Royal Oak Proposal to Rename Campbell Road in Honor of Lions Coach Dan Campbell

The Detroit Lions’ recent success has sparked a wave of pride across Michigan, and nowhere is that more evident than at HRPro, a human resource consulting firm located on Campbell Road in Royal Oak. Employees at HRPro have fully embraced the Lions’ resurgence, adorning their office with signs of Lions pride.

“I feel like we are kicking butt. We’re doing so good, and it’s just something to be proud of,” said Felicia Kennedy, a benefits analyst at HRPro, summing up the excitement shared by many in the office.

The enthusiasm for the Lions has inspired HRPro CEO Kristopher Powell to take a unique step in honoring the team’s head coach, Dan Campbell. Powell has submitted a proposal to rename Campbell Road to Dan Campbell Road as a tribute to the coach who has revitalized the franchise and reignited hope among Lions fans.

“He’s made this into a truly world-class franchise, which, you know, the last time this franchise won the national championship was the year I was born,” Powell said, emphasizing the transformative impact Campbell has had on the team and the community.

Thanks to a Royal Oak city ordinance, residents and business owners are allowed to submit proposals for street name changes. Powell’s proposal will be reviewed by a committee before being forwarded to the city commission for a final decision. The renaming of Campbell Road would be a symbolic gesture, recognizing Campbell’s role in elevating the Lions from perennial underdogs to legitimate contenders.

For Powell and his team, the initiative goes beyond mere fanfare. It’s a way to acknowledge the renewed spirit and optimism that Campbell has brought to Lions fans. “Dan Campbell has given us hope, and this is our way of saying thank you,” Powell explained.

The proposal has already sparked interest and debate within the Royal Oak community. Many residents see it as a fitting tribute to a coach who has inspired such dramatic change, while others wonder about the practicality of renaming a road for a still-active figure.

If approved, the street renaming would serve as a lasting reminder of the Lions’ ongoing resurgence and the coach who led the charge. As the city commission prepares to make its decision, Lions fans in Royal Oak and across the state will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of Powell’s heartfelt proposal.