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RCC 197

Para designar con el nombre de la ex primera dama de Puerto Rico, “Doña Kate Donelly” (QEPD), el Parque de Ventana al Mar, que ubica en la Avenida Ashford en Condado en el municipio de San Juan; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico's legislature approved renaming Parque de Ventana al Mar in San Juan to honor deceased former First Lady Doña Kate Donelly.

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Bill Summary · RCC 197

Legislative bill overview

Bill RCC 197 designates the Parque de Ventana al Mar, located on Ashford Avenue in the Condado neighborhood of San Juan, with the name of the late former First Lady of Puerto Rico, "Doña Kate Donelly." The bill is a commemorative naming resolution that honors her memory by officially renaming the public park.

Why is this important

Public park naming carries symbolic and cultural significance, as it establishes permanent recognition of individuals deemed important to Puerto Rico's history and society. This designation ensures that visitors and residents of San Juan will associate the park with Doña Kate Donelly's legacy and contributions as First Lady.

Potential points of contention

  • Historical record concerns: Public records regarding Doña Kate Donelly's tenure as First Lady and specific accomplishments or charitable work may warrant verification to ensure the designation is historically justified
  • Community input: Residents or civic groups in Condado may have had existing attachments to the park's current name or preferences about public space designations
  • Resource allocation: While symbolic, some may question whether legislative time is optimally spent on naming designations versus policy-focused legislation with direct budgetary or regulatory impact

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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