When New York City announced that it would disperse and accommodate immigrants from Texas to hotels in Upstate New York, such as Lakeland and Orange Counties, the county governments are protesting strongly, declaring a state of emergency.
Mayor Eric Adams announced on the 5th that about 340 single male immigrants living in shelters and aid centers in New York City will be dispersed and housed in hotels in Lakeland and Orange counties for up to four months.
According to New York City, more than 60,800 asylum-seeking immigrants from Texas have arrived in New York City since last spring, and currently 37,500 are receiving protection and support from New York City.
“As more asylum seekers are expected to arrive in New York City after the 11th of this month, it is urgent to secure a place to accommodate them immediately,” said Mayor Adams.
Lakeland County and Orange County are protesting this.
In particular, Lakeland County declared a state of emergency and temporarily banned hotels and motels in Lakeland County from accommodating migrants without a license. The state of emergency included requiring the municipality that sent the migrants to the county to pay any costs incurred because of the displacement.