Batavia’s City Council to Host Immigration Rights Presentation—Taxpayers Urged to Speak Out
BATAVIA, IL — The City of Batavia is set to host a presentation by the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) during its regular City Council meeting on Monday, October 6 at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave. The presentation will offer guidance on residents’ rights during immigration enforcement, updates on state and federal policies, and resources for undocumented families.
While the city frames this as an informational session, many Kane County residents are sounding the alarm—arguing that Batavia is using public platforms to promote policies that help undocumented immigrants avoid federal enforcement, all while generational taxpayers are left footing the bill.
🚨 Why This Matters to Kane County Taxpayers
- Public Resources for Non-Citizens: Critics say the city is investing time and attention into individuals who are not legally authorized to reside in the country, while long-term residents face rising taxes, strained public services, and limited support, and ultimately foot the bill. Batavia taxpayers are ignored as the rights of the undocumented are usurped by Batavia grandstanding.
- Undermining Federal Law: By promoting awareness of how to avoid ICE, Batavia risks positioning itself in opposition to federal immigration enforcement—potentially shielding individuals with criminal records from deportation.
- Erosion of Trust: Many residents feel this move sends a message that law-abiding citizens are no longer the priority, and that local government is more concerned with political signaling than public safety.
🗣️ A Call to Action
This is not just another city meeting—it’s a moment for Batavia residents to make their voices heard. If you believe in prioritizing law-abiding, tax-paying families and upholding the rule of law,
you need to be at City Hall tomorrow night.
Show up. Speak out. Demand accountability.
Let the City Council know that Kane County taxpayers will not stand by while their interests are sidelined. The meeting is open to the public, and your presence matters.
