Title
Resolution of Support for Officer Mia Goodwin Memorial Bridge
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution in support of the North Carolina Department of Transportation in the designation of the bridge located at the intersection of W.T. Harris Boulevard and Interstate 85 in the State of North Carolina on the National System for Interstate and Defense Highways as the “Officer Mia Goodwin Memorial Bridge.”
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Johnny Jennings, CMPD
Debbie Smith, Transportation
Explanation
§ There is a request to name the bridge at the intersection of W.T. Harris Boulevard and I-85 in honor of CMPD Officer Mia Goodwin who died in the line of duty on December 22, 2021.
§ Officer Goodwin was a six-year veteran of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
§ Officer Goodwin tragically lost her life while on duty on December 21, 2021 while assisting North Carolina Highway Patrol officers on an early morning accident on Interstate 85.
§ Officer Goodwin is the first female officer in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s history to be killed in the line of duty.
§ Her life and sacrifice inspired residents of the Charlotte region to show their love and support for her and her family and her memorial service was attended by hundreds of people throughout the Charlotte community and by law enforcement personnel from across the state.
§ The Mayor, the Police Chief, and the Fire Chief are providing letters of support for this memorial. As part of the requirements to complete the honorary designation, a resolution of support from City Council is also needed.
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