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HOW TO ENGAGE A LOCAL GOVERNMENT <br /> LOCAL GOVERNMENT OUTREACH <br /> Respect Minnesota focuses on connecting with communities where infrastructure projects are occurring. <br /> Respect Minnesota can help local governments set a positive tone for upcoming infrastructure projects. <br /> Respect Minnesota's message and pledge can be launched jointly with community leaders and government <br /> officiais before and during projects. <br /> 1.City Council or County Board Resolution <br /> Local governments can benefit greatly by passing a Respect Minnesota resolution that aims to incorporate <br /> the Respect Minnesota pledge into their governing bodies and their communities by promoting free speech <br /> and encouraging respect. <br /> EXAMPLE RESOLUTION <br /> A resolution authorizing the abidance of the Respect Minnesota Pledge by the INSERT NAME City/County <br /> Council. <br /> WHEREAS, (Mayor) has signed a resolution of support for said pledge in accordance with <br /> the Respect Minnesota movement. <br /> WHEREAS,as a result,CITY/COUNTY NAME will abide bythe Respect Minnesota pledge including the <br /> individuals,businesses,nonprofits and organizations that reside in the boundaries of CITY/COUNTY NAME. <br /> WHEREAS,CITY/COUNTY NAME will support free speech and a safe environment for everyone. <br /> WHEREAS,CITY/COUNTY NAME will listen, be inclusive and look for common ground. <br /> WHEREAS,CITY/COUNTY NAME will respect others,our natural environment,and local communities. <br /> WHEREAS,CITY/COUNTY NAME will respect the cultural heritage and history of the indigenous people. <br /> WHEREAS,CITY/COUNTY NAME will be accountable for their words and actions and abide by the law. <br /> NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the City/County Council of hereby supporters <br /> the Respect Minnesota pledge. <br /> RESPECTMINNESOTA.ORG RNN Tp <br /> 4 M'� <br />