Immigration enforcement

Urged passage of an ordinance protecting residents from ICE, with stiff penalties and a prohibition on asking immigration status; described fear in immigrant communities.

Co-signed the prior speaker's remarks and urged Ferndale to lead South Oakland on immigrant protections.

Supported the ordinance but asked to strengthen it by prohibiting officers from asking immigration status during routine stops, citing civil rights risks.

State House District 8 candidate supported both measures and asked that violations be made a fireable offense for police, citing Detroit's experience.

A Detroit resident spoke in support of the ordinance, urging regional solidarity in divisive times.

Thanked Councilmember Kelley and offered specific legal language to tighten the exigent circumstances exception and hold all city employees accountable.

A therapist serving immigrant clients described pervasive fear and urged passage with clear penalties for violations.

Generally supportive but suggested an exception allowing cooperation with federal authorities under legitimate judicial warrants for serious crimes.

Speaking for the Ferndale Inclusion Network, reported on the January 20 know-your-rights training and asked the city to give residents practical, clear guidance on what happens if ICE approaches them.