More Charlotte Streets Stripped of Confederate Era Names

Charlotte NC

01 November, 2021

1:12 PM

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Charlotte unveiled the new Montford Point Street signs, marking the second street renaming to take place as part of the city's Legacy Commission work aimed at renaming streets which currently honor Confederate soldiers, slave owners and segregationists. Montford Point Street replaces Phifer Avenue and is the second of nine streets to be renamed following the Charlotte City Council's February 2021 approval to adopt Legacy Commission recommendations. Renaming the streets honors the legacy of the first African Americans that enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1942. Charlotte citizens were among the early Black recruits who trained at Camp Montford Point near Jacksonville, North Carolina and contributed to the Allied victory in World War II. "The ultimate goal of the Legacy Commission has always been about creating a sense of pride and respect for those who live, work and travel on these identified roadways," said Mayor Vi Lyles. "To now bear the name of the heroes of Montford Point, who trained and fought for our freedom, certainly does fulfill our high standard of success."Next, name voting for Aycock Lane, Jackson Avenue and Zebulon Avenue will end on Nov. 1. The new street names will be effective on Jan. 21, 2022. Community engagement for Hill Street and Morrison Boulevard began on Oct. 26. Residents and property owners who live on any of the nine streets that will be renamed may locate resources by visiting charlottenc.gov/legacy, calling 311 or emailing [email protected] for assistance.