Chair Nora Vargas emphasized the importance of local agency autonomy regarding immigration enforcement, stating, "We will not allow our local resources to be used for actions that separate families, harm community trust or divert critical local resources away from addressing our most pressing challenges." This reflects the Board's commitment to prioritize community welfare over federal immigration policies.
The resolution faced opposition from Sheriff Kelly Martinez, who asserted that the Sheriff's Office already adheres to state laws limiting cooperation with immigration authorities, stating, "The Sheriff's Office will not change its practices based on the board resolution and policy that was passed today." This highlights the tension and independence of law enforcement practices.
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