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Eddie Meyer, Senior Policy Advocate at the ACLU-SDIC, gives public testimony at the San Diego City Council meeting. He is bald, wears black glasses, is wearing a black suit with a blue collared shirt and a purple tie. At the bottom of the image is a running header, that says "San Diego City Council; Item 330; September 15, 2026". Underneath is another bar that says "Resolution Adopting a Working Definition of Islamophobia as an Educational Tool".

ACLU-SDIC Public Comment - Support for San Diego City Council's Anti-Muslim Hate Resolution

The following prepared public comment outlines the ACLU-SDIC's support for a resolution advocating for the passage of the Anti-Muslim Hate Resolution. This public comment was delivered before the San Diego City Council by ACLU-SDIC Senior Policy Advocate Eddie Meyer on September 15, 2026.

By Eddie Meyer

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Sep 16, 2026

Federal Court Blocks Unlawful Warrantless Immigration Arrests in Southern California

Ruling requires federal agents to assess escape risk before making a warrantless arrest and also certifies case as class action

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ACLU-SDIC Public Comment – Support for San Diego County Board of Supervisors Board Letter Regarding AB 2760 to Prohibit Shock Gloves

The following prepared public comment outlines the ACLU-SDIC's support for a Board Letter advocating for the passage of California Assembly Bill 2760. This public comment was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Senior Policy Advocate Eddie Meyer on September 1, 2026.

By Eddie Meyer

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ACLU-SDIC Public Comment – End City of San Diego's ALPR Contracts

The following public comment outlines the ACLU-SDIC's support for ending the City of San Diego's automated license plate reader (ALPR) system contracts. This public comment was delivered before the San Diego City Council Public Safety Committee meeting by ACLU-SDIC Senior Policy Advocate Branden Sigua on August 19, 2026.

By Branden Sigua

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ACLU-SDIC Public Comment – City of San Diego Risk Management Presents on Settlements & Judgments Against SDPD

The following prepared public comment, following a presentation by the City of San Diego’s Risk Management on settlements and judgments against the San Diego Police Department (SDPD), outlines the significant amount of city funds used for these SDPD settlements and how that money would be better spent investing in our communities. This public comment was delivered before the San Diego City Council Budget and Government Efficiency Committee by ACLU-SDIC Senior Policy Advocate Branden Sigua on June 17, 2026.

By Branden Sigua

Jun 09, 2026

ACLU-SDIC Public Comment – City of San Diego Holds Hearing on Approval of FY27 Budget

The following public comment outlines the ACLU-SDIC's opposition to the city of San Diego's contracts with Flock Safety and support for services and resources related to youth, libraries, arts, housing, parks and other programs that help San Diegans thrive. This public comment was delivered before the San Diego City Council by ACLU-SDIC Senior Policy Advocate Branden Sigua on June 9, 2026.

By Branden Sigua

May 05, 2026

ACLU-SDIC Public Comment – City of San Diego Holds Budget Hearing

The following public comment outlines the ACLU-SDIC's opposition to the city of San Diego's contracts with Flock Safety and support for services and resources related to youth, libraries, arts, housing, parks and other programs that help San Diegans thrive. This public comment was delivered before the San Diego City Council Budget Review Committee by ACLU-SDIC Policy Director Nalini Gupta on May 4, 2026.

By Nalini Gupta

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Dec 09, 2025

ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego City Council Considers Whether to Continue Surveillance Use Policies

The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC's opposition to the San Diego City Council continuing the city's contract with Flock Safety. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego City Council by ACLU-SDIC Central San Diego Organizer Blair Overstreet on December 9, 2025.

By Blair Overstreet

Blue background with white and yellow quote text reads "San Diegans don't need more watchful eyes, they need a helping hand. We urge the San Diego City Council to end the contract with Flock Safety." Quote by Blair Overstreet Central San Diego Organizer ACLU of San Diego and Imperial Counties.

Sep 18, 2019

Our Testimony To The PSLN Committee Regarding AB 953 Data Presentation

Good morning, Councilmembers.
My name is Chelsey Birgisdottir. I am a policy associate with the ACLU of San Diego & Imperial Counties.

Aug 19, 2019

California is About to Enact One of the Strongest Laws to Prevent Police Shootings

May 14, 2019

ACLU of San Diego & Imperial Counties Statement re San Diego City County’s Resolution to Support AB 392.

Apr 04, 2019

Concealing police misconduct undermines public trust

Feb 25, 2019

Access to California Police Records

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Feb 25, 2019

The Justice Department Wants to Strip the Mongols Biker Club of Its Logo

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