Denver requests Texas border officials to share anti-border crossing flyers to discourage individuals from coming to their city.

The Denver ‌Government Urges Border Crossers to Find Alternatives

The city and county government of Denver,‌ Colorado, has taken a proactive approach in ⁢addressing the influx of border crossers from Texas. They have started distributing eye-catching ​flyers to border officials, urging them to ⁣inform migrants that‍ Denver is running out of ​long-term shelter options. The goal is‍ to encourage these individuals to make alternative plans instead ⁣of‍ traveling⁢ to⁢ Denver.

The Office⁢ of Emergency Management (OEM) in Denver shared a‍ copy of the‌ flyer with NTD ​News, highlighting the urgency of the situation.​ The flyer, titled “Updates for Migrants and Asylum Seekers Traveling to Denver,” delivers four important messages:

• “Denver’s ​resources have been exhausted”
• “Asylum seekers without children in city shelters have been given a 14-day stay⁢ limit‌ in shelter”
• “If you are coming⁢ to Denver seeking shelter, it is ​important ​for you ‌to have a plan. The city cannot provide⁢ shelter long-term”
• “Housing in Denver is very expensive and there aren’t many affordable housing options available”

Denver has become a popular destination for asylum applicants, illegal ​immigrants ⁢awaiting removal proceedings, and other inadmissible ‌individuals who have been allowed ⁤into the United States through parole ‍programs.

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Since April of⁤ last year, Republican‍ Texas Governor‌ Greg Abbott’s administration ⁣has been transporting border crossers to ⁢”sanctuary” jurisdictions, which are localities that limit or refuse to assist federal immigration enforcement efforts. Denver and the state of Colorado are ⁤considered by​ some organizations ‌as “sanctuary” jurisdictions. Although the office of Democrat Colorado ⁣Governor⁤ Jared Polis rejected the “sanctuary state” label, legislation‍ passed in 2019 ⁢prevents law enforcement⁤ officers in⁣ the state from arresting or detaining individuals on behalf of federal immigration detainer requests.

Starting in May of ⁢this year, Governor Abbott’s administration ​has been busing illegal immigrants from Texas‌ to Denver.⁢ The number of ‌border⁣ crossers sent to ​Denver ⁢has reached ⁣approximately 1,500 since May, with new rounds of buses announced last month.

In response to the influx of illegal immigrants, the Denver city and county government has made changes ⁢to their shelter policies. Adults‌ without children now have a maximum stay of 14 days, down from 21 ⁢days, while families with‌ children can ‍stay for up to 37 days, an ⁣increase from 30 ‍days.

According to ⁣a dashboard⁢ operated by Denver’s shelter and ⁣support system, ‌the city is currently “serving” around 23,535 ‌non-citizens. However, none‍ of these individuals are being sheltered in facilities‍ directly operated by ‍the city of Denver.

A​ spokesperson for the Denver OEM stated that the flyers being sent to ‍Texas are⁤ intended to align‌ with Denver’s revised shelter policies. However, it is unclear which ⁢Texas jurisdictions⁣ have received the flyers and whether ⁤they will pass on the message to discourage border crossers ​from traveling to ‍Denver.

Denver is ⁣not the ⁢only city expressing concern about the ‍increasing number ⁤of ‌arrivals from the southern border. New​ York ‌City Mayor Eric Adams has ‌sought to suspend ⁣his​ city’s‍ “right to shelter” policies, while former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot called on Governor Abbott ⁢to stop‍ sending buses of illegal immigrants to Chicago.

From NTD News

‍ What information does the flyer⁣ titled “Updates for⁣ Migrants and Asylum Seekers Traveling to Denver”​ provide regarding the city’s ⁣resources and shelter options?

That limit ⁤cooperation with federal immigration authorities. This has resulted in a significant‌ increase in the number of border crossers arriving in Denver.

The city and county government of ⁣Denver, recognizing the strain on their resources, have taken a proactive approach to ‍address the‌ issue. They have begun distributing eye-catching flyers to border officials, urging them to ​inform ⁣migrants about the⁢ lack of long-term shelter⁢ options⁢ in Denver. The goal is to‍ encourage these individuals to consider alternative plans instead of traveling to‍ Denver.

The Office of​ Emergency Management (OEM) in Denver shared a⁢ copy of the flyer ⁣with NTD News, emphasizing the⁤ urgency‍ of the⁢ situation. The flyer, titled “Updates for ‌Migrants and Asylum Seekers Traveling to Denver,” delivers four crucial messages.

Firstly, it states that Denver’s resources‍ have been exhausted. This underscores ⁣the fact that⁤ the city⁣ is currently unable to provide adequate long-term shelter for ‍migrants and asylum seekers. Additionally, it highlights that asylum seekers ‍without⁢ children in city shelters have been given ‍a 14-day ⁤stay limit​ in the shelter.

The‌ flyer also ‌emphasizes the importance of having a plan⁢ if individuals are coming to Denver seeking shelter. It emphasizes that the city cannot ⁤provide shelter on‍ a long-term basis. Moreover, it highlights the strained ​housing situation in Denver,‍ stating that housing in​ the city is very expensive and ⁣there are limited ⁣affordable ⁣options ⁢available.

Denver has⁢ become a popular destination for asylum applicants, illegal immigrants awaiting removal proceedings, and other inadmissible individuals who have been allowed into the United‌ States through parole programs. This influx‍ of individuals has put significant pressure on the​ city’s resources and necessitated the city government’s proactive approach in urging border crossers to‌ explore ‌alternative destinations.

The distribution of these flyers‍ serves‌ as⁣ a crucial step in managing the situation and ensuring that individuals are well-informed about the challenges ‌they may face⁣ in⁣ Denver.​ By encouraging migrants to consider other options, the city and county government hope to alleviate⁣ the​ strain on ⁢their resources and ensure⁣ that those in need can find appropriate assistance elsewhere.

In conclusion, the city ​and county government of Denver are taking proactive measures to address the influx of border ‍crossers.⁣ Through the distribution of⁣ informational flyers, they aim to inform migrants ‍about the lack‌ of long-term shelter ‍options and urge them to consider alternative plans. By doing so, they hope to⁣ alleviate the strain on‍ their resources‌ and ensure that ‌those in need can find assistance in ​more suitable destinations.