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Narberth advisory committee reviews draft resolution reaffirming nonparticipation in federal immigration enforcement
Summary
The Narberth Police Advisory Committee reviewed a draft borough-council resolution clarifying that the borough will not participate in certain federal immigration-enforcement programs, heard resident concerns about process and police oversight, and agreed to forward a neutral summary of public input and the police chief’s guidance to borough council ahead of a scheduled council vote.
Narberth — The borough’s Police Advisory Committee on Tuesday reviewed a draft borough-council resolution meant to clarify the borough’s stance on federal immigration enforcement and to explain what residents should expect from local police.
Mayor: "It does not change our commitment to public safety," the mayor said, explaining the resolution was developed with the solicitor and subject-matter experts and will be voted on by borough council the following day. The mayor said the draft is intended to build trust in the community and to make clear what the borough will and will not do in interactions involving federal immigration authorities.
Chief’s briefing: Police Chief John told the committee the draft does not restrict or hamper Narberth Police Department operations. "There is no…
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