San Fernando
City Council
Agenda Item 11
11) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF ORGANIZING AN ALL-CITIES CANDLE VIGIL TO HONOR\nLIVES LOST IN FEDERAL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT INCIDENTS\nThis item was agendized by Councilmember Mary Solorio.\nCity Council discussion to provide staff direction to recommend authorizing the organization of\nan all-cities candlelight vigil to honor the lives lost in federal immigration enforcement\nincidents, including the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Designate an appropriate time,\ndate, and location for the vigil, with logistical support from city departments (Public Works,\nPolice, and Parks & Recreation as applicable). Ensure coordination with community\norganizations, faith leaders, and civic groups to promote broad participation and to emphasize\nthe vigil’s focus on unity, remembrance, and shared mourning. Provide direction to staff to\ndevelop event guidelines that ensure safety, accessibility, and respect for all participants while\nmaintaining neutrality regarding public policy positions.