In the wake of the Detroit Lions securing the No. 1 seed for the NFC playoffs, the local community of Royal Oak is abuzz with a proposition to rename Campbell Road in honor of the team's esteemed head coach, Dan Campbell. Kristopher Powell, CEO of HRPro, is spearheading the campaign, riding on the wave of the team's success under Campbell's guidance.
According to a CBS News Detroit report, Powell, driven by Coach Campbell's influence on the team, submitted the proposal following a decisive win over the Minnesota Vikings. Michael Luzi, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at HRPro, reinforced the sentiment by saying, "It's passion, its grit, it's the way, you know, this city has been built around. Dan is the man, plain and simple." Meanwhile, Royal Oak City Manager Joseph Gacioch is considering the logistical implications, noting the potential complexities and financial aspects of changing the street names for businesses and residents.
Continuing the community buzz, a FOX 2 Detroit article stated that the idea has even caught the attention of Royal Oak Mayor Michael Fournier. With the costs for renaming the street estimated at around $10,000, Powell has announced his intent to fundraise for the project amongst local businesses, showing commitment to the cause regardless of the playoff results.
Further details reported by The Detroit News reveal that the street's namesake, Welcome Campbell, was an early settler in Royal Oak. Meanwhile, Powell expressed his eagerness for city officials to embrace the initiative, stating, "I think this stands the test of time because I think this guy's going to win us a Super Bowl." Powell's proposal must pass through a review committee and, ultimately, the city commission for final approval.
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