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The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) by law enforcement agencies has accelerated dramatically in recent years. Predictive policing programs, facial recognition systems, automated license plate readers, risk assessment algorithms, and administrative tools are now commonplace across Colorado. These applications have been justified by claims about enhanced efficiency, reduced crime, and more strategic resource allocation. But the use of AI in policing raises constitutional concerns.

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"Once again, ICE has chosen to abuse its power to inflict terror on our communities. The arrest of a family on their way to a middle school is appalling."

The letter expresses deep concern with the process the city used to make its decision to close the shelter and emphasizes that shuttering these facilities with no alternative sheltering plan in place endangers the health and safety of housed and unhoused residents.