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Fort Worth staff estimate cost to add Cesar Chavez holiday at about $425,684; council discusses timing during budget cycle
Summary
City staff told council adding Cesar Chavez Day to the paid holiday schedule would increase the annual holiday cost by approximately $425,684 and be implemented in the following fiscal year if council adopts the change during the budget process.
Finance and human resources staff presented an informational report showing that adding the Cesar Chavez holiday to the city’s paid holiday calendar would increase annual costs by approximately $425,684. The city currently offers 11 holidays and two personal floating holidays; adding Cesar Chavez Day would raise the total to 12.
Timing and options: Staff recommended council consider the request as part of the FY26 budget process because the holiday typically falls in March and would not affect the current fiscal year if approved during budget adoption. Staff also listed alternatives: allow employees to use existing personal or vacation time in lieu of creating a new city holiday, or permit employees to use one of their two personal holidays for Cesar Chavez Day.
Council reaction: Several council members, including Councilmember Martinez and Councilmember Williams, expressed support for adding the holiday. Councilmember Flores asked staff about timing and was advised the change could be presented with budget ordinances so it would take effect the next fiscal year. No formal motion or vote occurred during the work session; staff will include the estimate and options for council consideration in the budget process.
