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Appendix B: Sample Resolution Ratifying Emergency <br />Contract <br />Before using this sample, a city should be familiar with the contents of the League of <br />Minnesota Cities information memo, Official Conflict of Interest (October 2014). <br />When using this form as a template, insert appropriate city -specific language where indicated <br />and remove all explanations provided for your reference. <br />A city wishing to use this sample should review it with the city attorney to determine whether it <br />is suited to the city's circumstances. Because the sample implicates state and federal law, the city <br />attorney should review any modifications to ensure they conform to current law. <br />Additional samples are available through the LMC Research and Information Service upon <br />request. <br />SAMPLE RESOLUTION <br />RATFIYING EMERGENCY CONTRACT <br />Resolution <br />Whereas, the city council of (city name) has declared that a special emergency is in effect; <br />And Whereas, immediate action to respond to the situation is needed in order to protect the <br />health, safety, and welfare of the community; <br />And Whereas, the immediate purchase of (goods/equipment/supplies) was required to respond to <br />the emergency; <br />And Whereas, Minn. Stat. §§ 365.37 and 415.01 provide that the emergency contract is not subject to <br />the normal purchasing and competitive -bidding requirements because of the emergency. <br />League of Minnesota Cities Information Memo: 10/17/2014 <br />Official Conflict of Interest Page 38 <br />