Santa Maria City Council Approves Resolution Expressing Support for Immigrant Community

Santa Maria City Council Approves Resolution Expressing Support for Immigrant Community

Dave Alley/KEYT SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT) - The Santa Maria City Council approved an official resolution on Tuesday night that expresses the city's support for immigrant residents of Santa Maria. "It's a recognition that our immigrants play a central role in our cultural, social and economic fabric of the community," said Chuen Wu, Santa Maria Assistant City Manager. "It's a statement to the community, that they are important to us and that we …

Demonstrators urge Santa Maria officials to address immigration concerns

People gathered outside the Santa Maria City Hall on Tuesday afternoon. Organizers say demonstrators were urging the City Council to address immigration issues in Santa Maria. After the rally, community members took their concerns to the council chambers, asking for the creation of an immigration HOC committee.