Rapid Response Network funding

Speaking as a resident and Anti-Racism Coalition president, urged a $20,000 grant to the Rapid Response Network amid rising ICE activity and a planned Gilroy detention facility.

Praised the Pride flag raising and urged $20,000 for the Rapid Response Network, calling federal enforcement tactics intolerable.

Speaking with the Anti-Racism Coalition, described Amigos de Guadalupe's track record and urged funding the Rapid Response Network as a countywide resource.

Explained the county cut $500,000 from the Rapid Response Network budget and highlighted its immediate-lawyer-response service for detainees.

Asked the council to take a stance against ICE activity and support the $20,000 Rapid Response Network request, citing families affected locally.

A ten-year resident working in public health, urged the $20,000 Rapid Response Network commitment, citing the community harms of enforcement-driven fear.

Urged $20,000 for the Rapid Response Network, noting San Jose's $1 million contribution, the county's $11-12 million, and the network's 5,499 calls and 236 emergency legal responses last year.

Questioned where the $20,000 would actually go, suggesting the same legal support could be hired for $10,000, and asked the council to investigate before funding.

Speaking for the Rapid Response Network and Amigos de Guadalupe, explained the $20,000 ask funds 24/7 hotline staffing; the hotline has received 7,600+ calls since January 2025 and the county has among the highest rates of enforcement operations in the state.

As a rapid responder himself, supported funding the network and suggested canceling the Vercotta and Flock contracts to pay for it, or restricting ICE from using town property.