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Residents raise ICE concerns; police chief and staff deny cooperation and staff to research immigrant support options
Summary
Multiple residents alleged increased ICE activity and urged council action. The police chief (unnamed) said the department is not assisting ICE in immigration actions; staff clarified a Homeland Security grant for the Dewey Center is for a backup generator for emergency operations, not a federal detention or ICE facility. Council asked staff to return with options for modest immigrant‑support investments.
A string of public commenters raised concerns about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the city, alleging early‑morning enforcement actions and asking the council to clarify policy and protections for immigrant residents.
Public commenters described distress and fear after several community members reported ICE presence near homes and public spaces.…
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