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Spoke as the nephew of Gabriel Chavez, urging the board to vote yes to honor a national hero who grew up in the East Park neighborhood.
Parks and Recreation Board - Sep 9, 2026 · 3:30 →Niece of Gabriel Chavez described his profound influence on her father, who also enlisted in the military during World War II.
Parks and Recreation Board - Sep 9, 2026 · 21:23 →Shared childhood memories of East Park and suggested alternative ways to honor Chavez, such as naming a street or new placita after him.
Parks and Recreation Board - Sep 9, 2026 · 11:42 →Great-niece of Gabriel Chavez shared that her teenage son wants his senior pictures taken in front of the new park sign to honor his ancestor.
Speaking as president of the Barrio Neighborhood Planning Committee, expressed excitement over honoring the first Hispanic hero from the neighborhood with a park name.
Parks and Recreation Board - Sep 9, 2026 · 5:31 →Expressed personal support as an East Amarillo resident and World War II veteran's son, praising the Chavez family's contributions.
Parks and Recreation Board - Sep 9, 2026 · 8:25 →Vice president of the Barrio Neighborhood Planning Committee spoke in support, tying the renaming to the ongoing revitalization and heritage of the barrio.
Parks and Recreation Board - Sep 9, 2026 · 19:40 →