North Las Vegas to honor Dolores Huerta at Nov. 16 community memorial

The City of North Las Vegas will host a community memorial on Monday, Nov. 16, to celebrate the life and legacy of labor leader and civil rights icon Dolores Huerta following her passing.

The public gathering begins at 5 p.m. at the Dolores Huerta Resource Center, 1737 Hunkins Drive. The memorial will feature remarks from Ward 1 Councilman Isaac Barron, a musical performance by Mariachi Los Bravos from J.D. Smith Middle School and light refreshments and snacks for attendees.

Huerta, who popularized the rallying cry “Sí, se puede” (“Yes, we can”), dedicated her life to advocating for farmworkers, women and working families while championing labor rights, equal dignity and social justice. City leaders noted that her message holds deep resonance in North Las Vegas, which stands as Nevada’s largest minority-majority city.

Barron, who spearheaded the effort to name the municipal community hub in Huerta’s honor, reflected on the lasting impact of her work on local residents.

“Dolores Huerta stood up and spoke out for working families, and many lives changed because she did,” Barron said. “She gave people courage and hope. She reminded us all that community matters. That is why I was proud to champion naming our resource center after her. As someone born and raised in North Las Vegas, I know what her example means to a place as resilient, hardworking and diverse as ours. I am honored that her legacy has a lasting home in this city.”

Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown also joined city officials in mourning Huerta’s death, noting how her name continues to inspire residents seeking opportunity at the resource center.

“Dolores Huerta did not wait. She organized for change and proved that one determined voice can move a nation,” Goynes-Brown said. “Here in North Las Vegas, her name lives on at the Dolores Huerta Resource Center, where residents build new skills, find support and create better futures for their families. Everyone who walks into the center carries her belief in a fair chance for all. I am grateful for everything she gave us, and my heart goes out to her family. Sí, se puede.”

Community Services and Engagement Director Wilson Ramos extended condolences on behalf of municipal staff, emphasizing the city’s commitment to carrying her mission forward through local outreach and resident services.

“Our hearts and deepest condolences are with the family and loved ones of Dolores Huerta,” Ramos said. “We hope they find comfort in knowing that her life’s work continues to inspire and empower generations. As we honor her remarkable life, we remain empowered and poised to carry forward her legacy of service, compassion, and unwavering commitment to uplifting others. Her impact will continue to be felt by generations to come.”

City officials said the upcoming memorial will provide an opportunity for residents to come together in remembrance as North Las Vegas continues honoring Huerta’s legacy through a sustained commitment to opportunity and dignity.