The Santa Rosa City Council meets tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. to consider a new ordinance barring federal immigration authorities from using city spaces for enforcement.
The Press Democrat reports building on existing state laws, the proposal would officially designate immigration raids as an “unauthorized use” of city resources to protect public trust. Staffers warn that federal operations on city property discourage vulnerable residents from accessing schools, medical care, and emergency services.
If passed, the city attorney would have the power to seek court injunctions against violations of the policy.
The meeting at City Hall is expected to draw a large crowd, as the agenda also includes a high-profile appeal regarding a local recovery center.
