The Sedona City Council meeting on August 13, 2025, focused on information sharing protocols among local law enforcement agencies and addressed public concerns regarding the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office's relationship with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

During the meeting, officials discussed the parameters for sharing information primarily within the Verde Valley, Yavapai, and Coconino Counties. They clarified that while information could be shared among specific agencies, there would be no "daisy chain" effect allowing for further distribution without direct consent. This means that agencies cannot simply forward information to others outside their group without proper authorization.

A significant portion of the discussion centered on the public's concerns about ICE, particularly regarding its perceived collaboration with the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office. Council members sought to clarify that while Yavapai County operates the jail and checks immigration status during the booking process, there is no active collaboration with ICE for deportation operations. The officers are trained under the 287(g) program, which allows them to check the immigration status of individuals upon booking, but they do not conduct operations in the field with ICE.

The meeting highlighted the importance of transparency and communication between law enforcement and the community, especially regarding sensitive issues like immigration. Council members emphasized the need to address public misconceptions and ensure that residents understand the nature of law enforcement operations in relation to federal agencies.

As the meeting concluded, officials acknowledged the ongoing need for dialogue with the community to alleviate concerns and foster trust in local law enforcement practices.