ICE non-collaboration ordinance

Presented the Sanctuary Coalition's five amendment points: non-collaboration, protocols, training, signage, and contractor compliance. Said the issue is urgent.

Accused the council of moving 'sneaky' and behind closed doors, and cited Petaluma's inclusive process as a model.

Urged passage of all five amendment areas, saying ICE is already arresting community members in Santa Rosa.

Endorsed the amendments, noting her Latino neighbors are stressed and frightened and she doesn't want them 'disappeared.'

A retired teacher described students losing sleep and fearing family separation; demanded strict non-collaboration and school counselors.

Demanded urgency, questioned the council's hesitancy, and invited members to the coalition's October 10–12 caminata.

Supported the amendments and thanked Alvarez for bringing the ordinance forward.

Said protective policy matters more than proclamations; asked for employee training and contractor coverage.

Demanded a stronger non-cooperation ordinance, citing Petaluma's example and criticizing the Flock meeting process.

Said the danger is real and daily, with families being torn apart; asked for utmost urgency.

A youth worker who described witnessing collective grief in Minneapolis; urged the council to act and noted immigrant entrepreneurship won't survive ICE raids.

A US citizen who said she's afraid to leave home because of her skin color; begged the council to pass the law.

Member of several community groups; asked why the city isn't doing more and listed the specific amendments sought.

With North Bay Organizing Project; said immigrants shouldn't have to live in fear like criminals.