SUMMARY: I'm a Hillsdale and Multnomah Village resident, and I'd like to suggest using Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy. or Barbur Blvd. for renaming to Chavez. I posted the following on the SW Portland neighbors discussion list. I will let you know if I get any responses on the ideas.

I've been learning a little about Cesar Chavez lately, and think he might be worthy. Frankly, I'd have no problem if we suggested Barbur Blvd. Or Beaverton Hillsdale Highway. I've never really liked either name. For Beaverton Hillsdale Highway, the name is way too long and klutzy to use, and "Chavez Highway" would be fine by me. But I suppose that could only go to the city limits (??) near Raleigh Hills.

If they do this anywhere, I do wish they would keep the signs and the official name just the one-name "Chavez" for the simplicity of use for businesses and residents. I think it is very awkward when govt's try to put the entire first and last names on memorial street signs. People will both ask and know who the name stands for. Keep it simple.

Any other opinions on this? Does anyone think anyone in S.W. would lose any sleep over renaming one of thease streets for Chavez?