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Bolingbrook trustees hear immigrant‑rights concerns; mayor schedules legal, community forum
Summary
Multiple residents urged the Bolingbrook board on Oct. 28 to adopt welcoming protections and called out recent ICE activity; Mayor Mary S. Alexander‑Basta urged residents to call 9‑1‑1 if they feel unsafe and announced an Oct. 30 Community Matters forum with immigration attorneys and local officials.
Residents raised concerns about recent ICE activity and pressed the Village for clearer local protections during public comment at the Oct. 28 Bolingbrook Board meeting.
Fifteen people spoke in favor of a "Welcoming City" ordinance and asked the board to support immigrant residents. Hannah Hernandez and Stephanie Vitale said village leadership had not adequately responded…
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