# September 28, 2026 Assembly of Delegates Standing Committee on Public Services

The Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates Standing Committee on Public Services held a virtual meeting on September 28, 2026, primarily to discuss and amend an ordinance regarding county interaction with federal immigration enforcement. The committee reviewed a memo from the regional administrator highlighting concerns about potential conflicts between the proposed ordinance and existing resolutions, federal funding risks, and operational clarity for county staff. The committee considered multiple amendments to clarify the ordinance's language, particularly around staff responsibilities, enforcement authority, and public records compliance. Key changes included shifting enforcement duties to the Board of Regional Commissioners, clarifying that county employees are not required to obstruct lawful law enforcement, and removing provisions related to employee disciplinary actions from the ordinance. The committee unanimously voted to positively recommend the amended ordinance to the full assembly for further consideration. The discussion also touched on the ordinance's necessity given existing state laws and executive orders, with some delegates emphasizing the ordinance's role in providing clear county policy and community reassurance.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Professional Services
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance, Policy
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Sources
- [September 28, 2026 Assembly of Delegates Standing Committee on Public Services](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeDlvXlvqYI) - Barnstable County