HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 26-39 Authorizing Out-of-State Travel for Council Member MielkeCITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
COI]NCIL RESOLT]TION
April22,2026
No.26-39
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR COUNCIL MEMBER
MIELKE
WHEREAS, the Minnesota State Legislature passed a requirement in 2005 that cities adopt a
policy the regulates out-of-state travel by elected officials, which the City Council passed on
November 9,2025;
WHEREAS, a provision of the statute is that the policy must be reviewed annually by the City
Council and was most recently done on January 14,2026;
WHEREAS, general guidelines of The Elected Official Out-of-State Travel Policy states that
travel must be approved in advance by the City Council, passed by resolution detailing exactly
what is being approved, and include an estimated cost of travel.
WHEREAS, Council Member Mielke is requesting reimbursement totaling up-to $800 for the
following fees associated with attending the Strong Towns National Gathering in Fayetteville,
Arkansas from May 18- May 20,2026:. Conference Registration fees of $320r Hotel stay in the amount of $400o Travel Reimbursement of balance remaining up to $800 total reimbursement.
Council Member Mielke will pay any other balances.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights,
Minnesota:
l. That the out-of-state travel of Council Member Mielke is approved and adopted by the
City Council of the City of Falcon Heights.
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MIELKE
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