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Luster Knight Memorial (At Marina Park) <br />Luster Knight was loved by all and an inspiration to everyone who knew him. He <br />was an Alameda County Firefighter and a well-known advocate who worked <br />tirelessly and enthusiastically for the betterment of the San Leandro community. <br /> <br />As an African American child growing up in the South, Luster had personal <br />experience of being prohibited from using a drinking fountain in a neighborhood <br />park due to his skin color. That experience was the beginning of his belief that <br />parks and their amenities should be available and accessible to all. <br />This fire engine red drinking fountain represents Luster’s passion for inclusivity, <br />accessibility and being a Firefighter. Marina Park was his favorite park. <br />It is hoped that this Memorial, and Luster Knight’s years of service will be an <br />inspiration for others to work tirelessly and enthusiastically for the betterment of <br />their community. The memorial made possible by: San Leandro City Council and <br />the Recreation and Parks Commission; Alameda County Fire, Local 55; Davis <br />Street Family Resource Center and Leadership San Leandro. <br /> <br /> <br />BODIES OF WATER <br /> <br />Jack D. Maltester Channel (San Leandro Marina) <br />In 1992, the channel leading into the San Leandro Marina was named the "Jack <br />D. Maltester Channel". Mr. Maltester’s bio is below. <br /> <br />STREETS, BRIDGES AND OVERPASSES <br /> <br />Dan Niemi Way <br />San Leandro Police Officer Nels “Dan” Niemi was a San Leandro Police officer <br />who was shot and killed in an ambush attack. On July 25, 2005 while in the line <br />of duty. The killer, 23-year Irving “Gotti” Ramirez, was apprehended was given <br />the death penalty in 2007.Niemi was born in Guam in 1962 and grew up in the <br />East Bay. He graduated from Sacramento State College with a degree in Arts <br />and Communications. He joined the police force just 3 years before his death, <br />and was survived by his wife and two children. <br /> <br />A portion of Hays Street running close to San Leandro Creek and Root Park was <br />re-named Dan Niemi Way on July 25, 2015. <br /> <br /> <br />Jack D. Maltester – Mario Polvorosa Overpass <br />Mario Polvorosa was known as a “San Leandro legend,” Polvorosa was best <br />known for his philanthropic promotions and getting difficult tasks completed on <br />behalf of the San Leandro community. Mr. Polvorosa became politically active <br />when he replaced Louis Borre on the city council on Nov. 1, 1965. He served on <br />the council until he was elected Vice-Mayor on May 5, 1975.