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Road name changes and preserving local heritage

The Board approved fixing a confusing Cedar Point road name for safety reasons but refused to rename Morris Lane on Harkers Island, drawing a line: safety-driven changes yes, erasing family history no.

1 mentionLast discussed Aug 17, 2026

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Morris Lane Road Name Change

A Harkers Island property owner wants to rename Morris Lane to Sea Turtle Bay, but commissioners worried neighbors didn't get enough notice — just a sign and a newspaper ad, no mailed notices. The item is tabled a month so surrounding property owners can weigh in.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 15, 2026