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Staff Report To: Mayor Fischer and Members of the City Council From: Bryce Shearen, City Administrator Date: February 25, 2026 Re: Authorizing the City of Little Canada to join the nonpartisan coalition, Cities for Safe and Stable Communities Action To Be Considered: Motion to approve, table, or deny the following: • Joining the nonpartisan coalition, Cities for Safe and Stable Communities. Background: Cities across Minnesota face increased pressure on local government operations, public safety resources, and community trust due to recent federal immigration enforcement actions. In response, a nonpartisan, city-led coalition—Cities for Safe and Stable Communities—has been formed to provide a coordinated forum for information sharing, operational coordination, and collective communication, while preserving full local control by participating cities. The coalition is explicitly nonpartisan and focused on local governance, public safety, and operational stability. Participation does not require lobbying, litigation, or public advocacy unless a city independently chooses to engage in those activities. Cities retain discretion over whether and how they participate publicly, what information they share, and the extent of their involvement. Joining the coalition would align with recent City Council direction affirming community values, clarifying the City’s limited role in civil immigration enforcement, and emphasizing responsible stewardship of City resources. Participation would allow Little Canada to remain informed about regional impacts, coordination with peer cities, and contribute to a collective, nonpartisan local government voice focused on safety, stability, and respect for constitutional protections. Joining the coalition, the City of Little Canada would support the group’s collective call for: • Respect for local control – Ensuring federal actions respect local due process and constitutional protections. • Economic stabilization – Protecting local businesses and workforce stability from the fallout of the operation. • Immediate de-escalation – Allowing cities to conserve limited resources while rebuilding trust and helping Minnesotans in their communities feel secure. Coalition governance is led by a managing committee of city managers, with consensus as the goal. Communications support and coordination are provided at the direction of participating