City committee hears report that immigration enforcement reduced center use; departments outline emergency funds, outreach and grant plans City departments told the Arts, Parks, Libraries and Community Enrichment Committee that federal immigration enforcement depressed enrollment and activity at Family Source, WorkSource and BusinessSource centers, and described emergency relief, outreach and a $1.3 million grant to support services.

Federal immigration enforcement has caused significant declines in community center usage, prompting city departments to pivot and expand services for those in need.

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