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Mendota Heights council declines to join ‘Cities for Safe and Stable Communities’ coalition
Summary
After staff said the coalition has shifted toward legislative advocacy since Operation Metro Surge, the Mendota Heights City Council reached consensus March 17 not to join the Cities for Safe and Stable Communities Coalition; staff will continue to monitor its evolution and related legislation.
City staff told the Mendota Heights City Council on March 17 that the Cities for Safe and Stable Communities Coalition—formed during Operation Metro Surge—has evolved into an organization with a stronger legislative advocacy role. City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson relayed the change and Mayor Stephanie B. Levine said she is connected with other mayors who are discussing the coalition's evolving focus.
After a brief discussion, the council reached consensus not to join the coalition "at this time," and staff said they will continue to monitor the coalition and track related bills in the Minnesota Legislature. No formal roll‑call vote or motion was recorded on membership.
The council’s action was advisory rather than a legislative adoption; staff will report back if related bills or funding opportunities arise that require formal council action.
