Rename street with ethnic slur for Romani people

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The Issue

Between Old Colony Road and Route 5 in Meriden there is a street named G**** Lane, which is an ethnic slur for the Romani people. The Romani people are an ethnic minority who have faced centuries of discrimination. This street name is appalling and should be changed to something else.

The Decision Makers

Meriden City Council
12 Members
Bruce Fontanella
Meriden City Council - At Large
Yvette Cortez
Meriden City Council - Area 1
Sonya Jelks
Meriden City Council - Area 1
Kevin Scarpati
Meriden City Mayor

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Petition created on May 27, 2025