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Council tables policy on invocations after public comment and attorney review
Detroit Lakes City Council · August 15, 2025
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Summary
After a public comment opposing prayers at meetings and a summary of legal concerns from the city attorney, the Community Development Committee recommended the city attorney draft a policy; the item was tabled to the next council meeting for full consideration.
Detroit Lakes — The council tabled consideration of a policy to implement invocations or prayers before council meetings after a public commenter urged the city not to adopt such a policy and the CDC reviewed a city‑attorney memorandum outlining legal risks.
During public comment, Janelle…
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