City manager outlines ICE data posting, trainings and proposed code changes to regulate private detention facilities

Apr 9, 2026

City Manager Maria told the council the city has posted regional ICE activity data to its website, rolled out staff training, and posted proposed Unified Development Code amendments to regulate private detention centers; staff also outlined options for a community reporting mechanism and a possible justice fund, with further briefings planned.

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City Manager Maria provided the San Antonio City Council an update on actions tied to a February resolution directing the city to evaluate strategies related to federal immigration enforcement and the use of private detention facilities.

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