At the January 20, 2026, St. Charles City Council Meeting, Mayor Clint Hull read an official proclamation, signed by the full City Council, reaffirming the City’s support for the constitutional rights afforded to all persons, regardless of citizenship. The proclamation recognizes St. Charles as a community shaped by generations of immigrants and strengthened by residents of diverse backgrounds, and affirms the City’s commitment to ensuring that all people in the community feel safe, supported, and valued.
The proclamation is on the City website.
An Issue that is Important to the Community
The St. Charles City Council and City staff continue to receive questions from residents regarding federal immigration enforcement activities in St. Charles—an issue that has deeply affected members of the community.
“We’ve heard the stories of people being afraid to go to the grocery store or drop their children off at school,” said Mayor Clint Hull. “It’s heartbreaking. Knowing that our residents are suffering—it hurts. When someone is hurting in St. Charles, we all hurt. While local ordinances do not impact federal immigration operations, we do have a responsibility to support our residents, provide accurate information, and ensure that everyone feels safe accessing essential services.”
After careful consideration, the City Council chose not to adopt an ordinance related to federal immigration enforcement. Such ordinances are not enforceable by local police and would not impact federal immigration operations. Instead, the Council has focused on actions within the City’s authority—providing accurate information, reaffirming adherence to existing laws such as the Illinois TRUST Act, supporting community resources, and ensuring that all residents feel safe accessing City services.
“We want to assure everyone that 911 services are available to all,” said St. Charles Police Chief Daniel Likens. “No person will be denied emergency services based on their immigration status. And no witness, victim or other person reporting a crime will be questioned regarding their immigration status.”
Actions the City has Taken
The City of St. Charles has taken several steps to support residents and promote understanding:
• Continue Community Conversations The City remains committed to ongoing dialogue with residents and community groups to listen to concerns, questions, and ideas; promote understanding; and build trust. Contact information for the mayor and alderpersons.
Service, Tradition, Community: The St. Charles Strategic Plan
• Make Information and Resources Accessible The City website includes information in multiple languages, including:
• Information about individual rights
• TRUST Act informational cards
• Hot line and links to community and legal resources
• Listen to Community Feedback at Public Meetings Designated comment periods at public meetings provide an opportunity for residents to speak directly to City Council. Most recently, public comments were heard on the federal immigration enforcement issue, and presentations were delivered by Mayor Clint Hull, St. Charles Police Chief Dan Likens, and Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser at the Jan. 20 City Council Meeting. The meeting is available on the City’s YouTube channel (presentations start at 27:18).
• Support Community Organizations The City continues to recognize and support local nonprofits, schools, community organizations and faith community efforts, including food drives, coat drives, and outreach to residents and families.
• Confirming the St. Charles Police Department’s Commitment to the Community
• The Police Department will continue to serve all residents equally.
• Police officers fully comply with the Illinois TRUST Act, which limits cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities.
• School Resource Officers continue building relationships in our schools The City will continue to encourage open dialogue and meet with residents and community groups as we work together to strengthen trust and understanding.