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This declaration is largely symbolic but costs taxpayers approximately $30,000. Local authorities justify the expense as a way to support community members impacted by immigration enforcement actions, especially those who might be swept up in raids.
These actions are intended to provide a buffer for residents and to express local opposition to federal immigration enforcement, a stance often debated in political circles. It is important to note that such measures generally aim to protect undocumented individuals who are otherwise law-abiding citizens but are targeted due to their immigration status.