At the October 6, 2025, meeting, Manvel City Council formally recognized the contributions of several notable individuals and families whose service and dedication have shaped the City’s growth, history, and community spirit. To honor their legacies, the Council approved the naming of several City facilities at the July 7, 2025, and July 21, 2025, City Council meetings.
The new Police Station will be named the Keith Traylor Criminal Justice Center, in recognition of Director of Public Safety Keith Traylor, who has served as Manvel’s Chief of Police since 2013 and has dedicated his career to protecting the community.
The City’s new Public Works Facility will be named the Karen Kinlaw Public Works Facility, honoring Karen Kinlaw for her decades of service on the Manvel Economic Development Corporation. Her leadership reflects a lifelong commitment to the growth and welfare of Manvel.
At the upcoming Heritage Park, which will be located behind City Hall on Large Avenue from Palmetto Street to Masters Road, the dog park will carry the name Lenarduzzi Dog Park in recognition of Roland Lenarduzzi. Roland operated the Manvel Animal Clinic for 45 years. His legacy of compassionate care for animals is deeply woven into Manvel’s history.
Also at Heritage Park, the new pavilion will be named the Ruth Dietz Pavilion, honoring Ruth Dietz for her tireless service to those in need through the establishment and work for Manvel’s local food pantry. The pavilion will serve as a place for community gatherings and shared meals.
The City’s Municipal Court will now be known as the Judge Michael Culling Municipal Court, in recognition of Judge Michael Culling’s many years of service to Manvel as its Presiding and later Emeritus Judge.
Finally, the City’s new water tower will be named the Booth Water Tower, recognizing the Booth family, whose ancestry dates back to Manvel’s early settlement in 1857 and reflects their longstanding place in the City’s history.
“These names reflect not only the dedication of individuals who gave so much of themselves but also the history and spirit of Manvel,” said Mayor Dan Davis. “We are proud to honor their contributions in a way that will endure for generations.”