Albuquerque Considers Renaming Chavez Streets | Albuquerque News

Albuquerque is moving to rename streets and buildings honoring Cesar Chavez after new allegations surfaced, sparking debate over historical legacy versus community identity. The main street, Avenida Cesar Chavez between Yale and Fourth, may revert to Stadium Boulevard — a name favored in a public poll and tied to nearby sports venues. But not everyone agrees; some residents argue the area’s roots lie in rail yards, not farmworker history, and want names reflecting local heritage. After official notifications, residents will have a month to weigh in before the City Council votes. Another stretch of Avenida Cesar Chavez east of the tracks will also be reviewed with direct community input. The city estimates renaming costs at over $11,000, and a separate community center renaming is pending a separate vote. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/19951f24598d0f6f