The Alexandria City Council decided unanimously Saturday to name a refurbished park at the foot of King Street “Waterfront Park,” even though the council admitted it’s a lackluster and unimaginative moniker. “His successful businesses were accomplished on the back of enslaved human beings,” said council member Timothy B. Lovain (D). It will be combined with a park to the south, which already is called Waterfront Park. The first phase of the redeveloped park, slated for completion in early 2019, will include a plaza, promenade and an adaptable modular space. “It’s not the jazziest name, but it serves a purpose,” council member Paul Smedberg (D) responded.

Source: Washington Post December 15, 2018 21:33 UTC