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Beaverton City Council Meeting - January 20, 2026: Sanctuary Promise Act Codified, Subcommittee Formed

City Council — Tuesday, January 20, 2026
BodyBeaverton, Oregon
SessionCity Council
DateTuesday, January 20, 2026
StatusFILED
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Transcript — Verbatim
0:06

The recorder call the role.

0:10

Councillor Government?

0:11

I am here.

0:13

Councillor Hartmeyer Prigg?

0:16

Here.

0:16

Counselor Hassan.

0:17

Here.

0:18

Counselor Kimmy?

0:19

Here.

0:19

Counselor Teeter?

0:21

Here.

0:21

Counselor Tivdon?

0:22

Here.

0:23

Mayor Beatty.

0:24

Here.

0:25

All right.

0:26

Today we are going to have a proclamation, visitor comment, a presentation from the Oregon Startup Center, City Manager Report, a lengthy consent agenda, a public hearing, and an action item.

0:39

So with that, Council President.

0:42

Thanks, Mayor.

0:43

This is a proclamation from the City Council.

0:46

Actually, uh, whereas this marks, this month marks the 97th anniversary of Dr.

0:50

Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth, and whereas Dr.

0:53

King dedicated his life to advancing equality and social justice and challenged all Americans to participate in the never-ending work to build a more perfect union.

1:01

And whereas Dr.

1:02

King taught us that we are measured not by where we stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but by the stands we take during times of challenge and controversy.

1:11

And whereas the events of the past year presented our community with no shortage of challenges, and whereas there is a racial divide in our country that we must work to bridge in order to help heal the wounds created by structural racism, both historical and current, and whereas Dr.

1:25

Current Dr.

1:26

King's teachings continue to guide and inspire us in addressing the challenges, and whereas Dr.

1:30

Martin Luther King Jr.

1:32

Day is observed each year on the third Monday in January and is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service.

1:39

And whereas each of us can and must continue, sorry, must contribute to making our communities better with increased opportunities for the whole community.

1:48

Now, therefore, we, the City Council of the City of Beaverton do hereby proclaim January 19, 2026 is Martin Luther King Jr.

1:56

Day in the city of Beaverton.

1:57

Encourage all residents to reflect on Dr.

1:59

King's teachings and seek to put them into action through service to our community.

2:05

All right.

2:13

However, in order to help us stay compliant with Oregon's open meeting laws, this is not a time for dialogue, rather a time to listen.

2:21

If follow-up is required, the city manager is here to do that.

2:25

When you're called forward, you'll have three minutes to address the city council.

2:29

And a first on deck is uh Alyssa, followed by Caitlin, followed by Jacqueline.

2:40

Alyssa Collier.

2:44

Mayor, she let us know that she was going to join virtually, but I she's on the virtual link.

2:48

I'm not seeing her on hook.

2:49

Okay.

2:53

Um Caitlin McKellop.

3:01

Jacqueline Leedy.

3:03

Oh.

3:03

Sorry.

3:20

Hello.

3:22

I'm here today as a concerned citizen, asking all of you to act with more urgent urgency and ingenuity against the threat that ICIS has created in our community.

3:30

We knew before he even retook office that the president would abuse his authority to target and make an example of our city.

3:37

Yet it has taken an entire year for us to gather tonight to codify Oregon Sanctuary Promise Act, which at best only signals our ability to defend ourselves.

4:07

Last month, I watched everyone go down the line describing how personally difficult recent events have been to witness, how scary and uncertain the world is, especially as a parent.

4:17

But we didn't get to hear from the numerous parents who are imprisoned in their own homes or stuck at work while their young children wait for the school bus, fearing for their safety.

4:26

Many of these children are too young yet to participate in a walkout, and all of them have too big a target on their backs simply for existing to push back and say no to an authority figure who makes a wrong judgment call or acts out of turn.

4:39

Sharing your experiences doesn't make you sound empathetic.

4:42

It makes you sound ignorant to the severity of your constituents' everyday realities.

4:46

We're all angry.

4:47

We're all afraid and exhausted, but we aren't all endowed with the legal or political authority you are.

4:52

So please channel your sympathy, your empathy, your rage into urgent action.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Immigration Policy█████████████████████████████████████████████48%
Procedural███████████████16%
Economic Development████████9%
Public Safety████████8%
Nonprofit Support███████7%
Legal Affairs██████6%
Personnel Matters███3%
Racial Equity█1%
Public Engagement█1%
Summary of Proceedings

Beaverton City Council Meeting - January 20, 2026

The Beaverton City Council met on January 20, 2026, at 8:00 AM UTC. The meeting included a proclamation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, public comments on immigration enforcement, a presentation from the Oregon Startup Center, the city manager's report, a consent agenda, a public hearing on codifying the Oregon Sanctuary Promise Act, and council new business. Key outcomes included the passage of an ordinance codifying the Sanctuary Promise Act with amendments, the creation of a subcommittee to develop additional policy, and the adoption of a resolution on council compensation.

Consent Calendar

  • Approved the consent agenda (7-0), which included routine approvals and unanimous actions.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Alyssa Collier (virtual, not present) - not heard.
  • Caitlin McKellop (concerned citizen) - Urged immediate action against ICE threats; criticized the mayor for lack of urgency and for not intervening during an ICE incident at Costco. Stated that codifying the Sanctuary Promise Act alone is insufficient without actionable policy.
  • Jacqueline Leedy (community member) - Recounted the December 16, 2025 meeting where a 14-year-old Latina girl, Daisy, was initially denied the chance to speak in Spanish. Criticized Mayor Beattie for telling Daisy to "push back" against authority, calling it reckless. Urged the council to fight federal authority.
  • Kylie Delgado (community member) - Accused the city of lying in a Facebook post about ICE activity; criticized the police department for protecting officer Robert Lamb, who allegedly filed a false report; demanded the council adopt policy proposals from Blaine and Barry.
  • Like plateau (community member) - Described the city's Facebook statement as "full of lies" and said trust has been "irrevocably eroded" by the city's failure to correct errors.
  • Barbie Minor (THPRD board member, speaking personally) - Expressed personal anguish over neighbors being "kidnapped" by ICE; cited Paulino Martin, a 35-year resident abducted and deported to Mexico in critical condition. Called for courage and moral conviction.
  • Blaine Solomon Pearson (attorney, husband of an immigrant) - Presented a policy document recommending police investigate allegations of criminal violations by federal agents, create a federal interaction log, and adopt a humanitarian focus for families left behind. Also requested a policy against surveillance data being sold to ICE.
  • Catherine Spears (homeowner) - Reported witnessing police high-fiving Trump supporters; called for police to document ICE encounters. Stated she will no longer vote for any tax increase unless action is taken.
  • Tanya Massella (Mexican-American homeowner) - Urged sanctuary city status; highlighted economic impact and emphasized that immigrants are needed.
  • Cayman Minor (husband, father, small business owner) - Demanded action with teeth, not just words; said families abducted will not forget the council's inaction.
  • Claire Alexander (Washington County resident, former Minneapolis resident) - Warned that Portland is on the federal government's radar; urged clear guidance for police to protect human rights.
  • Evelyn Cocher (lifelong Beavertonian) - Noted other cities (Hillsboro, Forest Grove, Portland, etc.) have taken stronger action; challenged council to do more. Supported amendments by Councilors Hassan and Kimmy.
  • Jessica McBride (Beaverton resident) - Expressed concern that police handle ICE encounters on a "case by case basis"; urged clear protocols, a federal interaction log, and adopting the attorney general's stance that the supremacy clause does not protect federal agents who commit assault.
  • David Kearns (Beaverton resident) - Noted that vulnerable communities are afraid; argued the ordinance without amendments is "ceremonial" and "performative." Supported amendments.
  • Antonio Lopez (U.S.-born white man) - Described armed, untrained feds violating state and federal laws; asked council to adopt amendments to give a legal foundation to pressure federal agents.
  • Kirsten Gorle (resident) - Stated the ordinance does nothing to prevent kidnappings; called for direct action against fascism.
  • Madeline Conka (resident) - Begged for urgent legal action to protect neighbors.
  • Tammy Carpenter (Beaverton School Board member, speaking personally) - Criticized the ordinance as performative; noted no mention of police; urged direction to police and adoption of Solomon Pearson's recommendations.

Discussion Items

  • Oregon Startup Center Presentation: Jim Chi, executive director, reported on the center's impact. Key statistics: 46 companies in portfolio over 10 years, 65% in operation, 26% ceased, 9% exited. Companies have raised $100M+ in additional funding. 41% of founders are BIPOC, 37% women, significantly exceeding national funding rates (e.g., Black founders receive <0.5% of venture capital). The center is now in a purpose-built hub in Beaverton. Upcoming programs include bridging for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Council members expressed support and suggested engaging successful alumni to fund nonprofits.
  • City Manager Report: Upcoming events: State of the City on March 2 at Patricia Research Center; Best Beaverton nominations due Feb 8; Fiscal Sustainability forums. Housing update: South Cooper Mountain area has 1,600+ homes built, 240 affordable units (Amity Orchard opened 2025), and Cooper Mountain Community Plan will add up to 5,000 more homes. Climate action plan to be presented in mid-February. Community survey closed, results upcoming.
  • Public Hearing on Ordinance 4877 (Sanctuary Promise Act Codification): City Attorney Scott presented the ordinance. Council heard extensive public testimony (see above). Councilors Hassan and Kimmy proposed amendments adding sections on training, signage, designated staff, police protocols, and federal interaction log. Discussion: City Manager recommended putting the operational details in a policy rather than ordinance for flexibility. Councilors Teeter and Tivnon expressed concerns about committing to code without full staff analysis. After procedural moves, the original amendment failed 2-5. Council then passed a modified version (adding sections A, B, C of administration and federal/state advocacy) 7-0, and committed to develop a policy resolution.
  • Council Compensation Resolution: All council members declared a conflict of interest. The resolution (4940) interpreting "compensation" under the charter to allow certain reimbursements and expenditures passed after separate votes for council positions and mayor (with abstentions per conflict rules). Details of votes: Positions 4,5,6 passed 4-0 (with abstentions); Positions 1,2,3 passed 4-0 (with abstentions); Mayor's position passed 6-0 (Mayor abstained).
  • Council New Business: Councilor Hartmeyer Prigg moved to create a subcommittee (Councilors Hassan, Kimmy, and Duggar) to work with the city manager on a policy resolution incorporating the defeated amendment's protective measures, to be returned at the first meeting in February. Motion passed 7-0. Councilor Duggar also raised concerns about lack of undergrounding on Denny Road project; requested information on cost and why it was missed.

Key Outcomes

  • Ordinance 4877 (Sanctuary Promise Act) adopted (7-0) with amendments: added Section 3 (federal/state advocacy) and administrative provisions A, B, C (training, signage, designated staff). Remaining items (police protocols, federal log, etc.) referred to policy development.
  • Subcommittee created (Hassan, Kimmy, Duggar) to draft policy resolution incorporating the broader protective measures, with a target return at the February 3 meeting.
  • Resolution 4940 (council compensation) adopted for all positions through separate votes per conflict-of-interest rules.
  • Denny Road undergrounding: Councilor Duggar requested a report from the city manager on cost and process oversight.

Meeting Transcript

The recorder call the role. Councillor Government? I am here. Councillor Hartmeyer Prigg? Here. Counselor Hassan. Here. Counselor Kimmy? Here. Counselor Teeter? Here. Counselor Tivdon? Here. Mayor Beatty. Here. All right. Today we are going to have a proclamation, visitor comment, a presentation from the Oregon Startup Center, City Manager Report, a lengthy consent agenda, a public hearing, and an action item. So with that, Council President. Thanks, Mayor. This is a proclamation from the City Council. Actually, uh, whereas this marks, this month marks the 97th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth, and whereas Dr. King dedicated his life to advancing equality and social justice and challenged all Americans to participate in the never-ending work to build a more perfect union. And whereas Dr. King taught us that we are measured not by where we stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but by the stands we take during times of challenge and controversy. And whereas the events of the past year presented our community with no shortage of challenges, and whereas there is a racial divide in our country that we must work to bridge in order to help heal the wounds created by structural racism, both historical and current, and whereas Dr. Current Dr. King's teachings continue to guide and inspire us in addressing the challenges, and whereas Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed each year on the third Monday in January and is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service. And whereas each of us can and must continue, sorry, must contribute to making our communities better with increased opportunities for the whole community. Now, therefore, we, the City Council of the City of Beaverton do hereby proclaim January 19, 2026 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the city of Beaverton. Encourage all residents to reflect on Dr. King's teachings and seek to put them into action through service to our community. All right. However, in order to help us stay compliant with Oregon's open meeting laws, this is not a time for dialogue, rather a time to listen. If follow-up is required, the city manager is here to do that. When you're called forward, you'll have three minutes to address the city council. And a first on deck is uh Alyssa, followed by Caitlin, followed by Jacqueline. Alyssa Collier. Mayor, she let us know that she was going to join virtually, but I she's on the virtual link. I'm not seeing her on hook. Okay. Um Caitlin McKellop. Jacqueline Leedy. Oh. Sorry. Hello. I'm here today as a concerned citizen, asking all of you to act with more urgent urgency and ingenuity against the threat that ICIS has created in our community.

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