Staff DirectionApr 6, 2026Item F.1Completed

DIRECTION TO AMEND THE LIST OF CITY HOLIDAYS TO RENAME "CESAR E. CHAVEZ DAY" TO "FARMWORKERS DAY" [J. ROCCO, A. LOVANO]

Staff Direction • 2026-04-06 • Item F.1 • Tracking ID DIR-2026-360159

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The proposal to rename 'César E. Chávez Day' to 'Farmworkers Day' as a city holiday involves updating municipal codes and city materials, such as parking meter signage. This change, funded by city resources, aims to honor farmworkers more broadly while maintaining the same holiday observance. Residents should be aware of potential updates to parking regulations and signage on this day.

Tracking ID: DIR-2026-360159

Due: 2026-07-05

How does this affect you?

For West Hollywood residents, this change means that the holiday previously known as 'César E. Chávez Day' will now be recognized as 'Farmworkers Day'. This affects how the holiday is referred to in city communications and on parking meters, which may impact parking enforcement on this day. Residents should look for updated signage and be aware of any changes in parking rules associated with this holiday.

Fiscal impact

Fiscal impact was not specified in the published agenda analysis.

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