Kansas City resident Jimbo Gilchrist opposes ICE detention facility in Leavenworth

March 26, 2025 | Leavenworth City, Leavenworth County, Kansas

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The Leavenworth City Commission held its regular meeting on March 25, 2025, focusing on both old and new business. The meeting commenced with the approval of minutes from the previous sessions, specifically the regular meeting on March 11 and the special meeting on March 18. A motion was made and seconded to approve these minutes, which passed unanimously with all commissioners voting in favor.

Following the approval of the minutes, the meeting transitioned to public comment. The mayor reminded attendees that public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker and that no immediate action would be taken on these comments. The mayor encouraged groups to designate a single spokesperson to streamline the process.
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The first speaker, Jimbo Gilchrist, addressed the commission, expressing his opposition to the proposed ICE detention facility in Leavenworth. He urged the city to consider legal action against CoreCivic, citing concerns over potential legal violations.

The meeting proceeded with no further public comments recorded at this time. The commission will continue to address agenda items in subsequent discussions, with the public's input noted for consideration in future deliberations.

Converted from Leavenworth City Commission Regular Meeting March 25, 2025 meeting on March 26, 2025
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