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Settlement Name
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Chula Vista
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Has Policy?
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Yes
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Policy
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The City of Chula Vista has adopted a formal policy governing the naming and renaming of City assets, including parks, recreational facilities, buildings, and other municipal spaces. The policy establishes a consistent and transparent process to ensure that names reflect the community’s history, culture, geography, and civic identity while promoting fairness and public participation.
The policy prioritizes geographic naming, encouraging assets to be named after their location, neighborhood, or surrounding landscape features. Additional considerations may include topography, flora, cultural or historical references, and names that strengthen neighborhood or city identity. Naming after individuals or groups is allowed only under extraordinary circumstances and requires evidence that the honoree made significant contributions to the City of Chula Vista, had a positive impact on residents, or demonstrated exceptional service to the community.
The policy also allows naming recognition for major donors who have made significant contributions to the development, land acquisition, or long-term maintenance of a city asset. However, proposed names must remain neutral and avoid excessive commercialization or political and religious affiliations unless historically justified. Names must also be unique within the city to prevent confusion.
The policy outlines a formal nomination and review process. Proposals may be submitted by community members, city departments, or commissions and must include justification for the proposed name as well as evidence of community support. Proposals are reviewed by the relevant city department and the City Manager’s office, followed by legal review. Final recommendations are submitted to the City Council, which holds final authority for approving or rejecting naming and renaming requests.
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Contact Info
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cityclerk@chulavistaca.gov
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Policy Score
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72.22
