The city of Mesa announced that they are removing all honorary Calle Cesar Chavez signs and a commemorative plaque at Eagle Community Center due to the recent sexual abuse allegations against the late civil rights activist.
The city removed the honorary street signs along Broadway road and the plaque on March 18, the same day the New York Times published multiple victim statements alleging sexual abuse by Chavez. Mesa City Council also stated that all programs and events associated with Chavez would be adjusted while retaining their original purpose.
“Someone capable of causing such harm should not continue to receive public honors. That is why I support removing his name and associations from landmarks, programs and future events in Mesa,” said District 4 Councilmember Jean Duff where the signs and plaques were located.
While the city was quick to remove any association with the now disgraced former civil rights leader, city officials have stressed that this does not reflect upon the movement that Chavez had previously championed…