Following the unanimous vote (8-0) of the Council of San Diego to bring to the General Election of November of 2018 to the consideration of the redevelopment project of Qualcomm Stadium and the urbanization of the Fashion Valley area, Local organizations like The Public Land, Public Vote Coalition, applauded the Cabildo's decision.

National City has passed legislation declaring that residents can access city services regardless of immigration status.

With the Trump Administration’s vow to increase deportation and tighten up border security, many members of immigrant communities are fearful of interaction with border agents.   

On Monday, June 19 2017, City Council, led by Mayor Ron Morrison, unanimously voted to adopt a resolution that supports Senate Bill 54. The bill, also known as the "California Values Act" prevents state and local dollars and law enforcement agencies from helping immigration officials separate families and terrorize communities.