‘Welcoming City’ debate reaches Easton

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‘Welcoming City’ debate reaches Easton

Easton City Council members debated over whether to join neighboring cities in becoming a “welcoming city” for immigrants during the Feb. 12 city council meeting. The proposed ordinance, introduced by Councilwoman Taiba Sultana, would codify Easton’s pre-existing practice of providing services regardless of immigration status. In response to the proposal, recent tensions grew among numerous city leaders, including Mayor Sal Panto, Police Chief C…