HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 202-26 - Resolution - Rochester Civility Council Pledge
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION TO LEAD WITH CIVILITY, DIGNITY AND RESPECT
WHEREAS, the members of the City Council of the City of Rochester, Minnesota stand
united to lead with civility, dignity and respect to meet the needs of all Minnesota
residents.
WHEREAS, local governments across the United States are the most trusted level of
government — 67% of residents trust them to handle local problems and 62% feel their
local elected officials represent them or their community’s interest very and somewhat
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well.
WHEREAS, local governments create innovative solutions and economically thriving
and resilient communities by delivering services effectively and efficiently every day.
WHEREAS, our city’s locally elected leaders interact daily with their residents, local
business leaders, and other community stakeholders on main streets and throughout
our city, actively listening, discussing key issues and solving issues.
WHEREAS, we are committed to honoring the dignity of every resident in every
neighborhood and to leading by example in showing that differences need not lead to
division when we treat one another with dignity.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA AS FOLLOWS:
We are committed to promote civility within our governing body and
We stand united to lead with respect, dignity, and civility to reduce polarization and
create an environment that values shared goals, increased empathy, and genuine
dialogue.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA, THIS __________ DAY OF _______________, 2026.
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PRESIDENT OF SAID COMMON COUNCIL
ATTEST: __________________________
CITY CLERK
APPROVED THIS _____ DAY OF ______________________, 2026.
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MAYOR OF SAID CITY
(Seal of the City of
Rochester, Minnesota)