Voting Underway in City's Name the Cow Contest

The City of Cerritos invites you to vote for the name of the cow featured in Milking Time – A Tribute to Dairy Valley.

Nearly 300 “udderly” creative names were submitted in the City of Cerritos Name the Cow Contest. The top 10 cow names have been selected by the City. Now it's time to vote for your favorite! Voting ends on January 16, 2026. 

The person who submitted the winning name will be recognized at a City Council meeting and awarded City keepsakes.

Milking Time – A Tribute to Dairy Valley is a new public artwork by nationally acclaimed sculptor Jane DeDecker. This series of bronze sculptures will include a farmer, his son and daughter, the family dog, and—of course—the cow, reflecting Cerritos’ agricultural roots and the enduring values of family and community. The sculptures will be installed at the Cerritos Civic Center to celebrate the City’s 70th anniversary in 2026.

Key Dates

• November 24, 2025: Finalist names unveiled at Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
• November 25, 2025 - January 16, 2026: Voting period open
• February 9, 2026: Winning name announced at City Council meeting
• February 23, 2026: Person who submitted winning name recognized at City Council meeting

About Our Cow

She was born in Dairy Valley, California, and remembered for her gentle nature. A devoted mother to two playful calves, she loved spending time in the fields—grazing with her friends, roaming the pasture, and basking in the sunshine. Treasured by the farmer’s family, she was especially loved by the children, who often brought her crisp apples and fresh carrots as treats.