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Residents and lawmakers press county to protect immigrant residents after ICE pickup; calls for clear communications
Summary
Multiple public commenters and legislators discussed the recent ICE arrest of a local resident, urged protection of undocumented community members under Tompkins County's sanctuary policy, and asked for clearer communications between the sheriff's office, jail and federal agencies.
A string of public comments and legislator remarks at the Tompkins County Legislature's Feb. 4 meeting centered on a recent immigration enforcement action that drew community concern and prompted calls to reaffirm local sanctuary protections.
Lynn Jackier read a letter signed by more than 260 Tompkins County residents urging leaders and municipalities to resist what she called a "mass deportation" effort, to provide legal representation and to refuse cooperation with federal actions that target undocumented community members. "Visible dissent dispels the climate of fear," Jackier said.
Zach Wynne asked the legislature to clarify communication among federal immigration agents, the county jail and the…
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