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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
COST SHARING AGREEMENT FOR CITIES FOR SAFE AND STABLE
COMMUNITIES (MN)
This Memorandum of Understanding is entered into between the City of Minnetonka
(“Minnetonka”) and the City of Columbia Heights.
RECITALS
On February 2, 2026, a coalition of mayors representing the Parties announced the
formation of Cities for Safe and Stable Communities (MN) (“CSSC”). Created during
the federal immigration enforcement effort known as “Operation Metro Surge”, CSSC is
a grassroots, local government-led coalition dedicated to restoring stability and trust in
government. The Parties agreed to hire a consultant, Momentum Advocacy
(“Consultant”), to provide strategic coalition management and public affairs services on
behalf of CSSC. The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding is to set forth the
Parties’ agreement to cooperatively fund the services provided by Consultant.
AGREEMENT
1. Minnetonka is serving as the lead contracting party and has entered a professional
services agreement with Consultant pursuant to the attached Exhibit A. The scope of
work and fee structure is included within Exhibit A. The Parties hereby agree to share in
the cost of this work.
2. The costs incurred for the work authorized by Exhibit A will be shared equally by
the Parties. Minnetonka will pay the consultant(s)’s invoices when due and will invoice
the Parties for their proportionate share at the end of the Term (January 26, 2026 - May
30, 2026), which must be paid within 30 days after the date of Minnetonka’s invoice.
3. The total costs incurred for the work authorized by Exhibit A cannot exceed
$42,500.00 without approval from the Parties.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Memorandum of
Understanding and agree to make the payment(s) identified above.
Date:__________ CITY OF MINNETONKA
By:______________________________
Its: City Manager
Date:__________ CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
By:______________________________
Its:
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2/26/2026
City Manager
3/4/2026
RE: Proposal for Multi-City Coalition for ICE Rapid Response
Date: January 21, 2026
The following Proposal for Lobbying and Public Affairs Services outlines Momentum Advocacy’s
(“Momentum”) vision for campaign strategy, timeline, and deliverables. The plan also identifies
potential project team members and responsibilities.
Scope of Work and Deliverables
Momentum Advocacy proposes to lead the execution of a comprehensive lobbying and public
affairs campaign. The following deliverables outline the scope of services:
1. Strategic Coalition Management
●Full coalition coordination and oversight, responsive to the evolving political landscape.
●Real-time strategy adjustment informed by public sentiment, media coverage, and
internal benchmarks.
●Integration with each city’s internal communications team to ensure message discipline
and alignment across platforms.
●Use of AI tools and digital platforms to optimize content generation, rapid response, and
audience targeting.
●Strategic coalition growth to build political influence and increase leverage.
2. Earned Media & Press Engagement
●Aggressive earned media strategy in relevant and influential Minnesota markets.
●Relationship building with targeted journalists, and editorial boards, social media
influencers, and citizen journalists to position the Multi-City Coalition as a primary
source for balanced, authoritative ICE presence coverage.
●Development and placement of op-eds and feature stories that illustrate the challenges
cities and law enforcement are facing.
●Targeted social media engagement and content creation/curation in support of our
shared strategy.
3. Narrative Development & Message Architecture
●Creation of a unifying campaign narrative that escalates urgency towards peaceable
resolution between Federal, State, and Local Governments.
●Message testing and refinement to resonate with both rural and urban communities
across Minnesota.
●Incorporation of data, personal testimony, and cultural context to deepen public
empathy and broaden support.
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4. Direct Action & Event Support
●On-the-ground support for coalition events and press conferences.
●Logistics coordination and messaging for public actions that create visual and emotional
impact.
5. Stakeholder Alignment & Internal Communication
●Continuous communication with the Multi-City Coalition campaign leads to ensure
timely updates, strategic alignment, and mutual accountability.
●Real-time briefings to Multi-City Coalition members as the situation develops.
6. Elected Official Engagement
●Coordination of meetings with local, state, and federal elected and appointed officials to
deliver the Multi-City Coalition’s message.
Proposed Timeline (4 Months)
Phase 1 – Foundation (January 26– 30)
Campaign kickoff, narrative development, media prep
Phase 2 – Coalition and Media Plan Execution (Feb 1– April 30)
Escalation of earned media, messaging amplification, direct actions
Proposed Consultant Team & Capability Statement
Momentum utilizes a team approach to public affairs, which means you will have ALL of
Momentum’s resources and capabilities working on your behalf. We take a bipartisan approach
to client representation. Our firm has significant professional and lived experience with local
governments as consultants, former staff, and former local elected officials. Our firm has
experience providing strategic communications in response to politically charged issues.
Momentum managed all communications for the Minnesota Nurses Association strike in the
summer and fall of 2025. Happy to provide references or to expand on many relevant examples.
Amy Koch, Mike Franklin, Natalia Madryga and, Kayla Drake would undertake primary
responsibility for the representation. As such, they would be your day-to-day contact persons.
However, in the event additional team members become necessary, Momentum will draw upon
its many collaborative legislative and community relationships to assure that there are no gaps
in coverage so as to maximize your prospects for success.
Proposed Fee Structure Options
A monthly retainer of $10,000 per month (January 26, 2026 - May 30, 2026)
Proposed Total - $42,500 for a 4 and a quarter-month period. Our recommendation is to assess
our progress in May 2026 following the 2026 legislative session. In addition, costs including
copies, travel, and similar items will be billed as incurred. Momentum will seek prior approval
for any cost item exceeding $100. Momentum can discuss variations on the scope of work
outlined in this proposal the commensurate monthly fee.
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Thank you for the opportunity. We are happy to provide any additional information to assist you
in your review and selection process.
Sincerely,
Amy T. Koch
Principal
Momentum Advocacy
akoch@momentum-advocacy.com
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