Petition to rename Seccom Lake Park
Summary
A proposal to rename Seccombe Lake Park for civil rights activist Ignacio Lopez drew unanimous public opposition from history advocates and the Seccombe family. Speakers argue the lake's history doesn't support the rename, and the commission must review the request under city policy before it goes to the Parks Commission and ultimately the City Council. No decision was made; the item is expected in June.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Renaming costs weren't quantified, but the council policy requires a cost analysis if the recommendation moves forward.
Supporters of the renaming say honoring a civil rights pioneer would recognize a landmark desegregation victory.
Opponents say the Seccombe family's 140-year legacy in the city would be unfairly tarnished.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Regular Meeting of the Arts & Historical Preservation Commission - Jun 15, 2026
A petition seeks to rename Seccom Lake after the Lopez v. Seccum desegregation lawsuit, but nearly all public speakers said the name unfairly tars a family of long-serving civic leaders and erases history. The commission voted to oppose the rename; the Parks and Recreation Commission will make the actual recommendation to the City Council. Many speakers suggested honoring Ignacio Lopez at the Perris Hill Plunge instead.
Regular Meeting of the Arts & Historical Preservation Commission - Apr 20, 2026
A proposal to rename Seccombe Lake Park for civil rights activist Ignacio Lopez drew unanimous public opposition from history advocates and the Seccombe family. Speakers argue the lake's history doesn't support the rename, and the commission must review the request under city policy before it goes to the Parks Commission and ultimately the City Council. No decision was made; the item is expected in June.
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