Senior Pastor, Dr. Carl A. McCorkle, Square / 48th Street / Avalon Boulevard / Permanent Ceremonial Signage
Council File 26-0712
Brief
Councilmember Curren D. Price Jr., seconded by Heather Hutt, introduced a motion on May 12, 2026, to create permanent ceremonial signage naming a square after Senior Pastor Dr. Carl A. McCorkle at the intersection of 48th Street and Avalon Boulevard. The motion is currently pending review in the Public Works Committee and has no expiration date until May 2028.
Full summary
This motion, introduced by Councilmember Curren D. Price Jr. and seconded by Councilmember Heather Hutt, seeks to honor Senior Pastor Dr. Carl A. McCorkle by designating a public square bounded by 48th Street and Avalon Boulevard with his name and installing permanent ceremonial signage. The location indicates the designation would serve the South Los Angeles community. The motion was referred to the Public Works Committee on May 12, 2026, the same day it was introduced. Public Works typically handles ceremonial naming and signage matters, as these involve public right-of-way and street infrastructure. The file remains in committee review pending further action. With an expiration date of May 12, 2028, the motion has approximately two years to advance through the committee process and receive full Council approval before it lapses.
Activity (1)
- 2026-05-12 Motion referred to Public Works Committee.
Documents (1)
- 2026-05-12 Motion · motion