Federal Immigration Enforcement and Local Response

At a glance

Based on official captions; names and figures may be misheard. Speakers' statements are their own views.

What: Reports of federal immigration enforcement operating in the Springfield area. An alderwoman said the Springfield Police Department cannot and will not work with federal immigration officers, called the reports confirmed, and pointed residents to local organizations and know-your-rights resources. A resident asked what help people can expect when calling 911 during such operations and asked that the council officially ask federal agents to avoid harm.
Where it stands: Raised under new business and public comment on October 27; no council action and no formal response to the resident's questions.

Announced under new business by an alderwoman; a resident raised emergency planning by families, school preparations and the 911 question during citizens' requests.