Woodland council affirms support for immigrant residents in resolution read and included on consent calendar

The Woodland City Council included and approved a resolution on Feb. 17 affirming support for immigrant community members and committing city departments to provide services regardless of immigration status, the council said when it adopted the consent calendar.

Why it matters: The resolution reiterates the city’s commitment to public safety and community trust amid heightened federal immigration enforcement and urges federal accountability and safeguards. Supporters said local affirmation can reduce fear that otherwise hinders crime reporting and access to services.

Jake Whitaker, a public commenter, said the resolution “makes a clear statement that all Woodland residents, regardless of immigration status, are valued members of our community” and argued that local trust improves public safety. Mayor Pro Tem Mara Vega read the resolution at council direction, citing the California Values Act and urging Congress to require oversight and training for federal enforcement actions.

The council placed the resolution on the consent calendar along with other routine matters and a proclamation for Black History Month. The consent calendar (items 3–12) was approved by voice vote; no separate roll-call vote for the immigration resolution was recorded in the meeting transcript.

Quotes: “This resolution makes a clear statement that all Woodland residents, regardless of immigration status, are valued members of our community,” said Jake Whitaker during public comment. Mayor Pro Tem Vega read that the city “reaffirms support for immigrant community members” and cited the California Values Act and the need to maintain community trust.

Next steps: The resolution is part of the consent calendar and, having been approved, will be reflected in city records. No further council action specific to the resolution was taken on Feb. 17.