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Council approves 2026–2027 IUOE labor contract and modifies police HCSP; reaffirms non‑participation in federal immigration enforcement

RichfieldDec 22, 20252 min read

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At the December 22, 2025 Richfield City Council meeting (Council Chambers), Mayor Supple and Council Members Burk and Coleman‑Woods were present; Council Member Christensen participated remotely for an excused medical reason. The Council approved the agenda, heard four speakers during Open Forum (comments for and against local cooperation with ICE; appreciation for snowplow crews), and took two formal actions: adopted a two‑year labor agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49 (Resolution 12391) and approved modifications to the Post‑Employment Health Care Savings Plan for LELS Local #123 Police Patrol (Resolution 12392), both effective January 1, 2026. The Acting City Manager clarified the City does not participate in enforcement of federal immigration law and explained potential officer liability for obstructing federal enforcement.

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Approved agenda (motion passed 4-0).
Adopted Resolution 12391 approving the two‑year labor agreement between the City of Richfield and International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49 for 2026–2027 (cost‑of‑living and market adjustments, increased clothing/safety allowances, licensure pay adjustments, continuation of insurance including Minnesota Paid Leave). Vote: 4-0.
Adopted Resolution 12392 modifying the Post‑Employment Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP) for Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #123 Police Patrol (immediate enrollment upon employment, transition to percentage‑based contributions, deposit of unused leave into HCSP). Effective January 1, 2026. Vote: 4-0.
Acting City Manager reported the City does not participate in enforcement of federal immigration law and noted potential federal consequences if a Richfield officer obstructed federal immigration enforcement.

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City Council Meeting

Dec 22, 2025, 6:00 PMRichfield Municipal Center, City Council Chambers, 6700 Portland Avenue, Richfield MN 55423completed

Agenda

1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes
5. Open Forum
Participants can share their comments in person, by voicemail, or email, and may also request to participate virtually. For more information on submitting comments, refer to the Council Agenda and Minutes page on richfieldmn.gov/citycouncil
6. Proclamations and Presentations
7. Consent Calendar
8. Consideration of Items, if Any Removed From Consent Calendar
9. Public Hearings
10. Proposed Ordinances
11. Resolutions
a. Labor Agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 49 for 2026-2027.
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Decision: Resolutions
b. Modifying the Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP) for Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local # 123 Police Patrol.
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Decision: Resolutions
12. Other Business
13. City Manager’s Report
14. Council Discussion
15. Adjournment