City of Camarillo
Public Comments
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 11:25 AMPUBLIC COMMENTS
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Meeting Date Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Agency City Council
Item Type Item Not On Agenda
Item Number or Subject Establish Policies to Limit ICE activiy Position Support
Comments Public Safety & Sanctuary Policies
- No link between sanctuary policies and increased crime: A study published in the Journal of Economic Behavior &
Organization found no evidence that sanctuary cities
experience more crime. In fact, some saw decreases in property crime.
- Improved trust in law enforcement: Sanctuary policies encourage immigrant communities to report crimes and
cooperate with police, which can lead to better public safety outcomes.
- Lower violent crime rates: Counties that adopted sanctuary policies in 2014 saw a 17.9-point drop in violent crimes per 100,000 residents, saving an estimated $101 million annually in crime-related costs.
💰 Economic Impact of Immigrants in California
- $1 trillion+ in economic output: Immigrants in California — including undocumented residents — contribute over $1 trillion to the state’s economy.
- $8.5 billion in taxes from undocumented immigrants: Despite limited access to public services, undocumented Californians pay billions in taxes that support schools, infrastructure, and healthcare.
1 - $275 billion loss from mass deportations: A UC Merced study found that removing undocumented workers would cost
California $275 billion, devastate agriculture and construction, and eliminate $23 billion in annual tax revenue.
🧠 Social & Community Effects
- Mixed-status families are deeply rooted: Nearly 75% of undocumented Californians have lived in the U.S. for over a decade, and most live in households with U.S. citizen children or spouses.
- Fear of ICE raids harms local businesses: Latino-owned businesses in areas targeted by ICE have reported up to 80% drops in sales, as customers stay home out of fear.
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IDENTIFICATION
Name Jay Berger
Address 3648 E. Castano Drive
CAMARILLO, California, 93010-4039
Telephone (805) 485-2865
Email [email protected]
Public Records Acknowledgement
2 Proposal for City of Camarillo: Community
Protections from Federal Immigration Enforcement
Purpose
To strengthen trust, protect families, and uphold Camarillo’s commitment to dignity and inclusion by establishing policies that limit collaboration with ICE.
Why It Matters
● Families are being separated: ICE operations in our area have led to deportations that divide households and traumatize children.
● Public safety is jeopardized: Fear of deportation makes immigrants less likely to report crimes or engage with emergency services.
● Economic harm: Immigrant workers and small businesses contribute to our local economy. Instability harms everyone.
Proposed City Actions
Prohibit city staff and law enforcement from aiding ICE without a judicial warrant Fund legal aid programs for immigrant residents
Launch “Know Your Rights” campaigns citywide
Require public reporting of ICE activity in schools, parks, and public buildings Advocate for protective legislation at the state level
Our Values
“We believe in compassion, safety, and the right for all Camarillo families to thrive—regardless of immigration status.”
Join us in reaffirming Camarillo as a welcoming and inclusive city
Thanks you for your service to our community,
Jay Berger
3648 Castano Drive
805-485-2865
Some Dollar and Cents issues to consider:
Public Safety & Sanctuary Policies
● No link between sanctuary policies and increased crime: A study published in the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization found no evidence that sanctuary cities experience more crime. In fact, some saw decreases in property crime.
● Improved trust in law enforcement: Sanctuary policies encourage immigrant communities to report crimes and cooperate with police, which can lead to better public safety outcomes.
● Lower violent crime rates: Counties that adopted sanctuary policies in 2014 saw a 17.9-point drop in violent crimes per 100,000 residents, saving an estimated $101 million annually in crime-related costs.
Economic Impact of Immigrants in California
● $1 trillion+ in economic output: Immigrants in California — including undocumented residents — contribute over $1 trillion to the state’s economy.
● $8.5 billion in taxes from undocumented immigrants: Despite limited access to public services, undocumented Californians pay billions in taxes that support schools, infrastructure, and healthcare.
● $275 billion loss from mass deportations: A UC Merced study found that removing undocumented workers would cost California $275 billion, devastate agriculture and construction, and eliminate $23 billion in annual tax revenue.
Social & Community Effects
● Mixed-status families are deeply rooted: Nearly 75% of undocumented Californians have lived in the U.S. for over a decade, and most live in households with U.S. citizen children or spouses. ● Fear of ICE raids harms local businesses: Latino-owned businesses in areas targeted by ICE have reported up to 80% drops in sales, as customers stay home out of fear.
Submitted by Jay Berger
805-485-2865
Proposal for City of Camarillo: Community
Protections from Federal Immigration Enforcement
Purpose
To strengthen trust, protect families, and uphold Camarillo’s commitment to dignity and inclusion by establishing policies that limit collaboration with ICE.
Why It Matters
● Families are being separated: ICE operations in our area have led to deportations that divide households and traumatize children.
● Public safety is jeopardized: Fear of deportation makes immigrants less likely to report crimes or engage with emergency services.
● Economic harm: Immigrant workers and small businesses contribute to our local economy. Instability harms everyone.
Proposed City Actions
�� Prohibit city staff and law enforcement from aiding ICE without a judicial warrant �� Fund legal aid programs for immigrant residents
�� Launch “Know Your Rights” campaigns citywide
�� Require public reporting of ICE activity in schools, parks, and public buildings �� Advocate for protective legislation at the state level Our Values
“We believe in compassion, safety, and the right for all Camarillo families to thrive—regardless of immigration status.”
Join us in reaffirming Camarillo as a welcoming and inclusive city
Thanks you for your service to our community,
Jay Berger
3648 Castano Drive
805-485-2865
Some Dollar and Cents issues to consider:
Public Safety & Sanctuary Policies
● No link between sanctuary policies and increased crime: A study published in the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization found no evidence that sanctuary cities experience more crime. In fact, some saw decreases in property crime.
● Improved trust in law enforcement: Sanctuary policies encourage immigrant communities to report crimes and cooperate with police, which can lead to better public safety outcomes.
● Lower violent crime rates: Counties that adopted sanctuary policies in 2014 saw a 17.9-point drop in violent crimes per 100,000 residents, saving an estimated $101 million annually in crime-related costs. �� Economic Impact of Immigrants in California
● $1 trillion+ in economic output: Immigrants in California — including undocumented residents — contribute over $1 trillion to the state’s economy.
● $8.5 billion in taxes from undocumented immigrants: Despite limited access to public services, undocumented Californians pay billions in taxes that support schools, infrastructure, and healthcare.
● $275 billion loss from mass deportations: A UC Merced study found that removing undocumented workers would cost California $275 billion, devastate agriculture and construction, and eliminate $23 billion in annual tax revenue.
��� Social & Community Effects
● Mixed-status families are deeply rooted: Nearly 75% of undocumented Californians have lived in the U.S. for over a decade, and most live in households with U.S. citizen children or spouses. ● Fear of ICE raids harms local businesses: Latino-owned businesses in areas targeted by ICE have reported up to 80% drops in sales, as customers stay home out of fear.
Submitted by Jay Berger
805-485-2865