EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso County has renamed Cesar Chavez Day, March 31, as Farmworkers Appreciation Day.
On Monday, March 30, County Commissioners Court approved a revision to the El Paso County Holiday Leave Policy, renaming Cesar Chavez Day. County holidays are observed as non-business days.
This comes after the City renamed Cesar Chavez Day as Community & Labor Heritage Day, following serious allegations of sexual abuse against the former co-founder of the United Farm Workers union.
El Paso renames March 31 holiday amid Cesar Chavez Day controversy
“In consideration of recent allegations involving Cesar Chavez, the Court approved this amendment out of respect for those affected. This action reflects the County’s commitment to ensuring that its policies and recognitions align with its values of respect, integrity and inclusivity,” read part of a news release by the County…