Summary
Three residents urged the council and Mayor Glaser to reconsider the 287(g) agreement that lets Kenner police work with ICE, saying it's hurting Kenner's economy and making immigrant families afraid. Administration staff countered that sales tax revenue is up about 5% this year.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Speakers say fear is keeping shoppers home; the administration points to sales tax up 4.64% (about $2 million) this year.
Repealing it, speakers argue, would restore trust and safety for Kenner's Hispanic community.
Immigrant families report fear of separation and detention at routine traffic stops; speakers say businesses lose customers.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - May 22, 2026
Three residents urged the council and Mayor Glaser to reconsider the 287(g) agreement that lets Kenner police work with ICE, saying it's hurting Kenner's economy and making immigrant families afraid. Administration staff countered that sales tax revenue is up about 5% this year.
In Kenner, a routine traffic stop can be a gateway to deportation
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