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Becerra, Alexis <br /> From: Karen Rodriguez <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> <br /> Sent: Monday, October 20, 2025 5:53 PM <br /> To: eComment <br /> Subject: Fund Ayuda Sin Fronteras: Stand With Immigrant Families <br /> Attention: This email originated from outside of City of Santa Ana.Use caution when opening attachments or links. <br /> Santa Ana City Council, <br /> Mayor Amezcua and Santa Ana City Council, <br /> I am writing to urge the City Council to continue and expand the Ayuda Sin Fronteras <br /> Program by allocating an additional $500,000 to $900,000, with at least $500,000 being <br /> allocated for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. <br /> It is imperative that the City of Santa Ana expand financial relief for residents impacted by <br /> recent U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Immigration and Customs <br /> Enforcement (ICE), and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) actions. The show of <br /> force by these agencies most recently on October 19—which resulted in the detention of <br /> Santa Ana residents on our own streets—makes this support both urgent and essential. <br /> Since its launch in July 2025, the program has proven to be a lifeline for families struggling to <br /> pay rent, utilities, and groceries. With 101 households and 198 individuals already assisted <br /> and funds exhausted after just three months, the need for expanded emergency aid remains <br /> urgent and growing. Additional funding would ensure continued support through the <br /> remainder of the fiscal year and reaffirm the City's commitment to immigrant families during <br /> this difficult time. <br /> We urge the Council to revisit the original $1 million proposal, using funds from the $74 <br /> million reserve fund, as previously recommended on the dais by members of the Council. We <br /> also recommend prioritizing households with lower income—especially those earning under <br /> $60,000 annually—to ensure equitable distribution of funds. <br /> Strengthening the Ayuda Sin Fronteras Program is a tangible step toward building a <br /> compassionate, responsive city that puts people first. I strongly urge you to vote in favor of <br /> expanding and funding this critical program. <br /> i <br />