San Jose Plaza Renaming Process

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 29, 2026 · 1m

San Jose is launching a community-driven campaign to rename the historic Plaza de Cesar Chavez, sparking debate over honoring legacy versus reflecting evolving values. After allegations prompted reconsideration, city leaders are inviting residents to submit new names by July 7th — honoring local history, pivotal events, or impactful figures who died at least five years ago. Ideas range from celebrating cultural icons like Los Tigres del Norte to reverting to “Plaza San Jose” or ditching individual names altogether. With a ranked-choice survey, public feedback, and final approval by the City…