Local Border Support Grant Funds

Expressed opposition to the DPS border grant, arguing it stokes fear in the immigrant community and misallocates resources away from human services.

Criticized the grant and software tools, raising concerns about corporate backers and federal enforcement collaboration.

Warned that expanding police powers and accepting border funds damages trust in immigrant communities and echoes broader national authoritarian trends.

Urged the council to reject the state grant, stating it creates terror for vulnerable neighbors and aligns local police with harmful federal enforcement.

Expressed deep concern over aligning local police with federal border operations during a democratic crisis.