021 11:15 AM 658 This was an injustice to all cars carrying law abiding gun owners.1/10/2021 11:15 AM 659 He was a valued member of this community taken away too soon. His life mattered. He should be honored and what happened to him not forgotten. 1/10/2021 11:13 AM 660 Mr. Castile was a kind and generous man. His name should be visible and his story should be retold in future generations. 1/10/2021 11:11 AM 661 I think it is a fitting memorial for a good person.1/10/2021 11:11 AM 662 To honor Mr. Castile's legacy as a vibrant and beloved member of society.1/10/2021 11:08 AM 663 He died needlessly At the hand of an inexperienced police officer that should have never been a police officer the first place, 1/10/2021 11:06 AM 664 Philandro should be honored for his life-long service to the children at the school where he worked. I believe he death was uncalled for and tragic. 1/10/2021 11:04 AM 665 To raise awareness to social injustice.1/10/2021 11:03 AM 666 It will allow MN to never forget.1/10/2021 11:03 AM 667 Because he is worthy of such a memorial and so we never forget how damaging implicit bias is. 1/10/2021 11:03 AM 668 Lest we forget.1/10/2021 11:02 AM 669 It is practically the least that we can do. This should never be forgotten. It is a part of our collective history. 1/10/2021 10:57 AM 670 Because he was an innocent man and hard-working that did not deserve that 1/10/2021 10:54 AM 671 To honour a young man whose life was taken. It would show people that he was a beloved man by young and old and needs to be honoured. 1/10/2021 10:51 AM 672 Acknowledgement of a horrible wrongdoing is never a bad thing.1/10/2021 10:51 AM 673 Philando was a role model to the students in SPPS. His life was taken from him and everyone who drives down Larpenteur should remember his name. 1/10/2021 10:48 AM 674 We need to remember where the life of a innocent Black man was brutally lost at the hands of a government employee. Naming this section of street will be a reminder of the violence experienced by so many people of color in our communities. 1/10/2021 10:46 AM 675 Philando never received the true justice he deserves. This symbol is the least we can do.1/10/2021 10:44 AM 676 I am in support of the name change because of Castiles contributions to our community as well as to the tragic nature of his murder. 1/10/2021 10:41 AM 677 Because I think that it’s wrong that police are always killing innocent people. That guy told the cops he has the gun license and when he went to go grab it they shot him! Those cops and every other cop who thinks it’s okay to be like that needs to be fired! This family needs justice and time to heal! Hence me supporting this 1/10/2021 10:41 AM 678 To honor the life and loss of Philando Castillo 1/10/2021 10:41 AM 679 Philando was a good person, he was an honest, hard working man who was wrongfully killed by the police. He should be alive. Justice was not served in the trial of the officer who killed him. Naming the street for him would, at the very least, serve to let the community know what happened there, and be a reminder that it should not happen again. 1/10/2021 10:40 AM 680 As a society, we need to remember the lives that were taken by systemic racism.1/10/2021 10:39 AM 681 He sacrificed his life for unjust reasons- it’s the least we can do.1/10/2021 10:38 AM 682 Black Lives Matter, simple as that.1/10/2021 10:38 AM 683 1) to help our community heal 2) to remind us that we can do better 3) to honor the legacy of someone who contributed to our community 1/10/2021 10:37 AM 684 Tk raise awareness of police brutality in our community.1/10/2021 10:34 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 29 / 39 685 To create unity and consciousness by remind our community the good people’s name that had impacted the nation and the word, from our own neighborhood, and also to do not forget the terrible mistakes we had make that hurt many people so deeply. 1/10/2021 10:34 AM 686 We should never forget the names of people murdered by the police.1/10/2021 10:33 AM 687 Average joe citizen can barely spell Larpenteur let alone know who he was... (unless they found the recent online post in the Bugle...) Renaming of streets is a key way to support peacemaking in our community. As a well known St Paul Public School employee in a large school, this man positively impacted the lives of many of today’s citizens. This name change will not erase our past, instead make space for today’s lives and stories to be part of that narrative. BLM, Representation Matters, the young people of our city deserve to have some hope that this place will change and be better. Let’s us older, in power people make a visible change for them. Thank you for this opportunity. 1/10/2021 10:31 AM 688 To honor Philando 1/10/2021 10:30 AM 689 It will serve as a useful reminder of this tragedy that one hopes help us learn and prevent similar events on the future. 1/10/2021 10:27 AM 690 My heart breaks every time I drive by Larpenteur and Fry. This event should be remembered, so we can do better. 1/10/2021 10:23 AM 691 Philando Castille deserved to live.1/10/2021 10:21 AM 692 It doesn’t negatively impact anyone, and it will honor a man who did not deserve to be murdered in front of a child and loved one. 1/10/2021 10:06 AM 693 He was an educator, an upstanding citizen who was a victim of ongoing police brutality. He (his family) deserve so much more!!! 1/10/2021 10:05 AM 694 It is the right thing to do and such a minimal effort task that will be immensely positive and profound. It will be another huge move to show how we care about the tragic event that happened. 1/10/2021 10:04 AM 695 I live on Fulham St and drive by Philando's memorial every day. His memory deserves this honor, because he was treated as less than human in his last moments of life. Please do this! Janine Bunkowski 1/10/2021 10:01 AM 696 Philando was a generous and giving person. I love the memorial signing, it's not replacing or renaming the streets but truly remembering him. What happened was a tragedy and memorializing it in a positive way helps to promote both change and unity. 1/10/2021 10:00 AM 697 His death was unjust and his name deserves to live on.1/10/2021 10:00 AM 698 Why do I need to explain racism and police brutality to you? Honor this murdered individual.1/10/2021 9:58 AM 699 This young man was a good man. Every day I pass the memorial that has been set up for him when I drive my car. He should be remembered, as his life was taken from him far too early. We should remember the racism that has divided our country, and create positive reminders so that we don't forget that we have much to do to fight it. 1/10/2021 9:51 AM 700 BLM 1/10/2021 9:49 AM 701 He was a hard working young man that did not deserve to be killed by the police 1/10/2021 9:49 AM 702 He was a treasure of our Twin Cities & killed for no reason, taken from us~1/10/2021 9:46 AM 703 I want the city in which I live to stand up for racial justice. Philando Castile was wrongly killed and we should honor the memory of his life. As well as signal that we will do everything in our power to keep this from happening again. 1/10/2021 9:44 AM 704 Philando was a great man who needs to be remembered for all the good he did, not just with school kids, but the community. 1/10/2021 9:43 AM 705 Because innocent black men and women being killed by cops deserve to be remembered forever. Things like this shouldn't happen in America. 1/10/2021 9:40 AM 706 It’s the right and caring thing to do.1/10/2021 9:38 AM 707 It’s the right thing to do 1/10/2021 9:37 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 30 / 39 708 I think it's important to have a permanent historical marker of some kind . Although I appreciate the current memorial near the State Fair entrance and I do actually think about what happened there as I drive, walk or ride by, it's not permanent. Naming the street wouldn't be my first choice, but it's currently the only choice. 1/10/2021 9:37 AM 709 Because Philando did not receive justice so this is the least that can be done years after the fact. 1/10/2021 9:35 AM 710 Philando has become a symbol of senseless murder by over zealous police toward Black and Brown people. We watched it on livestream, and then his killer walked free, as they always do. He deserves recognition for his extraordinary acts of kindness in his short life. 1/10/2021 9:35 AM 711 Placing this honorary name is the least we can do to honor a man who lost his life without reason. 1/10/2021 9:30 AM 712 It's a simple and non-intrusive way to add some history to the street.1/10/2021 9:29 AM 713 It shows the city is recognizing the systemic racism and its commitment to correcting it.1/10/2021 9:28 AM 714 Philando was a good man and deserves this honor to remind his community and all of its visitors that police brutality and racism must end. 1/10/2021 9:26 AM 715 Philando never saw justice in any way shape or form. I grew up four blocks from where this murderer occurred, slept outside the mansion for a month, went through it all fighting for him and he never saw justice. The least we can do as FH community members is let him and his family know we remember him. 1/10/2021 9:25 AM 716 Philandro was a small example of how bad things happen to good people. He deserves a good memory of him. 1/10/2021 9:22 AM 717 Because he is worthy of such an honor.1/10/2021 9:21 AM 718 Phil was murdered for being black. It’s the least you can do 1/10/2021 9:18 AM 719 To recognize him and to show FH’s support for racial justice everywhere.1/10/2021 9:17 AM 720 So we don’t forget the life Philando led, continue to support feeding children. Before we can help children learn physical needs have to be met. And unfortunately so we never forget how Philando died and keep working to prevent more needless deaths. 1/10/2021 9:16 AM 721 What happened there was a stain on our community and we need to acknowledge and remember it to deter it from happening again. Also, it upsets people who oppose efforts to improve equity, so it must be a step in the right direction. 1/10/2021 9:10 AM 722 Remembering is important 1/10/2021 9:08 AM 723 Philando was unjustly killed by police and had done nothing wrong. It is important that the community recognizes him and naming this street after him will help people remember and honor his memory. 1/10/2021 9:07 AM 724 We give honorary namings to denote a person's significant contribution or effect in promoting positive change in our communities. While Castile did not volunteer for the job, as in many cases of honorary naming, circumstances chose him to be the agent of much positive change in our city. His family, for whom these actions are actually taken when done in memoriam, deserves this. 1/10/2021 9:03 AM 725 Philando Castile was murdered by the city. This tragedy should never, ever be forgotten. Forgetting this heinous crime for even one day will let people not think about pursuing justice and progressing to a better community, and the city desperately needs to progress to something better, and anyone who doesn't want the city to be even better certainly doesn't love the city and wants bad things for it. 1/10/2021 9:01 AM 726 It is the right thing to do along with justice for Philando Castile!!!1/10/2021 8:55 AM 727 Castile was unjustly killed by police and would still be an active member of society to this day if he wasn’t murdered for no reason. He deserves to be honored permanently. 1/10/2021 8:54 AM 728 I support this naming due to this is where this mans life ended in a senseless murder , and this would be a good way to honor his life and we he stood for and meant to our community 1/10/2021 8:53 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 31 / 39 729 He should never be forgotten. I would prefer it if Larpenteur was just renamed Castile Avenue.1/10/2021 8:48 AM 730 Because he deserves it 1/10/2021 8:46 AM 731 I live nearby in Falcon Heights and believe that our city should honor Philando Castile and his tragic death. 1/10/2021 8:44 AM 732 We must remember our history, this is something that happened through no fault of his own, and it has for ever changed the way I see race. 1/10/2021 8:43 AM 733 Given the contributions Castile gave to our community and the way in which his life was tragically and wrongfully ended, his sacrifice deserves to be remembered. 1/10/2021 8:40 AM 734 The death of Philando changed me and it changed our region. We must continue to surround ourselves with the names of those slain by white supremacy. It is a reminder to not forget, to not stop working, and to ensure his death is not in vain. 1/10/2021 8:34 AM 735 We want to be a community that learns from the mistakes we've made and honor a man whose life was usually taken 1/10/2021 8:28 AM 736 Honorary naming would solidify the significance of this street. I think of Philando Castile whenever I drive down it. I remember that injustice is not just an abstract problem for other people but I feature of my community and daily life. I hope that others who see the sign will look up his name and the history of this street so that they can remember, too. 1/10/2021 8:27 AM 737 Philando Castile was a human, murdered like so many by the state for existing while Black. He was also a beacon of light for the most vulnerable in his community. He is deserving of this honor, and we must always be reminded that his life mattered and the violent police force must be stopped from brutalizing us. 1/10/2021 8:00 AM 738 To honor the memory of Philando.1/10/2021 7:59 AM 739 Police brutality against Black people has been ignored or forgotten for too long. We need to do all we can to make sure Philando Castile’s murder is remembered, and his life is honored. 1/10/2021 7:47 AM 740 It is the right thing to do 1/10/2021 7:37 AM 741 So that it can serve as acknowledgement the community cares about Philando and what happened that night. 1/10/2021 7:35 AM 742 to remember him and how he died 1/10/2021 7:33 AM 743 He was a Victim of mistaken identity.1/10/2021 7:14 AM 744 To honor Philando Castille and all the others who have been wrongly killed by law enforcement.1/10/2021 7:10 AM 745 As a constant reminder of the need for racial equity.1/10/2021 7:07 AM 746 To honor the work he did and recognize the injustice in his death 1/10/2021 6:05 AM 747 Philando as well as his death has made such a significant impact on me. I live in Falcon Heights and use Larpenteur daily. I wave to his memorial each time I pass it. I would celebrate an honorary naming as well as a permanent memorial in his name. 1/10/2021 6:00 AM 748 This was such a tragic event that greatly affected me, as I live near this area. I think about Philando whenever I drive by his memorial site. I believe that this tragedy should not be forgotten. 1/10/2021 5:36 AM 749 I used to live down the street from where Mr. Castile was murdered, and I feel deeply traumatized about the whole experience. I feel like as a community we deserve some kind of happiness from the outcome of the situation. 1/10/2021 5:12 AM 750 I am a retired Saint Paul Public Schools Administer. I have heard first hand from employees of JJ Hill School what a remarkable and caring person Mr. Castile was. Knowing the facts of the case I strongly believe that a gross travesty of justice occurred in not convicting Mr. Yanez. Honorably a section of Larpentuer tor Mr. Castile is appropriate. 1/10/2021 4:07 AM 751 From what I’ve learned, Mr Castille was a good person. If his family supports naming a street after him as a way to remember him, then I support it, too. 1/10/2021 3:51 AM 752 So he is never forgotten 1/10/2021 2:42 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 32 / 39 753 In memorandum of a black man who unnecessarily lost his life to police. It is a statement of validation for BIPOC people in this state. 1/10/2021 1:23 AM 754 We can’t make things right, but we can do something to help people remember.1/10/2021 1:14 AM 755 He and his family and loved ones deserve this honor in his name after his life was tragically taken. 1/10/2021 12:36 AM 756 It's an important part of Minnesota/Falcon Heights history.1/10/2021 12:32 AM 757 It’s important to honor the history of our city. To learn so a tragedy like this never happens again. 1/10/2021 12:28 AM 758 In memory of a man who gave so much back to his city and to children.1/9/2021 11:51 PM 759 He deserves it and it is a good reminder to us all.1/9/2021 11:38 PM 760 Cause i care 1/9/2021 11:25 PM 761 Cause he was shot in cold blood 1/9/2021 11:22 PM 762 Falcon Heights never did anything, so I guess this is at least something to remember Philando by. 1/9/2021 11:17 PM 763 I think it's the smallest thing that the city could do to recognize his death and to attempt to show that the city cares just a little bit about racial equality and justice. 1/9/2021 11:15 PM 764 Because he was shot for no reason by the cop.1/9/2021 11:15 PM 765 We need to remember our brothers and sisters who suffered injustice by our systems in our state. It will be a reminder of what happened and where we want to move forward. 1/9/2021 10:56 PM 766 Philando was a community member who had his life taken because of the systemic racism and violence in the very fabric of our culture. He deserves to be remembered, and his story is an important reminder to all of us to continue to do our best for our community. 1/9/2021 10:46 PM 767 Forgetting makes it easier to get repeated. Never forget!1/9/2021 10:46 PM 768 Because we should never forget Philandro Castille.1/9/2021 10:45 PM 769 Philando Castile was a great member of our community. His life was stolen from him and all of us. Any way we can keep his memory alive is important. 1/9/2021 10:40 PM 770 He Deserves Something in his Honor 1/9/2021 10:34 PM 771 I think it would help serve as a constant reminder for those who live near or commute through the area of what happened here and how we need to be aware of our individual and institutional biases. 1/9/2021 10:23 PM 772 To help prevent similar tragedies in the future.1/9/2021 10:20 PM 773 Because it is crucial to uplift his memory and recognize the atrocious murder of Philando Castile. It is important that his commemoration be visible. 1/9/2021 10:17 PM 774 Philando Castile meant so much to the young students he served. This would give a place for them- and the many people still grieving him- to hold him in their hearts. This is the right thing to do;! This kind man was callously shot and left to bleed out. He deserves this honor! ❤ 1/9/2021 10:15 PM 775 Philando was a good person who did not deserve to have his life end that way. We need to honor and respect him in this way. 1/9/2021 10:14 PM 776 Because I will never forget the day I was awoken by my wife crying who learned from friend that her friend and co-worker Phil has been killed unnecessarily by a police office. I've been fortunate to live my life as a privileged white male, but in the nearly a dozen times I was pulled over when I was younger (for speeding) I was never treated poorly by a cop, and was often let go. We live in two different America's and by re-naming a portion of Larpenteur Avenue we can help other learn about what happened to Phil, and hopefully move our city and country to a brighter, progressive, and more just future. 1/9/2021 10:11 PM 777 Because I will never forget the day I was awoken by my wife crying who learned from friend that her friend and co-worker Phil has been killed unnecessarily by a police office. I've been fortunate to live my life as a privileged white male, but in the nearly a dozen times I was pulled 1/9/2021 10:10 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 33 / 39 over when I was younger (for speeding) I was never treated poorly by a cop, and was often let go. We live in two different America's and by re-naming a portion of Larpenteur Avenue we can help other learn about what happened to Phil, and hopefully move our city and country to a brighter, progressive, and more just future. 778 Least the city can do 1/9/2021 9:56 PM 779 My understanding of the man he was at his job at school and the inconsiderate officer and wrong circumstance that took his life needs to be a daily reminder of the man he was. 1/9/2021 9:48 PM 780 The death of Mr Castille permanently changed our city's reputation and image as peaceful community. We must honor his memory so that we work to keep such a tragedy from happening again. 1/9/2021 9:43 PM 781 He should be honored.1/9/2021 9:42 PM 782 Castile deserves recognition for his service to others and the ignominious manner in which he died. 1/9/2021 9:39 PM 783 Such a society altering moment. To honor a man who was unjustifiably murdered is the least we can do to memorialize this significant event in our community's history. As long as Philando's family is in support of this, I am too. 1/9/2021 9:27 PM 784 I think it is important to remember citizens of good standing who have been harmed irreparably by institutional racism. 1/9/2021 9:26 PM 785 He was a colleague of mine in St. Paul. Staff and students liked him very much. The trauma that it brought to our school community has been ongoing since his shooting. This might help some in healing for our students and staff. 1/9/2021 9:24 PM 786 Not to forget him and also bring closure to his family and the community 1/9/2021 9:11 PM 787 Unnecessarily killed 1/9/2021 9:11 PM 788 I would like to see it as a permanent memorial to him.1/9/2021 9:09 PM 789 So that this horrific incident is not forgotten.1/9/2021 9:09 PM 790 Because a Black man was murdered by our racist militarized police. We need a permanent reminder that this is the america we all live in. 1/9/2021 9:08 PM 791 To honor his life and the community he supported for so many years. His death was unfortunate and is a blemish on Falcon Heights. 1/9/2021 9:08 PM 792 It's the right step to begin healing our community and honoring Philando. It will also show the black and brown community that Falcon Heights is making progress in becoming more inclusive to its residents and visitors. 1/9/2021 9:03 PM 793 He needs to be remembered for the person he was. And unjustly lost his life.1/9/2021 8:55 PM 794 We can never forget this atrocity that happened in our community. Honoring his name in this way is a great start. 1/9/2021 8:50 PM 795 Although I no longer live in Falcon Heights, I did when I was in high school, then again for 13 years while caring for my parents in their Falcon Heights home during their last years. I heard the sirens the night Philando was shot. I walked across the University fields early that Saturday morning, feeling the pain of the knowledge that my community, and the police force we had contacted, were responsible for the death of a fine man; and also the realization that because of my white privilege, I did not know about the discriminatory treatment at the hands of our police. I walked with my refugee high school students to the memorial during summer school, where they talked, wrote in chalk on the sidewalk, and prayed. I believe it is essential to keep the memory of Philando Castille alive, to keep us moving closer to a place of equity and understanding. Renaming a section of Larpenteur Avenue will be a daily reminder of that goal. 1/9/2021 8:50 PM 796 The petition sums up my position well. I’d change the name of the whole road if I could. Who was Larpenteur anyway. Philando Castille Parkway sounds lovely. 1/9/2021 8:41 PM 797 He was shot by the cops for no reason 1/9/2021 8:25 PM 798 Are you kidding me for Lando Castile was a good person who was shot and killed by Saint 1/9/2021 8:23 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 34 / 39 Anthony police Yanez over ratio by us the least you can do is name a street after him 799 Seems like the right thing to do, plus I'm not attached to the name larpenteur 1/9/2021 8:12 PM 800 It feels like the least we can do to honor the tragedy that occurred in our city.1/9/2021 8:09 PM 801 We have an obligation to never forget and to honor Philando. If his family wishes for this then I do too. 1/9/2021 8:08 PM 802 So every cop who drives down the street has to look at it.1/9/2021 8:04 PM 803 It's important to remember him and how he died.1/9/2021 7:58 PM 804 It is fitting 1/9/2021 7:50 PM 805 A reminder that Castile's life mattered, and it shouldn't have been taken there in that manner. An additional means of keeping that wrong in the public consciousness, so that we are less likely doomed to repeat it. 1/9/2021 7:50 PM 806 The memorial is a start, but deserves to be honored so everyone says hi@@ name.1/9/2021 7:43 PM 807 It would add some formal backing to his memorial and be a more permanent recognition of the tragedy that was his death. 1/9/2021 7:41 PM 808 Its time to change something its crazy he was license to carry a gun in the police still shot that man 1/9/2021 7:36 PM 809 An innocent person was needlessly killed. He seemed to be a generally nice person who worked at a school that he liked and kids liked him. I’m pretty sure if his skin color was the same as mine he’d be alive today. 1/9/2021 7:27 PM 810 Because Black lives matter! Because we need to always remember what happened here. Because Philando was loved. 1/9/2021 7:20 PM 811 We must not forget those that have died at the hands of police. The black community continues to feel the effects of systemic, institutional racism. This reverberates to the broader community. 1/9/2021 7:16 PM 812 I used to live 1/2 mile from where Mr. Castile was shot. I drove that stretch often. The day he was killed I thought: “if that were me (a middle-aged white woman), no way am I stopped. And I certainly don’t lose my life.” It’s a senseless tragedy. Renaming a street for him is a very, very small action that in no way compensates for the tragic loss of his life, but is nonetheless a small way to remember him, ideally so that such tragedies can be avoided in future. Thank you for your consideration. 1/9/2021 7:13 PM 813 It's a good way to honor a man who deserves it.1/9/2021 7:12 PM 814 It’s the last place he was alive. His death was unnecessary and he should be remembered. His case started the protesting on the freeway and stuff. He deserves something for his horrible death. 1/9/2021 7:05 PM 815 It's the right thing to do.1/9/2021 7:04 PM 816 He deserves to be remembered. This is a way to transform the memorial our community has created at that site into something permanent. 1/9/2021 7:03 PM 817 It's a nice way to remember what happened and honor a member of the community.1/9/2021 6:59 PM 818 It would serve as a reminder that as a community we can do better.1/9/2021 6:51 PM 819 I think it’s important to always remember.1/9/2021 6:49 PM 820 Celebrating his life 1/9/2021 6:48 PM 821 We need public recognition of people who are deeply meaningful to the community 1/9/2021 6:41 PM 822 This is my neighborhood and I felt very moved by his tragic death. I am a resident of Lauderdale. For many earlier years I lived immediately adjacent to the site of his death. 1/9/2021 6:40 PM 823 Because we need to never forget what happened here and because he was a positive influence in many kids lives. Black lives matter 1/9/2021 6:34 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 35 / 39 824 Philando Castile should be remembered for generations.1/9/2021 6:28 PM 825 I know he wasn’t perfect but he was trying to change his life, he was helping troubled youth, he was gunned down by a racist policeman, yes he was Hispanic hit Hispanics are very racist too... It wasn’t right... So yea his life matters, I love that he is being memorialized, he should be, he was only 30 and he was robbed of his life, just think of all the lives he could of changed, I guess we will never know now... 1/9/2021 6:24 PM 826 Because he deserves it. He was a respected member of his community.1/9/2021 6:19 PM 827 As a reminder of the city's failure of oversight of policing in FH. Sadly, this resulted in the death of Philando, a beloved employee of students at JJ Hill. 1/9/2021 6:19 PM 828 To bring attention and memorial to the senseless murder of a black man in our community.1/9/2021 6:17 PM 829 It’s right for our community to honor the man and remember the horrific event.1/9/2021 6:17 PM 830 because his memory and story deserves to live on rather than the horror of his murder.1/9/2021 6:17 PM 831 His life should be remembered & we MUST start addressing the systemic racism in our state.1/9/2021 6:14 PM 832 I think he should be remembered for a very very long time. He was a stable support to the children he worked with and that type of kindness needs to be remembered. I have no idea who Larpenteur is. Philando is more relevant to my life and my communities life. 1/9/2021 6:14 PM 833 To honor Mr. Castile 1/9/2021 6:10 PM 834 I want him remembered.1/9/2021 6:10 PM 835 He represents the people in the community 1/9/2021 6:08 PM 836 As a reminder of what happens way too often, and honor a life cut short needlessly.1/9/2021 6:08 PM 837 If that's what his family would have wanted it is the least we can do. And it will help keep the problem of police shootings at the front of our minds. 1/9/2021 6:00 PM 838 It’s a beautiful way to remember who Philando was.1/9/2021 5:59 PM 839 It should be the entire intersection. IMO. I want a reminder in my community that honors the life of Philando and serves as a symbolic reminder for everyone to end systemic racism in this country. 1/9/2021 5:58 PM 840 He should not have been pulled over and he should be alive.1/9/2021 5:55 PM 841 He worked within the community (serving meals to school kids) and died tragically... we need to document and preserve the memories of all these black men who have died at the hands of the police 1/9/2021 5:53 PM 842 Philando Castile's murder was a catalyst that opened the eyes of this white neighborhood to the realities of what White Supremacy does to BIPOC. George Floyd's murder showed the world what happens when White Supremacy is left unchecked. And we keep getting complacent. Even after White Supremacists targeted our neighborhoods with their threatening notes and actions, there is shock and pearl clutching at the assault on the Capitol. This is America, this is who we are. We cannot be allowed to think that this isn't who we are. We have to acknowledge the atrocities, we have to feel into our discomfort and own it, in order to heal from it. Feel it, face it, forgive it, and do something about it. Naming this street is something we can do. 1/9/2021 5:53 PM 843 Mr. Castile was an exemplary person and deserves this honor.1/9/2021 5:52 PM 844 We need to remember what happened here more permanently 1/9/2021 5:47 PM 845 Philando was a member of our community & deserves to be remembered.1/9/2021 5:47 PM 846 I think it is a fitting way to memorialize is life. And death.1/9/2021 5:46 PM 847 This was an important event that needs to be remembered 1/9/2021 5:40 PM 848 Because he was killed by a man in uniform unjustifiably. At the very least he deserves this small piece of justice. 1/9/2021 5:33 PM 849 Because it's a way of repairing the damage caused by Law Enforcement to Black residents 1/9/2021 5:30 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 36 / 39 850 Because BLACK LIVES MATTER! TODAY TOMORROW YESTERDAY ALWAYS!!! Nothing will change if we forget the actions of the past and use them to change going forward. Philando was a beloved man, but regardless of who he was he deserves to be alive. 1/9/2021 5:15 PM 851 It’s very least that could be done to honor him.1/9/2021 5:08 PM 852 Philando Castile was an upstanding citizen. We as a city need to show that we do not value police brutality, so I think it is important we honor and remember his legacy. I should note I do not live in falcon heights but rather very close by in Roseville near Roselawn and Fairview. 1/9/2021 5:07 PM 853 It is important that the Falcon Heights community recognizes the tragedy that took place on our blocks. I think it would be reminder to ourselves, the community, and visitors that we refuse to forget, or let happen again, the violent murder of a wonderful man for no reason. 1/9/2021 5:05 PM 854 So current and future residents will reflect on our community values.1/9/2021 5:02 PM 855 it would be horrible to be against it 1/9/2021 5:00 PM 856 Because I support anti-racism and because I live in the neighborhood 1/9/2021 4:58 PM 857 To honor and correct a grave disservice to a life that was taken too soon and should be a reminder of our determination to see the humanity of each person in our community as deserving of grace and always strive to set aside systemic and fractured bias. 1/9/2021 4:56 PM 858 Honorary naming validates the memory of a man who was murdered by police. Yanez was not a court and jury and it wasn’t up to him to decide the fate of Castillo. The police offered no assistance as the world watched a man die. This cannot be excused or forgotten. I live in Roseville off Roselawn. 1/9/2021 4:50 PM 859 Philando's death was an avoidable, shameful tragedy, but his legacy has inspired so many. This will continue his memory and make sure people know his name. 1/9/2021 4:49 PM 860 He should not have been murdered and he should not be forgotten.1/9/2021 4:39 PM 861 As a reminder of what authoritarian policing can do 1/9/2021 4:38 PM 862 Philando Castille was killed in a senseless incident and the only way we can keep this in mind as we move towards police reform is if we honor him loudly and publicly. 1/9/2021 4:37 PM 863 We need to honor the victims of tragedies, and let their names fuel the progress of humanity.1/9/2021 4:34 PM 864 So people don’t forget the murder and let it become just another tragedy we forget about 1/9/2021 4:32 PM 865 Because he was reaching for his wallet not his gun. I know how hard it is to get my phone out of my right pocket with the seatbelt still on. 1/9/2021 4:27 PM 866 He was an honorable man.1/9/2021 4:20 PM 867 Philando deserves to be recognized and appreciated as a human being who took care of children in SPPS. 1/9/2021 4:20 PM 868 To remember the fight for racial equality and justice 1/9/2021 4:16 PM 869 To always remember, learn from, grow with, and respect his memory and the event and where our country is in history. 1/9/2021 4:15 PM 870 His murder needs to be a reminder that racial profiling and discrimination in policing isn't just a problem in some other state: it happens in our neighborhood too. 1/9/2021 4:15 PM 871 The community wants to remember and honor the horrific event that happened 4 years ago.1/9/2021 4:12 PM 872 Because what happened to him was a tragedy. It shouldn’t have happened. I think this should be a memorial for the family and children he worked with that he was stolen from 1/9/2021 4:04 PM 873 Falcon Heights mismanagement in not bothering to monitor policing irregularities in their city limits is partially what led to Castile's death, so I'm all for an honorary street renaming! 1/9/2021 3:43 PM 874 xxx 1/9/2021 3:24 PM 875 It demonstrates our community's commitment to racial justice, which existed before but was catalyzed by Philando's killing by police in our city 1/9/2021 3:21 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 37 / 39 876 Because the violence faced by Mr. Castille, and all Black and Brown people must be remembered/never forgotten. SAY THEIR NAME. 1/9/2021 3:15 PM 877 To remember the tragedy that occurred at that location.1/9/2021 3:11 PM 878 We need to acknowledge the terrible toll that racial bias has played in the history of our community. 1/9/2021 3:07 PM 879 Lest we forget the lessons we should have learned. We need to remember and do better.1/9/2021 3:04 PM 880 To honor a man that was wrongfully murdered.1/9/2021 3:04 PM 881 Philando Castile deserved to live, not to be murdered by the police. The least we can do is to not forget him. 1/9/2021 3:00 PM 882 a man was murdered and justice was not served. this is literally, literally, the LEAST the city can do. 1/9/2021 2:46 PM 883 Never forget 1/9/2021 2:44 PM 884 This was a tragedy and he should be remembered.1/9/2021 2:29 PM 885 It’s important to memorialize our history so we don’t repeat it and can teach our children what lessons we’ve learned from in our community 1/9/2021 2:27 PM 886 To keep his spirit alive, to own our racism and it’s impact, and to vow to do better 1/9/2021 2:25 PM 887 BLM 1/9/2021 2:24 PM 888 Philando was a kind human whose life didn’t deserve to end the way it did. Honoring him in this way keeps the dialogue about his life and death open, hopefully as a path to change. 1/9/2021 2:23 PM 889 Why not? The man was shot to death for telling a law enforcement officer that he was *carrying* a weapon. He was not a threat. He did everything he was supposed to do, yet was still killed. He deserves recognition, with or without having a memorial already. 1/9/2021 2:20 PM 890 So we never forget a great injustice and do better in the future.1/9/2021 2:19 PM 891 Philando contributed to the community and was killed unjustly. It would be just to name a portion of the community he helped after him. 1/9/2021 2:16 PM 892 We should honor those who have sparked a large amount of change and discussion to move our community in a better direction. 1/9/2021 2:15 PM 893 It will help us remember. Remember that racism is in our community. Remember to continue to act toward justice. 1/9/2021 2:07 PM 894 Honor someone who’s life was cut tragically short and now has helped inspire a movement 1/9/2021 2:05 PM 895 His death was shameful and a stain on us all. He should be remembered forever.1/9/2021 2:03 PM 896 To honor Philando Castile who was taken too soon and a commitment to root out systemic racism in our community. 1/9/2021 1:59 PM 897 This is my community 1/9/2021 1:55 PM 898 I disagree with how and why he was shot and killed, I think this is a very special thing to do.1/9/2021 1:52 PM 899 Philando Castile should not be forgotten. He was innocent and a pillar of the community. Children in the future should learn his story when they ask about the name of the avenue. 1/9/2021 1:51 PM 900 It’s the least we can do as a community to honor Mr. Castile.1/9/2021 1:48 PM 901 It is the right thing to do 1/9/2021 1:47 PM 902 It’s a more permanent way of remembering Philando and the struggle for racial justice.1/9/2021 1:45 PM 903 My kids attend JJ Hill school and we live in the Como neighborhood and attend Falcon Heights UCC church. We drive on Larpenteur avenue to run many of our errands and support the honorary name as a way to remember the horrible tragedy in our community and so we will never forget that we need to keep being active in social and racial justice to create a more equitable world for all. 1/9/2021 1:43 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 38 / 39 904 About time.1/9/2021 1:38 PM 905 We must never forget. It’s only right to honor him, esp after the damage to is memorial recently. 1/9/2021 1:35 PM 906 It would be a more permanent way to honor his memory.1/9/2021 1:33 PM 907 To honor the memory of a member of our community who was unjustly killed by a member of our police force. 1/9/2021 1:32 PM 908 To keep his name and legacy in the forefront of our minds.1/9/2021 1:24 PM 909 Because what happened to Mr. Castile was terrible and we need to remember history to help us not repeat it. 1/9/2021 1:20 PM 910 I live on Larpenteur. Although I am white, I want racism to be called out, and addressed. Philando should not have lost his life this way. Let’s honor him! 1/9/2021 1:19 PM 911 Doing this permanently would signal that we honor the life of Philando Castile and that what happened to him was unacceptable and tragic. It helps ensure that his life and death are not forgotten. 1/9/2021 1:17 PM 912 it was one of the worst police killings and has been mostly forgotten 1/9/2021 11:46 AM 913 I believe it's important to acknowledge the death of Philando Castile as he died at the hands of the law. 1/9/2021 10:22 AM 914 Recognizing an historic event that impacted the community 1/9/2021 10:21 AM 915 This was a tragic event in the history of our country and it happened right here in falcon heights at the hands of police officers paid by our community. Honorary street naming would be a reminder to “never forget” what happened here. 1/9/2021 10:01 AM 916 I am strongly against police violence and in favor of elevating POC voices and the memory of victims. 1/9/2021 9:53 AM 917 Mr. Castile should be honored and remembered permanently. Someday his memorial will fade, so please put him on the map for good. 1/9/2021 9:36 AM 918 To promote remembering what happened 1/9/2021 9:35 AM 919 It’s the absolute least we can do 1/9/2021 9:33 AM 920 Philando was a positive force in the community and deserves to be remembered.1/9/2021 9:05 AM 921 What happened with Philando Castile was a tragic event, and his name needs to be memorialized as a reminder of this sad situation. 1/9/2021 8:08 AM 922 We should remember him and remember what happened.1/9/2021 6:35 AM 923 It gives the city a chance to honor a good man who prematurely lost his life.1/9/2021 6:21 AM 924 Anything to show that we have not forgotten him and honor the man he was is something we should do as a community. Additionally, it is a low cost/effort way to honor him, so it seems like a no-brainer. 1/9/2021 6:11 AM 925 It serves as a reminder to what happened to Philando and keeps his memory alive.1/8/2021 10:01 PM 926 History needs to remember what happened here.1/8/2021 9:43 PM 927 Injustice 1/8/2021 8:47 PM 928 I live 2 blocks from where Mr Castile was killed. I attend his annual memorial service. Several Black members of our community that Larpenteur Ave was for decades as the Line which Blacks were harassed for traveling on or north of this street Justice would be demonstrated by naming a portion of the street after Mr Castile. 1/8/2021 7:53 PM 929 For rememberance 1/8/2021 7:45 PM 930 It will remind us of the importance of justice and our pursuit of equality and inclusion. It will honor Philando. 1/8/2021 6:19 PM 931 It shows falcon heights doesn’t stand for police brutality.1/8/2021 5:55 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 39 / 39 932 It is a wonderful idea to honor him and all of us who live near. Love .this idea 1/8/2021 5:53 PM 933 Why not! It's a great way to commemorate Mr. Castile 1/8/2021 5:31 PM 934 I'm fine with it.1/8/2021 5:17 PM 935 To show respect for Philando Castile, to show we remember him.1/8/2021 5:08 PM 936 We need to remember this horrific moment in our community's history and constantly be reminded of how much we need to improve and do better when it comes to racial injustice and violence. 1/8/2021 5:02 PM 937 We should remember Mr. Castile and work to change the things that led to this tragedy.1/8/2021 5:00 PM 938 Philando should not be forgotten.1/8/2021 4:54 PM 939 He was killed by a police officer who got off!1/8/2021 4:46 PM 940 Many reasons first and most importantly ,to help us all remember that he was killed and. if we listen first and believe all people are of value, he would still be alive. we need to remember and honor his memory so we can learn from this tragedy. 1/8/2021 4:46 PM 941 I'm marginally in favor. I don't think it's enough and can go either way but at the end of the day I think it's better than almost anything that's been done thus far. 1/8/2021 4:35 PM 942 Honoring Philando's sacrifice towards the broader evolution through racial issues by our country. 1/8/2021 4:34 PM BLANK PAGE Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 1 / 37 Q3 Please tell us why you are not in support of the honorary naming. Answered: 953 Skipped: 966 Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 2 / 37 #RESPONSES DATE 1 I am in support 1/27/2021 9:24 PM 2 I AM 1/27/2021 9:09 PM 3 At this time I don’t think it is appropriate...plain and simple 1/27/2021 4:21 PM 4 N/a 1/27/2021 1:49 PM 5 n/a 1/27/2021 1:07 PM 6 The facts of the case don't merit honoring someone who was impaired and in possession of an illegal substance. It was tragic what happened, but actions have consequences. 1/27/2021 10:43 AM 7 I dont feel he should have a street named after him just because he was shot by a cop. He wasnt listening to the cop, if he would have listened he probably would not have been shot 1/27/2021 8:26 AM 8 Why honor somebody who was not a law abiding citizen??1/27/2021 7:31 AM 9 Too Confusing in regards to Navigating!!! Leave it be!!!1/27/2021 7:23 AM 10 Instead of a street being renamed there should be a memorial site.1/27/2021 7:21 AM 11 A community shouldn't name street after people who have criminal history and remove names of people that have done good things for the community. Costs and confusion in process. Racist? Would this be happening if a Caucasian had been shot by police, like the woman in Mpls., who had called to report a possible crime?(Justine) 1/27/2021 7:20 AM 12 There are many many more individuals that have contributed more to this city and the state that have done more of note than an individual who failed to follow the directives of a plice officer. He did not deserve to die, but he does not rise to the level of a civic memorial. 1/27/2021 7:14 AM 13 Although he was found not guilty, he was a drug addict. I don’t believe we should honor drug addicts. 1/27/2021 7:11 AM 14 This is unnecessary and does nothing to help in systemic racism prevalent across this country. 1/27/2021 7:11 AM 15 I think it sets a bad precedent for any future tragedy within the city.1/27/2021 7:11 AM 16 Seriously?1/27/2021 7:10 AM 17 Taxpayer cost 1/27/2021 7:10 AM 18 Why is it necessary? Why do we always need to rename something to honor somebody?1/27/2021 7:10 AM 19 Na 1/27/2021 7:10 AM 20 N/A 1/27/2021 7:10 AM 21 It is nothing to honor. Mistakes were made. If the name changes for this shooting then all other shootings will eventually want changes. Domino effect 1/27/2021 7:09 AM 22 He was a criminal 1/27/2021 7:08 AM 23 He’s a criminal. Enough said.1/27/2021 6:49 AM 24 Castles past criminal behavior.1/27/2021 6:39 AM 25 why dont you solve the crime problem here and not the name of the street problem. he was worthless criminal. 1/27/2021 6:39 AM 26 We don’t need to keep honoring criminals! Enough already!!1/27/2021 6:29 AM 27 He was a criminal. When he was shot he was driving around with a child, loaded gun, big bag of drugs, open bottle. It would be a disgrace to rename Larpenteur Ave. after him. Philando's news story was so full of misinformation and lack of actual details about him. He was also known to sell drugs to kids at the school he worked at. The fact that so many people are in support of this is sad and a disgrace. 1/27/2021 6:25 AM 28 He was a criminal with a record a mile long. He had no respect for authority and had he been a law abiding citizen who followed the rules like rest of society, he wouldn't be dead. 1/27/2021 6:23 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 3 / 37 29 He is not the fine up standing person that everyone is making him out to be 1/27/2021 6:11 AM 30 N/A 1/27/2021 6:10 AM 31 He was a criminal who should have followed officers demands.1/27/2021 6:09 AM 32 I don't think we should name streets via mob rule.1/27/2021 6:09 AM 33 Honorary Naming is no different then having a statue!nif statues are wrong then so is an honorary street sign! 1/27/2021 6:09 AM 34 I'm not 1/27/2021 6:08 AM 35 the guy was a criminal 1/27/2021 6:08 AM 36 I don't think we should be honoring drug users, even if it is just marijuana, which is still an illegal drug in Minnesota. So he was breaking the law. We also shouldn't be honoring people for not obeying police directives (show us your hands, don't reach for the gun he told them he had) because this lack of following orders throws up a "red flag" that seems to almost always be present in these police shooting incidents. If orders were followed in the first place, police would have nothing to be suspicious of and things would probably have turned out very different. 1/27/2021 6:04 AM 37 It is disrespectful of all law enforcement, and I think it encourages others who have incidents with law enforcement a sense of entitlement. 1/27/2021 5:22 AM 38 I don't feel its necessary and Larpenteur Ave is a historic ave and feel it should be left alone. I realize it's for a stretch of it and not the whole ave. I would rename a stretch of a smaller side street, or the streetvin front of the families house. Thank you. 1/27/2021 5:14 AM 39 Waste for a person to name after 1/27/2021 5:13 AM 40 It is more about this council’s priorities than it is about the naming. Basic city functions such as infrastructure and public safety are not being addressed. Streets are in disrepair, park structures are deteriorating, crime is rising and Ramsey County admits it cannot protect us, and we now are depending on St Paul for our fire protection. This council needs to refocus and get back to the basics of local government. If the City wants to rename part of Larpenteur then it should be approaching St Anthony and Lauderdale as partners. Falcon Heights was not alone in this tragedy yet we continue to act as if we are. Mr Castille was killed by a St Anthony employee who was purportedly investigating a crime committed in Lauderdale. Those cities, especially St Anthony which hired, trained, and supervised the officer, need to step up are start owning their roles in this. 1/26/2021 8:19 AM 41 I honestly don’t really care that much. What bothers me is that you are listening to people who not only don’t live in Falcon Heights, but have no actual vested interest in it. What happened to Philando Castile was tragic, and I think it was criminal. But it was the St Anthony police who were investigating a crime in Lauderdale (whether it was the robbery or traffic violation) and it just happened to be in Falcon Heights when he was pulled over. We citizens of Falcon Heights should not have to be continuously punished for this incident. The city council’s perpetual focus on this has cost us higher taxes and our safe streets and now the fire department. By safe streets I’m talking about the constant car break-ins and thefts of both catalytic converters and cars - in broad daylight. The Ramsey County Sheriff is nowhere to be found except the parking lot at the golf course. Pretty soon people will be asking why we are even our own city anymore because the City Council only cares about what happened in July 6, 2016. I would like the city council to start focusing on things like fixing the streets, plowing them curb to curb and making our streets safer again. 1/25/2021 12:34 PM 42 I have no objection to the renaming.1/23/2021 8:42 AM 43 Non deserving of this honor.1/22/2021 11:51 PM 44 The shooting was determined justified by the courts. Perhaps it should be named after the police officer who was put in the horrible position of having to make that decision. 1/22/2021 9:14 PM 45 n/a 1/22/2021 5:23 PM 46 Why are we honoring a pedophile. He was going to be arrested the next day for touching little kids. 1/22/2021 4:17 PM 47 While tragic, Philando’s death was an accident. I don’t find it necessary to name streets,1/22/2021 4:17 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 4 / 37 buildings, or parks after everyone who dies tragically. I feel this to be the case especially because before his death he was no different than any other citizen, as far as lifetime achievement, or contribution goes. 48 Don’t place criminals on pedestals or street signs 1/22/2021 4:12 PM 49 He may have been good to the kids, but he was also a career criminal 1/22/2021 4:06 PM 50 Pathetic 1/22/2021 4:05 PM 51 There is no reason to do this, it’s silly!! How about the cops that die in the line of duty...1/22/2021 1:58 PM 52 Enough attention has been paid to this event 1/22/2021 1:23 AM 53 A lot of people do a lot for their communities. This incident was a tragic mistake, but I don't want to be reminded of it by seeing street signs posted in that area. My kids used to get on the school bus at that corner when they were children. I am not sure what message that sends to young children now who may get on school busses there (when they have school again). This could set a precedence for more sections of streets to be named for more people. It seems to me that Philando was smoking marijuana in the car too. To me this is not a good role model. It's not like he was Kirby Pucket or Martin Luther King Jr. How many of the people signing the petition live in the neighborhood? Perhaps there could be a renaming near or at the school where he worked instead of the street where he died. 1/21/2021 10:02 PM 54 Rather than change the name of a major thoroughfare, maybe have a scholarship or permanent monument at the site. 1/21/2021 9:21 AM 55 Why do we need a street named after him? There is already a memorial. Do you have streets named after police officers who have died on duty? 1/20/2021 12:20 PM 56 political pander 1/20/2021 8:40 AM 57 N/A 1/20/2021 7:52 AM 58 Mr. Castile was a dealer of marijuana at his work place 1/19/2021 8:53 PM 59 He was engaged in a criminal act at the time of his death. We should not memorialize his bad act even though he was tragically killed. 1/19/2021 8:29 PM 60 I realize you re no doubt getting pressure from Castilles Family to make this change. When I think of renaming something in someones honor, I usually look at the fact that that person was outstanding in our society. Castillo and George Floyd were far from outstanding, they were both a couple of druggies. I realize that Castille worked in a school, he was also smoking pot in a car with a young child. Please don't give in to this crazy request. The memorial is enough to make a person puke. I use to lie over on Larpenter and Falcon Heights is such a lovely part of the city. I hd a niece who lived in Falcon Heights. 1/19/2021 8:29 PM 61 I don’t believe the place where he died a horrible awful death should be the place that hones him, it’s a negative and dark thought. I think where he worked and changed lives and brought happiness to people should be what is named after him. Celebrate how he lived not how he died. 1/19/2021 8:17 PM 62 Pointless 1/19/2021 8:07 PM 63 Not a hero, drugs, did not selflessly serve community, city, state, nation 1/19/2021 7:53 PM 64 Why would name a street after a drug user? What message does that send to younger children. Smoke dope and do something stupid like not listen to the police commands. 1/19/2021 6:59 PM 65 He was a criminal and does not deserve any honor.1/19/2021 6:02 PM 66 Not applicable 1/19/2021 5:31 PM 67 Lets just change everything from history to make people feel a certain way.1/19/2021 9:51 AM 68 n/a 1/19/2021 9:37 AM 69 Seems that honorary naming of public spaces should be reserved for those who make a positive impact on their community 1/18/2021 8:47 PM 70 Undeserved 1/18/2021 7:06 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 5 / 37 71 I support the Honorary name 100%1/18/2021 2:07 AM 72 Other ways to honor him than changing road names. Memorial park?1/17/2021 10:36 PM 73 I do not think this is being fiscally responsible in today environment. In addition, renaming streets or putting signs in your yard does not change peoples hearts. This starts in the homes and schools with educating and leading by example. 1/17/2021 2:10 PM 74 You could just have a small plaque indicating the event.1/16/2021 11:47 PM 75 I am in support.1/16/2021 4:38 PM 76 I say do it, but I am not sure that it accomplishes much. In another 100-200 years, they may be another "tearing down" of statues and symbols deemed valuable today. 1/16/2021 2:35 PM 77 I am, generally, however there should be no confusion on maps (there really shouldn't be due to the lack of addresses there). A Google Map acknowledgement would raise international awareness of community support, as well. 1/16/2021 1:28 PM 78 I support the honorary naming.1/16/2021 12:57 PM 79 Racists did a number in the Emmitt Till memorial and continue to violate it.1/16/2021 9:51 AM 80 I am not in favor of honorary naming of most things, yet alone someone who is controversial. I also would prefer any honorary naming was done for someone who did something for society. I’m sorry but a wrongful death is not an accomplishment. This is a political statement by those who have power in our City. It will not serve to unite us. I am sure that my statement that he was controversial will immediately turn off some people, that is the problem, as my opinion will not be considered legitimate. His death was a tragedy and I am in favor of a memorial at the site. 1/15/2021 11:09 PM 81 I am In Support 1/15/2021 9:59 PM 82 -1/15/2021 8:38 PM 83 Support Police not criminals 1/15/2021 7:50 PM 84 Honor? Drug impaired armed motorist facing arrest for gross misdemeanor child endangerment DWI, weapons charge (due to impairment), marijuana in motor vehicle, and other charges; removes his gun knowingly arrest is imminent He died due to his careless acts Not my kids role model. MADD and other victims from DWI believe honoring him would send wrong message. Does Falcon Hghts endorse DWI? If carried through you sure would. Let his school name the street outside the building. 1/15/2021 6:12 PM 85 Confusing with the name change. Keep it the same through the area to maintain understanding. 1/15/2021 5:51 PM 86 I am 100 percent in support 1/15/2021 5:18 PM 87 Larpenteur is a long standing name and should not be changed. There are other ways, such as the existing memorial, to honor philando 1/15/2021 5:11 PM 88 It’s time to move on and let everyone involved heal. He was not listening to simple police commands and the officer deserved to go home as well. It could have ended differently. 1/15/2021 4:57 PM 89 It will be making him a martyr. He wasn’t a humanitarian. He worked in a school cafeteria and he had a criminal record. 1/15/2021 4:54 PM 90 Once we start this, there will be many more requests and where do you draw the line??1/15/2021 4:48 PM 91 What has he done to be honored. There are better people to be honored that actually DID something for the community. 1/15/2021 4:38 PM 92 NA 1/15/2021 4:38 PM 93 I support a permanent memorial at the site.1/15/2021 4:22 PM 94 I support renaming.1/15/2021 4:17 PM 95 N/A 1/15/2021 3:55 PM 96 I am in support of it.1/15/2021 1:15 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 6 / 37 97 i am 100% in support 1/15/2021 11:57 AM 98 To honor a citizen killed by police, and remind all of us of this tragic, historic event.1/15/2021 11:35 AM 99 N/A 1/15/2021 8:49 AM 100 I am in support of the honorary naming.1/15/2021 7:57 AM 101 I feel his killing was a tragic and should never have happened. It clearly is a failure of police training and a great injustice. However, I am not in favor of setting a precedent whereby streets are renamed in honor of all those tragically killed. I think a memorial should stand at the site to remind us of our biases, and remind the council to continue to pursue justice in policing. Another thing that occurs to me is that, while the shooting was tragic, he was driving around our streets under the influence of drugs, with drugs in the car, along with a gun in the car. He also had a small child in backseat of the car. I am just not sure we should name a street after someone who put a child at such risk on the same street. The child did not choose to be in a car with someone under the influence and carrying a gun. 1/15/2021 7:55 AM 102 He was smoking marijuana when he was stopped. He had a a child in the back of his car getting a "contact" high as well. He was absolutely no hero! 1/15/2021 1:04 AM 103 I'm in favor of supporting the honorary naming.1/15/2021 12:23 AM 104 N/A 1/14/2021 11:48 PM 105 I am 100% in support of naming this portion of the street after him.1/14/2021 10:17 PM 106 N/a 1/14/2021 9:43 PM 107 It's not enough 1/14/2021 8:44 PM 108 I am in support of it... Although I think there might be a better version of the memorial name we could use. 1/14/2021 8:30 PM 109 N/A 1/14/2021 8:29 PM 110 I wish it would be more of the street. Not an honorary naming, but an actual renaming of the entire street. 1/14/2021 7:55 PM 111 it is not necessary 1/14/2021 7:34 PM 112 It's a wasteful expenditure that doesn't bring the victim back, when there are live humans suffering in the present. 1/14/2021 7:31 PM 113 Honorary name is appropriate as street name for a person who is patriotic and served his/her country. 1/14/2021 7:21 PM 114 An honor such as this should be reserved for honorees who have supported community to a far greater extent. This is in no way meant to belittle Castile. It is simply to say that the circumstances of his life and tragic passing do not warrant such an honor. 1/14/2021 7:19 PM 115 The downside to me is the risk of seeming to condone driving under the influence of drugs with a child in the car. I still think we should do it but it is a risk. 1/14/2021 7:17 PM 116 This page appears to be displayed in error because I indicated I am in support of the honorary naming. 1/14/2021 6:57 PM 117 There is no reason for this to happen. The peace garden is enough.1/14/2021 6:48 PM 118 N/A 1/14/2021 6:28 PM 119 Na 1/14/2021 6:28 PM 120 No reason for special honor. An unfortunate death due to another person not complying with police officer commands. 1/14/2021 5:37 PM 121 I disagree with the standard characterization of Mr. Castillo. In addition, he did not live in Falcon Heights. 1/14/2021 2:48 PM 122 It was a justified shooting. I won't honor someone who did not take repeated direction from an Officer of the Law, especially right after admitting he had a gun. He then started putting his hand towards his pocket and the officer repeatedly told him No but he continued. The Officer 1/14/2021 1:33 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 7 / 37 felt threatened for his life. In conceal to carry class one learns to admit they have a weapon and to keep both hands high and plainly visible on the steering wheel until directed by the Officer to do otherwise. Oh.. and smoking dope in the car with a young child in the backseat. No. This person does not deserve honor. 123 I’d honor a veteran or a police officer, or the man that worked at Stillwater prison and was killed they should be honored!!! 1/14/2021 12:14 PM 124 Na 1/14/2021 9:26 AM 125 Keep it the same and put money into his site.1/14/2021 9:21 AM 126 I am in support.1/14/2021 8:38 AM 127 I do support it.1/14/2021 8:30 AM 128 I am in support 1/14/2021 8:21 AM 129 .1/14/2021 7:47 AM 130 Traffic death should not be a criteria for renaming a street. Rename it for someone kids should aspire to be. 1/14/2021 6:04 AM 131 But I am in support of the honorary naming.1/14/2021 12:23 AM 132 N/A 1/13/2021 11:29 PM 133 Why would we honor someone who was not a hero. He died tragically, and a terrible situation however not a valid reason to name a street after him 1/13/2021 11:10 PM 134 Does not apply.1/13/2021 11:00 PM 135 I believe a better way is make a memorial with a reflection bench that can be enjoyed and the history of what happened presented. 1/13/2021 10:54 PM 136 By his own choice, he was under the influence of an illegal substance which impaired his judgement to make the right legal choice. He was unable to follow simple directions. This caused him to put his family the officer and the public in danger and unable to follow simple commands. He was at fault 100%. I DO NOT AGREE to immortalize any person or their family and friends who believe it's ok to not hold anyone accountable for the choices they make when a crime is committed, or someone gets hurt. 1/13/2021 10:17 PM 137 I am only in favor 1/13/2021 9:26 PM 138 Blank 1/13/2021 9:25 PM 139 Falcon Heights was NOT his community. He didn't live there.1/13/2021 9:22 PM 140 No need to name streets after everyone we feel like.1/13/2021 9:16 PM 141 He was smoking marijuana in a car with a child. Did not follow police orders and ultimately paid the price of losing his life. Why not let the police officer and his family move on without having to constantly be reminded of this tragedy. I pay taxes in this county and and DO NOT SUPPORT this! 1/13/2021 8:59 PM 142 Everybody knows Larpenteur. It will create confusion just like the name change to Lake Calhoun. 1/13/2021 8:15 PM 143 Let the past be the past and stop all the grandstanding by the City Council.1/13/2021 7:48 PM 144 He was told three times not to go for it ( the gun in his possession ) the instructor he had for his permit to carry testified he had been taught the laws about carrying a gun! Inform the police officer hands on the dash or on the steering wheel, not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, not transporting drugs under the front seat. Sorry he died was not the police officers fault that he made so many wrong decisions. I don’t know why you would name a street after him. 1/13/2021 7:40 PM 145 Would like more details of. The circumstances surrounding the slaying .1/13/2021 5:23 PM 146 He was high which made it illegal for him to even have a gun on him 1/13/2021 5:20 PM 147 I am in support of honor the naming 1/13/2021 5:13 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 8 / 37 148 Because the Larpenteur family settled Como Park. They built bridges of respectful communication with the Sioux, who had a trail through the area. They sold that land to the Italian gentleman who turned it into Como Park the year before MN became a state. 1/13/2021 5:03 PM 149 I am in support of the honorary name 1/13/2021 2:23 PM 150 N/A 1/13/2021 2:08 PM 151 N/A 1/13/2021 12:25 PM 152 N/A 1/13/2021 11:53 AM 153 Castile is not a hero.1/13/2021 11:48 AM 154 N/A 1/13/2021 10:15 AM 155 This is a simple we we can honor him.1/13/2021 9:07 AM 156 NA 1/13/2021 9:04 AM 157 I am in support of it. We can't lose sight of his senseless death 1/13/2021 7:58 AM 158 I'm in support.1/13/2021 7:52 AM 159 I am in support of it.1/13/2021 12:38 AM 160 I M IN SUPPORT OF MR.P.CASTILE 1/13/2021 12:32 AM 161 NA 1/13/2021 12:24 AM 162 He was not an upstanding citizen. He was driving high, with a loaded weapon in the vehicle and a minor in the backseat. 1/12/2021 11:52 PM 163 It's offensive and inflamatory and will do nothing but divide us all.1/12/2021 11:31 PM 164 N/A 1/12/2021 11:19 PM 165 N/A 1/12/2021 10:43 PM 166 It keeps an unhappy incident associated with our small city permanently.1/12/2021 10:38 PM 167 The naming of a street should be reserved for true honor...gallantry, bravery, local folks who rose to great heights. His death was a tragedy and the garden along larpenteur is a good and lasting testament to that. We do not need to name streets after tragic deaths. 1/12/2021 10:31 PM 168 Because it’s unnecessary and only going to further community divide.1/12/2021 9:07 PM 169 I am in support 1/12/2021 9:02 PM 170 St. Paul is tough enough to get around in as it is .1/12/2021 8:56 PM 171 Don't name anything after someone who is so stupid to pull out a gun after an officer tells you not to 1/12/2021 8:05 PM 172 Because if you start honoring people , all the street names have to change for all people 1/12/2021 8:03 PM 173 N/a 1/12/2021 7:33 PM 174 Nope 1/12/2021 7:27 PM 175 N/A 1/12/2021 7:05 PM 176 He was driving a car and carrying a fire arm while high on drugs, both which are illegal. He was so high he could not follow police instructions. Why name a road after a person like that. 1/12/2021 6:12 PM 177 Will draw negative attention to the town 1/12/2021 4:48 PM 178 I worry a bit that naming things in his honor is insignificant compared to the lack of justice in how his death was treated. 1/12/2021 4:34 PM 179 Streets are named after a place of persons that are special or memorable. This is neither 1/12/2021 4:03 PM 180 We can’t rename streets for everyone that was killed . How do we pick and choose who gets a street or part of a street named for them. 1/12/2021 2:15 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 9 / 37 181 I am in support.1/12/2021 1:50 PM 182 He is not worthy. It weakens the honour of a street name 1/12/2021 1:38 PM 183 confusion for visitors 1/12/2021 1:16 PM 184 N/a 1/12/2021 1:01 PM 185 I support alternatives to remember this tragic event.1/12/2021 12:42 PM 186 n/a 1/12/2021 12:04 PM 187 Drug dealer 1/12/2021 12:02 PM 188 Leave the street names alone. Mr. Larpenteur is who it's already named after. We aren't renaming our other streets after all the other murder victims in Minnesota, for example all the female victims of domestic violence. 1/12/2021 11:59 AM 189 na 1/12/2021 11:39 AM 190 It is unfortunate and a tragedy that he was killed. But nor does his personal accomplishments warrant a street being named after him. 1/12/2021 11:23 AM 191 He didn’t listen to officers.1/12/2021 11:20 AM 192 I am in support of the honorary naming.1/12/2021 11:14 AM 193 My grandparents were the 2nd people to build their home on the 1700 block of Albert St. in 1930. He died of cancer in 1954, but she lived in her house until she died in 1995. Then, I lived there while I attended college, at the U of M. A few years later we finally sold the house. Our family has a LONG history in Falcon Heights. Streets should be named after people who have achieved great things. I was already against the endless building of monuments to constantly remind us of certain things. I can't stand the 9-11 anniversary every year. It's SO hyperbolic & dramatic & it's being used to manipulate people into thinking a certain way. It's disgusting that St. Anthony officer Jeronimo Yanez murdered Philando Castile, but many people have been murdered, both by police & by others, including in domestic violence by their own husbands & children beaten to death by their own mother like just happened in St. Paul w/ the Vangs. So, no, I do not believe that we should be renaming streets after murder victims. Frankly, at this point, I'd like to see streets named after things in our natural environment since there is no Planet B and no living being can live without clean air, clean water, clean soil to grow our food. I'm sick to death of the HUMAN CENTRIC NARCISSISM. We should name streets after ecological things like animals & bodies of water, etc. because CLEARLY self-centered humans are in desperate need of a constant reminder that we are killing our only home planet, our Mother Earth, & all the other living beings & their habitats w/ our endless greed & self centeredness. 1/12/2021 10:34 AM 194 n/a 1/12/2021 10:28 AM 195 Although, the killing of Philandro was terrible and unjustified I don't believe he should be honored in this way. Hopefully we can find another way to honor him. 1/12/2021 9:55 AM 196 The street already has a name that is legal for maps-gps-etc and he is not worthy of a street named after him. We would run out of streets if we rename streets for people that have died - plus he is not to be considered a martyr to receive any honor. 1/12/2021 9:53 AM 197 Does not meet standard for honorary naming: Those who have made contributions in arts, science, religion, entertainment, business or generously volunteered their time and efforts for the betterment of the city, state, nation or world, or have served with distinction in the U.S. armed forces or community safety forces for the protection of the community and county along with those known for outstanding public service 1/12/2021 9:41 AM 198 Naming a street should be saved for law abiding citizens. Period. This is an absolute abomination. 1/12/2021 9:37 AM 199 n/a 1/12/2021 9:36 AM 200 Old street names should left as is 1/12/2021 9:30 AM 201 N/a 1/12/2021 9:28 AM 202 Blank 1/12/2021 9:21 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 10 / 37 203 not necessary 1/12/2021 9:15 AM 204 I am in support!!1/12/2021 9:11 AM 205 N/A 1/12/2021 8:54 AM 206 This recognition should be reserved for law abiding citizens who comply with instructions from law enforcement officers. 1/12/2021 8:29 AM 207 inconvenient 1/12/2021 8:21 AM 208 I live very near the location of the proposed change and feel strongly that Castile was not someone to be honored, his conduct was deplorable. This was not a person we should honor and hold up as a role model. He had zero regard for the law or respect for authority. Is that really what we as a community want to honor? 1/12/2021 6:23 AM 209 N/A, I support it 1/12/2021 4:58 AM 210 Because I’m not racist. I am in support 1/12/2021 4:18 AM 211 I don’t want to be mess up my physical permanent address I am living on this street. changing address which will make us a lot of work and time. 1/12/2021 1:01 AM 212 Based on the court decision if the officer not guilty b 1/12/2021 12:42 AM 213 N/a 1/11/2021 11:37 PM 214 I AM IN SUPPORT OF HONORARY NAMING 1/11/2021 11:15 PM 215 It was unfortunate that he was killed but he did nothing to deserve having the street named in his honor. He was smoking pot with his child in the car. 1/11/2021 10:50 PM 216 He was high on Weed. Buying more weed with a toddler in the backseat of his car that was missing a taillight. He couldn't understand basic police instructions. He didn't deserve to die--of course. But he was breaking the law several times over, what is the point of naming a street after him? 1/11/2021 10:34 PM 217 I am in honor 1/11/2021 10:00 PM 218 To remember one whose life was cut short 1/11/2021 9:58 PM 219 N/A 1/11/2021 9:57 PM 220 inappropriate 1/11/2021 9:51 PM 221 the name of the street is Larpenteur 1/11/2021 9:42 PM 222 I support the change.1/11/2021 9:36 PM 223 He was no hero.1/11/2021 9:35 PM 224 I support it.1/11/2021 9:03 PM 225 The police officer did nothing wrong , Castille was shot reaching for a weapon, and is not deserving of any honor. 1/11/2021 8:56 PM 226 NA 1/11/2021 8:45 PM 227 Would be more appropriate to name part of the school where he worked after him. I don't feel it warrants a street named after him. 1/11/2021 8:39 PM 228 I am in support 1/11/2021 8:24 PM 229 Na 1/11/2021 8:23 PM 230 N/a 1/11/2021 8:15 PM 231 Believe such a change would be unnecessary and confusing.1/11/2021 8:11 PM 232 I have respect for the law and he didnt’t. Let’s name latpenteur “Fight for the Blue Blvd”.1/11/2021 8:00 PM 233 Because he could not follow directions of a police officer. Had he followed the directions he would still be alive. Totally disrespect the police officer. 1/11/2021 7:49 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 11 / 37 234 N/A 1/11/2021 7:23 PM 235 Because a lot of people have died and this does not happen for them and when seeing the video of what happen i do not know what happened in that car that made that officer so fearful. And we never will know the truth. And it is just to make people feel better when we dont know the truth. 1/11/2021 6:50 PM 236 If you had been wrongfully murdered on a street in a city that didn't honor you or denied justice to you, would you want your name affiliated with that said street or city.... I think not and it's a insult, it's just something to make the government officials of falcon heights feel good about themselves, to pacify thier conscience because they know they murdered him in cold blood. 1/11/2021 6:44 PM 237 Discusting that we support a criminal just because of his color...1/11/2021 6:29 PM 238 n/a 1/11/2021 6:27 PM 239 n/a 1/11/2021 6:20 PM 240 Criminals do not deserve any recognition.1/11/2021 6:15 PM 241 Not worthy of such given the facts of the case.1/11/2021 5:36 PM 242 Makes already confusing street naming in the area more confusing.1/11/2021 5:32 PM 243 The positive contributions to St.Paul by A.L. Larpenteur are significant. The family is an important part of our history. 1/11/2021 5:27 PM 244 We have to stop renaming things. Leave things alone.1/11/2021 5:25 PM 245 i am in full support 1/11/2021 5:22 PM 246 don't believe it deserves a good enough reason to be change. when a roseville police officer was killed in the early 80's in falcon heights no street name was changed for him 1/11/2021 4:34 PM 247 I feel that in order for a person to have a street named after them in Falcon Heights (even a honorary name) they should have had some important or vital contribution to our community. He worked in and contributed in St. Paul but not Falcon Heights. While it is unfortunate that this tragedy happened in Falcon Heights, that is his only connection to our community. I feel that the current memorial is sufficient to honor his memory. 1/11/2021 4:33 PM 248 I AM in support.1/11/2021 4:32 PM 249 I don't feel it is appropriate.1/11/2021 4:25 PM 250 He didn't follow officers orders 1/11/2021 4:11 PM 251 It was unfortunate that a young man was killed, but does not necessitate a new street name.1/11/2021 4:07 PM 252 It is unnecessary 1/11/2021 4:03 PM 253 He doesn’t deserve a street named after him.1/11/2021 4:01 PM 254 Philando Castille at the time of traffic stop had a handgun in his lap and created an armed confrontation with Police, he was suspected as a possible individual who had committed numerous armed robberies in the area and vehicle matched suspect vehicle in robberies. Castille had a criminal record. Tax Payers should be outraged about this street renaming and to do so is just another slap in face of the men and women who taxpayers pay to protect them and society. 1/11/2021 3:57 PM 255 x 1/11/2021 3:52 PM 256 A waste of tax money!1/11/2021 3:36 PM 257 I support the honorary naming. I feel many people who do not support regularly express racist viewpoints that do not align with the values of Minnesota. 1/11/2021 3:10 PM 258 I do not support martyrdom in my community.1/11/2021 3:02 PM 259 Mr Castile is not a hero. His own decisions and mistakes cost him his life. This honor should be reserved for someone who has sacrificed themselves for the betterment of our community. 1/11/2021 2:53 PM 260 why? what did he accomp0lish to deserve such and honor?1/11/2021 2:50 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 12 / 37 261 While I believe in honoring him, I think that this will only incite extremists and negatively effect local residents and businesses. More appropriately, incorporate some form of artwork to not singularly address his tragedy, but all of those effected by a larger more systemic problem. 1/11/2021 2:50 PM 262 N/A 1/11/2021 2:42 PM 263 n/a 1/11/2021 2:35 PM 264 I think a plaque or a scholarship fund is more appropriate.1/11/2021 2:27 PM 265 No reason to: He was high on drugs and the police officer made a legal judgement and took action judged to be legal. Too bad, but his actions brought it on himself. 1/11/2021 2:21 PM 266 If you do it for one you have to do it for all 1/11/2021 2:14 PM 267 He was. A thug 1/11/2021 2:10 PM 268 Because Castile's criminal behavior and refusal to obey the lawful orders of a police officer lead to his death. His martyrdom is an ill-conceived insult to the hardworking taxpayers who support law and order. 1/11/2021 2:03 PM 269 Person wasn't an honorable/special/worthy person. Take down/destroy statues of historical country leaders and honor him? I don't think so. He was a lunchroom supervisor--basically a babysitter. You make it sound like he provided meals for 500 people daily. Way over the top. Not to mention the drugs. Oh, I just did. What a great role model. NOT! 1/11/2021 2:00 PM 270 Not necessary 1/11/2021 1:56 PM 271 I am in support 1/11/2021 1:22 PM 272 We don't believe the situation warrants an honorary name change. If people believe something is needed, have the school he worked at do something. 1/11/2021 1:20 PM 273 Because he was a drug addict and a thief. He was high on marijuana and had stolen cartons of cigarettes in his car. 1/11/2021 1:19 PM 274 NA 1/11/2021 1:00 PM 275 I don't feel criminals should have streets named after them.1/11/2021 12:40 PM 276 Confusing 1/11/2021 12:40 PM 277 want to keep present name.1/11/2021 12:38 PM 278 While his death was tragic, we can not make a precedent of naming or re-naming streets, buildings, etc. just because it may make someone "feel good" or remove some feelings of guilt. the day Philando was shot, I was not so patiently waiting for my electricity to be restored after a violent storm. I was worrying about the food in my fridge and freezer going bad. I wasn't driving around, smoking pot looking for something to do, or whatever. He wasn't a saint, he was a man like many others with flaws and I am very tired of putting people on pedestals just to make someone feel better. I'm also sick of looking at the makeshift memorial on Larpenteur. 1/11/2021 12:20 PM 279 Are we going to do this every time someone is killed?1/11/2021 12:12 PM 280 Please do not name streets for those involved in criminal activity. Name it for a vet from St.Anthony or someone worthwhile. What is the deal with acknowledging criminals? 1/11/2021 12:09 PM 281 Renaming streets is not an appropriate venue for police involved shooting.1/11/2021 12:08 PM 282 N/A 1/11/2021 12:06 PM 283 He doesn't deserve it.1/11/2021 12:05 PM 284 I do support the honorary naming 1/11/2021 12:03 PM 285 We should ALWAYS support policemen and the law.1/11/2021 12:02 PM 286 stop honoring thugs 1/11/2021 12:01 PM 287 What happened to Philandro Castile was tragic and should never have happened. But I don't think we should erase the history of St. Paul by changing names of streets, parks or lakes. The streets are named after people who are figures in our history. Originally named 1/11/2021 11:59 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 13 / 37 Minneapolis Avenue, Larpenteur Avenue was renamed by the Saint Paul City Council in 1904 in honor of Auguste Louis Larpenteur, a fur trader and one of the original 12 citizens in the city of Saint Paul. It was bad enough to see a statue of Christopher Columbus torn down at the state capitol or the renaming of Lake Calhoun but please do not rename streets and thereby forget the history of St. Paul and how it came to be the city it is today. 288 If you made signs to honor everyone who died or did an important thing, besides being costly, there would be a confusion of too many signs all over the place. 1/11/2021 11:52 AM 289 I think if he would have listened to the police to begin with he would not have been shot.1/11/2021 11:52 AM 290 excessive BLM promoting. Not necessary, give him a monument in his neighborhood or a school, but not a name on our public streets 1/11/2021 11:50 AM 291 Home owners and company's will have to change credit cars, DL, bills and other mailing address 1/11/2021 11:50 AM 292 He did nothing to deserve the honor other than be in the wrong place at the wrong time.1/11/2021 11:45 AM 293 Criminal background. Statues are being taken down for criminal background. As are lake being re-named because of it. Be consistent and fair. 1/11/2021 11:43 AM 294 N/A 1/11/2021 11:41 AM 295 We should be honoring individuals who uphold the social contract - this is not one of those cases. I'm sure he was a swell guy but he died as a result of not following officers orders no doubt influenced by his consumption of cannibus in a moving vehicle with a minor in the back seat breathing in the second hand cannibus smoke. 1/11/2021 11:36 AM 296 IT IS JUST WRONG 1/11/2021 11:26 AM 297 N/A 1/11/2021 11:26 AM 298 Many many others that have done so much more that would be a better choice 1/11/2021 11:24 AM 299 Nobody should be honored for breaking the law end or not listening to the police 1/11/2021 11:23 AM 300 Didn't even happen in Falcon Heights 1/11/2021 11:21 AM 301 Racial justice 1/11/2021 11:16 AM 302 I am in support of changing it! Philando Castile deserves it and his family does too!1/11/2021 11:09 AM 303 not the proper reason to rename public property 1/11/2021 11:04 AM 304 Mr. Castille does not have the historic significance to support a renaming of any street for him. Renaming should be limited to very significant individuals in history. Just because he was killed there does not, in and of itself, imply any historical relavancy. As a reminder, while he didn't deserve to be killed, we have to remember his own role in the shooting! 1/11/2021 11:03 AM 305 Even though Philando worked in the school system, he was on drugs and did not follow the police instructions. I have been wondering how he ever passed a drug test for the school system. I am sure there are more deserving people who deserve the honor of having a street named after them. 1/11/2021 11:02 AM 306 Criminal should not be honored.1/11/2021 10:51 AM 307 Why are you naming streets after criminals? Why don’t you name streets after those who died in the line of duty cops or firefighters. Yanno, heroes? 1/11/2021 10:51 AM 308 Because the guy was a career criminal.1/11/2021 10:45 AM 309 Because he was not a model citizen and I think the street name is fine the way it is.1/11/2021 10:42 AM 310 No need to rename street 1/11/2021 10:37 AM 311 Streets don't need to be named after people 1/11/2021 10:36 AM 312 Fuck these thugs!!1/11/2021 10:33 AM 313 I am in support of naming the street in his honor but I know that those on the opposing side would be likely to desecrate his honor by possibly vandalizing any street signs bearing his 1/11/2021 10:23 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 14 / 37 name or committing other negative acts to anything bearing his name. 314 Serves no purpose, his death was tragic but renaming a street for him is useless. How about renaming the Falcon heights city hall for him 1/11/2021 10:15 AM 315 N/A 1/11/2021 10:12 AM 316 NA 1/11/2021 10:09 AM 317 He was a criminal, drinking booze, smoking pot in the vehicle with a little girl in the back seat.1/11/2021 10:08 AM 318 you don't name honor/reward dope smoking idiots.1/11/2021 10:07 AM 319 Why all this renaming???? What a waste of money.1/11/2021 10:07 AM 320 I do not support honoring anyone who abuses drugs 1/11/2021 10:06 AM 321 I would be in support of permanent naming! (More than honorary).1/11/2021 10:05 AM 322 I support the renaming.1/11/2021 10:01 AM 323 He was driving around high on drugs and carrying a gun when he died. Also there was a young child in the car who was exposed to Mr Castiles drugged driving behavior 1/11/2021 10:01 AM 324 Don’t like the idea of renaming streets 1/11/2021 9:58 AM 325 While I’m sure he was a nice guy. I don’t see anything above and beyond what others do everyday. What has he done to deserve to be honored above others? 1/11/2021 9:51 AM 326 The narrative that he was a saint is false, while he did not deserve to die, his choices led to his own fate. Do not continue down this road of Chamberlain-esque appeasement to the left. 1/11/2021 9:49 AM 327 I can't think of any reason we should not do this except for the underlying racism of some. Black Lives Matter !!!!!!!!!!!! 1/11/2021 9:48 AM 328 I am fully in support.1/11/2021 9:47 AM 329 Historically, there is nothing wrong with the current name.1/11/2021 9:44 AM 330 n/a 1/11/2021 9:39 AM 331 Not warranted.1/11/2021 9:37 AM 332 N/A 1/11/2021 9:36 AM 333 Quit honoring people who break the law.1/11/2021 9:27 AM 334 leave it the way that it is, can't go around renaming every road everytime someone dies.1/11/2021 9:23 AM 335 Do we name streets after police officers killed in the line of duty?1/11/2021 9:22 AM 336 Although this young man was killed here, he is not a hero nor was he revered. Time to move past this unfortunate event 1/11/2021 9:21 AM 337 Too confusing to those unfamiliar with a road when part of a road name is changed. Also, there are many other victims in society. We can’t name roads after all of them. For instance, about the woman who called 911 and then was shot dead when she approached the car?? 1/11/2021 9:19 AM 338 NO NEED 1/11/2021 9:18 AM 339 maybe re- name a playground or rec center in his honor.1/11/2021 9:16 AM 340 RIDICULOUS.1/11/2021 9:15 AM 341 right thing to do.1/11/2021 9:13 AM 342 It should be named after the officer, he is a hero.1/11/2021 9:12 AM 343 because he is not a hero 1/11/2021 9:12 AM 344 Not needed.1/11/2021 9:05 AM 345 Consistancy 1/11/2021 9:05 AM 346 I think renaming the street would just be a cause for more unrest.1/11/2021 9:00 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 15 / 37 347 He's a criminal 1/11/2021 8:56 AM 348 He is not a hero, he was a criminal. No pride in that.1/11/2021 8:56 AM 349 I think they should make a Memorial at the school where he worked and made a difference. People in the future or who aren't from Minnesota are just going to drive by that street and not know his story. I also think a memorial at his school,will help his friends,co-workers and students. ThankYou! 1/11/2021 8:50 AM 350 It's pointless 1/11/2021 8:46 AM 351 I do not think it is right to honor someone who did not follow the law 1/11/2021 8:42 AM 352 He is a criminal as he had stolen property in his car when they arrested him.1/11/2021 8:35 AM 353 No reason to 1/11/2021 8:33 AM 354 Xxx 1/11/2021 8:32 AM 355 It is currently named for someone who contributed something to our society. While I do NOT condone Castile's killing, he does not meet that standard. 1/11/2021 8:32 AM 356 He’s a criminal 1/11/2021 8:17 AM 357 It’s a waste of taxpayer dollars for new signage and added hassle to change name in navigation systems. 1/11/2021 8:13 AM 358 N/A 1/11/2021 8:06 AM 359 He had drugs and a gun, a clear violation of his permit. You're glorifying a criminal 1/11/2021 7:56 AM 360 NA 1/11/2021 7:50 AM 361 We can’t keep changing street names for each incident.1/11/2021 7:49 AM 362 N/a 1/11/2021 7:22 AM 363 I AM in support of it!1/11/2021 7:12 AM 364 NA 1/11/2021 6:59 AM 365 I feel like we should only be naming a street after some who has done exceptional work in the community. Some one who has really made a difference. Not because of his tragic death 1/11/2021 6:11 AM 366 Why memorialize someone who was not following commands? His girlfriend live streamed it instead of helping? And then sues the city?! 1/11/2021 6:10 AM 367 He was a criminal, why are you wanting to glorify a criminal.1/11/2021 6:08 AM 368 Too confusing. Keep street names simple.1/11/2021 5:58 AM 369 Because he is not a natrional hero nor has he ever did anything to change Minnesota. Im a blk woman and this is wrong to do . It will cause more division in the community. Blm dose not speak for me !!!! Stop the Marxist way Minnesota!! 1/11/2021 5:57 AM 370 I grew up in Falcon Heights on Lindig St and still go back to my parents house to visit often. The distracting eyesore of a memorial on Larpenteur is already enough. The financial burden of the entire situation has been enough for the tax payers of Falcon Heights. Put the issue to rest. Leave it all well enough alone. 1/11/2021 5:40 AM 371 I am in support of it 1/11/2021 5:29 AM 372 Waste of money 1/11/2021 5:28 AM 373 N/a 1/11/2021 4:26 AM 374 No 1/11/2021 1:56 AM 375 n/a 1/11/2021 12:28 AM 376 I am in support 1/11/2021 12:11 AM 377 I am in support.1/11/2021 12:02 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 16 / 37 378 Name another street philander castle. Too much history behind this street and Dale Street. When giving directions, everybody knows these streets by name. Give city a choice, not just his foundation or groupie should get the ch the choice. MYbe we should rename Rice Street Susan Kelp 1/10/2021 11:50 PM 379 I 100% support it.1/10/2021 11:44 PM 380 Not applicable 1/10/2021 11:44 PM 381 It doesn't do anything. Certain council members have killed anything meaningful. This is just because Councilmember Leehy knows the family. It's like she works for them instead of us. 1/10/2021 11:36 PM 382 Honorary namings are kind of silly; like “we didn’t respect you enough to actually change the name of the street for you, so we fake-named a street for you.” But, better than nothing. 1/10/2021 11:36 PM 383 Just another marketing effort with no meaning.1/10/2021 11:32 PM 384 N/A 1/10/2021 11:03 PM 385 N/A 1/10/2021 11:02 PM 386 I AM in favor 1/10/2021 10:48 PM 387 I'm supporting the honorary naming 1/10/2021 10:48 PM 388 N/a 1/10/2021 10:43 PM 389 Streets in St. Paul are already confusing them with ever more partial street name changes.1/10/2021 10:38 PM 390 I am in support - those that are not are ignorant, racist, pro-police sheep.1/10/2021 10:34 PM 391 N/A 1/10/2021 10:29 PM 392 I have no reason to not support 1/10/2021 10:24 PM 393 Because the cop did nothing wrong.1/10/2021 10:19 PM 394 I support it.1/10/2021 10:18 PM 395 He was not a hero. If you want to use his name as a "sub" name as in W 7th St/Old Fort Road I have no problem with that. 1/10/2021 10:18 PM 396 I do not support naming streets after criminals. Philando was not a hero and should not be honored because of the unfortunate way his life ended. 1/10/2021 10:17 PM 397 He has done nothing significant to earn the honor. Sorry for the outcome but would you chain street name if he was white? Probably not. 1/10/2021 10:17 PM 398 NA 1/10/2021 10:17 PM 399 This young man was high while driving and stopped, it is illegal to drive intoxicated.He endangered a child because he was intoxicated while driving. The way he handeled telling the officer about his gun most likey would of been different had he not been intoxicated, I believe that intoxication lead to this sad death. 1/10/2021 10:17 PM 400 N/a 1/10/2021 10:16 PM 401 Anyone who is not in support of this should be absolutely ashamed!1/10/2021 10:16 PM 402 Justice 1/10/2021 10:15 PM 403 We do not need to rename streets after criminals 1/10/2021 10:15 PM 404 He was a criminal 1/10/2021 10:15 PM 405 N/a 1/10/2021 10:15 PM 406 He was not and is not a person to be honored in any regards.1/10/2021 10:14 PM 407 N/a 1/10/2021 10:14 PM 408 So many others deserve it as well, but have never been offered 1/10/2021 10:14 PM 409 I support 1/10/2021 10:13 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 17 / 37 410 Fuck that 1/10/2021 10:13 PM 411 changing street names is difficult for Emergency dispatch. Seems like the reasoning is politically charged. This street has always been known as Larpenteur Ave, it should stay that way and maybe just put a little monument there instead. 1/10/2021 10:13 PM 412 I am in support 1/10/2021 10:11 PM 413 I support 1/10/2021 10:10 PM 414 n/a 1/10/2021 10:08 PM 415 N/a 1/10/2021 10:06 PM 416 Naming a street should be reserved for those that do good for the city, state or country.1/10/2021 9:53 PM 417 Failure to comply with police commands 1/10/2021 9:52 PM 418 My only qualm would be that they are renaming the road where he was killed, which is perhaps not what he or his family would want him to be remembered by. He did not choose to be a martyr. Though if his family approves of this stretch of road then I wholeheartedly support it as well. 1/10/2021 9:47 PM 419 Too much of a criminal history.1/10/2021 9:42 PM 420 He did not comply with officers commands 1/10/2021 9:35 PM 421 need more justification for naming rights. confuses street sign information 1/10/2021 9:25 PM 422 In order to combat racial injustice we need to make this public statement and honor him.1/10/2021 9:15 PM 423 n/a 1/10/2021 9:11 PM 424 I think a memorial would be better.1/10/2021 9:05 PM 425 Not something our city wants to be known for 1/10/2021 9:04 PM 426 I’m in support 1/10/2021 9:01 PM 427 I see no reason not to.1/10/2021 8:58 PM 428 He was a criminal and told not to reach for his gun. Stop glorifying criminals.1/10/2021 8:55 PM 429 While tragic, he as breaking a law, actually 2 laws. Having his concealed weapon while under the influence, and having marijuana in the vehicle with a minor. 1/10/2021 8:54 PM 430 I am in support of the honorary naming 1/10/2021 8:53 PM 431 There isn't a single reason I can think of not to be 1/10/2021 8:52 PM 432 He didn't accomplish anything great. His death didn't accomplish anything great. Do this because of greatness, not because of emotion. 1/10/2021 8:44 PM 433 I’m completely in support of the honorary naming.1/10/2021 8:43 PM 434 N/A 1/10/2021 8:38 PM 435 In favor of naming 1/10/2021 8:30 PM 436 It was an unfortunate incident I don’t agree with the trashy fake flowers that are faded. It’s state property put up a plaque if you have to but any more than that I think is wrong 1/10/2021 8:24 PM 437 n/a 1/10/2021 8:15 PM 438 N/A, I am strongly in support of the naming.1/10/2021 8:11 PM 439 Because there needs to be more done for his family.1/10/2021 8:11 PM 440 If he had died performing a heroic act, I would be in favor of it. Working in a school serving lunches doesn't qualify. 1/10/2021 8:07 PM 441 It is such a graphic and traumatic memory. Do we really need to dwell on such a horrible event. Couldn't he be honored for his life, not his terrible death on that street? 1/10/2021 8:04 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 18 / 37 442 n/a 1/10/2021 8:03 PM 443 I support 1/10/2021 8:01 PM 444 Current name sufficient 1/10/2021 7:57 PM 445 I don’t believe any public asset should have the name of an individual no matter the circumstances. There are other ways to honor people. How do you manage the requests once you open the Pandora’s box. 1/10/2021 7:57 PM 446 In previous comment 1/10/2021 7:44 PM 447 Not a role model for our children. May have helped some, but that's not his whole story.1/10/2021 7:41 PM 448 NA.1/10/2021 7:38 PM 449 It would add confusion to people looking for a destination on Larpenteur.1/10/2021 7:24 PM 450 N/a 1/10/2021 7:16 PM 451 name it " tell the officer you're carrying a firearm, then turn your back to him " avenue. Deserved to be shot. 1/10/2021 7:16 PM 452 I am in support of honorary naming 1/10/2021 7:15 PM 453 While i 1/10/2021 7:11 PM 454 I am against cancel culture and the black lives matter movement.1/10/2021 7:10 PM 455 I don’t think we can rename every street in the cities for everyone shot. I agree that there were circumstances around his death. A park spot at the site is more appropriate. The changing of every street is ridiculously confusing and not appropriate. Both sides did inappropriate things 1/10/2021 7:09 PM 456 Renaming streets is setting a precedent for every injustice to be memorialized. Put up a statue/ bench/etc... not renaming a street. 1/10/2021 7:04 PM 457 I've seen enough cancel culture in the past year to last several lifetimes. End it here 1/10/2021 7:02 PM 458 What about researching some past Falcon Heights residents who have died while doing great things for the city or state? I think you will have some true heroes that you would find. 1/10/2021 7:02 PM 459 Because there’s nothing honorable about a man trying to pull out a gun against law enforcement. 1/10/2021 6:58 PM 460 N/A 1/10/2021 6:50 PM 461 I am 1/10/2021 6:49 PM 462 I'm all in support!1/10/2021 6:49 PM 463 Na 1/10/2021 6:48 PM 464 I support the naming 1/10/2021 6:48 PM 465 N/A 1/10/2021 6:44 PM 466 N/A 1/10/2021 6:38 PM 467 I am 100% in support 1/10/2021 6:38 PM 468 He could have a memorial plaque/sign just like slain police do now along highways 1/10/2021 6:34 PM 469 It had larpentuer for ever. If u do it for 1 person then what’s next. Make a park bench where he was killed and move on. Time to finally heal. 1/10/2021 6:32 PM 470 I AM IN FULL SUPPORT IF THR HONORARY NAMING !!!1/10/2021 6:31 PM 471 It’s divisive and not helpful and will be done at the expense of taxpayers in Falcon Heights which I am one. 1/10/2021 6:29 PM 472 I am fully in support of this honorary naming 1/10/2021 6:20 PM 473 Philando’s girlfriend posted videos on Facebook of the two of them smoking weed and cracking open a bottle of Hennessy and swigging it all the while they were driving with her four 1/10/2021 6:18 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 19 / 37 year old daughter buckled in the backseat. He was no role model for students or anyone else. 474 Unnecessary.1/10/2021 6:12 PM 475 I AM in support of honorary naming 1/10/2021 6:04 PM 476 What has he done in his life that I would want to model or teach my kids?1/10/2021 6:03 PM 477 N/A 1/10/2021 5:59 PM 478 I think there are other ways to honor Philando instead of adding an additional street sign below the Larpenteur Street sign. I think it can be confusing. Plus, I don’t think changing names of streets for social reasons is a good idea. 1/10/2021 5:57 PM 479 No street should be changed in honor of a drug addict and thief.1/10/2021 5:49 PM 480 N/A 1/10/2021 5:49 PM 481 Enough with renaming everything. If this happens everything we know will be renamed. Justine Damond gunned down doesn’t have anything named for her. Leave streets.. landmarks alone. 1/10/2021 5:48 PM 482 Some of my relatives have lost their life on a St. Or Hiway & the Street was not renamed.1/10/2021 5:46 PM 483 not needed 1/10/2021 5:43 PM 484 When is this going to stop. What about all the other innocent lives taken early? Where are their memorials?? Roads named after them? Huge idols blocking roads? There isn't any. Stop with this stupidity. 1/10/2021 5:42 PM 485 The officer was acquitted. Our we going to rename every lake, street, park?1/10/2021 5:38 PM 486 I do not support it.1/10/2021 5:37 PM 487 N/A 1/10/2021 5:29 PM 488 N/A 1/10/2021 5:22 PM 489 If he had listened to the officer, he would still be alive. What you do if you were the officer ? The officer did what anyone would do, protect yourself. 1/10/2021 5:15 PM 490 He died as the result of his actions and should not be memorized.1/10/2021 5:13 PM 491 Change of name doesn’t change what happened 1/10/2021 5:09 PM 492 I support it fully 1/10/2021 5:07 PM 493 i am in support of it 1/10/2021 5:06 PM 494 N/A 1/10/2021 5:01 PM 495 i am in support of it 1/10/2021 4:57 PM 496 Do the right thing please 1/10/2021 4:57 PM 497 Make a change 1/10/2021 4:55 PM 498 Philandro Castile was not a hero!!!1/10/2021 4:55 PM 499 Did not follow police orders. Not a race issue 1/10/2021 4:51 PM 500 N/A 1/10/2021 4:48 PM 501 NA 1/10/2021 4:48 PM 502 I fully support the honorary naming 1/10/2021 4:43 PM 503 The police officer was acquitted. Former ly lived in Falcon Heights for 27 years.1/10/2021 4:41 PM 504 There's no reason not to rename it.1/10/2021 4:39 PM 505 N/A 1/10/2021 4:35 PM 506 The police officer was found not guilty of this incident. He and his girllfriend were high with a young child in the back seat of the car. This girlfriend was later accused of attacking another person with a hammer. He let his hands slip below out of sight, etc. 1/10/2021 4:32 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 20 / 37 507 I am fully in support of the honorary naming.1/10/2021 4:32 PM 508 Not needed 1/10/2021 4:25 PM 509 we can't keep renaming streets over incidents whenever our emotions are high 1/10/2021 4:21 PM 510 ACAB 1/10/2021 4:20 PM 511 I am very in favor of renaming.1/10/2021 4:19 PM 512 N/A 1/10/2021 4:18 PM 513 Anyone who answers this question with a reason is racist. 🙃1/10/2021 4:15 PM 514 It is just too confusing. It is misguided to rename a portion of a street. As a resident of Falcon Heights I strongly object to these tactics. Philando Castile, was a good man and unfortunately died in our city, but he made no contributions to our community. If you are going to name something, name it after someone who has made lasting and meaningful contributions throughout their life. Just because you die on a street isn't a reason for renaming a street. 1/10/2021 4:13 PM 515 I do support it.1/10/2021 4:12 PM 516 Why honor someone who was intoxicated and disobeyed a lawful order (Show hands)1/10/2021 4:11 PM 517 We can't keep changing the names of streets after people who break the law. (Marijuana)1/10/2021 4:08 PM 518 Why would you even consider this. granted he worked in a school, but he and George Floyd were nothing but a couple of druggies. If you are going to name something after someone, make sure they are decent and desere it, 1/10/2021 4:07 PM 519 It’s unnecessary for the name change.....the name of the street has been in place many many years....... 1/10/2021 4:04 PM 520 I am in full support 1/10/2021 3:57 PM 521 N/A 1/10/2021 3:54 PM 522 I support it!1/10/2021 3:53 PM 523 Provide further divide in the community 1/10/2021 3:51 PM 524 I am in support of renaming the entirety of Larpenteur Ave.1/10/2021 3:49 PM 525 I don’t think he is a figure who is worth honoring 1/10/2021 3:48 PM 526 It was a horrible tragedy that could have easily been avoided if Philando would have obeyed the law and listened to the police officer immediately with the proper respect. If we really want to honor his tragic death and try to avoid it from happening in our community in the future then the appropriate response would be teach and remind all those that drive on the streets of the city of Falcon Heights that; 1) Driving a motor vehicle is a privilege NOT a right, 2) before you drive your vehicle on our streets make sure it meets ALL safety standards (all working head lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, current tabs and registration, and proper insurance and drivers license requirements are current), 3) follow all signed speed limits, stop lights and signs. 4) if you are pulled over by police officers please remain in your vehicle, roll your window down, and show BOTH of your hands, and treat the officers with honor and respect. 1/10/2021 3:40 PM 527 Name things after honorable people who do real things to benefit humanity, not people cruising our streets at night with dope and a gun. 1/10/2021 3:36 PM 528 I am 100% for supporting 1/10/2021 3:34 PM 529 No reasons, 100% support 1/10/2021 3:31 PM 530 Save this for people that served their community, not someone reaching for their gun.1/10/2021 3:20 PM 531 Make a permanent monument where it happened instead 1/10/2021 3:18 PM 532 N/A 1/10/2021 3:15 PM 533 Streets do not need to be changed to people's names when there has been so much controversy. 1/10/2021 3:14 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 21 / 37 534 He doesn't deserve to hav anything named after him.1/10/2021 3:04 PM 535 It is my belief that this type of gesture detracts from the severity of what happened. Renaming a street doesn’t fix anything. It also creates a slippery slope - will we rename every street where someone was killed? I am all for allowing his memorial to remain in place, but do not believe the street name should be changed. 1/10/2021 3:02 PM 536 n/a 1/10/2021 2:54 PM 537 Stop renaming streets, buildings and lakes!! What a load of crap!1/10/2021 2:54 PM 538 N/A 1/10/2021 2:48 PM 539 NOT DESERVING.1/10/2021 2:46 PM 540 Why would this be here??? I am in support of it 1/10/2021 2:42 PM 541 N/A 1/10/2021 2:31 PM 542 He is not a hero to be honored. He was high and didn't do as told by the officer. He may or may not have been reaching for his gun, but either way, he shouldn't have been reaching on the general direction - especially after being told not to. 1/10/2021 2:25 PM 543 I feel Philando Castile was responsible for his situation. He was high on drugs, driving a car while carrying a gun with a young child aboard. He did not respond to police direction. 1/10/2021 2:14 PM 544 N/A 1/10/2021 2:06 PM 545 Armed person high on marijuana violating the law. You are not supposed to be carrying a firearm while high on illegal drugs. If he would have followed legal orders from the police officer he would be alive today 1/10/2021 2:06 PM 546 I DO support the name change.1/10/2021 2:01 PM 547 It was a tragic circumstance but his record in no way merits such an honor!1/10/2021 2:00 PM 548 I am fully in support 1/10/2021 1:55 PM 549 NA 1/10/2021 1:47 PM 550 NA 1/10/2021 1:43 PM 551 I’m in favor!1/10/2021 1:42 PM 552 Setting a precedent for renaming streets/avenues. Confusing.1/10/2021 1:39 PM 553 All the times he and his girlfriend endangered her daughter are inexcusable 1/10/2021 1:36 PM 554 Because we should never forget.1/10/2021 1:35 PM 555 He is a career felon 1/10/2021 1:35 PM 556 This was a tragedy. However, its victim was not a man of honor and the street is not inherently material to its occurrence. 1/10/2021 1:35 PM 557 I am in support 1/10/2021 1:33 PM 558 He was a criminal. Listen to the facts. Loaded gun on front seat? Drug user. What's next. Hitler ave_ 1/10/2021 1:32 PM 559 N/A 1/10/2021 1:31 PM 560 Totally unessary . will create confusion.1/10/2021 1:30 PM 561 N/A 1/10/2021 1:27 PM 562 --1/10/2021 1:26 PM 563 Not worthy 1/10/2021 1:15 PM 564 He was high on weed at which point the gun he was carrying even though he had a permit to carry makes that become illegal. Praising criminals these days is insane 1/10/2021 1:09 PM 565 His deeds do not rise to that honor.1/10/2021 1:05 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 22 / 37 566 Why praise criminals 1/10/2021 1:03 PM 567 N/a 1/10/2021 1:02 PM 568 Streets names are already too confusing to change a street name in only one city. Name something else after him, but not a street. 1/10/2021 1:00 PM 569 I'm in support of it.1/10/2021 12:59 PM 570 N/A 1/10/2021 12:59 PM 571 see previous comment 1/10/2021 12:56 PM 572 N/A 1/10/2021 12:55 PM 573 N/A 1/10/2021 12:50 PM 574 NA 1/10/2021 12:47 PM 575 He is not a hero.1/10/2021 12:45 PM 576 N/a 1/10/2021 12:45 PM 577 I don't think we need to honor drug users who work in schools, who were shot by police for reaching for a gun 1/10/2021 12:42 PM 578 N/A 1/10/2021 12:26 PM 579 There is already a memorial to Mr. Castile on Larpenteur. A second one is not necessary. The petition has 20,000 signatures, so is not coming from Falcon Heights residents as it should if the sign is to be placed in Falcon Heights. And I have concerns about honoring someone who was most likely a mostly nice man but he was caught driving under the influence of marijuana with a minor child in the car. In my opinion, when you put someone’s name in a place of honor, they should be honorable people and DUI and child endangerment are not honorable things. If people want to make a statement about racial justice, the name on the street sign should be Justice Corner or something like that. 1/10/2021 12:26 PM 580 NA 1/10/2021 12:23 PM 581 He doesn't deserve it 1/10/2021 12:22 PM 582 There is no reason to honor this or any individual, just because he died in an act by the police. He did not do anything honorable. 1/10/2021 12:21 PM 583 I don’t believe he was a hero, of any imagine 1/10/2021 12:16 PM 584 I do support it 1/10/2021 12:14 PM 585 N/a 1/10/2021 12:09 PM 586 This trend of naming every person injured by police is unsustainable 1/10/2021 12:03 PM 587 n/a 1/10/2021 12:02 PM 588 I’m in support 1/10/2021 11:55 AM 589 At the drop of “social justice” we are change our history and our country! NO 1/10/2021 11:49 AM 590 Honor him with a statue, leave our original street names as is.1/10/2021 11:49 AM 591 I think that the people of Falcon Heights should make that decision and not done foundation outside of the city. People of Falcon Heights wants to put this in our past. 1/10/2021 11:43 AM 592 This discriminates against others.1/10/2021 11:39 AM 593 When do we stop renaming? Do we do it for all people? No disrespect intended. Do we rename streets for People who give their lives for our country? We would never stop? 1/10/2021 11:39 AM 594 These name changes are getting ridiculous. Is every person who is injured or shot by police going to have their name on a street sign. Please leave things as is. If they shot a white person, would they be changing the name? 1/10/2021 11:37 AM 595 Do what an officer asks you to do and you won’t be shot!1/10/2021 11:34 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 23 / 37 596 I support a monument at the shooting location but do not agree with naming “sections” of roads after people as a whole. Not just him. 1/10/2021 11:33 AM 597 He had a crime record and was known for using drugs. He was 1/10/2021 11:33 AM 598 He was high driving in a car with a child onboard. Several illegal activities. He is not an outstanding citizen. He did not deserve to be killed, but he is not a hero. 1/10/2021 11:27 AM 599 N/A 1/10/2021 11:26 AM 600 N/A 1/10/2021 11:23 AM 601 He doesn't deserve it. Why him rather than others who didn't break the law?1/10/2021 11:23 AM 602 Just because something happened doesnt mean we can change the name of a street. Nonsensical. Create a bench or monument instead. 1/10/2021 11:20 AM 603 Too disruptive to navigation. I understand the sentiment, however, this isn't the best way to raise awareness. 1/10/2021 11:18 AM 604 I AM in support of it.1/10/2021 11:15 AM 605 NA 1/10/2021 11:13 AM 606 I am in support - this road connects the twin cities and is a good way to memorialize Phil.1/10/2021 11:11 AM 607 He was high. He had a child in the car while he was high. He was unlawfully carrying a gun. He was asked numerous times to not reach for the gun. The officer was found not guilty by jury of his peers. Why not name it after him? Doe his life not matter? His career? I do not support reactions to pressure from our bias society. We are very divided and our politicians and elected leaders of society along with the media are inciting radical behavior. 1/10/2021 11:06 AM 608 It’s confusing for streets 1/10/2021 11:05 AM 609 Castile should not be honored for being shot in his car on a street. Let the foundation build a monument in his honor that in 20 years someone will just tear down. Changing names changes nothing. Look at all the things you thought were so appropriate you now find horrible reasons to destroy. 1/10/2021 11:00 AM 610 N/A 1/10/2021 10:57 AM 611 I really don't know how much confusion is would cause. This is a dumb survey, just yes or know is rediculous. I defend the thought but is this the solution? 1/10/2021 10:53 AM 612 He doesn't deserve to have a street named after him.1/10/2021 10:48 AM 613 Honor him where he worked. People outside Falcon Heights should not be telling residents what to name streets. 1/10/2021 10:48 AM 614 Money could be better spent on scholarships in his name or better causes.1/10/2021 10:47 AM 615 The case was adjudicated and the officer found not guilty. Let’s move on.1/10/2021 10:42 AM 616 N/A 1/10/2021 10:42 AM 617 Martin Luther King Jr. deserved his street renamings. Philandro was not outstanding among those who serve their communities. A permanent reminder of his tragic killing might be appropriate, though he evidently was a bit of a scofflaw who had 69 citations regarding his vehicle. Even though he was deeply loved and is still missed, renaming the street is not the way to honor a victim who did not die because of outstanding efforts to make our lives better. 1/10/2021 10:42 AM 618 I am in support of the honorsry naming 1/10/2021 10:41 AM 619 I am in support.1/10/2021 10:39 AM 620 Na 1/10/2021 10:38 AM 621 N/a 1/10/2021 10:38 AM 622 I think it will cause a lot of confusion traffic wise to just name a small section of Larpenteur something else. I think there are other things that can be done in his honor. 1/10/2021 10:36 AM 623 No reason.1/10/2021 10:34 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 24 / 37 624 I do not believe an incident like this should be memorialized it was tragic for everyone involved 1/10/2021 10:31 AM 625 We cannot honor people for breaking the law even if they are colored 1/10/2021 10:29 AM 626 I support it.1/10/2021 10:28 AM 627 No one is a hero for violating laws 1/10/2021 10:21 AM 628 Politically motivated overreaction that sets a precedent for many future changes to the names of public places. 1/10/2021 10:21 AM 629 I don’t feel supporting a death of someone should be a street name. A street name should be used to honor a person that has done something to deserve a high honor or has done something good for the country and that should be recegition. 1/10/2021 10:17 AM 630 History of the old name should be honored first.1/10/2021 10:16 AM 631 Philando Castile wasn't a law abiding citizen. He was high at the time of his death, which contributed to his own death. In order to obtain a permit to purchase [a firearm], you have to certify you aren't an unlawful user of any controlled substances. Castile blatantly lied about his marijuana use (a crime in its own) to obtain a firearm. Thus, his possession of the gun would also have been illegal. Naming streets after criminals is simply unjust. Stop catering to the bull shit and stand up for what's right - don't approve this request for an "honorary" street name; there's nothing "honorary" about Castile. 1/10/2021 10:14 AM 632 He didn't comply with the police officers orders and reached for something in the car and was shot. He was responsible for his own death. 1/10/2021 10:11 AM 633 It’s a stupid idea to break up a section of the street.1/10/2021 10:09 AM 634 It was wrong that he was shot, but I don’t think it warrants a street name change.1/10/2021 10:08 AM 635 Confusing 1/10/2021 10:05 AM 636 He does not deserve it.1/10/2021 10:04 AM 637 Important to remember long past history -- thus do not support changing names of places, streets, etc. 1/10/2021 10:03 AM 638 Not fair to change 1/10/2021 10:02 AM 639 Don't think it is necessary 1/10/2021 10:02 AM 640 The officer was found not guilty.1/10/2021 10:01 AM 641 N/A 1/10/2021 10:00 AM 642 I’m in support of honoring his name.1/10/2021 10:00 AM 643 Too confusing for elderly 1/10/2021 9:58 AM 644 I am in support. This survey was set up poorly 1/10/2021 9:58 AM 645 I don’t believe the facts showed Philando acted within the law during the stop and was involved in illegal drugs and other questionable activities. Naming a street after him would be a slap in the face to law abiding citizens and encourage young people to think it’s ok to disobey the law and possibly cause harm to those not in the know on how to act during a traffic stop and endanger their lives and the lives of their passengers. 1/10/2021 9:58 AM 646 It has been named for a pioneer who lived and had a family here.1/10/2021 9:54 AM 647 Opens to many doors for all others who have been killed. If we do this, then we will have to do it for everyone. What makes one person more important then another. Before you know it, anyone who has been killed, the family or friends will want a street named after them. How about we name streets after fallen officers who put there lives on the line everyday. And if that’s a problem, let’s just leave the streets named the way they are. From what I saw, they already have a memorial up for him. How much does he need to have. 1/10/2021 9:52 AM 648 Changing a section of Larpenteur to honor Philandro Castile would serve as a constant, negative reminder of the high number of blacks killed by cops. Instead, consider renaming a park after Philandro Castile, to include a personal plague about him, and plant a small flower 1/10/2021 9:51 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 25 / 37 garden nearby--to offset the tragedy with some beauty. A renamed park would give us a peaceful, safe site to congregate on the anniversaries of his death. 649 no need to 1/10/2021 9:48 AM 650 Can't change over someone killed change to a policemans name 1/10/2021 9:48 AM 651 Confusing for navigation and sets precedence for changing more street names. When would it stop. I am sure there are better ways to honor him. 1/10/2021 9:48 AM 652 Because is not necessary 1/10/2021 9:47 AM 653 Larpenteur is fine as is. You don’t need to appease the group with a symbolic gesture.1/10/2021 9:46 AM 654 This was a very sad and unfortunate event, but the diseased was not a hero, or someone who did great deeds for humanity. Attempting to change the name of a street (which is almost always a bad idea) in this particular case is caused by over-politicizing an issue. It will not bring him back, and it is totally useless thing to do. 1/10/2021 9:46 AM 655 Changing the name does nothing but just that. Nobody gains anything from it! Are we going to start changing every street name someone dies or is killed on? It's sad what happened to him but, there are better ways and things that a few people can do than change a road name to honor him, if they feel they need to do something in his name sake. Aid in something he was passionate about to honor him. Renaming a road only reminds so many someone died there. Gives minor gratitude to people who want to honor him without having to put that much effort into actually honoring him and benefiting the community 1/10/2021 9:46 AM 656 While it is very unfortunate he lost his life and not necessary, it doesn't warrant naming a street after him. How about a memorial site? 1/10/2021 9:45 AM 657 I believe nothing should be named after anyone or anybody. That way now or in the future there will be no chance of any person or persons getting offended. 1/10/2021 9:45 AM 658 N/A 1/10/2021 9:40 AM 659 Steers should be named after hero’s who died trying to make America better or who do an extraordinary act of valor. It should not go to a criminal who is elevated in status due to social pressue 1/10/2021 9:40 AM 660 He was not honored by what he done. He was honored because he was shot by police. He was not a honored soul at heart. 1/10/2021 9:39 AM 661 People who disobey lawful orders should not get publicized and rewarded 1/10/2021 9:38 AM 662 Though I believe he should have not been killed he was not obeying police commands and people like that should not have streets named after them 1/10/2021 9:38 AM 663 This is not someone we should be naming a street after.1/10/2021 9:38 AM 664 Waste of money to produce signage. Also will add confusion to travelers fo have multiple street names. 1/10/2021 9:38 AM 665 N/A 1/10/2021 9:38 AM 666 He didn't do anything to deserve the honor of having a street named after him.1/10/2021 9:37 AM 667 He doesn't deserve to have a street named after him 1/10/2021 9:37 AM 668 I'm not sure a street sign change is the appropriate choice for a permanent marker and partly because it's so easy for that tiny little addition to an existing piece of what most people consider visual noise to be overlooked and mentally erased. I would be more in favor of something bigger/harder to go by without missing. My 2nd reason is that I'm not sure that the current length of street is the correct idea. It's not clear why the length of street from Fulham > is the choice. I understand why the area near the entrance to the State Fair is chosen. 1/10/2021 9:37 AM 669 N/A 1/10/2021 9:36 AM 670 How could you not be?1/10/2021 9:35 AM 671 I am in support.1/10/2021 9:35 AM 672 Cost to much money for stuff like this, tax dollars need to go to essential things, especially 1/10/2021 9:33 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 26 / 37 now in a pandemic. Think of the things that will need to be changed because of this. If you want to put up a memorial plaque do that - much more cost effective. Lots of people die in this state, country, world for the wrong reasons, we can't be changing street names for all of them. We must be more fiscally responsible. 673 I have no objections 1/10/2021 9:29 AM 674 N/A 1/10/2021 9:26 AM 675 Philando Castile told a police officer he was carrying a firearm, which is just about the most stupid thing a person can do in the presence of police. He would be alive today if he had kept quiet about the firearm. An honorary name for someone who made a stupid mistake that led to his own demise does not make any sense. 1/10/2021 9:19 AM 676 I do not support the honoring of drug user, especially since there was a child in the back seat.1/10/2021 9:15 AM 677 It might become a lightning rod for even more divisive discourse.1/10/2021 9:11 AM 678 The death of Philando Castile is tragic. However, memorializing this event (naming this exact spot where he was killed), does not further or promote any healing. How about rename a park or trail or something that promotes unity rather then an homage to his death. 1/10/2021 9:11 AM 679 There is zero reason. Driving around stoned smoking pot with a kid in the back seat carrying a gun. You thing he should get accolades for that??? Who brought this to the table? The constituents should know! 1/10/2021 9:10 AM 680 What else are we going to change the name of?1/10/2021 9:09 AM 681 Spreads confusion. Signs should be specific to only the street name. Put up a memorial sign instead. 1/10/2021 9:08 AM 682 I 100% support the honorary 1/10/2021 8:56 AM 683 He was high on pot, he was carrying a firearm for no reason. He didn’t deserve to die, but he shouldn’t be honored either. 1/10/2021 8:55 AM 684 he was no hero. The entire bloody incident should be forgotten. it would also be taking sides in very contested shooting. 1/10/2021 8:55 AM 685 N/a 1/10/2021 8:54 AM 686 From what i understand if this man would of listened to the officers this situation would not of gotten out of hand. 1/10/2021 8:48 AM 687 Smoking pot and carrying a gun does not make you someone to look up to as a youth. Plus look at the garbage human he was hanging out with 1/10/2021 8:44 AM 688 Were it not for the way he died, wouldn't even be considered. Honor someone for their acts.1/10/2021 8:44 AM 689 He was smoking Marijuana, which is illegal. He was driving while smoking Marijuana which is a DUI and by doing so put my life and others in grave danger. He had a permit to carry which is voided by his smoking Marijuana. He didn't follow the officers commands not to reach for his gun being carried illegally, likely due to the fact he was high on Marijuana. He is not an honorable man because of this, and there for is absolutely not deserving of this honor of having a street named for him. Larpenteur is fine just the way it is. Don't succumb to this movement that is taking place across our nation. Stay Strong Falcon Heights City Council, the silent majority does not favor this, only the vocal minority. 1/10/2021 8:43 AM 690 Because we need more then symbolic gestures.1/10/2021 8:34 AM 691 I do not believe it is necessary 1/10/2021 8:31 AM 692 He was a convicted criminal in illegal posession of a firearm, who was attempting to use it against a police officer. 1/10/2021 8:26 AM 693 Tragic accident 1/10/2021 8:24 AM 694 This is a perfect example of why NO police agencies have any interest in your city. Ideas and decision making by idiots in Falcon Heights have devastated the city sustainability. Worry about real issues not the touchy feely crap like this that makes you think you aren't racist POS. 1/10/2021 8:18 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 27 / 37 695 What is this world coming to honoring criminals or people doing criminal act!1/10/2021 8:15 AM 696 He is not a hero. What happened to him was wrong, but if it had not happened you could not point to anything he has done that would be worthy of such an honor. Nothing. 1/10/2021 8:14 AM 697 Ultimately it was poor decision making on the behalf of Philando that led to his death. I feel that any more pandering to these movements will only keep pushing the divide and blurring the reality of the situation. 1/10/2021 8:12 AM 698 This gentleman had multiple outstanding traffic violations that he did not pay. Many more people are more worthy of having a street named after them 1/10/2021 8:04 AM 699 I don't think its necessary 1/10/2021 8:00 AM 700 Why name a street after a criminal??1/10/2021 7:57 AM 701 He's not a role model 1/10/2021 7:54 AM 702 I dont see any real benefit to it and there are more impactful ways to honor his memory 1/10/2021 7:53 AM 703 Enough already...1/10/2021 7:50 AM 704 We have taken down statues and renamed sports teams, parks, and roads of many people because some people said it was offensive. At the same time they put up a tribute to George Floyd etc. these people were not innocent people and had some history of unlawful action. Not right 1/10/2021 7:50 AM 705 Renaming the street where he died highlights his untimely death, not his life. Better to rename a street adjacent to JJ Hill. 1/10/2021 7:49 AM 706 Every street will need to change its name because people are dying everyday.1/10/2021 7:42 AM 707 Had he not been killed, no one would want to name anything after him. In 25 ir 50 years, when sensitivities change, will we need to rename the street again? Nothing should be named after people anymore. Nobody is so virtuous to deserve it....nobody. 1/10/2021 7:41 AM 708 What happened to him was tragic ,but if he was still with us this would not be happening 1/10/2021 7:41 AM 709 While it was a tragic end to a mans life, he also was responsible for the outcome. He was not an innocent party to what took place. He also contributed to the events that lead to his awful death. Do we memorialize every person who dies tragically? No. Was he doing something heroic and selfless? No. Was he in the wrong place at the wrong time. Yes. Could officer Yanez have handled it differently, definitely! Does this mean that he should be memorialized? No. 1/10/2021 7:40 AM 710 I am tired of criminals being memorialized. DISGUSTING!1/10/2021 7:38 AM 711 N/a 1/10/2021 7:37 AM 712 We should not honor criminals 1/10/2021 7:37 AM 713 I just don’t feel like that man deserves having a road named after him.1/10/2021 7:37 AM 714 Let it rest 1/10/2021 7:36 AM 715 N/A 1/10/2021 7:35 AM 716 Nigger 1/10/2021 7:32 AM 717 Common Sense 1/10/2021 7:30 AM 718 How asinine! Spend money on real things-roads,affordable housing-infrastructure not a stupid street rename! stop trying to pander to one group! 1/10/2021 7:23 AM 719 The honorary naming would sanction the illegal behaviors that led to his death and would result in more divisiveness and hostility. That is the last thing that we need at this time. Law enforcement is needed in a civilized society. Renaming this street condones the behavior of an individual who broke the law with horrible consequences. Why canonize him? 1/10/2021 7:23 AM 720 Hooray naming should be reserved for people that make good changes in the the world not because you shot by the police. 1/10/2021 7:19 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 28 / 37 721 N/A 1/10/2021 7:14 AM 722 Naming things after people who died during criminal activities sets a bad precedent.1/10/2021 7:14 AM 723 Instead of people who did not follow police orders, honor fallen police officers and US soldiers!1/10/2021 7:05 AM 724 We need not glorify criminals 1/10/2021 7:03 AM 725 Why do you honor thugs and drug dealers this is wrong 1/10/2021 6:56 AM 726 Not needed 1/10/2021 6:54 AM 727 Because there are also other people who was killed and shot throughout the years. Some didn't deserve to died also. I think it's unfair that we put someone's name and not the others. I think no one's name should be on any streets in the state period. Thanks 1/10/2021 6:52 AM 728 None 1/10/2021 6:00 AM 729 He was high as a kite, making his carry of a firearm illegal (which he shouldn’t have been approved for due to drug use in the first place) and wasn’t obeying orders. This will only increase racial division. 1/10/2021 5:46 AM 730 I greatly support the honorary naming.1/10/2021 5:12 AM 731 He was a convicted criminal He was under the influence carrying a weapon which is still illegal in Minnesota 1/10/2021 4:27 AM 732 I fully support this petition without reservation.1/10/2021 4:07 AM 733 Larpenteur should stay being larpenteur 1/10/2021 2:51 AM 734 I said 1/10/2021 2:42 AM 735 This is an issue that only causes controversy. Think of the precedent this would set of approved. While I can only imagine what the habit is doing through, this is not the method of honoring their loved one. With issues like this being so divisive, it is in the best interest of the city and public to not engage in this type of memorial. 1/10/2021 2:05 AM 736 He was in the wrong. Reaching for a gun when a cop tells you not to... Not the cops fault and it’s disrespectful to make it seem like it is 1/10/2021 2:03 AM 737 Turning criminals into heroes and those who risk their lives to protect our communities into villains is extremely dangerous to our community safety. It's also emboldening destructive groups of Antifa/BLM to continue terrorizing our communities. The officer involved was found not guilty. Naming a street after castille teaches the community you can disobey police commands which is the exact wrong message. For the safety of all involved it is essential we continue to reinforce the respect for police. We continue to see skyrocketing crime as police are made out to be the bad guys and less policing is done. This sends a message that we celebrate those who commit crimes and give another slap in the face to our sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, mothers and father's putting their personal safety in jeopardy everyday. Nothing good will come from this! We need to go back to the days of respecting authority for the safety of all of us. Stop venerating criminals! 1/10/2021 1:33 AM 738 I strongly support it.1/10/2021 1:15 AM 739 He was a lifetime felon and a criminal 1/10/2021 1:02 AM 740 Regardless of weather his death was or was not justified, we cannot continue to idolize unlawful persons. Also by doing so you bring more controversy to a city who has already had too much. The poor citizens of Falcon Heights are being run by the horrible dictator in their city administrator who has scared even the mayor into being his puppet. Falcon Heights is now a joke to everyone because no police department wants them and they fired the most qualified fire chief in department history because the city administrator didn't like him and now he is stealing the fire department from his citizens without letting them have a say. Stop turning this, once beautiful, city into the laughing stock of the state. Its an absolute no in my opinion. 1/10/2021 1:01 AM 741 Castile did not heed police commands and he reached down to his pocket- he did nothing honorable to receive an “honorary naming” 1/10/2021 12:52 AM 742 Having lived in towns with similar naming, I know it is confusing having multiple names for the same street, or having the same ongoing road change from one block to next (e.g. name of 1/10/2021 12:45 AM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 29 / 37 road changes from Kings to Queens to Jokers and there isn’t even a bend in the road, much less a turn.) If it wasn’t next to MN State Fair (which draws people regionally) and had been a distinct road segment (i.e. turns at beginning and end) I would consider. 743 His shooting was determined to be justified. He should not be honored.1/10/2021 12:38 AM 744 Na 1/10/2021 12:28 AM 745 Because it’s absurd.1/10/2021 12:13 AM 746 n/a 1/9/2021 11:51 PM 747 Larpenteur's explorations and writings were key to our cities' development. History matters and we know very little about our early explorers. I also am grateful for the work of our police force and this name change does not seem respectful to the legal system who found Yanez not guilty. I appreciate the peace gardens as a reminder of inequities that need to change. Let the street name that lots of people know stay and the garden stays also. 1/9/2021 11:51 PM 748 NA 1/9/2021 11:38 PM 749 I am in support 1/9/2021 11:25 PM 750 N/A 1/9/2021 11:22 PM 751 n/a I am fully in support of this honorary naming.1/9/2021 11:16 PM 752 N/a 1/9/2021 11:15 PM 753 He was a criminal that you are trying to make a martyr. Please stop the nonsense.1/9/2021 11:15 PM 754 NA 1/9/2021 10:46 PM 755 It was a justified incident. This is not in support of law enforcement at all 1/9/2021 10:42 PM 756 I think the memorial that is at the site is appropriate, and sufficient to honor the memory. Renaming the stretch of road is too much. 1/9/2021 10:41 PM 757 We should not be naming any streets for people that break the law. We are removing honorary mentions of others that have not behaved properly in the past and now we will start again. Why wouldn’t we honor those that put their lives on the line every day? Those men and women that protect us and then are judged for their actions by those that have no understanding of their role and their jobs. When the mayor and each member of the city council go on ride alongs and do some training exercises, then they can make these choices. Let’s see how easy they think it is to make split second choices in a training exercise. So no. We should not be honorary someone that was breaking the law and who’s choices resulted in an officer forced to react and then be crushed for it. 1/9/2021 10:41 PM 758 Na 1/9/2021 10:40 PM 759 He is not a historical figure or do anything in the community of falcon heights to be honored.1/9/2021 10:38 PM 760 The incident was a tragedy all the way around. However, it is illegal to carry a gun while driving around with a bag of marijuana in the vehicle. Morally wrong and irresponsible with a small child in the vehicle. Saw his girlfriends videos of him and her passing a quart of booze and huge joint back and forth earlier that summer with child in vehicle again. Sends the wrong message to kids. 1/9/2021 10:36 PM 761 Why would you honor a criminal who was high on illegal drugs, and had illegal cartons of cigarettes in his vehicle! 1/9/2021 10:32 PM 762 The man was negligent in his own death. Smoking weed is still illegal and having a child in the back seat around illegal activity. 1/9/2021 10:30 PM 763 The family has already been paid.1/9/2021 10:25 PM 764 Use his actual damn name. Not enough effort. Castile street sounds much better 1/9/2021 10:21 PM 765 Cause he was a criminal 1/9/2021 10:18 PM 766 Because he should have followed the officers commands and not reach for his gun instead. You should name it after an officer killed in the line of duty instead. 1/9/2021 10:17 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 30 / 37 767 N/A 1/9/2021 10:16 PM 768 We have to stop making a martyr out of criminals. We will not start to mend the current racial and officer tensions until we stop making heros out of criminals 1/9/2021 10:13 PM 769 The overall incident was a tragic and terrible event for a lot of individuals involved. The justice system found the officer to be innocent. There are many reasons why renaming a section of Larpenteur Avenue is counter intuitive to the legacy of Philando Castile. This individual when looked deeper into the lens of life had a checkered past. Glorifying someone who was killed by a member of law enforcement who was driving without a license, no present vehicle insurance, and high on a controlled substance when in possession of a firearm doesn’t warrant a renaming of a street. Those aforementioned actions on his part proves his disregard for the welfare of others. 1/9/2021 10:01 PM 770 There are many honorable people who have contributed to St. Paul’s communities- many whose entire lives were spent honorably. 1/9/2021 9:59 PM 771 We need to stop making heroes and martyrs out of people killed by police. They are NOT heroes!!! 1/9/2021 9:57 PM 772 It already has a name 1/9/2021 9:54 PM 773 Let’s not forget he was under the influence of an illicit drug outlawed by state and federal statutes while driving with a kid in the car. 1/9/2021 9:48 PM 774 It’s ridiculous to “honor” someone who was not obeying the officer’s orders. This was settled by the courts! I’m sure there are others who are more worthy of being honored. 1/9/2021 9:47 PM 775 Someone in the future is going to find out “something” about him and demand that the name be changed!!! Leave it alone. 1/9/2021 9:46 PM 776 There is already a space in rememberance of Philando Castile in Falcon Heights just outside of the fairgrounds on Larpentuer. Maybe something could be renamed or created near or at where he worked. 1/9/2021 9:46 PM 777 Not necessary.1/9/2021 9:45 PM 778 Because he was another idiot that cannot follow directions after being pulled over. I don’t think this behavior should be rewarded. 1/9/2021 9:39 PM 779 Because he was a criminal 1/9/2021 9:38 PM 780 Feels Inappropriate . It was a tragic situation does not feel like appropriate way to remember the incident. 1/9/2021 9:37 PM 781 Tragic death, officer found to have used deadly force appropriately. What accomplishments to society did mr. Castillo have throughout his life? Smoking Marijuana then driving a vehicle with a firearm and your young child in the backseat is not worthy of a "memorial street name change" in my book. 1/9/2021 9:33 PM 782 No need to have yet another name for a portion of the street. Castillo was a person of questionable integrity, not someone to honor. 1/9/2021 9:30 PM 783 No streets should be named for any people. At a time when we are removing names/statues, etc from streets, etc, there is no reason to begin doing this here. 1/9/2021 9:30 PM 784 It sets a bad precedent. Are you gonna name a street after police officers who are killed? What about doctors, nurses, domestic violence victims etc. Where does it end? Stop pandering. 1/9/2021 9:29 PM 785 N/A 1/9/2021 9:27 PM 786 What happened to Philando is a tragedy. We should be naming streets after people that have done great things, not those that had a horrible thing done to them 1/9/2021 9:23 PM 787 He was not a stand up person like everybody thinks he was. You honor him and where does it stop? Next thing we will be seeing is people wanting to name streets after thug Jamar Clark or thug George Floyd. We can’t have streets named after People from 100 years ago because they were supposedly bad people but we can name streets after thugs who break the law and disrespect law enforcement. Seems pretty backwards to me. 1/9/2021 9:21 PM 788 I feel possibly naming something at the school where he worked would be more appropriate 1/9/2021 9:20 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 31 / 37 789 He was not a good guy 1/9/2021 9:17 PM 790 A proper memorial would be preferred instead.1/9/2021 9:16 PM 791 He’s not a hero and never did anything to impact the city other than carry a gun while high 1/9/2021 9:15 PM 792 Are we going to change the names of everything any time someone dies? He was high and in procession of a loaded hand gun. Don’t glorify a criminal. 1/9/2021 9:15 PM 793 It isn't deserved.1/9/2021 9:13 PM 794 It serves no purpose. It won’t bring him back. It just confuses drivers and we cant possible name roads after everyone killed. 1/9/2021 9:13 PM 795 The name of the street is fine the way it is 1/9/2021 9:11 PM 796 N/A 1/9/2021 9:09 PM 797 I see no reason to do this.1/9/2021 9:09 PM 798 I support it.1/9/2021 9:08 PM 799 He was a felon and committed a crime by carrying a gun.1/9/2021 9:08 PM 800 N/A 1/9/2021 9:08 PM 801 He was a criminal not a saint 1/9/2021 9:06 PM 802 I support the honorary naming.1/9/2021 9:03 PM 803 Former gang member sends a horrible message to kids.1/9/2021 8:57 PM 804 He was not an innocent man that was shot. He did not follow police officer commands and we all know this. Not that he deserved to die but he doesn't deserve to be honoured for being a victim of making his own rules. 1/9/2021 8:56 PM 805 No reason 1/9/2021 8:54 PM 806 I feel there are many more people deserving of this honor, who have served their community in heroic, sacrificial ways. 1/9/2021 8:48 PM 807 NA 1/9/2021 8:42 PM 808 Because of his criminal record. He was not a hero.1/9/2021 8:35 PM 809 Confusing to change part of the street’s name. It’s already too much w/ the Larp/Hennepin switch 1/9/2021 8:32 PM 810 I do not support this decision because as a legal firearm owner he made very poor decisions after he identified to a law enforcement officer he was armed which unfortunately ended in his death. You should always keep your hands where an officer can see them after identifying you are armed and wait for further instruction from the officer! 1/9/2021 8:25 PM 811 Nope 1/9/2021 8:24 PM 812 NA 1/9/2021 8:09 PM 813 N/ a 1/9/2021 8:08 PM 814 N/a 1/9/2021 8:04 PM 815 He was shot after he was instructed to keep his hands visible but instead he went for his gun.1/9/2021 7:59 PM 816 Because he was not a person of honor 1/9/2021 7:57 PM 817 A street should not be named after someone who did not obey the police, was high with a child in the vehicle and carrying a gun. He should not be a martyr. This just perpetuates people’s non compliance of police and the officer was found not guilty. It would be a slap in the face to our justice system. 1/9/2021 7:56 PM 818 Because I knew larpenteur street my whole life 1/9/2021 7:53 PM 819 Do for one, do for all 1/9/2021 7:53 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 32 / 37 820 Where does it end with renaming things? There is a memorial in the location already. Nobody mentions the fact that he was using drugs while carrying a firearm with a child in the car. 1/9/2021 7:53 PM 821 His past record 1/9/2021 7:43 PM 822 It's not right 1/9/2021 7:41 PM 823 Dangerous precedent. Look what is happening with Christopher Columbus statues, Sibley High School and Lake Calhoun. Save yourself the future grief. Have you considered dissolving the city of Falcon Heights? South of Larpenteur you can cede to St Paul. North of Larpenteur cede to Roseville. Save taxpayer money, better service to residents and Q can have a vegetable garden! 1/9/2021 7:41 PM 824 Proliferation of signage distracts drivers. The purpose of the street system and roadside is not to be a history museum. 1/9/2021 7:39 PM 825 Are we going to change the names of all of the streets because someone has been killed there. Quite rewriting history. 1/9/2021 7:30 PM 826 This is divisive in a time our country divided. I would also prefer things named after people who have accomplished something. There are a lot of victims in our society. 1/9/2021 7:30 PM 827 Na 1/9/2021 7:27 PM 828 What is basis for doing this compared to other murders done by crimson on innocent people or police on other innocent people. Total ridiculous to be spending tax payers time and money on stuff like this. Maybe we should name streets after military personal killed in defense of our country. 1/9/2021 7:25 PM 829 Not going to make it any better - fix the issues with racism instead.1/9/2021 7:23 PM 830 This does not apply. I believe you need to do this and it's overdue.1/9/2021 7:20 PM 831 This person has not a reputable history. Sad he die but is not a hero 1/9/2021 7:17 PM 832 Where he lived, worked and made a difference in this world is where he should be remembered and honored. 1/9/2021 7:15 PM 833 I feel this individual hasn’t accomplished anything worthy of having the street named after him.1/9/2021 7:13 PM 834 I am in support.1/9/2021 7:12 PM 835 It is not deserving.1/9/2021 7:07 PM 836 The officer was justified. Quit pandering to some 1/9/2021 7:02 PM 837 He doesn't deserve it not a good role model at all 1/9/2021 6:59 PM 838 Although Mr. Castile may have been a good person, he committed several crimes and made several very poor choices that lead to his death. He illegally and dangerously carried a firearm while under the influence of marijuana. He also drove a vehicle under the influence of marijuana with a young child in the backseat. If Mr. Castile was white, this idea wouldn’t be considered. Mr. Castile was not a victim of racism. He was a victim of his own bad choices. 1/9/2021 6:59 PM 839 Although a sad situation, this man was not innocent and should not be idolized 1/9/2021 6:56 PM 840 I use to live over in this area, it is such a nice part of our city. I can't believe that you are thinking about renaming a part of Larpenteur after this guy, quit giving in to that Castille Organization. Castille and George Floyd are not two people we should be emulating and putting on a pedestal, they were both a couple of druggies, who also got into other forms of trouble. What kind of message does this sent to our kids. I know Castille worked at school and did other positive things, but the negative behaviors out numbered the positive. I don't are if you smoke pot, but not around a kid and in a car. I hope you will seriously look at this, before you make a decision. There are plenty of other people of color who you could be renaming a street after and who truly deserve it. 1/9/2021 6:56 PM 841 I dont feel he really did something extra-ordinary to deserve having a road named after him (or just a section of the road. He already has a garden in his honor. 1/9/2021 6:52 PM 842 N/a 1/9/2021 6:51 PM 843 Celebrating his life 1/9/2021 6:49 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 33 / 37 844 It would be ok but only if the people that want it re-named paid for all costs including installation and then add 25% for any upkeep of the signs. 1/9/2021 6:49 PM 845 We shouldn’t honor dumb ass criminals that are high and can’t follow police commands. He was not a saint, no where near the likes of MLK Jr. 1/9/2021 6:46 PM 846 I arrived shortly on the scene subsequent to the shooting, and it still fills me with deep anxiety that causes me to lose my breath and have panic attacks. I drive out of my way to avoid the existing memorial. 1/9/2021 6:46 PM 847 It’s morbid.1/9/2021 6:45 PM 848 He was going to be arrested the following day on felony child sexual conduct, why would you prop a career criminal up as a hero. Wake up, your poor decisions have ruined the city and driven up taxes because of lack of support for police. 1/9/2021 6:45 PM 849 He was a criminal, not a saint!1/9/2021 6:44 PM 850 Your proposing to honor a criminal that was shot by a police officer because he branded a pistol jeopardizing the safety of the officer and the community. Let me remind you that the officer was found innocent in this situation. What does that tell you about the suspect. What is wrong with you people. If this was a white man who was shot while branding a weapon we would not even know his name! 1/9/2021 6:44 PM 851 His story does not warrant a street name. Streets names should be generic in nature, not bring about feelings of division. Though some may like it, others wont. That should be reason enough to leave his name off any public property. 1/9/2021 6:43 PM 852 Why honor civil disobedience 1/9/2021 6:41 PM 853 I dont feel its a valud honor 1/9/2021 6:40 PM 854 He was not an exemplary citizen as some suggest.1/9/2021 6:40 PM 855 N/a 1/9/2021 6:40 PM 856 What happened to Philando Castile was tragic and cannot be undone. That said, this gesture is meaningless virtue signaling. The request is largely driven by non-residents of Falcon Heights (20k signatures when there are just 5k-ish residents?). What we do should not be influenced by squeaky wheels outside of our city. Besides, the officer was acquitted of all charges. The fact of the matter is is that this event is seen as a racial issue, when by all available information it was not. This was a tragic, tragic accident. I do not believe it merits this honorific renaming. 1/9/2021 6:37 PM 857 Philando Castille was not a martyr. He was killed, it’s sad, but to name a street after him is ridiculous 1/9/2021 6:34 PM 858 You need to do this!1/9/2021 6:34 PM 859 Not that big of deal for such a big move!1/9/2021 6:34 PM 860 no 1/9/2021 6:34 PM 861 I use to live over in this area, Falcon Heights is such a nice area. You must be crazy to think of renaming an area after this guy, he was nothing but a darn druggie. Smoking pot with a kid in the car and other stuff he has done. He is not the type we should be looking up to and put on a pedestal. Looking up to these types of people, George Floyd is another one, what kind of message does this send to our kids. We need to be more discrete as to who we honor. No, i do not consider myself racist. 1/9/2021 6:34 PM 862 He was a criminal 1/9/2021 6:32 PM 863 Why are we naming streets after criminals and thugs??? Why don’t we change all the street names to Jeffrey Dahmer Ave Etc. 1/9/2021 6:30 PM 864 N/A 1/9/2021 6:28 PM 865 I’m in support 1/9/2021 6:24 PM 866 N/A 1/9/2021 6:19 PM 867 NA 1/9/2021 6:17 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 34 / 37 868 It’s ridiculous and unnecessary tax money to spend.1/9/2021 6:16 PM 869 I don’t believe he has contributed enough to society to warrant this. I’m sorry for his passing, but it could have been avoided. 1/9/2021 6:14 PM 870 He didn't do anything for our Country - it was sad that he died, but come on - this is getting to be a bit ridiculous! 1/9/2021 6:12 PM 871 Waste of time and money 1/9/2021 6:10 PM 872 We don’t honor white men when they refuse to obey lawful police orders 1/9/2021 6:02 PM 873 I wouldn't personally want to be associated forever with the location of my unjust killing, but if his family and community feel this is an appropriate way to memorialize him, I defer to their opinion. 1/9/2021 6:01 PM 874 Because it's a waste of time and money. He should not be honored in this way.1/9/2021 5:58 PM 875 n/a 1/9/2021 5:53 PM 876 He did not deserve to die, but he does not deserve to have a street named after him either.1/9/2021 5:50 PM 877 Too many signs and slippery slope 1/9/2021 5:48 PM 878 why would we honor a man who was driving stoned with a child in the car. He could of killed someone like ME. Had he followed police direction he would be alive and in Jail. 1/9/2021 5:41 PM 879 I do not support renaming streets to make community activists happy.1/9/2021 5:28 PM 880 I don't support it, he wasn't a hero.1/9/2021 5:24 PM 881 Pot smoking person illegally carrying a gun that couldnt listen to police when pulled over and you want to name a street after him 1/9/2021 5:15 PM 882 He probably deserve something like that, but chopping a section of a main road for that purpose only make it harder for everyone. There are other options. 1/9/2021 5:14 PM 883 When he was killed, he was under the influence of drugs. The officer who killed him was found not guilty by a jury. I have talked to several police officers who told me, after looking at the officers video, they were certain Castille was going to shoot Yanez. This would send a very demoralizing message to our police. We do not want to turn Falcon Heights into Minneapolis where the police are hardly doing their job and lawlessness reigns. 1/9/2021 5:11 PM 884 Honoring a man who was driving under the influence of an ILLEGAL substance, a loaded gun in his pocket WITH a young child in the car makes no sense. His death was tragic. There are lots of tragic deaths. This one does NOT require an over the top memorial. 1/9/2021 5:09 PM 885 Most of the signatures are likely not residents past or present of Falcon Heights so why cater to them? 1/9/2021 5:09 PM 886 N/A 1/9/2021 5:08 PM 887 I don't idolize or pedestalize anybody.1/9/2021 5:06 PM 888 He committed a criminal act. He didn’t listen to a police officers order. That is why he was shot. I’m teaching my children to respect and listen to police officers by memorializing this person you are sending the wrong message. 1/9/2021 5:05 PM 889 I am in support of the honorary naming.1/9/2021 5:05 PM 890 N/A 1/9/2021 4:58 PM 891 Mr Castile, however great of person he was to friends, family, those he worked with, was engaged in illegal activity during the moments of his death. Celebrating a person who is only known across the world for the engaging in illegal behavior is not what a city should memorialize. 1/9/2021 4:56 PM 892 N/A 1/9/2021 4:50 PM 893 Because he was armed and should’ve followed the officer’s commands to not reach for the gun! Why don’t you name it after a fallen officer who died while serving his community rather than someone who failed to follow simple commands because he was high! 1/9/2021 4:34 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 35 / 37 894 Not applicable 1/9/2021 4:27 PM 895 N/a 1/9/2021 4:20 PM 896 This is not needed.1/9/2021 4:16 PM 897 This is an act of virtue signaling that is ridiculous! How many other people have died for various reasons on streets and intersections and don’t get things named after themselves? 1/9/2021 4:16 PM 898 Senseless 1/9/2021 4:04 PM 899 I would prefer better signage for the memorial garden. A memorial seems more fitting for the murder of Castile than naming a road. 1/9/2021 3:59 PM 900 Philando was a thug criminal. He was not MLK, or historical figures. His shooting was justified in court. He was under the influence of drugs and not complying. 1/9/2021 3:55 PM 901 A loss of life is always tragic, however, Philando Castile’s character and actions on that day do not warrant a memorial to honor him. 1/9/2021 3:50 PM 902 As I understand it he reached abd dyd not out his hands on the steering wheel 1/9/2021 3:39 PM 903 This loser didn’t do anything to justify naming a street after him. And please clean up the trash near the North exit of the fairgrounds. 1/9/2021 3:28 PM 904 Why waste my taxpayer dollars on this ridiculous question. What has he done for this city.1/9/2021 3:25 PM 905 xxx 1/9/2021 3:24 PM 906 N/A 1/9/2021 3:15 PM 907 N/a 1/9/2021 3:12 PM 908 His life was worth more than that. A more appropriate response would be to erect a statute at the spot where he was killed so people understand his story. 1/9/2021 3:12 PM 909 NA 1/9/2021 3:07 PM 910 .1/9/2021 3:04 PM 911 N/a 1/9/2021 3:00 PM 912 ppl filling this box out are racists 1/9/2021 2:47 PM 913 N/A 1/9/2021 2:30 PM 914 N/a 1/9/2021 2:25 PM 915 I am in support of it.1/9/2021 2:20 PM 916 N/a 1/9/2021 2:08 PM 917 I do not support an individual who is not of high character, drives around carrying a gun, high on marijuana. It was a tragic situation, but Philando is not a saint or a martyr. 1/9/2021 2:04 PM 918 He did not live in our community and I am guessing most of the signatures were obtained outside of Falcon Height, let St Paul give him an honorary street 1/9/2021 1:49 PM 919 N/A 1/9/2021 1:48 PM 920 Not applicable 1/9/2021 1:47 PM 921 He was not a resident of our city, nor did he even have a direct relationship or connection to our city. 1/9/2021 1:42 PM 922 I am in support.1/9/2021 1:35 PM 923 I am in support of the honorary naming, but I do have concerns about it this would cost the city anything to maintain (beyond just adding the small street sign) or if it would cause any sort of protests or retaliation from white supremacist groups. 1/9/2021 1:34 PM 924 n/a 1/9/2021 1:32 PM 925 This was determined a justified shooting by the court of law 1/9/2021 1:27 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 36 / 37 926 I am in support 1/9/2021 1:24 PM 927 The killing was a tragic incident but the naming of a street honoring Castile is not appropriate. I am not in favor of changing street names for any such social reasons. 1/9/2021 11:21 AM 928 no need to make a hero out of this man. He has no connection with our city, except for his death. 1/9/2021 10:40 AM 929 N/A 1/9/2021 10:22 AM 930 N/A 1/9/2021 9:53 AM 931 n/a — I am in support 1/9/2021 9:36 AM 932 Even though he was legally carrying a firearm, he was performing illegal activity in his car and should not be honored! 1/9/2021 6:47 AM 933 Lack of overall criteria for adding additional signage. Defined thresholds must should be established “honorary” signage or every tragedy will require additional signage at the cost of the taxpayers. 1/8/2021 10:40 PM 934 There are many Minnesotans who have sacrificed their lives willingly in defense of the U.S. who have not been so honored. I would support a permanent historical marker at the site of his murder that explains what happened. 1/8/2021 9:00 PM 935 ?1/8/2021 8:48 PM 936 Notoriety is not appropriate for this individual and actions.1/8/2021 8:01 PM 937 I live 2 blocks from where Mr Castile was killed. I attend his annual memorial service. Several Black members of our community that Larpenteur Ave was for decades as the Line which Blacks were harassed for traveling on or north of this street Justice would be demonstrated by naming a portion of the street after Mr Castile. 1/8/2021 7:54 PM 938 N/a 1/8/2021 7:45 PM 939 Extra expense for signs and confusion of addresses for residences, etc.1/8/2021 6:34 PM 940 I support it.1/8/2021 6:19 PM 941 Too much renaming of streets. Let Larpenteur be Larpenteur.1/8/2021 6:08 PM 942 Na 1/8/2021 5:56 PM 943 It is good for our neighborhood. Questwood . I live 2 blks away, I was very hurt and sad about what happened. We all need to remember this event. 1/8/2021 5:56 PM 944 His death was horrific and undeserved but that does not make him a hero worthy of an honorary street name. He is not in the same category as MLK or the Rev. Battle. 1/8/2021 5:33 PM 945 There are children that have died in accidents on the roads so not sure where you draw the line to add a name sign 1/8/2021 5:32 PM 946 He was not a citizen of Falcon Heights, and already has a memorial dedicated to him.1/8/2021 5:28 PM 947 Before the current petition was there an established procedure for honorary naming? Could I ask for my current home segment honorarily named for my parents? Do the petitioners have to live in Falcon Heights or can they live anywhere in the USA? Does the person to be "honored" have to have any connection to Falcon Heights - death, birth, employment, driving through, etc? What about UMN athletes, professors, etc? 1/8/2021 5:25 PM 948 NA 1/8/2021 5:18 PM 949 N/A 1/8/2021 5:00 PM 950 Negative mark on Falcon Heights 1/8/2021 4:56 PM 951 N/A 1/8/2021 4:54 PM 952 i am in support of renaming 1/8/2021 4:46 PM 953 As I said, I'm marginally in favor. I think the city can and should do more and better involve 1/8/2021 4:36 PM Honorary Naming of Larpenteur Avenue 37 / 37 residents. It's just the same old people in charge of this and some of them won't let go of the fact that they haven't been very successful thus far. BLANK PAGE REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Families, Fields and Fair __________________________ The City That Soars! Item Honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue as Philando Castile Memorial Avenue Description The following input and research has been conducted which brings the City Council of Falcon Heights to have the capability of honoring a request by Philando Castile’s family, the Philando Castile Relief Foundation, and the broader community. The request is to make a portion of Larpenteur Avenue West “Philando Castile Memorial Avenue”. (A)As a member of the Philando Castile Peace Garden Committee I, Melanie Leehy,know that this petition is a reoccurring conversation and desire for Philando’s mother Valerie Castile along with the other Committee Members. I first learned of this desire in July 2017 during the Philando Castile Commemoration events of which I was the lead community volunteer. Based upon my research, I would like to submit for Larpenteur Avenue West to carry the honorary name of Philando Castile Memorial Avenue from Fulham Street to Fry Street. (B) The Philando Castile Relief Foundation started a petition to Ramsey County and 10other “decision makers” via www.Change.org that reads as follows: “Please sign the petition to name Larpenteur Ave Philando Castile’s Memorial Ave! On July 6th 2016 Philando Castile was killed by a police officer, followed 2 miles from highway 280 to Larpentuer & Fry Ave then being fatally shot five times after being stopped for a broken tail light. After the death of Philando many community members poured out their love and support by creating a memorial space on Larpenteur for Philando and we feel it would be helpful to our healing by dedicating the street he died on in the state he loved by renaming the intersection Philando Castile’s Memorial Ave. Philando was a humanitarian who loved his community, he worked for the Saint Paul school district for over 11 years , he served lunch to over 500 students who he loved and adored.” (1)There are at least 20,444 signatures to the petition. (C)Our Ramsey County Commissioner, Trista MatasCastillo did the necessary process at the County level to make this street naming feasible. (1)The County grants authority to cities for street naming: “Cities have the authority forstreet names. That is what you sometimes see a border road between two cities have two different names (i.e TH 120 / East County Line / Century Ave / Division St / Geneva Ave).” Meeting Date December 16, 2020 Agenda Item Policy D3 Attachment Sample Signage Submitted By Melanie Leehy, Council Member (D) Before proceeding forward I asked Commissioner MatasCastillo to help me confirmour city’s authority so that we do not run into legal constraints along the way. Public Works Director and County Engineer, Ted Schoenecker verified this authority with the County’s attorney. (1)On December 7, 2020 Ted provided this summary of some information around thistopic: •Cities have the statutory authority for naming all streets within their city boundaries. This is why you could see the street name change as you go from one city to the next. An example is Trunk Highway 120 (border between Ramsey and Washington County)is named Century Ave, Geneva Ave and Division St based on each city’s designation. •Ramsey County developed a Countywide Facility and Site Naming policy in 2019.Within that policy, this authority for cities to name streets is identified so we wereaware of this prior to preparing the policy and made sure that it was highlighted in it. •We could not find any statutory guidance/direction on who has the authority for theplacement of an honorary street name in conjunction with the street’s official name. •Cities own, maintain and install the street name blades that are at the intersections oncounty roads. These are the signs that have white lettering on a green background to designate the street names that you will see placed on one of the corners of an intersection. •We are aware of several locations in St Paul where honorary street name signs havebeen placed in addition to the official street name sign. More specifically, these signsexisted along Dale St in the Rondo Area and we are reinstalling them after thereconstruction project at Dale/94 (an example is attached). These were originally installed by St Paul and are owned and maintained by them. These honorary streetname signs are typically black lettering on a white background so they are noconfused with the official name of the street. Based on the above information, a review of the county policy finds that it would not apply to a city applying an honorary street name on Larpenteur Avenue as it is typically up to cities for placing of honorary street name signs along county roads. Similar to the actual street name sign, the cities would be fully responsible for these honorary street name signs within their city. If Falcon Heights chooses to move ahead and place an honorary street name sign on Larpenteur Ave, please let us know for our awareness.” Budget Impact Research needed for cost of signage and staff labor. Attachment(s) •Sample honorary street name sign Action(s) Requested Seeking Council consensus to proceed with the honorary naming of Larpenteur Avenue from Fulham Street to Fry Street. REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Police Services Description During past workshops, the Council directed the City Administrator to look at various options for police services. They included continued contracting with Ramsey County, contracting with a surrounding community, or create our own police department. If either party intends not to renew this Agreement at the end of its Term, the party must notify the other party and other municipalities in writing at least nine (9) calendar months prior to the end of the contract term. Notice will have to be provided no later than April 1, 2021. Budget Impact The budget will be dependent on the options available. Attachment(s) •Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Service Agreement Action(s) Requested City staff is looking for direction to proceed. Meeting Date February 3, 2021 Agenda Item Policy D2 Attachment Contract Submitted By Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator BLANK PAGE BLANK PAGE REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Issuance of Conduit Revenue Notes by the City of Falcon Heights for New Harmony Car Center Description The City of Falcon Heights has received a request from New Harmony Care Center, Inc. a MN nonprofit corporation to issue a conduit bond to be used for the acquisition, construction, and equipping of a new senior healthcare and housing facility. The senior healthcare and housing facility will be located in the City of Maplewood. The project will include approximately 48 skilled nursing beds, transitional skilled nursing beds, 35 independent apartment units, 36 assisted living apartment units, 14 memory care apartment units, and 12 care suite apartment units. There will be three other communities acting as a conduit for bonding. They include the City of Landfall Village ($10 million), City of Hampton ($10 million), and the City of Little Canada ($6.75 million). Budget Impact The City will receive an estimated $18,750 for the issues of the bond. Attachment(s) •Letter from Taft – Catherine Courtney Action(s) Requested City staff is looking for direction to proceed. Meeting Date February 3, 2021 Agenda Item Policy D3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator BLANK PAGE REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item City Hall Town Meeting Description Before the State and the City of Falcon Heights issued an emergency because of COVID, the City had plans to hold a number of town hall meetings. The City Council will need to hold a discussion on how to proceed and facilitate town hall meetings that will include all Council Members. Budget Impact Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested City staff is looking for direction to proceed. Meeting Date February 3, 2021 Agenda Item Policy D4 Attachment N/A Submitted By Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator