Urge county to end immigration enforcement partnership with federal government
In Plain English
The Secure Communities program allows federal immigration agents to access county jail records to identify and deport undocumented immigrants. Richmond wants Contra Costa County to withdraw from this agreement. If the county agrees, fewer undocumented residents would face deportation after minor arrests.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
Adopt Resolution No. 74-10 with Viramontes amendment
6 aye · 1 nay
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond passed a resolution asking Contra Costa County to stop participating in the federal Secure Communities program, which gives immigration agents access to county jail records. With broad support in a 6-1 vote, the council wants the county to withdraw from the agreement that helps federal agents identify and deport undocumented immigrants who have been arrested for minor offenses. Councilmember Viramontes was the sole dissenting vote. If the county agrees to Richmond's request, fewer undocumented residents would face deportation after being arrested for minor crimes.
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