File #: LM-2023-0232    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Order Status: In Committee
File created: 3/30/2023 In control: City Services and Environmental Policy
On agenda: Final action:
Title: ORDER OF THE NEW HAVEN BOARD OF ALDERS DESIGNATING THE CORNER OF EDWARD B. GRANT WAY TO CHARLES "CHARLIE" ARCANGELO CORNER IN PERPETUITY, FOR HIS SUPPORT, CONTRIBUTIONS, AND SERVICE TO THE NEW HAVEN COMMUNITY.
Attachments: 1. Cover Letter for Charles Arcangelo, 2. Order for Charles ArcAngelo, 3. Petition for Corner Naming Charles Arcangelo, 4. 1630-11 Charles Arcangelo Corner Renaming BOA, 5. Screenshot 2025-12-04 123741, 6. Location_Corner Naming Charles Arcangelo, 7. Location_Google Maps_Corner Naming Charles Arcangelo, 8. Public Testimony_Opposing_Leslie Radcliffe

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ORDER OF THE NEW HAVEN BOARD OF ALDERS DESIGNATING THE CORNER OF EDWARD B. GRANT WAY TO CHARLES “CHARLIE” ARCANGELO CORNER IN PERPETUITY, FOR HIS SUPPORT, CONTRIBUTIONS, AND SERVICE TO THE NEW HAVEN COMMUNITY.

 

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WHEREAS:  Charles Arcangelo or “Charlie” was an inspiration to all those who knew him; and

 

WHEREAS:  born in New Haven in 1946, son of the late James and Emilia DeLucia Arcangelo; and

 

WHEREAS:  proudly served his country during the Vietnam War earning multiple medals of distinction; and

 

WHEREAS:  upon completing his service he returned home to begin his career in the fourth-generation family owned and operated business which began in 1947; and

 

WHEREAS:  his business flourished as an automotive scrap medal recycler and the owner of Chuck & Eddie’s Used Auto Parts; and

 

WHEREAS:  he built and expanded his company into six locations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, all while employing over two hundred individuals; and

 

WHEREAS:  his business grew largely due to his strong business sense and future vision of scrap operations; and

 

WHEREAS:  while his business grew, he raised four successful children and enjoyed being a grandfather to his seven grandchildren; and

 

WHEREAS:  one of his best-known traits was his continuous generosity; and 

 

WHEREAS:  over the years Charles Arcangelo helped countless people through his gifts of cash, food, clothing; and

 

WHEREAS:  local and regional organizations, providing opportunities through programs allowing young people to gain valuable employment, experience, and training; and

 

WHEREAS:  through the years, he helped, supported countless people, and showed great compassion; and

 

WHEREAS:  his family continues his legacy of generosity, compassion, and concern for the well-being of others.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the New Haven Board of Alders in honor of his many contributions and great services to the City of New Haven, that the corner of Edward B. Grant Way be designated as Charles “Charlie” Arcangelo Corner in perpetuity, making his legacy in New Haven stand as an official and permanent reminder of generosity.