Americus Council Members give positions on APD and ICE cooperation

Americus Council Members give positions on APD and ICE cooperation

The Americus City Council voted on a police grant on Sept. 24 after initial concerns it would require cooperation between the Americus Police Department and ICE agents. While the grant does not require cooperation, members of the council gave their positions. During the meeting, Council Member Kelvin Pless acknowledged the need for funding, but stated cooperation with ICE could adversely affect the community. “I don’t know if that’s something we…