As read during the January 26, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting:
WHEREAS, the City of Lathrup Village is committed to the protection of human life, the peaceful resolution of conflict, and the dignity and safety of all people; and
WHEREAS, in January 2026, multiple fatal shootings of civilians by federal immigration enforcement personnel, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol agents, occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, including Renée Nicole Good and Alex Pretti, amid Operation Metro Surge and related enforcement actions; and
WHEREAS, these incidents have drawn widespread public concern, protest, and calls for accountability and thorough, transparent investigations by independent authorities; and
WHEREAS, local officials and community members in Minneapolis and neighboring cities have voiced deep sorrow, outrage, and demands for law enforcement reforms while urging de-escalation and respect for due process; and
WHEREAS, this Council recognizes the profound impact of such violence on families, neighborhoods, and civic life and affirms the principle that all government action must uphold constitutional rights and the sanctity of human life;
NOW THEREFORE, the City of Lathrup Village City Council:
Condemns the use of lethal force resulting in the deaths of civilians during enforcement actions in Minnesota and calls for full, impartial, and transparent investigations into these shootings;
Expresses deep sympathy and solidarity with the families of those killed, the residents of Minneapolis and surrounding communities, and all who have been affected by these events;
Affirms that the protection of life and civil liberties must guide the conduct of all law enforcement operations at the federal, state, and local levels;
Encourages respect for peaceful civic engagement and de-escalation of conflict while urging all levels of government to work toward policies that prevent further loss of life and preserve community trust.