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• • • Council Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES COUNTY OF ANOKA RESOLUTION NO. 10 -68 English as the Official Language of the City of Lino Lakes WHEREAS, the English language is the common language of Lino Lakes, the State of Minnesota and of the United States; and WHEREAS, the government of Lino Lakes can reduce costs and promote efficiency in its roles as an employer and a government accountable to the people , by using the English language in its official actions and activities; and WHEREAS, this Resolution would not prohibit the city from using other languages for common sense, non - official reasons that serve the public interest, and WHEREAS, those reasons would include, but not limited to the protection of public health, and public safety, the promotion of tourism, the administration of justice and the handling of emergencies. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes that: 1 English shall be the official language of the government of Lino Lakes except as otherwise provided herein. 2. The City of Lino Lakes will not expend public dollars for the translation of any official documents or publications. All official documents, transactions, proceedings, meetings, or publications issued, conducted or regulated by or on behalf of or representing the City shall be in English. Official actions of Lino Lakes which bind or commit Lino Lakes or which give the appearance of presenting the official views or position of Lino Lakes shall be taken in the English language 3. Nothing in this resolution shall be interpreted as conflicting with the statutes of the United States or the State of Minnesota 4. Language other than English may be used when required: A. To teach or encourage the learning of languages other than English; B. To protect the public health, sanitation, and public safety;