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Bay Area Counties Reaffirm Commitment to Immigrant Communities Ahead of Super Bowl LX
Local leaders sign on to protect safety and build trust during major sporting event.
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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Local jurisdictions across Northern California and the Bay Area have banded together to reassert community support for their immigrant populations ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl LX. Solano County Supervisor Cassandra R. James announced that the county has signed on to reaffirm policies in place to protect the safety of all residents, including immigrant communities who may be experiencing fear and anxiety. Supervisors from several other Bay Area counties have also signed on to the pledge.
Why it matters
The Super Bowl is a major event that draws large crowds and increased security presence, which can heighten concerns for immigrant communities. By reaffirming their commitment to protecting all residents, local leaders aim to build trust and ensure everyone feels safe during the festivities.
The details
The supervisors who have signed on to the pledge include representatives from Solano, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Contra Costa, San Francisco, Alameda, Sonoma, Marin, San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Monterey counties. They have vowed to keep the focus on public safety and community support, rather than any immigration enforcement actions. Governor Gavin Newsom has also stated that the federal government will not be conducting immigration enforcement at the Super Bowl.
- The pledge was announced on February 7, 2026, ahead of Super Bowl LX on February 9, 2026.
- Super Bowl LX is expected to bring 90,000 visitors to the Bay Area and support 5,000 jobs, according to a study by the Bay Area Host Committee.
The players
Cassandra R. James
Solano County Supervisor who announced the pledge to protect immigrant communities.
Gavin Newsom
Governor of California who stated the federal government will not conduct immigration enforcement at the Super Bowl.
What they’re saying
“We recognize that many across the Bay Area are experiencing fear and anxiety at this time. Local law enforcement remains focused on keeping everyone safe and building trust in our communities.”
— Cassandra R. James, Solano County Supervisor (fox40.com)
“As we prepare for the Super Bowl this weekend, and upcoming major sporting events in 2026, our message is simple: Unity over division, power over panic, and care for one another.”
— Cassandra R. James, Solano County Supervisor (fox40.com)
“California is working with all stakeholders and public safety personnel to keep people safe — and ensure they feel safe — during the Super Bowl. We've been assured there will be no immigration enforcement tied to the game. Our focus is protecting people, supporting workers and small businesses, and delivering on an event with real benefits for the region.”
— Gavin Newsom (fox40.com)
What’s next
The pledge by local leaders aims to build trust and ensure all residents, including immigrant communities, feel safe and protected during Super Bowl LX and other major events in the Bay Area in 2026.
The takeaway
By reaffirming their commitment to protecting all residents, regardless of immigration status, local leaders in the Bay Area are taking proactive steps to foster unity, allay fears, and ensure the Super Bowl is a safe and welcoming event for the entire community.
