Description
Title: Adopting A New Section In ROA 1994, Chapter 5, Article 1, Prohibiting The Use Of City Property For Immigration Enforcement; Adopting New Article In ROA 1994, Chapter 13, To Be Known As The “Safer Community Places Ordinance” (Peña, Telles, Baca, Rogers)
Summary
The City of Albuquerque has enacted Council Bill O-26-15, introducing the "Safer Community Places Ordinance" which prohibits the use of city property for immigration enforcement purposes. This legislation affects all city-owned structures, including parks and facilities, preventing them from being used as staging areas or processing locations for immigration activities. The ordinance aims to foster trust between residents and law enforcement, thereby enhancing community safety and access to vital city services, particularly for immigrant populations. It also designates various public facilities as "Safer Community Places" where individuals can access services without fear of immigration enforcement. The ordinance reflects the city’s commitment to inclusivity and safety for all residents, regardless of immigration status.