SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Most government offices in San Diego County were closed to the public on Tuesday in observance of what was formerly called “Cesar Chavez Day.”

On Tuesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed March 31 as “Farmworkers Day” to commemorate those who contribute to America’s agricultural landscape.

San Diego County public offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters closed on Tuesday in observance of a “state holiday,” although the name change from Cesar Chavez Day has yet to officially take place within the county.

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According to a statement from the county’s communications office, the County Board of Supervisors directed the county’s chief administrative officer on March 25 to rename Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day through changes in the county administrative code and compensation ordinance. The chances are expected to return to the board on April 21.

The state holiday closures in San Diego County include the following recreational centers:

Fallbrook Community Center

Lakeside Community Center

Spring Valley Community Center

Spring Valley Gymnasium

4S Ranch Recreation Office only (all parks will be open)

Valley Center Community Hall

Adams Park Pool

Community Teen Centers

However, all county parks, campgrounds and neighborhood day-use parks remain open. All essential services such as law enforcement and emergency animal control response will continue on Tuesday.

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