Affirming Lawful Policing, Community Trust, and Focus Local Resources on Public Safety

Expressed support for Resolution 2026-92 and suggested forming a police and community advisory board with medical and sociology experts.

Opposed the resolution, arguing local police should cooperate with federal agencies to remove dangerous criminals.

Supported the ICE resolution but argued it does not go far enough, criticizing Lexipol policies and urging the creation of a police advisory board.

Warned that cooperating with ICE risks severe civil rights lawsuits and financial liabilities similar to New York City's stop-and-frisk settlements.

A retired Cheektowaga police officer defended the department's training and accreditation, urging caution against knee-jerk policy changes.

Criticized police policies and recounted an incident where an American citizen was allegedly wrongfully detained and reported to border patrol.

Cited DHS statistics indicating that a majority of detainees have not been charged with violent crimes.

Expressed concern over conditions in immigration detention facilities, drawing historical parallels.

Supported the resolution to keep local police focused on community safety rather than federal immigration enforcement.

Highlighted reports of human rights violations and lack of oversight within federal immigration detention systems.

Called for civilian oversight of police policies and adherence to state attorney general guidelines.

Returned during public comment to discuss historical police misconduct settlements and town legal liabilities.

Spoke from Amherst as a resident advocating for grassroots municipal resolutions defending constitutional principles.

Expressed disappointment with council members regarding immigration enforcement policies and community profiling concerns.

Stressed the importance of community safety and supported robust enforcement against individuals who commit crimes.