Statement on recent immigration activities
Published on January 15, 2026
Updated on January 15, 2025
Over the past week, we’ve heard from many residents that the increased level of ICE activity has created uncertainty and fear across our community. It is also impacting our business community. We know you’re worried about your loved ones, your neighbors, yourselves, and our community. The lack of information from the federal government, who is not coordinating with local governments or law enforcement agencies, does not help this.
Shoreview is committed to being a community where everyone feels safe and welcomed, regardless of immigration status. If you feel unsafe in any situation or have public safety concerns, call 911.
We are having ongoing conversations with our public safety partners, staff, and faith and community organizations to better understand what we can do to keep our community safe, including those visiting the community center.
If you wish to share your thoughts on ICE’s presence in Minnesota, please reach out to your federal representatives below:
- U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar - 612-727-5220
- U.S. Senator Tina Smith - 651-221-1016
- U.S. Representative Betty McCollum - 651-224-9191
Your city council and city leadership will continue to work on your behalf towards our vision of being a welcoming, safe community for all.
If you have any questions or thoughts, please reach out. Stay safe and take care of each other.
Questions?
Mayor Sue Denkinger, sdenkinger@shoreviewmn.gov
Councilmember John Doan, jdoan@shoreviewmn.gov
Councilmember Paul Gardner, pgardner@shoreviewmn.gov
Councilmember Shelly Myrland, smyrland@shoreviewmn.gov
Councilmember Cory Springhorn, cspringhorn@shoreviewmn.gov
City Manager Brad Martens, bmartens@shoreviewmn.gov
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