As Mayor, and on behalf of the Concord City Council, I want to reaffirm Concord’s commitment to everyone who lives, works, and visits our City. At a time when national events continue to cause fear and uncertainty, Concord remains a community guided by inclusion, dignity, and respect.
We take pride in being a City that celebrates diversity, and we stand firmly against discrimination. This is more than a policy, it is one of our core values that guides our work and reflects the principles we uphold in our City every day.
These values are also reflected in the work of our Police Department, whose mission is to serve all members of our community with fairness and integrity. In accordance with California law, our officers do not enforce federal immigration laws or detain individuals based solely on immigration status. Their focus is on public safety and building trust across all neighborhoods.
Concord is home to a federal immigration court, which is intended to provide individuals with a fair opportunity to present their cases and be heard. We support those who choose to exercise their constitutional right to peaceful protest. At the same time, if actions ever cross the line into violence, we will remain committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our community.
Furthermore, we understand that many residents may be feeling anxious in light of recent federal actions.
If you are looking for information about your rights, the Contra Costa County Library and Oasis Legal Services will host a virtual “Know Your Rights” session on Monday, June 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. We encourage anyone with questions to attend. More information is available online here.
Mayor Carlyn Obringer
City of Concord
Related:
- June 13 – Walnut Creek Mayor Issues Statement on Federal Immigration Efforts
- June 11 – Concord: FBI Looks to ID Woman in Assault on Federal Officers
- June 11 – Supervisor Carlson Issues Statement on ICE Activity in Concord
- June 10 – Rep. DeSaulnier Statement on ICE Raids in Contra Costa County
