The Town of Cicero announced a partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago that will provide immediate support and resources to families directly impacted by immigration detainment activity. Town President Larry Dominick and Consul General Reyna Torres Mendivil met to discuss ways to support the immediate families of Cicero residents deported due to their immigration status and the hardships their spouses and children may face as a result. Those identified by the Consulate General’s office as being Cicero residents will be given information to share with their loved ones, providing them with a direct line of communication with the Town of Cicero, available 24/7, so those loved ones can receive support they may need after the sudden loss of household income and support. Support will be provided to those who live in Cicero and whose loved ones have been verified as being detained due to immigration matters. That could include help with food, transportation, access to healthcare or help in securing long-term support as needed. This partnership with the Consulate General will also see their mobile unit come to Cicero to provide additional support to residents who need assistance with consular documents. In July, President Dominick approved development of a “Know Your Rights” video, with Cicero native and immigration attorney Xavier Borjas, with an accompanying flyer, both available in English and Spanish. (https://thetownofcicero.com/know-your-rights/)