Members of the Dignity Not Detention campaign are urging Orange County elected officials to speak out against ICE detention at Orange County Jail. Please use the below scripts to push these members of the Orange County legislature to meet with the campaign.
If you get any willingness to meet, please let Erin know (ekm117@gmail.com).
Genesis Ramos is an Orange County legislator, representing the City and Town of Newburgh.
Phone: 845-291-4800
Email: GRamos@orangecountygov.com
Phone & Email Script:
My name is ___ and I am reaching out as a fellow New Yorker due to my concern about ICE detention at Orange County Jail. We appreciate the communication you have previously had with the Dignity Not Detention legislation team, and regarding the county jail contract. The campaign has truly appreciated the valuable insights you shared about health and community wellness in Orange County.
This fall, New York Lawyers for the Public Interest released a report exposing systemic medical failures in immigration detention at Orange County Jail. Given these continuing concerns around detention conditions and family stability, we’d love to reconnect to share updates and discuss next steps.
Would you have availability in the coming weeks for a brief follow-up discussion?
Laurie Tautel is an Orange County legislator, representing the Towns of Highlands, Monroe and Woodbury and the Villages of Highland Falls, Harriman and Woodbury.
Phone: 845-281-4840
Email: ltautel@orangecountygov.com
Phone & Email Script:
My name is ___ and I’m reaching out with concerns about ICE's use of Orange County Jail for immigration detention. As someone deeply engaged in issues of health, mental health, and constituent rights, your leadership on this matter would be incredibly valuable.
This fall, New York Lawyers for the Public Interest released a report exposing systemic medical failures in immigration detention at Orange County Jail. The Dignity Not Detention campaign, which advocates against the violence of ICE detention in New York State, would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to discuss these health and community impacts of detention use in the county, and to explore ways to safeguard residents’ well-being and public trust.
Please let me know if there’s a time that works best for you to meet with a member of the campaign.
Phone: 845-291-4800
Email: klujan@orangecountygov.com
Phone & Email Script:
My name is ___ and I’m reaching out with concerns about ICE's use of Orange County Jail for immigration detention.
This issue deeply affects community trust, local safety, and the economic stability of residents—particularly in areas like Newburgh, where civic engagement and inclusivity are vital.
The Dignity Not Detention campaign, which advocates against the violence of ICE detention in New York State, would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to discuss this further and hear your perspective on how we can ensure county facilities remain focused on local priorities.
Please let me know if there’s a convenient time for a brief conversation.