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In plain English

This resolution urges the Recreation and Parks Commission to officially name a street in Golden Gate Park after Claude the Alligator. The proposal has been passed and is now a formal request for the naming.

Resolution urging the Recreation and Parks Commission to commemoratively name a street in Golden Gate Park “Claude the Alligator Way.”

Introduced: Dec 16, 2025
Final action: Jan 16, 2026
Sponsors: Myrna Melgar
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How it got here

The resolution to name a street in Golden Gate Park after Claude the Alligator was prompted by his significant impact on the community and education.

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Claude's PassingDecember 2, 2024
Public

Claude the Alligator passed away, leading to public reflection on his contributions to San Francisco's identity and education.

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Resolution Introduction2025-12-31
Supervisor Melgar

Supervisor Melgar introduced the resolution urging the Recreation and Parks Commission to name a street in Golden Gate Park 'Claude the Alligator Way.'

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Resolution Adoption2026-01-06
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution, recognizing Claude's impact as an educational ambassador.

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Mayor's Action2026-01-16
Mayor

The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, allowing it to become effective without his approval.

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How they voted

Legislative journey

PresidentDec 16, 2025
✓REFERRED FOR ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE AGENDA AT THE NEXT BOARD MEETING
Board of SupervisorsJan 6, 2026
✓ADOPTEDPass
MayorJan 16, 2026
·RETURNED UNSIGNED