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City Attorney’s Office
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Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 826-5567
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCI L OF THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE,
CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE IM PORTANCE OF TRANSPARENCY,
COMMUNITY SAFETY, PUBLIC SAFETY, AND CLEAR IDENTIFICATION
STANDARDS IN FEDERAL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES IN THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE.
WHEREAS, Part I of the Riverside City Charter states; We, the people of the City of Riverside believe in promoting an inclus ive community with shared econom ic, environmental and cultural prosperity, equal civil and political rights, social harmony and cohesion, and opportunities for all; and WHEREAS, the City of Riverside’s Inclusiv e Community Statement reads; A city of considerable racial, ethnic, relig ious, and other types of diversit y, Riverside has et ched a complex history. That history has included both significant efforts to achie ve greater justice, equality, and understanding, as well as unfortunate periods and events that have demonstrated the need for increased commitment, ideas, and action to work toward these goals”; and WHEREAS, the City of Riverside has longstanding commitment in advocating for compassion, peace, social harmony, safety, and fostering a mutual respect and understanding for all people, regardless of religion, race or nationality; and WHEREAS, the City of Rivers ide is home to a diverse popula tion that includes immigrants, first-generation Americans, foreign-born residents, refugees, and i ndividuals of various immigration statuses who collectively and individually contribut e to the city’s values of diversity, economic viability, and community spirit; and
WHEREAS, according to the 2023 data from the U.S. Census Bureau, over 68% of the City’s population identifies as Latino or Hispanic, one of the highest percentages in the Inland Empire and
22.5% of the City’s population is foreign born; and
WHEREAS, immigrants in Riverside contribu te significantly to the city’s economy, workforce, and culture, holding nearly 28% of jobs across key sectors including agriculture, logistics, healthcare, and education; and
WHEREAS, local policies that foster public trust between immigrant communities and city services enhance public safety, reduce fear, and promote access to health care, education, emergency Attachment 2 - Revised
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WHEREAS, the City of Riverside values public trust, accountability, and open communication between all law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve; and WHEREAS, recent federal immigration enforcement operations in various Wards have raised concerns among community members when conduc ted by California Border Patrol (CBP) and Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents usi ng unmarked vehicles, plainclothes attire, often with their faces covered or masked, and without clearly visible identification; and WHEREAS, numerous reports an d video evidence show that even U.S. citizens and immigrants with lawful status have been mistake nly detained, questioned, or targeted, exacerbating distrust and public safety risks; and
WHEREAS, confusion regarding the identity and authority of law enforcement personnel can create unnecessary fear and trauma , reduce public trust in law enfo rcement, reduce safety for the general public and local law enforcement, potentially hinder lawful oversight, and raise concerns about the risk of non-law enforcement individuals enga ging in or being perceived as engaging in unauthorized enforcement or vigilantism; and
WHEREAS, the California Values Act (SB 54) outlines limits on the use of local resources in federal immigration enforcement while allowing cities to take proactive measures to ensure transparency and protect civil rights; and
WHEREAS, California signed into law this year (2025) the following bills to protect California residents and communities with the following legislation, with several going into effect immediately:
SB 805, SB 627, SB 98, SB 81, AB 49; and
WHEREAS, the City of Riverside affirms its responsibility to document and verify federal law enforcement activity occurring within its jurisdiction and, where legally appropriate, take proactive steps to safeguard against potential overreach or ac tions that may compromise the civil rights of residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESO LVED by the City Council of the City of Riverside, California, as follows:
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Section 1. Affirmation of Commitment to All Riverside Residents: The City of Riverside reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that all residents—regardless of immigration status—can access city services, participate in civic life, and feel safe in their communities without fear of discrimination.
Section 2. Affirmation of Transparency and Public Safety: The City affirms that clear identification of immigration enfo rcement personnel such as, Calif ornia Border Patrol (CBP), Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE), and/or Department of Homela nd Security (DHS), especially during sensitive enforcement operations, is essential to maintaining public trust and safety and condemns the use of unmarked vehicles, masked or plainclothes agents, and other nontransparent tactics.
Section 3. Continued Implemen tation of SB 54: The City reaffirms its commitment to the implementation of the California Values Act (SB 54) as required by law and embraces the spirit undergirding the law that there needs to be a bri ght line between local law enforcement and federal immigration enforcement.
Section 4. Encouragement of Coordination and Identification: The City urges all federal immigration enforcement personnel operating within Riverside limits to use clearly marked vehicles, wear visible agency identificati on, and follow transparent protocol s that allow residents and local officials to verify their authority.
Section 5. Local Monitoring Within Legal Boundaries: The City calls on the Riverside Police Department to monitor any suspected federal enforcement activity in the City and, when legally permissible, confirm the ident ity of immigration enforcement personnel conducting enforcement operations within the City, and to document such interactions.
Section 6. Data Privacy: The City of Rivers ide will ensure to not retain any information regarding an individual’s immigration status on any city databases or registries. If such information is required by law, the city will aim to create a process of securing that information to protect individual’s information and apply existing data retention policies to this sensitive information. Furthermore, the city affirms to not share any information obtained through the city’s license plate reader systems and cameras with a federal agency, unless a legal warrant is provided in regards to a specific criminal case or investigation.
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Section 7. Safeguarding Civil Rights through Documentation: The City directs the City Manager’s Office and City Attorney’s Office to the best of their ability to actively document and report any federal immigration enforcement activity. All such incidents should be referred to the respective appropriate oversight bodies, legal authorities, or civil rights orga nizations for review and action. In carrying out this work, the City will collaborate with trusted and reputable community-trusted partners, as legally permissible, to support comprehensive documentation, in corporate community feedback, and to ensure meaningful follow-up on all reported incidents to the Human Relations Commission (HRC) on a monthly basis.
Section 8. Commitment of Core Values for all Residents: The City reaffirms its commitment to due process, equal protection, and the rights of all in dividuals within its jurisdiction.
Riverside will continue to uphold it s values as a safe, inclusive, and law-abiding community where government transparency and public safety remain paramount.
Section 9. Public Awareness and Education Campaign: The City directs the City Manager to work with city staff to roll out a public education campaign that provides access to Know Your Rights cards/information and links to helpful organizations and services available to the general public on the city website, social media pages, and comm unity centers, and direct s the City Manager to explore and return to Council in December 2025 with possible other avenues to educate residents such as hosting workshops, inserts in the Riverside Public Utilities bills, printed materials, etc.
Section 10. Exploration of Legal and Legisl ative Remedies: The City directs the City Attorney and City Manager to actively monitor fe deral enforcement activities and explore available legal or legislative aven ues to respond and challenge any practi ces that undermine the City’s values or violates the rights of resident s as provided by local, state and fe deral law, as well as the U.S.
Constitution.
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ADOPTED by the City Council this _________ day of _____________, 2025. ___________________________
PATRICIA LOCK-DAWSON
Mayor of the City of Riverside
Attest:
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DONESIA GAUSE
City Clerk of the City of Riverside
I, Donesia Gause, City Clerk of the City of Riverside, California, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly and regul arly adopted at a mee ting of the City Council of said City at its meeting held on the _________day of _____________, 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Riverside, California, this ________ day of ______________, 2025. _________________________________
DONESIA GAUSE
City Clerk of the City of Riverside
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