SUBJECT
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Authorizing the City Manager to renew a memorandum of understanding between the City of Laredo Police Department and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operation (ERO), Harlingen Field Office (HLG), Port Isabel Detention Center (PIDC) for the purpose of providing assistance in the event of an emergency or crisis situation that may warrant additional personnel assistance. The Police Department’s participation is part of the community service provided to our citizens and our partner law enforcement agencies with no cost to the City of Laredo.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
City Council approved Resolution #2023-R-015 on January 17, 2023.
BACKGROUND
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Port Isabel Detention Center (PIDC) has employed and commissioned law enforcement officers and have jurisdiction on all property owned, leased or under the control of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operation (ERO), Harlingen Field Office (HLG), Port Isabel Detention Center (PIDC) and shall provide law enforcement services on said properties.
The Laredo Police Department may assist in the event of a situational emergency or crisis. Emergency situations are unique with its own set of circumstances, not all emergencies may require additional assistance from neighboring agencies.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Recommends the approval of this Resolution.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2024
Budgeted Y/N?: N/A
Source of Funds: N/A
Account #: N/A
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No Financial Impact.