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Westchester council advances debate on ordinance to require approval before 287(g) immigration agreements
Summary
Council directed the solicitor to draft an ordinance requiring borough council approval before the police department can enter into any 287(g) immigration‑enforcement cooperation agreement; the proposal prompted extended public comment and a split among council on whether an ordinance or policy is the appropriate tool.
Council members moved the draft ordinance a step forward on Feb. 17, 2026, directing the borough solicitor to prepare language that would require Westchester Borough Council approval before the police department may enter into any 287(g) or similar immigration‑enforcement cooperation agreement.
Supporters said the ordinance would add transparency and public oversight for any use of borough resources in federal immigration enforcement, noting that such agreements require police time, training and equipment that affect taxpayers. "Oversight is not optional," Councilman Sean McGinnis said, urging a public hearing and committee review so…
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