Johnson County budget amendment for immigrant services sparks debate over funding — and process

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – A proposed budget amendment in Johnson County is drawing strong reactions as leaders consider funding for immigrant services — while also questioning how those decisions are made.

The amendment would allocate additional funding for community stabilization and legal services, backed by members of Escucha Mi Voz and their supporters.

Dozens of people spoke during public comment at Wednesday’s Board of Supervisor’s meeting, many urging supervisors to approve the measure…

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