Below are some immigration resources for community members. Please note that our website provides Google Translate to assist with accessibility for non-English speaking residents. Residents are always encouraged to call 9-1-1 for an immediate or an emerging threat to public safety. 

Note: Information offered by the City is general and not legal advice. Individuals should consult an attorney regarding their specific circumstances

Immigration Resources

Regardless of immigration status, you have the right to speak to a lawyer. You are allowed to have a lawyer with you when being questioned by ICE or CBP.

You can learn more about your rights by visiting the National Immigrant Justice Center website. There are quick cards to "Know Your Rights" in 56 different languages created by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center.

It is important to stay calm during an encounter with immigration officials or law enforcement. If you are stopped by an officer, first ask if they are from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or Customs and Border Protection (CBP). 

Additional Resources:

• Immigration Law Center of Minnesota
• Find A Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association
• National Immigrant Justice Center
• Locate someone in Federal Immigration Custody:  Link to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Online Detainee Locator System: https://locator.ice.gov/odls/#/search 

How You Can Help

If you are interested in supporting the people in our community during this time, below is a list of local organizations in need of support: 

Falcon Heights Elementary PTA Family Support Drive

• Falcon Heights Elementary PTA is collecting non-perishable food, personal care products, and toilet paper for families in need. Cash donations will be appreciated. All money donated will be converted to grocery gift cards for families in our community who express need, or to purchase grocery items for a district food bank.

Brimhall Elementary PTA Community Care & Support Fund

• The Brimhall Elementary PTA is raising funds to help provide direct support to families in need within our school community. Donations will be used to assist with essential needs and to offer relief and stability. 

Roseville Area Schools Food & Personal Products Drive

• Roseville Area Schools is hosting a food drive to support the Roseville Area Schools Food Shelf, located at Roseville Area High School. From January 21-30, every school and building in Roseville Area Schools will have a collection bin in its main office.

Keystone Community Services

• Keystone Services in St. Paul are collecting, packing and delivering food to residents in need.

Every Meal

• Every Meal is launching an effort to provide an additional 20,000 food bags to children and families across our community in response to increased need for food support across Minnesota. 

City Council Actions

On January 28, the City Council adopted Resolution 26-12 affirming community values and the City’s commitment to public safety and the well-being of all people, regardless of immigration status or national origin.  

On February 11, the Council adopted ordinance 26-01 to strengthen long-term policy on responsible stewardship of City resources. Under the Ordinance, City property and resources may not be used to support federal immigration enforcement unless authorized by a judicial warrant, subpoena, or similar lawful authorization

• Resolution 26-12 Affirming Community Values and City Action Related to Immigration Enforcement and Responsible Stewardship of City Resources. 
• Ordinance 26-01 Amending Chapter 2 of the Falcon Heights City Code Concerning the Stewardship of City Resources.

More information on City Council Actions related to Federal mmigration Enforcement, can be found here.