City of Camarillo
Public Comments
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 09:44 PMPUBLIC COMMENTS
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Meeting Date Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Agency City Council
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Item Number or Subject ICE In Camarillo
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Comments Dear Camarillo City Council,
As a Camarillo resident, I’m speaking from a place of concern and disappointment. Knowing that ICE operates out of our city — that families in our own neighborhoods are living in fear because of this — is something I can’t ignore.
When I see cities like Ventura and Ojai taking real steps to limit ICE’s reach and protect immigrant families, it makes me wonder: why not us? Why hasn’t Camarillo stepped up? Even Oxnard has announced they’re working toward policy change.
Camarillo should be part of that momentum — not left behind.
The presence of an ICE office here sends a message that our city is aligned with policies that harm, divide, and traumatize families. That’s not the kind of community I want to raise my family in. That’s not the kind of place I thought Camarillo was.
With ICE’s budget increasing, we can’t afford to stay silent. I’m asking you — not just as officials, but as fellow community members — to take action. Enforce California’s laws that limit ICE collaboration. Publicly commit to protecting the rights and dignity of all residents. Help restore a sense of safety and 1 belonging in our city.
We can’t change what’s already happened, but we can choose what kind of city we want to be moving forward.
Sincerely,
Arleane Oco
Camarillo Resident
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Name Arleane Oco
Address 2810 Barry Street, Unit 102
Camarillo, CA, 93010
Telephone (805) 790-6934
Email [email protected]
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