Politics & Government
Name that Gator!
Alexandria seeks a name for the plastic reptile that graces pond in Ben Brenman Park.

Name that gator!
There’s something new in the Ben Brenman Park pond—an alligator!
But there’s no need for alarm. It's plastic.
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The 2-foot long reptile was placed there to scare away messy geese that upset the park’s ecosystem. Even though he’s not really a pet or even real, the city is asking for participation in naming the Ben Brenman alligator.
Send your suggestions to fyi@alexandriava.gov with subject line “Name That Gator!” by Sept. 30.
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The new name will be mentioned on the city's Facebook page, Twitter and in an upcoming issue of FYI Alexandria.
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