Section 1 [State Agency; Prerequisites to Suit Against Local Government]
Subd. 1 [Definitions] defines “agency” and “local government.”
Subd. 2 [Prerequisites] requires an agency to make reasonable efforts to resolve an issue before serving a summons and complaint on a local government. Requires the complaint to itemize those efforts. An agency is required to take specific actions, including:
(1) providing certain written information to the local government with the agency’s legal authority for demanding the local government to act or refrain from acting;
(2) provide written information to the local government on the agency’s authority to negotiate;
(3) meet with representatives of the local government to attempt to resolve the matter;
(4) offer mediation;
(5) consult with the attorney general or designee for a determination of the merit of the suit; and
(6) consult with the governor or designee seeking comment as to whether the suit is in the best interests of the state.
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