Preparing for Asylum Seekers: West Carthage Mayor's Urgent Message
The mayor of West Carthage, New York, Scott Burto, has written a letter to Jefferson County legislators urging them to be proactive in preparing for asylum seekers crossing the border into the US. Burto expressed concerns about the county's readiness to receive migrants and emphasized the need for a plan to protect the health and safety of residents. A local motel, Pleasant Night Inn, has already received a phone call inquiring about its availability to house asylum seekers. The county is in communication with local and state agencies to address the situation.