ICE 287(g) Agreement – Request for Legal Options and Next Steps

Plain-language summary

The Commission unanimously directed staff to bring back information after a court ruling in the South Miami v. State of Florida case regarding the federal ICE 287(g) immigration enforcement agreement, with options for the City to move forward. Numerous residents spoke in opposition to the City's participation in the 287(g) agreement. This item reflects ongoing debate over local government's role in federal immigration enforcement.

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How each commissioner voted

5 of 5 present

John E. DaileyMayor

Voted Yes

Curtis RichardsonSeat 4

Dianne Williams-CoxSeat 5

Voted Yes

The Motion

As stated on the record

“Bring back an item at the next regular Commission meeting following a declaratory judgement in the South Miami v. the State of Florida, regarding the role of municipal government in the US Immigration & Customs Enforcement 287(g) Agreement providing interpretation and options for the City to move forward.”

Moved by

JMMatlow

Seconded by

JPPorter

Official agenda title

Item 12.01 – City of South Miami Litigation re: 287(g) Agreements

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ICE 287(g) Agreement – Request for Legal Options and Next Steps

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