Farmers Branch will eventually act on illegal immigration measure

FARMERS BRANCH, Texas (AP) -- Mayor Bob Phelps said council members will eventually take action on proposals aimed at making it tougher for illegal immigrants to live and work in the city.

"It's going to happen," he said. "I don't know when, but it will happen."

However, it was unclear after a meeting Monday night if and when the City Council would discuss passing a strict illegal immigration ordinance.

During the meeting, city council members heard from constituents on whether they should approve tough immigration-related measures, but no formal decision was made.

Supporters said the proposal simply tries to make the city less attractive to people who are in the country illegally.