NewsABC7 News San Francisco (KGO-TV)October 26, 2026San Francisco County
San Jose Council to Vote on Renaming Plaza de César Chávez
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The San Jose City Council is voting on a proposal to rename Plaza de César Chávez to "Plaza del Pueblo de San Jose." The city's Parks and Recreation Commission recommended the new name following community submissions and recent controversies involving the late Cesar Chavez.
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Residents could see a prominent downtown public space get a new name, shifting how a major city landmark is identified.
Key Facts
- The San Jose City Council is scheduled to vote on the name change on Tuesday.
- The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended the name "Plaza del Pueblo de San Jose."
- The name change follows sexual abuse allegations against the late Cesar Chavez.