The policy may apply to buildings, roads, parkland and other property owned or managed by the City. It may also apply to major facility components, such as rooms, pavilions, playgrounds, bridges, paved trails and prominent outdoor spaces.
Naming City Facilities
The City of Kyle has a formal process for requests to name or rename City facilities, including buildings, roads, parkland and other property owned or managed by the City.
The policy helps ensure naming requests are reviewed carefully, include appropriate community input and reflect names with lasting public value. Final decisions are made by Kyle City Council.
Start Here
1. Review the naming and renaming policy before submitting a request.
2. Complete the City Asset Naming Application and return it to the City Secretary’s Office. If you have questions about which process applies to your request, contact the City Secretary’s Office before submitting materials.
NOTE: Do not collect petition signatures until City staff confirms that a petition is required and provides direction on the required petition form, signature requirements and next steps.
Submitting an application starts the review process. It does not guarantee approval.
What Requests May Be Considered
Naming or renaming requests are generally reviewed under one of the following categories:
- Exceptional individuals
- Historical events, places or persons
- Major gifts or financial contributions
Requests should show why the proposed name is appropriate for the City facility and how it reflects a meaningful connection to Kyle, the surrounding area or the public asset being named.
Renaming an existing City facility is strongly discouraged. Existing names carry public recognition, and requests to rename a facility are reviewed carefully.
How the Process Works
The process may vary depending on the type of City facility involved, but generally includes:
- The applicant submits an initial written request or application to the City Secretary’s Office.
- City staff reviews the request and identifies the appropriate review process.
- If a petition is required, City staff will provide direction on the required petition form, signature requirements and next steps.
- The request may be reviewed by the appropriate City review body, such as an ad hoc committee or City board or commission.
- Public notice, public comment or a public hearing may be required.
- The request is forwarded to Kyle City Council for consideration.
- City Council may approve or deny the request by resolution.
Before You Apply
Please be prepared to provide:
- The current name and location of the City facility, if applicable
- The proposed name
- The reason for the proposed name
- Background information supporting the request
- Any historical, cultural, social or community significance tied to the name
- A description or map of the facility or area involved
- Contact information for the individual or organization making the request
If the proposed name includes a person’s name, additional information may be required. The person or authorized designee must also provide authorization for the City to conduct a background check.
Applicants should review the application and ordinance carefully for possible petition requirements, fees or sign replacement costs.
Forms and Documents
Use the links below to review the policy and access the required forms.
City Asset Naming Application
Use this form to begin a request to name or rename a City facility.
Petition Example | Download Editable Petition Template
Use this sample only after City staff confirms that petition materials are required and provides direction on the process.
Naming of Public Places Ordinance
Review the adopted ordinance and full policy language.
Submit completed materials
Completed applications may be returned to:
Kyle Public Safety Center
Attn: City Secretary’s Office
1700 Kohlers Crossing
Kyle, TX 78640
Need Assistance?
If you need assistance or ADA accommodations at any point in the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out to the City Secretary's Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
What City facilities can be named or renamed?
Should I collect petition signatures before submitting an application?
No. Please submit the initial application first and wait for City staff to provide direction. Petition requirements vary depending on the type of request, and signatures should be collected using the correct form and process.
Does submitting an application guarantee approval?
No. Submitting an application begins the review process. Kyle City Council may approve or deny the request.
Can an existing City facility be renamed?
Renaming an existing City facility is strongly discouraged. Existing names carry public recognition, and requests to rename a facility are reviewed carefully.
Kyle City Council is the final authority for naming or renaming City facilities. Council action must be approved by resolution.
Can a City facility be named after a living person?
Naming City facilities after a living person or organization is generally not recommended, but may be considered under certain circumstances outlined in the City’s policy.
Are there restrictions on naming something after a current official or City employee?
Yes. The policy includes restrictions on naming prominent City facilities or major components after current City elected officials, current City board or commission members, current City employees, or current state or federal officials, except under limited circumstances outlined in the ordinance.
Are road naming or renaming requests different?
Yes. Public road naming and renaming requests have additional requirements. For some applicant-initiated road renaming requests, documented support from abutting property owners may be required.
There may be fees or sign replacement costs depending on the request. Applicants should review the application and ordinance and confirm applicable requirements with City staff.
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