Proposed suspension of the 287(g) ICE agreement
Summary
Commissioner Britton wants the city to pause its 287(g) agreement with ICE, arguing Florida law doesn't require city police departments to have one and citing community fear and civil-rights concerns. The city attorney warns of state and federal legal risk and will review the memo before responding.
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Last discussed Mar 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
If suspended, immigrant families and community members who currently fear routine interactions with police.
Supporters of the agreement worry suspension could expose the city to state penalties and federal grant complications.
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