It is hereby determined that the designation of streets (general) within the City of Poughkeepsie in an orderly fashion is necessary for the proper operation and efficient functioning of the traffic flow within the City of Poughkeepsie. It is also determined that the enumeration of a set of criteria should be incorporated in order to serve as a guide for the proper naming and classification of all new thoroughfares.
[Ord. of 5-16-1983, § 1]
Consistent with the definition of streets contained under Section 13-1 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Poughkeepsie, the following criteria shall be considered when the naming of a street is proposed:
(a) 
Wherever possible, people of local significance shall be considered in designating new thoroughfares.
(b) 
If appropriate, historic landmarks shall serve as a guide in the naming of new streets.
(c) 
The location of a new street to outstanding topographic features shall be considered where appropriate.
(d) 
The name of local veterans who have served our nation and distinguished themselves in the service of the United States Armed Forces shall be considered where appropriate.
(e) 
A major through street shall be named either a street or avenue.
(f) 
A minor through street shall be named either a road or lane.
(g) 
A minor street which is not a through street shall be named either a place or court.
(h) 
In no event shall the name of a street existing elsewhere in the City of Poughkeepsie be duplicated exactly.