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Minneapolis council honors student Fletcher Merkel with honorary resolution
Summary
Minneapolis City Council presented an honorary resolution Feb. 19 recognizing the life and memory of 8-year-old Fletcher Alexander Merkel, who was killed Aug. 27, 2025 at Annunciation School. Principal DeBoer and Fletcher’s first-grade teacher addressed the council and the chamber joined in a song.
Minneapolis — The City Council opened its Feb. 19 meeting by presenting an honorary resolution remembering Fletcher Alexander Merkel and extending condolences to his family and school community.
Council President Elliot Payne announced the resolution and named Council Members Paul Masano and Whiting as presenters. The resolution recited Fletcher’s birth date and described his interests…
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