Ramsey officials said order infringes on individuals’ constitutional rights.
The city of Ramsey has voted to stop enforcing Gov. Tim Walz’s mask mandate, arguing that the statewide effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is infringing on individuals’ constitutional rights.
In 4-3 vote Tuesday night, the City Council approved the measure put forth by council members Ryan Heineman and Chelsee Howell stating that city resources “physical, financial or otherwise shall not be used to enforce any of Gov. Walz’s Emergency Executive Orders.”
It was not immediately clear what liability the city might face as a result of the vote, which was discouraged by city attorney Joe Langel. Continue reading.