LETTER AND APPLICATION.PDF

ARIZONA STATE BOARD
ON GEOGRAPHIC AND HISTORIC NAMES
State Capitol Chair: Dennis Preisler
1938 Addition, Suite 200 Phone: 602 926 3720
1700 W. Washington Fax: (602) 256-7982
Phoenix, Arizona 85007 Email: aznames@azlibrary.gov
Internet: http://www.azlibrary.gov/about/boards-and-commissions/asbghn
October 5, 2017
Fran McCarron, Clerk
Maricopa County Board of Supervisors
301 W. Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Regarding: Proposal to name segments of the U.S. 60 Governor Rose Mofford Memorial
Highway
Dear Maricopa County Board of Supervisors,
The Arizona State Board on Geographic and Historic Names (Board) has the statutory
responsibility for determining the most appropriate names for places in the State of Arizona. To
assist the Board in reaching an informed decision, the purpose of this letter is to respectfully
request a written recommendation of support or opposition to a name proposal under
consideration by the Board.
The name Governor Rose Mofford Memorial Highway has been submitted by Roberto A.
Reveles of Gold Canyon, Arizona to name segments of the U.S. 60 in Arizona.
Note that a segment of the U.S. 60 is designated as the Gila-Pinal Scenic Road, from Mile Post
214.5 east of Florence Junction, to Mile Post 240.5. The Board is statutorily prohibited from
naming/renaming roads that are designated as Scenic or Historic.
The proposed name would designate the following segments of the U.S. 60 in Arizona:
Mile Post 31 to Mile Post 214.5, Quartzsite to east of Florence Junction
Mile Post 240.5 to Mile Post 401, west of Miami to the New Mexico border near Springerville

Mr. Reyeles stated that he does not wish to conflict with any existing highway or freeway
designations in use by ADOT, so the Board may move to vote on shorter segments of U.S. 60 to
avoid any conflict that may arise.
Please consider this proposal, and circulate to those departments that you feel could provide
guidance and direction to the Board on this issue. If you receive other correspondence that would
assist the decision-making process, the Board would appreciate receiving a copy for our files.
The Board considers information provided by the proponent, opponents, and the Board's staff in
its deliberations on proposed names The Board's staff contacts governmental agencies, land
owners, interested individuals, and the affected counties, and also conducts independent research
for background on the historical and current local usage of the existing and proposed name.
The Board would appreciate a response before its next Board meeting scheduled for mid-
November, 2017.
If the Board does not receive a response, it will assume no opinion, and will proceed as
scheduled. In the event that you have questions or will require more time to adequately respond
to this request, please contact me at (602) 926-3367 or aznames@azlibrary.gov .
Sincerely,
Ryan Ehrfurth
Staff Support, Arizona State Board on Geographic and Historic Names
State of Arizona Research Library
Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records
1901 W. Madison St.
Phoenix, AZ 85009

Arizona State Board On Geographic And Historic Names
NAME PROPOSAL/NAME CHANGE APPLICATION
Proposed Name: Governor Rose Mofford Memorial Highway
Proposed New Name o Application Change o Name Change D Other
Land ownership: County:
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Description
Type of feature (lake, stream, mountain etc.): Highway, US 60
Description of feature (location, length, depth, height, size and/or area covered): Proposed name for US 60 from
its easternmost entry into Arizona from NM state line, to the westernmost California state line, with the exception of the
segment already designated Gila-Pinal Scenic Road (mile post 214.5 to 240.5).
Yes o No o Feature is identified by other names or spellings. Please list:
Yes o No o The feature has been signed, posted, or publicized. If so, when:
Please enclose a copy of U.S. Geological Survey Topographical Quad Map and mark feature for reference. For
assistance in obtaining copies of appropriate documentation, please contact the Names Board support staff at the
Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records at 602-926-4035. Outside of Phoenix (but within
Arizona), dial toll free at 1-800-255-5841.
Yes o No o Copy of U.S. Geological Survey Map enclosed (7.5' required)
NOTE : Attachments such as maps and photographs cannot be returned. Photocopies will be accepted.
Definition of Name
Does the proposed name have a meaning? What is the meaning? Cite the source consulted for the meaning.
The name is that of a well known public figure in Arizona's history as is documented in official and other records.

Arizona State Board On Geographic And Historic Names
NAME PROPOSAL /NAME CHANGE APPLICATION
History
Please provide a brief history of the feature and its immediate surroundings (add pages if needed). This may
include the following: N Native American; 2 First Settlers; g Historical Background pertinent to the feature; 4
History on how the land is/was used; g Natural disasters (floods, fires, etc.): 6 Any significant cultural events.
If appropriate, geology, flora and fauna. Cite sources.
Origin of the name:
Yes El No CI Further background information on the feature is attached.
Justification of Proposed Name
Describe the usage of the feature US 60 is a major highway used daily by thousands of commuters and interstate
travelers and the proposed name would bring added public recognition to Arizona's justified pride in the diversity of its
state government.
Please state why the proposed name will best serve the public interest (attach additional documentation if
necessary) The public interest will be best served by naming US 60 as the Governor Rose Mofford Memorial Highway
as this proposal conforms to the Board's policies (avoiding inconsistencies and contradictions by adopting uniform name
usage, promulgating current name data, and the proposed name's appropriateness and accepta,bility). l-urthermore,
the proposed name best serves the public interest by memorializing the rare achievement ot Rose Mottord as the first
woman governor of Arizona, setting the stage for Arizona at one point achieving distinction of the state with the most
women governors in the nation. Historically, Rose Mofford had a personal association with US 60 as the highway she
regularly used in traveling between her hometown in Gila County and the State Capitol where she served with distinction
for 37years as a civil servant and 13 years as an elected and appointed state official.
Please list all sources of information used for your research on the background and history relating to the
proposed name (maps, books, articles, periodicals, etc.) Archives and news coverage by electronic media and
newspapers of record plus public records and museum exhibits that document Rose Mofford's fifty years of public service.

Arizona State Board On Geographic And Historic Names
NAME PROPOSAL /NAME CHANGE APPLICATION
How long has the proposed name been in use? By whom? (e.g. geologists, nature enthusiasts, local residents,
land management agencies, property owner) The proposed name asnot been used with a highway.
What type of local support is there for the proposed name (e.g. land owner or manager)? Cite evidence of this
support. Support for the proposed name is reflected by supportive statements submitted to the Board by various county
and local governments and individuals along with institutions dedicated to preserving and presenting Arizona state
history.
List all groups and persons who are familiar with the proposed feature and its usage. Please provide names,
addresses and telephone numbers (please print) and his/ her association with knowledge of the geographic
feature:
Name: Jose Sanchez, President Association: Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum
Addttss: 354 S. Adonis Avenue Telephone: ( 928 ) 473-3550
FAX: (
City: Miami Zip Code : 85539 ellobo1935@yahoo.conn
Name: David Coward Association: commuter, US 60
Address: 9414 E. Mogollon Trail Telephone: 480 ) 678-1756
FAX: (
City: Gold Canyon Zip Code 85118 dbcoward@gmail.conn
Name: Irene Chavez Association: commuter, US 60
Address: 10700 E. Peralta Canyon Drive Telephone: ( 480 ) 836-4199
FAX: (
City: Gold Canyon Zip Code : 85118 e-mail: 9143xincollaves@gnnail.com

Arizona State Board On Geographic And Historic Names
NAME PROPOSAL /NAME CHANGE APPLICATION
Application submitted by:
Name: ,Roberto A. Reveles Affiliation / Agency / Company:
Address:10904 E. Sleepy Hollow Trail Telephone: (480 ) 983-8611
FAX:( )
City: Gold Canyon Zip Code: 85118 robertorev@msn.com
I am aware that all information submitted is considered to be public information (A.R.S. § 38-431.01)
Printed Name: Roberto A. Reveles
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Signature: R_ober1-6 W 09/28/2017 Date: 9-28-17
Return to:
Arizona State Board on Geographic and Historic Names
c/o Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records
1700 W Washington, Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Additional Assistance:
Telephone: 602-926-4035
Toll free (within Arizona, outside Phoenix): 1-800-255-5841
FAX: 602-256-7984
e-mail: aznames@lib.az.us
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Date Received:
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Board Action:
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