This legislation, introduced by Senator Patton during the 136th General Assembly (2025-2026), proposes the enactment of a new section of the Ohio Revised Code (5534.926) to officially name a specific segment of State Route 10 in Cleveland.
The central theme of the bill is the honorary designation of this highway segment.
Most Important Ideas/Facts:
- Specific Location: The portion of State Route 10 to be designated as “John E. Gallagher Way” is precisely defined as the “northeastbound and southwestbound lanes of state route number ten between west forty-seventh street and west fiftieth street, in the municipal corporation of Cleveland in Cuyahoga county.”
- Nature of Designation: This designation is intended to be in addition to any existing or future names for this section of highway. The bill states: “In addition to any other name prescribed in the Revised Code or otherwise, the northeastbound and southwestbound lanes of state route number ten… shall be known as the ‘John E. Gallagher Way.’”
- Implementation: The bill authorizes the Director of Transportation to install appropriate signage to indicate the new name. “The director of transportation may erect suitable markers along the highway indicating its name.”
Notable Quotes:
- “To enact section 5534.926 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 10 in Cleveland as “John E. Gallagher Way.””
- “In addition to any other name prescribed in the Revised Code or otherwise, the northeastbound and southwestbound lanes of state route number ten between west forty-seventh street and west fiftieth street, in the municipal corporation of Cleveland in Cuyahoga county, shall be known as the “John E. Gallagher Way.””
- “The director of transportation may erect suitable markers along the highway indicating its name.”
Summary:
Ohio Senate Bill 182 proposes to honor an individual named John E. Gallagher by naming a specific, short segment of State Route 10 in Cleveland after him. The bill outlines the precise location of the designated area and grants the Director of Transportation the authority to erect signage. This is a straightforward piece of legislation focused on an honorary highway designation.