RESOLUTION NO. __________, SERIES 2026
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A RESOLUTION HONORING ROSE SMITH AND WALTER SMITH BY NAMING THE UNNAMED ALLEY OFF GREENWOOD AVENUE LEADING TO TRINITY HOUSE CHRISTIAN CHILD CARE AS “TRINITY WAY” IN THEIR HONOR.
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SPONSORED BY: COUNCIL MEMBER TAMMY HAWKINS
WHEREAS, Metro Council considers the honorary naming of its streets after its citizens to foster a continued sense of community, place, and history; and
WHEREAS, Rose Smith founded Trinity House Christian Child Care more than 25 years ago, beginning the childcare program in the basement of her home before later expanding the program to its current location on Greenwood Avenue; and
WHEREAS, Rose Smith and her husband, Walter Smith, have dedicated many years to serving children and families through Trinity House Christian Child Care. Through their commitment and service, Rose Smith and Walter Smith have helped transform the surrounding area and have continued to provide a positive presence in the community; and
WHEREAS, Trinity House Christian Child Care represents the lasting commitment of Rose Smith and Walter Smith to Louisville's children and families, and their years of service have created a legacy within the community that continues through the children and families served by Trinity House Christian Child Care.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL OF THE LOUISVILLE/JEFFERSON COUNTY METRO GOVERNMENT AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I: Rose Smith and Walter Smith's dedicated service and commitment to Louisville Metro are hereby recognized by naming the unnamed alley extending from Greenwood Avenue and providing access to Trinity House Christian Child Care as “Trinity Way.”
SECTION II: The Department of Public Works is hereby directed to move forward with the fabrication and installation of the honorary street sign upon the passage of this Resolution and the receipt of funds to cover the expense.
SECTION III: This Resolution shall take effect upon its passage and approval or otherwise becoming law.
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Sonya Harward Brent Ackerson
Metro Council Clerk President of the Council
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Craig Greenberg Approval Date
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael J. O’Connell
Jefferson County Attorney
By: _______________________________
R-150-26 Honorary Naming - Rose Smith and Walter Smith - Trinity Way - hh 10-12-26