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Bay Area County Supervisors Reaffirm Support for Immigrant Community Ahead of Super Bowl LX
Supervisors from across the region issue joint statement pledging unity, safety, and belonging for all residents.
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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In a joint statement, county supervisors from across the San Francisco Bay Area have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the region's immigrant community members ahead of the upcoming Super Bowl LX. The statement emphasizes the importance of unity, safety, and belonging for all residents, regardless of immigration status. The supervisors also highlighted the availability of local resources and rapid response networks to assist residents during this time.
Why it matters
The statement comes as the Bay Area prepares to host major sporting events in 2026, including the Super Bowl. The supervisors aim to reassure immigrant community members and address any fears or anxieties they may be experiencing, while also promoting a message of inclusion and solidarity across the region.
The details
The joint statement was signed by over 20 county supervisors from across the Bay Area, including Ken Carlson and John Gioia from Contra Costa County, Margaret Abe-Koge and Sylvia Arenas from Santa Clara County, and Connie Chan and Jackie Fielder from San Francisco. The supervisors reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the safety and dignity of all residents, regardless of immigration status, and encouraged the public to stay informed and support one another through verified community resources and rapid response networks.
- The joint statement was released on February 8, 2026, in advance of Super Bowl LX, which is scheduled to take place in the Bay Area later that year.
The players
Ken Carlson
Contra Costa County Supervisor.
John Gioia
Contra Costa County Supervisor.
Rapid Response Networks
Community-based organizations that provide support and information to residents during times of uncertainty or crisis.
What they’re saying
“Across the Bay Area, we stand united in our commitment to the dignity, safety and belonging of every community member, regardless of immigration status.”
— Bay Area County Supervisors (ACLU SoCal)
“As local jurisdictions, we have clear policies in place to protect the safety of all residents across the region, including our immigrant communities. Local law enforcement remains focused on keeping everyone safe and building trust in our communities.”
— Bay Area County Supervisors (ACLU SoCal)
What’s next
The supervisors encourage residents to stay informed and support one another through verified community resources and rapid response networks in the lead-up to the Super Bowl and other major events in 2026.
The takeaway
The joint statement from Bay Area county supervisors underscores the region's commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all residents, regardless of immigration status, as it prepares to host high-profile sporting events in the coming years.
