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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
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
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
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
Mar 17, 2026
ACLU-SDIC Public Testimony – San Diego City Council Considers Resolution to Adopt IHRA Definition of Antisemitism
The following prepared testimony urges the San Diego City Council to oppose a proposed resolution to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism. This testimony was delivered by ACLU-SDIC Chief Program & Strategy Officer Christie Love Hill on March 17, 2026.
By Christie Love Hill
Jan 28, 2026
ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego County Board of Supervisors Considers CLEAR Ordinance (Second Reading)
The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC’s support for the Civil Liberties Enforcement and Accountability Rules (CLEAR) Ordinance. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Immigrants’ Rights Senior Policy Advocate on January 28, 2026. The CLEAR Ordinance was passed by the board with a 3-1 vote.
By Eddie Meyer
Jan 27, 2026
ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego County Board of Supervisors Holds Community Input Session on Budget Priorities
The following public comment outlines the ACLU-SDIC’s support for the Immigrant Legal Defense Program (ILDP) and other safety-net programs in the San Diego County budget. This public comment was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Immigrants’ Rights Senior Policy Advocate Eddie Meyer on January 27, 2026.
By Eddie Meyer
Jan 13, 2026
ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego County Board of Supervisors Considers CLEAR Ordinance
The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC’s support for the Civil Liberties Enforcement and Accountability Rules (CLEAR) Ordinance. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Immigrants’ Rights Senior Policy Advocate on January 13, 2026.
By Eddie Meyer
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
Nov 18, 2025
ACLU-SDIC Testimony – Vista City Council Considers the Community Safety and Due Process Resolution
The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC’s support for the Vista Community Safety and Due Process Resolution. This testimony was delivered before the Vista City Council by ACLU-SDIC Managing Policy Director Nalini Gupta on November 18, 2025.
Oct 21, 2025
ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego County Board of Supervisors Considers Drafting CLEAR Ordinance
The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC’s support for drafting the Civil Liberties Enforcement and Accountability Rules (CLEAR) Ordinance. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Staff Attorney Brisa Velazquez October 21, 2025.
Oct 20, 2025
ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego City Council Considers Due Process & Safety Ordinance
The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC’s support for the Due Process & Safety Ordinance proposed. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego City Council by ACLU-SDIC Immigrants’ Rights Staff Attorney Brisa Velazquez October 20, 2025.
Sep 09, 2025
ACLU-SDIC Testimony – San Diego County Board of Supervisors Considers Expansion of Immigrant Legal Defense Program to Include Unaccompanied Minors
The following testimony outlines the ACLU-SDIC’s support for the expansion of the Immigrant Legal Defense Program to include unaccompanied minors. This testimony was delivered before the San Diego County Board of Supervisors by ACLU-SDIC Senior Policy Advocate Branden C. Sigua on September 9. 2025.
By Branden Sigua
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