HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-2004-033 Resolution Regarding Erika Cruz Romero's Petition for AsylumDES -abo~~ 033
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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Resolution Regarding Erika Cruz Romero's
Petition for Asylum
Whereas, Erika Cruz Romero is an eleven-year-old Salvadoran girl who left her home
and proceeded alone to make her way to the United States to find her
father; and
Whereas, Erika Cruz Romero found her father, her only relative willing and able to
care for her, in North Carolina; and
Whereas, the Immigration and Naturalization Service has stated that she must leave
voluntarily by June 2004 or face deportation; and
Whereas, Ms. Romero's deportation will mean facing a life on the streets in El
Salvador and separation from her father; and
Whereas, the health of a community is contingent on the health of its individual
residents and families; and
Whereas, a healthy community ensures the safety of its children and provides for their
education and general welfare; and
Whereas, Orange County supports healthy families and supports the safety, education
and general welfare of children; and
Whereas, if Ms. Romero is granted asylum, her family will remain intact, she will be
spared a life on the streets, and her family will then be able to contribute to
the health of the community;
NOW, THEREFORE, do we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, hereby
express our. support for Erika Cruz Romero's petition of asylum.
This the 4th day of May, 2004.
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Barry Jacobs, Chair
Orange County Board of
Commissioners