Mar 17, 2026
Council members voted no on the Community First ordinance, which essentially puts restrictions on how ICE operates within city limits. The question now is whats next.It was a close vote at Monday nights city council meeting, end ing in a 32 decision against Mayor Ruizs proposed Community First ordinance.The ordinance would have placed restrictions on how and where ICE operates on city property, requiring a valid judicial warrant.As community members stepped up to the podium, some voiced their support.This ordinance is about public safety community trust, and its about putting the communities needs first, said ACLU member Rosa Lopez.Others, however, questioned whether the measure was necessary.We want the city to feel safe, my question is safe from who, the drug dealers, the murders?, said Delano resident David Vivas.One council member said they were hesitant to support the ordinance out of concern it could draw unwanted attention to the city, while another called it a solution in search of a problem.Council members Alindajao, Nunez, and Morris ultimately voted against the ordinance.And for some in the community, that outcome was deeply disappointing.Very sad, very sad, because I think they want to involve us in other things and are not providing a solution to something that is very important right now, said Delano resident Marta Montiel.Although it didnt receive a passing vote, the mayor says hes grateful that conversations have been started.Stay in Touch with Us Anytime, Anywhere: Download Our Free App for Apple and Android Sign Up for Our Daily E-mail Newsletter Like Us on Facebook Follow Us on Instagram Subscribe to Us on YouTube ...read more read less
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