Frankfort, Kentucky (June 25, 2024) – State Representative Steve Riley shared the following information to help Barren County residents as they seek information about Refuge BG and plans to re-locate up to 30 migrants in Barren County.
“Glasgow and Barren County are home to good, hardworking people of faith who are known throughout the Commonwealth for their hospitality and kindness. Many are understandably concerned with the lack of information available about plans to re-locate Honduran refugees to our community. Last night’s presentation at the city council was the first step in providing information for the public, but the Office of Refugee Resettlement and the Kentucky Office for Refugees must continue to make the public aware of plans to move these individuals into our community.
“I also want to be clear that this isn’t a reflection on our community’s willingness to help. Instead, it indicates a very real lack of trust in the President’s handling of immigration issues, particularly his administration’s abject failure in dealing with illegal immigration. Local residents want to make sure our community can support this re-location, and that they are aware of what impact it will have on our housing shortage, local workforce, and schools.
“I am hopeful that last night’s City Council meeting and the concerns raised by local officials and residents leads to more information and better communications. In the meantime, if you have questions or concerns, I urge you to reach out the Kentucky Office for Refugees at bjordan@archlou.org or by mail at 501 East Broadway, Suite 280, Louisville, Kentucky 40202.”
