Renaming Shoemaker/Oak Crest intersection for Robert Beall
Cerritos
Summary
The council split 3-2 to rename the intersection next to Whitney High School after its founding principal. Supporters said Beall built the school into the state's top-ranked high school; opponents said the city rushed the decision without thorough vetting or school district coordination.
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Last discussed Mar 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Only about $200 per sign, up to four signs, installed by city staff.
The Beall family, Whitney High School alumni, and residents who value the school's contribution to Cerritos.
Residents who felt the renaming process lacked adequate vetting and community input.
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