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Staff Report To: Mayor Fischer and Members of the City Council From: Bryce Shearen, City Administrator Date: June 22, 2026 Re: CSSC Phase II Proposal: Coordinated Response Model Action To Be Considered: Motion to approve, table, or deny the following: • Authorizing the City of Little Canada to participate in the nonpartisan coalition Cities for Safe and Stable Communities Phase II: Coordinated Response Model for an initial 12-month contract Background: At the February 25 City Council meeting, the Council authorized the joining of the nonpartisan collation, Cities for Safe and Stable Communities. At that time, Minnesota cities were facing increased pressure on local government operations, public safety resources, and community trust due to an influx of federal immigration activity. The coalition called 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. Through the experience of working together as a coalition of cities, many participating cities saw the value of trusted relationships, rapid community, and the ability to organize quickly around issues that impact communities. Therefore, Mayors and Managers met to determine possible next phases to continue the partnership. Phase II: Coordinated Response Model As federal actions and policy decisions continue to create potential operational, legal, financial, and governance impacts for cities, member communities have expressed interest in maintaining a modest but durable statewide coordination structure. Rather than remaining focused on any single issue or event, this Phase II model represents a broader shift toward preparedness, information sharing, and coordinated response capacity related to federal decisions affecting local government. The proposed structure is intentionally lightweight during normal operations, while preserving the relationships, communication channels, and organizational framework needed to scale coordination quickly if circumstances require it. The goal is to maintain readiness without creating unnecessary complexity, duplication, or mission creep.