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Residents press Addison board for transparency after reported ICE activity; callers ask for protections and outreach
Summary
Multiple residents told the board Oct. 6 they have seen immigration‑enforcement activity in and near Addison and urged the village and police to provide clear public information, consider executive actions, and ensure community trust and safety.
Several residents addressed the Village of Addison board on Oct. 6 with concerns about immigration enforcement in the community and requests for greater transparency and protective measures.
Speakers from the public described witnessing federal immigration agents in visible locations and said video footage obtained via Freedom of Information Act requests showed agents parking in or near police facilities. They urged the Village and police department to share information with the public, adopt policies to prevent agency use of village facilities, and expand multilingual outreach to reduce fear in immigrant communities.
What residents said: Dr. Maria Sinkyo (presenting as a social…
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