Letter from Otsego County Faith Communities
Local Faith Communities Address 287(g) Agreement
As leaders from diverse faith communities across Otsego County, we write to share our concern regarding the agreement between the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement [a warrant service agreement as part of the 287(g) program with ICE on October 17, 2025].
We come from many different traditions and backgrounds, but we all share a commitment to uphold the dignity of all people and a moral imperative to protect the vulnerable. It is our shared values that guide our response to this policy.
We recognize the importance of public safety; however, we believe that this agreement between the Sheriff’s Office and ICE raises ethical, communal and humanitarian concerns.
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