Res 2023-30 Electronic Crimes Task Force JPACITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 1140.2023-30
AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN A JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
"DAKOTA COUNTY ELECTRONIC CRIMES TASK FORCE"
WHEREAS, the City of Mendota Heights desires to have the ability to contact
neighboring communities for aid assistance; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota State Statute requires a resolution to enter into a Joint Powers
Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes the need to have all agreements accurately reflect the
work being done and membership; and
WIiEREAS, the City recognizes that the advances in technology require a continuing
investment in training and resources; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide the highest level of service to its citizens and all
victims of crime; and
WHEREAS, the City understands that the ability to investigate these cases continues to
exceed the capacity of the police department(s) individual investigative divisions; and
WHEREAS, the City understands the responsibilities vested in them to provide for the
health, safety, and welfare of the community; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights have duly considered this
matter and wish to enter into an agreement that would expand the resources available to them
and our neighbors to solve crimes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the City Council of the City
of Mendota Heights hereby formally authorizes its continued participation in a Joint Powers
Agreement for the Dakota County Electronic Crimes Task Force.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 6�h day of June 2023.
CITY COUNCIL
ATTEST: CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By By
Christine Lusian, i Clerk Stephanie B. Levine, Mayor