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San Antonio is considering renaming César E. Chávez Boulevard due to serious allegations. The city wants your input on potential new names through a public survey.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 6 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
The project will cost $374,700 from the FY 2026 General Fund.
Residents and community members who advocated for the return to the historical name of Durango.
Property owners on the street who will need to update their addresses.
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The city is renaming a major boulevard to reflect local history and community preference. This change will require updating signage and addresses for nearly 300 properties.
In March, multiple sexual misconduct allegations against Chavez were brought to the forefront in a "New York Times" report.
A controversial San Antonio street name is officially disappearing MySA
Durango Boulevard returns as San Antonio drops César Chávez CultureMap San Antonio
Renaming major streets like Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard costs over $300,000 and creates significant administrative headaches for residents who have to update their IDs, bank accounts, and utility services.
The city is starting the process to rename a section of North Main Avenue to honor Erica Andrews, a local LGBTQ+ advocate. This has sparked some public debate.
The city is renaming Cesar E. Chavez Blvd back to Durango Blvd. Residents and commissioners debated whether this honors or diminishes the legacy of Mexican-American civil rights leaders.
A portion of Marbach Road is being considered for renaming to honor Jose Flores III. This involves new signage and a formal recommendation to the City Council.
San Antonio councilwoman requests renaming César E. Chávez Blvd., wants city to help pay for it KSAT
Texas cities distancing themselves from César Chávez Spectrum News
City of San Antonio estimates César E. Chávez Boulevard name change could cost $200K KSAT
City of San Antonio opens survey to rename César E. Chávez Boulevard after sexual abuse allegations KSAT
San Antonio surveys residents on renaming César E. Chávez Blvd San Antonio Report
A portion of Marbach Road is being considered for designation as "Jose Flores III Memorial Way" to honor a young individual.
San Antonio council members seek to strip Cesar Chavez name from boulevard Texas Public Radio | TPR
The commission is looking to update its governing rules and potentially change its name. This is important for how the commission operates and represents seniors.
The MLK Commission is considering renaming the 'Voices of the Dream Celebration' to the 'King's Dream Celebration.' This change aims to potentially better align the event's name with its purpose and the legacy of Dr. King.
Denial means the property will retain its 'Neighborhood Commercial' designation, limiting its potential for larger-scale commercial development.
Denial means the area will remain designated for low-density residential use, limiting commercial development.
The change affects 295 addresses and requires $374,700 in signage updates.
The project will add new housing density to the Dignowity Hill neighborhood.