The Oroville City Council unanimously adopted a resolution labeling the city a "non-sanctuary city for all criminals" in reaction to California's Senate Bill 54, which limits local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Although council members acknowledged their concerns about public safety, they carefully avoided instructing police to disregard existing state laws. Councilmember Scott Thomson emphasized the need for Sacramento to consider the views of smaller communities. The resolution reflects ongoing tension over immigration policy and local governance amidst broader statewide restrictions.
"It is very clear that Sacramento is not listening to the North State and I for one would like them to hear our voice," Thomson told his colleagues during Tuesday's meeting.
"No, I will not violate state law," said Jason Wines, the interim chief.
"Just because we may want to, we can't make a declaration that is going to usurp state law," the councilmember added.
Councilmember Scott Thomson argued the law threatens public safety in the community, about 60 miles north of Sacramento, because it puts unnecessary restrictions on the city's police.
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