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Residents urge immigration protections and greater transparency in open forum

Williamsburg City Council · March 12, 2026
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Summary

Speakers in the open forum asked whether local officials have adopted protections for immigrants, urged support for community resources and called for more resident participation in procurement decisions and transparent meeting materials.

Several residents used the council’s open forum on March 12 to press the city for clearer policies and greater transparency.

Justice (Justin) Kane Fisk asked whether the city has put in place protections for immigrants and how the city plans to shield vulnerable residents from federal enforcement actions. "Has the city council taken the time...to put in…

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