Chula Vista City Council Passes Resolution Condemning Certain ICE Practices

Chula Vista City Council Passes Resolution Condemning Certain ICE Practices

Chula Vista, CA — February 3, 2026 — The Chula Vista City Council unanimously passed a resolution condemning certain federal immigration enforcement practices and ordered city flags to be lowered to half-staff through mid-February, honoring two individuals recently killed in Minnesota amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity.

Resolution Details

The resolution affirms individual rights outlined in the U.S. Constitution and directs city flags to be lowered to half-staff through February 17 in honor of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Both individuals were killed while practicing their First Amendment rights as citizens. The decision followed a divided public comment period, with residents both supporting and opposing the resolution.

Public Response

Supporters of the resolution cited Chula Vista’s existing policies as a model for balancing public safety with the protection of civil liberties. They emphasized the importance of standing against unlawful practices and demonstrating principled leadership. Conversely, some residents expressed concern that the resolution conflicted with federal authority and questioned the necessity of the action.

Council’s Decision

Despite the divided public opinion, the council members present voted unanimously to pass the resolution. Some supporters urged the city to take additional action to protect residents from federal immigration enforcement practices, emphasizing the need for policies that ensure Chula Vista will not be a partner in the fear and disruption caused by ICE, Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and other federal agencies.

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