Title
Dept/ Agency: Offices of Municipal Council/City Clerk
Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending
Type of Service: Ceremonial Street Designation
Honoree: Mrs. Dorothy L. Harris
Date(s): Friday, August 14, 2026 at 12:00 Noon
Official Street Name(s): Location South West Corner of 18th Avenue and Livingston Street, Newark
Ceremonial Intersection Name: “Dorothy L. Harris Way”
Sponsor: Council Member C. Lawrence Crump, At-Large
Additional Information:
The event will take place at the corner Livingston Street and 18th Avenue
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WHEREAS, Ordinance 6PSF-f, adopted on May 20, 2015, authorizes the designation of an intersection, etc., for honorary and ceremonial purposes; and
WHEREAS, the Mrs. Dorothy L. Harris also known as “Lady Dee” was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend and longtime Newark resident who had the willingness to help anyone in need; and
WHEREAS, for approximately 15 years, Dorothy volunteered alongside former Central Ward Councilwoman LaMonica McIver, Troy Langley and Pastor Reddick and other community leaders. She assisted with food, clothing, furniture, coat, and holiday distributions for Newark families. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she helped distribute fresh produce, meats, pastries, and other necessities to residents several days each week; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy also worked at Newark polling locations for many years and remained actively involved in the other necessities. Her years of dedication were recognized by the City of Newark, including recognition for her community work during the 2020 pandemic. Dorothy’s compassion, generosity, and commitment to Newark left a lasting impact on the many residents and families she served.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, NEW JERSEY, THAT:
1. The Municipal Council does hereby authorize the honorary and ceremonial renaming of the intersection of Livingston Street and 18th Avenue to “Doris L. Harris Way”.
2. The official name of said streets shall remain Livingston Street and 18th Avenue in its entirety.
STATEMENT
This Resolution authorizes the ceremonial renaming of the intersection of Livingston Street and 18th Avenue for honorary and ceremonial purposes.