Board approves proposal limiting ICE in Milwaukee County Parks
Board approves proposal to limit ICE in MKE County Parks
The Milwaukee County Board on Thursday, Feb. 5, approved a proposal that would limit law enforcement agencies in parks across the county, such as ICE.
MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee County Board wants to place restrictions on ICE in county parks.
On Thursday, Feb. 5, the board approved it 15 to 3.
Proposal details
What we know:
The proposal doesn’t use that word, ICE, nor Immigration and Customs Enforcement, but sponsors say that is what it’s about and that's what today’s debate was all about.
It says law enforcement cannot stage in parks without prior written authorization. The parks director or his designee would need to approve.
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The ordinance would still allow police to do routine patrols, investigations, and respond to emergencies or calls for service.
To break the rule would mean it’s an unauthorized use of a county-owned park and can lead to a fine.
What they're saying:
"I think we're all eyes wide open that enforcement will be difficult," said Milwaukee County Supervisor Sky Capriolo." But again, this is us saying we want to be on the right side of history here. We want to protect our parks, our residents, and our visitors."
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"The federal government has mandated what is going on with ICE," said Milwaukee County Supervisor Patti Logsdon. "We might not all agree with it, but it's a mandate that I feel as an elected official, I have to listen to and I have to follow. So I have to say no to this."
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This proposed ordinance next goes to Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley.
His spokesperson tells FOX6 that he is reviewing the legislation and will decide whether to sign or veto it.
The Source: This story was produced by FOX6 with information from a Milwaukee County hearing, legislation and interviews.