(Sahan Journal) The Lino Lakes City Council voted Monday evening to halt development of a Muslim-focused community that has drawn resistance from several residents, and allegations from supporters that Islamophobia is delaying progress.
The council voted 4-1 to enforce a moratorium after listening to impassioned comments from project detractors and supporters, and after one council member’s comments sparked profanity from the audience. Mayor Rob Rafferty and Council Members Chris Lyden, Michael Ruhland and Dale Stoesz voted in favor of the moratorium. Council Member Tony Cavegn voted against the measure.
The moratorium will take effect August 15 and last a year.
