City Council 9 15 2026 Agenda Item M2 Renaming of Cesar Chavez Drive

The City Council of Oxnard held a meeting on September 3, 2026, to discuss the renaming of Cesar Chavez Drive. The council reviewed survey results and naming guidelines that require new street names to start with P or Q and be easy to pronounce for emergency services. The council considered the financial impact on residents and businesses, proposing a one-time reimbursement of up to $100 per entity, with a maximum of $250 if verified receipts exceed $100, to cover costs related to updating addresses. The estimated cost for replacing street signs is approximately $15,000, with total reimbursements not expected to exceed $11,750. The council was to conduct a public hearing, consider environmental exemptions, select a new street name, and approve related fees and budget allocations for the renaming process.