Correspondence - Non Agenda - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

Becerra, Alexis From: Natalie Arellano <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 11:55 AM To: eComment Subject: Fund Ayuda Sin Fronteras: Stand With Immigrant Families Attention: This email originated from outside of City of Santa Ana.Use caution when opening attachments or links. Santa Ana City Council, Mayor Amezcua and Santa Ana City Council, I am writing to urge the City Council to continue and expand the Ayuda Sin Fronteras Program by allocating an additional $500,000 to $900,000, with a minimum of$500,000 designated for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. It is crucial for the City of Santa Ana to enhance financial relief for residents affected by recent actions taken by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The recent show of force by these agencies on October 19, which led to the detention of Santa Ana residents in our community, emphasizes the urgency and necessity of this support. Since its launch in July 2023, the Ayuda Sin Fronteras Program has served as a lifeline for families struggling to pay rent, utilities, and grocery bills. With assistance already provided to 101 households and 198 individuals, and funds exhausted after just three months, the need for expanded emergency aid is both urgent and growing. Additional funding would ensure continued support for residents throughout the remainder of the fiscal year and reaffirm the City's commitment to immigrant families during this challenging time. We urge the Council to reconsider the original proposal of$1 million, utilizing funds from the $74 million reserve fund, as previously suggested by Council members. We also recommend prioritizing households with lower incomes, particularly those earning under$60,000 annually, to ensure equitable distribution of funds. i