HomeMy WebLinkAbout26-025 - ADMIN Resolution - City Council - 2026/02/10
Resolution No. 26-025
Affirming the city’s commitment to safety and to respect for the rights
and dignity of all people
Whereas, the Preamble of the City of St. Louis Park’s Home Rule Charter states, “Human
freedom and human rights are indivisible and the recognition of equality of all people is
indispensable in the administration of a just government,” and
Whereas, as local officials we are held accountable for upholding the rule of law; for
protecting our residents; and for preserving safety and peace in our community; and
Whereas, we are witnessing with our own eyes violations of multiple constitutional
protections of at least the first, second, fourth and fifth amendments, in addition to the Title VI
Civil Rights Act and ADA law; and
Whereas, the tactics employed in “Operation Metro Surge” are actively harming the
residents we vowed to serve, creating chaos in our community; disrupting daily lives, businesses
and learning; eroding trust between residents and local government; and causing significant
economic damage; and
Whereas, a statement issued by the city on January 16, 2026, stated that we are a
welcoming community for all and that we will remain focused on our strategic priorities, which
reflect a shared commitment to service, community voice, safety and respect for the dignity of all
people; and
Whereas, the city is taking multiple actions to preserve safety, protect constitutional rights
and restore the peace our community deserves, including participating in formation of Cities for
Safe and Stable Communities: a grassroots, local-government-led coalition dedicated to restoring
stability and trust in government; supporting a lawsuit brought by the State of Minnesota and by
the Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul requesting that federal immigration operations be limited to
acceptable constitutional operations; providing updated information and resources to residents
and to a “trusted messenger” network to carry critical information to the people who need it
most; and speaking publicly where our voice matters most; and
Whereas, we believe in the resilience of St. Louis Park, its residents and in the care they
have for one another. While federal agencies must answer for the damage they have caused, St.
Louis Park will build back. We call on our residents to continue their work of contributing
individually to the community and to making their voices heard to their state and federal
representatives, while the city council pursues actions available to it within the bounds of law and
policy,
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Now therefore be it resolved that the St. Louis Park City Council supports and stands with
all members of the St. Louis Park community and stands against the tactics of “Operation Metro
Surge.” The city council rejects the politics of division, bigotry, hatred and fear. The city council will
fight for the rights, freedoms and interests of all members of the community.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council February 10, 2026:
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
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