Immigration Enforcement Concerns and Colvin Woods Facility
Town of Tonawanda
Summary
Residents voiced alarm over a federal immigration holding facility operating at 600 Colvinwoods Parkway, demanding that the town enact a 'New York for All' resolution and prohibit local police from collaborating with ICE. Town officials stated they had previously investigated local zoning powers and confirmed police policy restricting immigration status checks.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Mar 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
None directly arising from town action.
Federal immigration enforcement agencies.
Immigrant residents and community members experiencing increased fear and insecurity.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Town Board - Regular — March 23, 2026
Residents asked the town board to take stronger action against ICE detention operations at 600 Colvin Woods Parkway, urging officials to oppose lease renewals and support state legislation.
Town Board - Regular — March 9, 2026
Several residents urged the town board to pass a resolution supporting the state 'New York for All' bill and expressed deep concerns regarding federal immigration enforcement operations at a Colvin Woods facility.
Town Board - Regular — February 9, 2026
Residents and activists from Clean Air WNY raised concerns regarding local impacts of federal immigration enforcement, ICE operations, and the local Border Patrol facility.
Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026
Residents voiced alarm over a federal immigration holding facility operating at 600 Colvinwoods Parkway, demanding that the town enact a 'New York for All' resolution and prohibit local police from collaborating with ICE. Town officials stated they had previously investigated local zoning powers and confirmed police policy restricting immigration status checks.
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