Commemorative Renaming of 39th and Telegraph Avenue

Original title: Subject: Commemorative Street Renaming In Collaboration With Beebe Memorial Cathedral Church From: Councilmember Unger Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution (1) Honoring Bishop Charley Hames, Jr., For His Distinguished Service As The 66th Bishop Of The Christian Methodist Episcopal Church His Transformational Leadership As A Senior Pastor Of Beebe Memorial Cathedral CME Church In Oakland, And His Lifelong Commitment To Faith, Community Services And Social Justice And (2) Commemoratively Renaming The Intersection Of 39th And Telegraph Ave As “Bishop Charley Hames Jr., Way” And Authorizing The Installation Of A Commemorative Plaque Or Sign Honoring Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. Pursuant To The Policy And Procedures Established By The Oakland City Council Resolution No 77967 C.M.S

Record date · April 14, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Oakland City Council has passed a resolution to honor Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. by renaming the intersection of 39th Street and Telegraph Avenue as 'Bishop Charley Hames Jr., Way.' The resolution also authorizes the installation of a commemorative sign or plaque at the site.

Why it matters

The intersection of 39th and Telegraph Avenue will be officially designated as 'Bishop Charley Hames Jr., Way' to recognize the Bishop's service to the Beebe Memorial Cathedral CME Church and the Oakland community.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Residents and businesses near 39th and Telegraph Ave

A commemorative sign or plaque will be installed at the intersection near their properties.

Directly affected

Beebe Memorial Cathedral CME Church

The church is the subject of the collaboration and the organization where the honoree served as Senior Pastor.

Key Facts

The intersection of 39th Street and Telegraph Avenue is to be commemoratively renamed 'Bishop Charley Hames Jr., Way'.
The resolution authorizes the installation of a commemorative plaque or sign at the intersection.
The renaming is conducted pursuant to the policies established by Oakland City Council Resolution No 77967 C.M.S.
The resolution honors Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. for his service as the 66th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and his leadership at Beebe Memorial Cathedral.

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The resolution was introduced by Councilmember Unger.
The resolution was passed by the Oakland City Council and the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my address change because of this renaming?

The document specifies this is a 'commemorative' renaming, which typically means the official street name for mailing and emergency purposes remains unchanged, though a secondary honorary sign will be installed.

Who is being honored by this change?

The renaming honors Bishop Charley Hames, Jr., the 66th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and former Senior Pastor of Beebe Memorial Cathedral in Oakland.

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