2016.08.15 Budget Work Session Packet
Posted: Aug. 12, 2016
City Council
Budget Work Session Agenda
Aug. 15, 2016
6:30 p.m.
Community Room
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City
Charter, the budget work session of the Crystal City Council was held at ______ p.m. on
Aug. 15, 2016 in the Community Room at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Adams ____ Norris
____ Dahl ____ Therres
____ Deshler ____ Elholm
____ Kolb ____ Hansen
____ Libby ____ Larson
____ Parsons ____ Ray
____ Peak ____ Revering
____ Sutter
____ Serres
II. Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1. Review 2017 General Fund Budget
2. Pool Bonds Debt Service Fund Budget*
3. Economic Development Authority (EDA) Budget*
4. Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Budget*
* Denotes no supporting information included in the packet.
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at ______ p.m.
Auxiliary aids are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling the City Clerk at (763) 531-
1145 at least 96 hours in advance. TTY users may call Minnesota Relay at 711 or 1-800-627-3529.
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
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4141 DOUGLAS DRIVE NORTH
CRYSTAL, MN 55422‐1696
CITY OF CRYSTAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PUBLIC SAFETY
• Police
• Fire
GENERAL
ADMINISTRATION
• Mayor and Council
• Administration
• Human Resources
• Assessing
• Legal
• Elections
• Finance
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
• Planning and Code
Enforcement
• Building Inspections
• Housing Inspections
• Environmental Health
PUBLIC WORKS
• Engineering
• Streets
• Park Maintenance
• Forestry
• City Buildings
RECREATION
• Recreation
• Community Center
• Waterslide/Pool
GENERAL FUNDS
• Special Revenue Funds
• Debt Service Funds
• Capital Project Funds
• Internal Service Funds
SPECIAL FUNDS
• EDA
• TIF
• Utilities
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
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MAYOR & COUNCIL | ADMINISTRATION | HUMAN RESOURCES
ASSESSING | LEGAL | ELECTIONS | FINANCE
General Administration Staff:
2015: 15.05
2016: 15.05
Proposed Staff = 16.05 FTEs
$2,072,481 $2,344,979 $2,564,929
0
2,000,000
4,000,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Mayor & Council
$169,418
7%
Administration
$1,292,628
51%
Human
Resources
$52,179
2%
Assessing
$267,261
9%
Legal
$97,000
4%
Elections
$12,715
1%
Finance
$673,728
26%
Expenditures
18.8% of $13,631,715 City Budget
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Mayor and Council are the elected legislative and policy making body for Crystal’s city
government as outlined in the city’s charter. The Crystal City Council is composed of a mayor
and six councilmembers who are elected by the eligible voters of the city. The Mayor is the
presiding officer of the Council. In all other ways, the mayor and councilmembers have the
same authority and responsibilities.
$117,471 $139,178
$169,418
0
100,000
200,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Salaries/ Wages
$59,638
35%
Benefits
$9,702
6%
Professional
Services
$63,000
37%
Misc.
$37,078
22%
Expenditures
Jim Adams – Mayor
Elizabeth Dahl ‐ W a r d 1 Jeff Kolb ‐ Ward 2
Casey Peak – W a r d 3 Julie Deshler – Ward 4
Laura Libby – S e c t i o n I Olga Parsons – Section II
1.2% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
The Mayor and Council are supported by the General Fund.
Functions and Products
Make policy decisions on behalf of Crystal’s 22,852 residents.
Adopt the annual budget including setting the annual property tax levy.
Ensure public participation in decisions through input at meetings, public hearings,
neighborhood meetings, advisory commissions and community groups .
Evaluate the annual performance of the city manager.
Establish council goals and priorities.
1. Provide for orientation of new council members.
2. Continue to work to define and accomplish council goals and priorities.
Budget Highlights:
Line Item Amount Discussion
Technology Allowance $1,750 Technology stipend ($250/Councilmember)
Professional Services $35,000 Community Survey every five years (last one: 2012). City
Bus Tour, city manager evaluation and Goal setting.
Legal Services $30,000 City attorney staffing City Code Review Task Force
Training $5,500 Training budget for the Mayor and Councilmembers
Dues and Subscriptions
$26,600 Keep membership with the organizations that provide the
greatest benefit for city:
Metro Cities ($8,000)
League of Minnesota Cities ($18,345)
Crystal Business Association ($100)
Minnesota Mayors Association ($30)
Constituent Tracking ($125)
Continue to temporarily defer memberships with:
National League of Cities
North Metro Mayors
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ADMINISTRATION
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Administration Department manages the daily operations and policies of the City Council
under the direction of the City Manager. This department includes the functions of City Clerk,
Human Resources, Communications and Information Technology. This department works
together with and coordinates the activities of all City government departments and operations.
Administration Staff:
2015: 8.65
2016: 8.65
Proposed Staff: 8.65 FTEs
$1,041,650 $1,177,779 $1,292,628
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Salaries/Wages
$743,111
57%
Benefits
$247,337
19%
Contractual
Services
$109,727
9%
Maintenance
Services
$45,300
4%
Misc.
$108,953
8%
Printing/Ads
$38,200
3%
Expenditures
9.5% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding
Administration supports all City departments and is primarily supported by the General Fund.
Modest revenue is generated from various administrative licenses.
Functions and Products
Carry out the policies of the city council under the direction of the city manager.
Prepare for all city council meetings, work sessions, and required public notices.
Manage all city communications including implementing communications plan, press
releases, quarterly City Newsletters, web site, cable system, and social media.
Coordinate and manage information systems city wide, including computer, electronic
document management and telephone systems.
Staff support for commissions and task forces.
Orientation of new elected officials.
Implementation of City Council goals.
Provide quality customer service.
Manage communications plan.
Manage city’s safety program and training.
Budget Highlights
Line Item Amount Discussion
Professional
Services
$32,000 Costs of website hosting, maintenance and upgrades through
Revise, network connections, record destruction services,
advertising, and various city‐wide professional services
(document scanning, space needs study).
LOGIS Services $108,500 The administration department share of the Local Government
Information Systems charges, which includes services for
business license and code enforcement, Internet, systems
development, network wellness, fiber optic network
maintenance and network engineering. LOGIS provides
managed services for email, email archiving and backup. This
also covers the cost of staff augmentation for IT assistance.
Service
Contracts
$45,300 The city is a member of LOGIS (Local Government Information
Systems). LOGIS negotiates contracts for various computer
software licenses (Websence, pest patrol, Altiris, Cisco,
Mircosoft, Etrust antivirus, Arcserv, Identitsys, etc.). Includes
the maintenance of 135+ computers. In addition, it includes
managed print and re‐write software maintenance for the
copier and printers and the license fee for digital storage of
official documents.
Misc. Operating
Supplies
$20,000 All office supplies for city hall and public works facilities
including paper, toner, letterhead, envelopes, etc.
Postage $22,000 Postage using a mailing service.
Printing
Newsletters
$34,000 Provides for designing, editing, printing, WEB production and
mail preparation, and postage of the combined city newsletter
and recreation publication four times per year. Each edition
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
contains a 12‐page city newsletter and a 44‐page recreation
publication.
Training and
Travel
$12,000 Provides training and travel expenses for the administration
department (10 staff members) and city‐wide training (98
regular staff) related to safety, diversity, data practices, writing
skills, sexual harassment, management and supervisory skills.
Awards $10,500 Provides for the costs of the Stop Accidents for Everyone
Awards program that recognizes employee safety records.
Increase of $5,700 is transferring funds from Department 04
(Mayor and Council) to Admin for costs associated with years of
service awards, employee recognition, employee holiday party,
retirement recognition and police volunteer recognition.
HUMAN RESOURCES
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Human Resources Department is part of the Administration Department and addresses all
matters relating to personnel, including recruitment, compensation, training and labor
negotiations. It maintains the personnel policies and procedures for the City. It also administers
the safety program and provides safety education.
Funding Sources
Human Resources supports all departments and is supported by the General Fund.
$43,949 $53,082 $57,179
0
50,000
100,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Benefits
$3,000
6%
Professional
Services
$36,000
70%
Contractual
Services
$9,719
17%
Maintenance
Services
$3,210
6%
Misc.
$250
1%
Expenditures
0.4% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Functions and Products
Administers the City’s personnel rules/regulations and compensation plan.
Manages Labor Relations activities.
Monitors pay equity compliance with the state law.
Manages recruitment and selection
Administers safety program
Assist city departments with recruitment and selection, utilizing electronic recruiting
software.
Continue to be a resource for human resource issues and information.
Effectively negotiate bargaining unit contracts.
Budget Highlights:
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Educational Assistance $3,000 Educational assistance of 60% of the cost of
undergraduate tuition, books and fees and 40 – 60% of
the cost of graduate school tuition for eligible
employees up to $1,200 or $2,400 per year depending
on employee group.
Professional Services $20,000 Costs associated with professional services such as
labor negotiations, coaching, investigations, pay
equity, testing and consulting. Also includes the State
of Minnesota BCA criminal history check fee ($15.00
each) for applicants applying for jobs that involve
working with children.
Medical Exams and
Evaluations
$16,000 This covers the costs of drug testing (mandated by the
Federal Government for CDL license holders), pre‐
employment testing, and post‐employment
vaccinations.
LOGIS Services ‐ $9,540 Human Resources share of LOGIS services.
Service Contracts $3,210 Service contract for NEO GOV, the online application
tracking system.
Advertising‐Employment $250 Advertising employment opportunities.
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ASSESSING
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
Hennepin County provides assessing services for the City of Crystal on a contract basis.
Human Resources Staff:
2015: 0.75
2016: 0.75
Proposed Staff: 0.75FTE
Funding Sources
Assessing is supported by the General Fund.
$227,702 $237,122
$267,261
200,000
220,000
240,000
260,000
280,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$64,518
24%
Benefits
$23,076
9%
Services
$176,914
66%
Communications
$2,500
1%
Misc.
$253
0%
Expenditures
2% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Crystal provides support to Hennepin County
contract assessors and supports special assessments.
Functions and Products
Maintain property tax records.
Process, track, and report special assessments.
Provide support to Hennepin County Assessors.
Assist assessors with regular evaluations.
Assist with transition to “Open Book” process.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Contractual Services $161,000 Contract for Hennepin County Assessing staff to
review property values assessed in five‐year cycles.
LOGIS Services $14,900 Special assessment module to manage special
assessments, delinquent properties, etc.
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LEGAL
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Legal Department provides legal counsel, through a contract with a local law firm, to the
City Council, commissions and City staff on municipal questions. Prosecution services are
included in the Police Department’s budget in Department 18. Specialized matters are handled
by firms engaged for special projects.
Funding Sources
Legal services support all City departments and functions and are supported by the General
Fund.
Functions and Products
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 ‐
YTD
Attend Council Meetings 23 25 27 30 23 25 12
Attend EDA Meetings 17 13 21 17 14 14 8
Continue to provide legal services and guidance to elected officials and city staff,
including attend meetings, reviewing and preparing contracts and other legal documents.
Staff City Code Review Task Force (included in Mayor and Council budget).
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Legal Services
$46,000‐
$47,000
The current contract with the city attorney’s firm
extends through 2016. The contract calls for a 2%
increase in the annual retainer (from $46,000 to
$47,000) and the hourly rates
increase from $150 to $155.
$114,496
$97,000 $97,00080,000
100,000
120,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
.7% of $13,631,715 City Budget
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ELECTIONS
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
Elections administers federal, state, judicial, and municipal elections in accordance with
Federal and State Laws, the Crystal City Charter, and City Ordinances. In general, elections
are conducted every other year in even years only unless a special election is called by the
City Council or State. The City has not appropriated money for an election in 2017.
Funding Sources
Elections support the election process for its citizens and is supported by the General Fund.
$12,116 $79,539 $12,715
0
50,000
100,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Maintenance
Services
$11,515
91%
Communications
$1,200
9%
Expenditures
.09% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Functions and Products
Managing voting by absentee ballot 45 days prior to each election
Training and certifying judges for elections
Securing and preparing eleven polling places with staff, equipment, and supplies
Preparing and assembling candidate filing information
Testing and maintaining integrity of election equipment
Preparing for and conducting public accuracy tests and demonstrations
Assisting with recounts
Provide for elections in accordance with federal and state laws, City Charter, and City
ordinances – no elections anticipated in 2017
Maintain highest level of ethics in the election process
Administer efficient elections utilizing election software and e‐poll books to improve
efficiencies
Provide salaries of temporary employees for required training and time worked during
elections
Provide for lease and maintenance agreements with Hennepin County for election
equipment
Provide for programming costs of election equipment and memory sticks
Provide for facility rental and custodial fees at polling places
Provide for updated election forms, per State Statutes and Secretary of State’s Office
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Service Contracts $11,515 The service contract with Hennepin County covers
election equipment programming and maintenance.
‐ $5,000
Modus Election Software Service ‐ $6,515
A centralized software system designed to streamline
the administration of election logistics and operations.
Postage $1,200 This cost is incurred by Hennepin County charging
back postage for returned postal verification cards
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FINANCE
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Finance Department provides fiscal management of all funds of the City including
accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, investments, debt issuance, risk management,
payroll and utility billing.
Finance Staff: These personnel are supervised or work in this department, although part
of their personnel expenses may be charged to another department in which they also
work.
2015: 5.65
2016: 5.65
2017 Staff:
5.65 FTE + 1
$511,886 $561,279 $673,728
0
500,000
1,000,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$417,309
62%
Benefits
$138,734
20%
Professional
Service
$33,480
5%
Contractual
Services
$65,960
10%
Misc.
$18,245
3%
Expenditures
5% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
The Finance Department supports all City departments and functions and is supported by
the General Fund and revenues of the utility funds.
Functions and Products
Produces annual budget and capital improvement plans in cooperation with the City
Council and senior staff to guide taxation, spending and service level decisions.
Manages accounts payable for supplies and contractual services.
Manages employee payroll and benefits.
Manages utility billing process for water, sewer, storm drainage, street light, and
recycling services provided to city residents and businesses.
Provides regular reports to the City Council and senior staff.
Provides annual audit by independent CPA firm required by state law and city charter.
Produces comprehensive annual financial report meeting the standards of the
Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government
Finance Officers Association.
Invests city funds in accordance with goals for safety, liquidity, and yield.
Manages property and liability insurance.
Issues debt as needed while sustaining bond rating of Aa2 from Moody’s.
Investigates and recommends financial planning and policy changes to the City Council.
Administer accounting and reporting for the tax increment financing districts.
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Implement automated accounts payable feature of finance software system.
Provide financial reporting to the City Manager and Department Heads.
Support long range financial planning by the City Council.
Review and update the financial policies of the city.
Transition the department to use document imaging instead of paper storage.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Professional Services $5,400 Administration of flexible spending accounts & health
savings accounts.
Audit Services $28,080 Cost of the annual financial audit by CPAs.
LOGIS Services $65,000 Cost of the financial & payroll modules. Includes
$14,000 for license fees and equipment for new
accounts payable computer system.
Service Contracts $1,200 Software license fees.
Printing Notices $3,600 Cost of publishing Truth‐in‐Taxation, budget, and
financial reports as required by state law.
Printing General $1,200 Cost of printing budgets and financial reports.
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PUBLIC SAFETY
2017 BUDGET
POLICE | FIRE
$5,744,126 $5,816,578
$6,597,050
5,000,000
5,500,000
6,000,000
6,500,000
7,000,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Police
$5,296,940
80%
Fire
$1,300,110
20%
Expenditures
48.4% of $13,631,715 City Budget
POLICE
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Police Department provides professional police protection and services. Its mission
statement is “Service with compassion, integrity and professionalism.”
Police Staff:
2015:
40
2016:
39.5
2017: 31 +2 Sworn / 4 full‐time / 8 part‐time (43 total)
$4,555,663 $4,586,881
$5,296,940
4,000,000
4,500,000
5,000,000
5,500,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$3,201,986
60%
Benefits
$1,328,264
25%
Professional
Services
$199,240
4%
Contractual
Services
$250,300
5%
Supplies
$117,100
2%
Misc.
$200,050
4%
Expenditures
38.9% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
The General Fund supports the Police department; however, significant revenues are
generated by various fees and reimbursements.
State pension aid $200,000
Post Board reimbursement $7,500
Animal impound & boarding $5,000
Accident and police reports $300
Fingerprinting $2,000
Pawn Shop fees $90,000
License investigation $2,400
Photos, Videos & DVDs $2,000
Safe Schools reimbursement $32,700
Court Fines & Forfeited Bail $320,000
False Alarm Calls $5,000
Total Revenues $666,900
Equipment and vehicle purchases are made from the Police Equipment Revolving Fund
(PERF), which is separate from the General Fund. Major sources of revenue for the PERF are
grants, interest earnings and transfers from the General Fund.
Court Fines/
Forfeited Bail
$320,000
48%
State Pension
Aid
$200,000
30%
Pawn Fees
$90,000
14%
Safe Schools
Reimb.
$32,700
5%
Others
$24,200
3%
Estimated General Fund Budget Revenues
Functions and Products
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Calls for Service or Events 32,716 31,878 31,624 34,362 31,077
Fingerprints captured 414 439 587 216 314
Arrests Adult 942 1,226 961 953 956
Arrests Juvenile 245 279 119 106 117
Animal Control Calls 501 471 469 447 457
Animal Control Officer initiated 107 92 116 104 116
Property Processed 5,935 6,197 3,455 3,000 3,050
Photographs Archived 3,572 4,385 6,219 5,600 5,000
Recordings Archived 3,409 4,044 3,595 4,100 3,500
Part 1 Crimes 672 762 550 632 560
Part 2 Crimes 918 1,092 989 1,024 994
DWI Arrests 189 256 276 213 235
Vehicle crash responses 885 754 639 584 459
Citations issued 6,199 6,133 6,626 6,230 5,798
Cases Cleared 50% 66% 55% 76%
Revamp/Reimage/Research Police Department’s Programs (possibility of adding
additional community based programs).
Continue to utilize police interns.
Research civilian staff person for crime prevention/community outreach for 2018
budget.
Continue to promote community policing at the neighborhood level in order to
keep our community safe and to deliver cost effective police services.
Continue to utilize neighborhood outreach office and better promote with
community.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
FIRE
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
West Metro Fire‐Rescue District provides fire services to the communities of Crystal and
New Hope through a joint powers agreement. The District was established on July 1, 1998
after years of study and special legislation. The District provides an efficient delivery system
and eliminates duplication in capital purchases. A seven member board of directors,
appointed by each City Council, governs the District.
Fire Staff:
2015: 6
2016:7
2017: 7
$1,188,463 $1,229,697
$1,300,110
1,100,000
1,200,000
1,300,000
1,400,000
2015 2016 2017
General Fund Yearly Expenditures
Services
$1,299,271
100%
Insurance
$839
0%
Expenditures
9.5% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Paid, On‐call: Up to 66. Three assistant
chiefs, three training captains, three station
captains and six station lieutenants.
Funding Sources
The District is funded primarily through general revenue funds from Crystal and New Hope,
based on a formula created in the joint powers agreement.
Functions and Products
Emergency Services Prevention Services
‐ Fire Suppression
‐ Hazardous Conditions
‐ Weather
‐ Emergency Management
‐ Police Assistance
‐ Fire Cause/Origin Investigation
‐ EMS
‐ Service
‐ Training
‐ Rescue
‐ Good Intent Calls
‐ Plan Review
‐ Existing Building Inspections
‐ New Construction Inspections
‐ System Testing
‐ Emergency Planning
‐ Educational Programs
‐ Residential Safety Programs
Maintain a competitive employment environment to hire and retain quality
personnel
Maintain fleet of apparatus and vehicles for safe, timely response to calls for service
Maintain an effective fire prevention program
Maintain an effective training program
Maintain an effective, efficient organizational structure that addresses succession
planning and cohesive response throughout the District
Budget Highlights
The total proposed West Metro budget (general fund and capital) for 2017 is $2,190,500.00.
The increase of $148,700 in the general fund is due to salaries, implementation of regular
physicals and pre‐employment physical ability testing, renewal of Minnesota State
Firefighter licenses required every 3 years and the annual lease payment ($103,600) for the
new aerial.
The capital fund contribution decreases by $25,000 to $150,000 in 2017 and the
contribution to the special revenue pension fund decreases by $20,000 to $200,000.
According to the District funding formula, Crystal’s share of the 2017 budget is 49.4988% of
the costs, or $1,084,271, an increase of $65,064 over Crystal’s share in 2016.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
2017 BUDGET
PLANNING AND CODE ENFORCEMENT | BUILDING INSPECTIONS
HOUSING INSPECTIONS | ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
Community Development Staff:
2015: 7.55
2016: 5.3
2017: 5.3
$736,813
$541,389 $556,993
0
500,000
1,000,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Planning/Code
Enforcement
$83,198
15%
Building
Inspection
$277,063
44%
Housing
Inspection
$189,632
32%
Environmental
Health
$7,100
1%
Expenditures
4.1% of $13,631,715 City Budget
PLANNING &
CODE ENFORCEMENT
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Planning and Code Enforcement division provides professional planning support for all
community planning and zoning functions; coordinates all residential redevelopment
efforts; coordinates related code enforcement activities.
Planning & Code Enforcement Staff (Revaluation of time spent on various duties
resulted in the wages of the Community Development Director and City Planner being
allocated to the Economic Development Authority beginning in 2016).
2015: 1.4
2016: 0.7
2017: .7
$164,785
$91,722 $83,198
0
100,000
200,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$34,593
39%
Benefits
$15,918
18%
Insurance
$27,317
31%
Misc.
$10,370
12%
Expenditures
.6% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
General Fund revenue generated by Planning and Code Enforcement
2015 2016 2017
Planning & zoning applications $5,000 $6,000 $7,000
Administrative Citations $26,300 $24,000 $20,000
Sign permits $8,463 $ 8,000 $8,000
Driveway permits* $3,460 $13,000 $5,000
Vacant Building Registrations $50,025 $36,000 $30,000
Totals $93,248 $87,000 $70,000
*Beginning in 2015, driveways done as an add‐on to a street project have not
been charged the permit fee.
Functions and Products
Respond to land use and zoning inquiries from residents, business owners, developers
and realtors
Provide staff support to the Planning Commission, City Council and Economic
Development Authority
Administer zoning and other city codes related to site plans, subdivisions and signs
Respond to citizen reports of violations and follow‐up and resolution of reoccurring
violations
Coordinate and lead code enforcement meetings to maintain communication between
inspectors, the Police Department and West Metro Fire Rescue District
Focus on Enforcement articles in the City newsletter
Neighborhood sweeps with the Police Department (one quarter of the city each year)
Monthly sweeps of duplexes, 4‐plexes and major street corridors
Routinely inspect vacant, foreclosed or gas shut‐off properties
Administer the Vacant Building Registration program
Manage nuisance abatements and seek court orders when necessary
Work with Administration to convert property records to electronic format
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Continue to manage and coordinate all code enforcement programs and focus on
department activities that help prevent the emergence of blight in the city’s
neighborhoods
Improve response time and effectiveness in resolution of citizens’ reports of violations
Maintain inspection and enforcement efforts at foreclosed and vacant properties
Participate in Blue Line Extension project development and other work related to the
proposed Bottineau Light Rail Transit line
Begin work on an update of the city’s Comprehensive Plan, due in 2018
Continue to work with Administration to convert property records to electronic format
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Insurance $27,317
+$6,823
from
2016
This line item is for insurance premiums paid to the
League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust. The
premiums are increasing for all participating cities due
to some expensive court cases that LMCIT has litigated
for other Minnesota cities. This comprises nearly all of
the budget increase for the division.
BUILDING INSPECTIONS
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Building Safety and Inspections Division administers and enforces the State Building
Code and Crystal’s Property Maintenance Code, conducts plan reviews and inspections, and
coordinates efforts with other enforcement agencies and departments, as necessary. The
division works with property owners and contractors to certify that new construction and
alterations to existing structures meet applicable codes.
Building Inspections Staff:
2015: 2.2
2016: 2.1
2017: 2.1
$274,156
$253,175
$277,063
240,000
260,000
280,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$149,895
54%Benefits
$51,282
19%
Contractual
Services
$65,756
24%
Misc.
$10,130
3%
Expenditures
2% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
General Fund Revenue Generated by Building Inspections
2015 2016 2017
Building Permits $207,492 $260,000 $260,000
Electrical Permits $39,968 $45,000 $47,000
Mechanical Permits $38,157 $ 40,000 $44,000
Plumbing Permits $33,149 $40,000 $41,000
Totals $318,766 $385,000 $392,000
Functions and Products
Administration and enforcement of State Building Code
Provide advisory services to residents and contractors
Review building plans for compliance with codes
Coordinate all building and housing inspection services
Coordinate electrical inspections with contracted service provider
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Continue plan review and building inspection responsibilities
Continue enforcement of the State Building Code in order to prevent and abate code
violations and to ensure safe, hazard‐free structures
Improve response time for building inspections and turn‐around time for permit
applications
Serve as a resource for building code related matters involving city buildings and
facilities
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Salaries and Wages $99,228
‐$38,363
from
2016
This line item is decreasing due to staff turnover which
occurred in multiple positions during late 2015 and
early 2016.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
HOUSING INSPECTIONS
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Housing Inspection Division administers and enforces housing inspection and licensing
programs and coordinates efforts with other involved agencies and departments, as
necessary.
Housing Inspections Staff:
2015: 3.75
2016: 2.4
2017: 2.4
$268,153
$182,849 $189,632
0
100,000
200,000
300,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$134,318
71%
Benefits
$49,753
26%
Contractual
Services
$1,663
1%
Misc.
$3,898
2%
Expenditures
1.4% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
General Fund revenue generated by Housing Inspections
2015 2016 2017
Point of Sale Inspections $59,972 $0 $0
Rental Licenses $194,201 $223,000 $220,000
Totals $254,173 $223,000 $225,000
Point of Sale inspections were eliminated in 2015
Functions and Products
Enforce the city’s Property Maintenance Code through inspections and follow‐up.
Conducts all housing inspections.
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Enforce the rental housing inspection and licensing program to ensure the health, safety
and well‐being of rental housing occupants in the city and prevent the emergence of
blight in the city’s neighborhoods
Continued improvement to response time for inspection and resolution of housing
maintenance complaints and rental housing inspections
Provide support to code enforcement staff in the department on housing maintenance
matters, including responding to citizen reports of property maintenance code
violations
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Salaries and Wages $105,854
‐$30,887
from
2016
This line item is decreasing due to staff turnover which
occurred in multiple positions during late 2015 and
early 2016.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Environmental Health Division administers and enforces local health and environmental
regulations. The City contracts with the city of Brooklyn Park to provide inspection services
as necessary.
Environmental Health Staff: Revaluation of time spent on various duties resulted in the
wages of the Community Development Director being allocated to the Economic
Development Authority beginning in 2016).
2015: .20
2016: .20
2017: .10
$29,719
$13,643 $7,100
0
20,000
40,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Utilities (Rubbish
Removal)
$3,000
42%
Contractual
Services
$4,000
56%
Misc.
$100
2%
Expenditures
.05% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
Environmental Health is funded by the General Fund. Modest revenues are generated by
health‐related licensing fees.
Functions and Products
Ensure the safe, healthful operation of operations and facilities that require local
licensure
Disposal of garbage and refuse from nuisance abatement cases (costs recovered by
special assessment)
Enforce applicable health provisions of the City Code to ensure the maintenance of
environmentally safe and healthy conditions
Provide education and resources to operators and the community on the environment
and health‐related issues
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Continue environmental health licensing as required by code
Continue disposal of garbage and refuse from nuisance abatement cases
Provide environmental health support to code enforcement efforts in the department
and police department on health and welfare matters.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Contractual Services $4,000
Unchanged
from 2016
This is a contractual arrangement with the City of
Brooklyn Park for environmental health services at an
hourly rate with a cap of $4,000 per year. Actual
expenditures have been much lower at $1,622 in
2014 and $2,415 in 2015.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
PUBLIC WORKS
2017 BUDGET
ENGINEERING | STREETS | PARK MAINTENANCE
FORESTRY | CITY BUILDINGS
Public Works Staff (excluding utilities):
2015: 20.79
2016: 19.85
2017: 19.85
$2,358,462 $2,368,989
$2,451,906
2,300,000
2,400,000
2,500,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Engineering
$395,928
16%
Street
Maintenance
$968,424
39%
Park
Maintenance
$823,360
34%
Forestry
$74,100
3%
City Buildings
$190,094
8%
Expenditures
18% of $13,631,715 City Budget
ENGINEERING
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Engineering Department manages the City’s infrastructure projects, the public right of
way (permitting), coordinates projects with other agencies (other cities or Hennepin
County), maintains accurate records of all City infrastructures, and supports other Public
Works Departments for infrastructure maintenance and operations, as well as
administrative tasks.
Engineering Staff:
2015: 3.3
2016: 3.3
2017: 3.3
$396,143
$375,442
$395,928
360,000
380,000
400,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$281,675
71%
Benefits
$100,223
25%
Misc.
14,030
4%
Expenditures
2.9% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
Engineering is supported primarily by the General Fund. Modest revenues are brought into
the City from the permit fees associated with various types of projects by private companies
in city‐owned Right of Way.
Functions and Products
Manage street and alley reconstruction projects, pavement marking projects,
permits for work in city right of way, and coordinate permits from State and County
as necessary.
Design, manage and/or support other building, park, sanitary sewer, water system,
and storm sewer infrastructure projects and maintain related infrastructure records.
Coordinate and communicate with other agencies on a variety of projects and
issues.
Participate in Bassett Creek and Shingle Creek Watershed Management
Organizations and related projects.
Respond to resident comments, concerns, or questions.
Plan and budget for and manage long term capital programs.
Provide support service to all other city departments.
Work with Minnesota Department of Transportation State Aid on City’s Street
System and budgets.
Manage City’s flood plain management program.
Manage Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s storm water permitting requirements
(MS4).
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Continue to work with the Communications Coordinator to improve public
communication with impacted properties in public works project areas.
Develop Traffic Sign Management program.
Continue implementation of infraMAP infrastructure asset management program.
Support Blue Line planning and design efforts.
Provide staff training opportunities to learn about, and ultimately implement, best
practices for City infrastructure management and operational efficiencies.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
STREET MAINTENANCE
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Street Department is the lead department in operating and maintaining the City’s
transportation system. This includes all the tasks associated with year round operation of
City streets, sidewalks, street lighting, traffic signals, traffic signs, retaining walls, boulevard
tree trimming or removal, and supporting special events.
Street Maintenance Staff:
2015: 8.5
2016: 8.5
2017: 8.5
$854,952
$970,311 $968,424
700,000
800,000
900,000
1,000,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$530,617
56%
Benefits
$226,062
24%
Utilities
$29,900
3%
Supplies
$117,700
12%
Misc.
$64,145
5%
Expenditures
7.1% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
Streets Maintenance is supported by the General Fund.
Functions and Products
Conduct street maintenance (patching, crack sealing, mill and overlay, snow removal
and ice control including sidewalks)
Conduct maintenance and replacement of other assets in the right of way (street
lighting, retaining walls, traffic signals, sidewalks and trails, right of way tree
trimming and removal)
Conduct maintenance and replacement of City parking lots and basketball courts.
Manage contracted retaining wall and miscellaneous concrete repair work.
Perform milling and grading work in annual alley reconstruction project.
Provide emergency response to events in the City or other jurisdictions as
requested.
Keep streets clean to prevent debris and pollution from entering waterways.
Provide support services to other departments, including backup staffing support.
Maintain vehicles and equipment.
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Continue the in‐house mill and overlay effort to address pavement issues where
necessary.
Continue transition of materials handling facility from Bassett Creek Park to the old
PW site.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Contractual Services $1,960
increase
GPS has been installed on nearly all the snow removal
equipment. Most of this increase reflects the yearly
charge for the web‐based software and support for
the GPS units. The remaining portion of the increase is
for the monthly charges from Hennepin County for
the 800mhz radios used by Public Works.
Rentals Machine &
Equip
$3,500
increase
Rental of the mill for in‐house mill and overlay work to
address asphalt issues. Rental of other equipment for
various other needs throughout the year.
Various Various With the new Public Works facility operations, some
of the line items related to building maintenance and
operations have been moved to the City Buildings
budget. Other line items have changed (for example
motor fuel, insurance, etc.) due to operational cost
changes.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
PARK MAINTENANCE
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Park Maintenance Department maintains approximately 250 acres of city property,
made up of twenty‐seven parks plus the City Hall, Community Center, two fire stations, and
Public Works complexes. Maintenance includes routine turf maintenance as well as
maintenance of playgrounds, park buildings, trash receptacles, irrigation systems, turf
management, and related tasks.
Park Maintenance Staff:
2015: 7.0
2016: 7.25
Proposed 2017: 7.25
$736,415
$795,059
$823,360
650,000
700,000
750,000
800,000
850,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$402,553
49%
Benefits
$167,307
20%
Utilities
$68,800
8%
Supplies
$99,000
12%
Misc.
$85,700
11%
Expenditures
6% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
Parks Maintenance is supported by the General Fund.
Functions and Products
Maintain parks that are welcoming and enjoyable to residents of all ages and
abilities and serve as gathering locations for neighbors.
Support Recreation Department’s programming by setting up and transitioning
between the different activities at the parks.
Respond to resident concerns about tree issues (dead or diseased or significantly
damaged).
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Focused improvements at parks to address deferred maintenance issues.
Continue work with Recreation Department and Park Commission and ongoing
evaluation of existing park facilities, making necessary adjustments, so the needs of
the community and the constraints of the budget are balanced
Support the development of a long term, system‐wide park plan
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Contractual Services $6,000
increase
Cover cost increases and improved service delivery of
contracted services such as the mowing of the
Highway 81 corridor, weed control in parks, and other
specialized services.
Landscape Mat'ls &
Supplies
$5,000
increase
This amount used to be in the PIR annually for various
plant materials for parks. Since it is more of an
operating expense, it was moved from the PIR to the
General Fund.
Street Maintenance
Materials
$4,000
increase
This amount used to be in the PIR annually for
basketball court repairs. Since it is more of an
operating expense, it was moved from the PIR to the
General Fund.
Various Various Various line items have changed (for example motor
fuel, insurance, 800mhz radio charges, etc.) due to
operational cost changes.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
FORESTRY
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Forestry Department provides the funding allocation for the management of the tree
population in the City. Primary staffing for forestry‐related issues, questions, or projects is
through Park Maintenance staff.
Forestry Staff:
2015: 1.49
2016: 0.3
2017: 0.3
Funding Sources
The Forestry Department is funded by the General Fund. Some revenue is generated
through administrative fines associated with some City Code violations.
Functions and Products
Handled primarily by Park Maintenance staff.
Responds to resident and co‐worker complaints and inquiries and reviewing landscape
plans.
Coordinates tree pruning, tree removing, stump grinding, lawn maintenance, and tree
planting contracts.
Quantifies and evaluates City‐owned trees and other natural resources and maintains the
GIS inventory.
Plant trees in City parks and to replace removed trees in the right of way due to disease,
being dead, or being significantly damaged. Replaced trees in the right of way will be
planted on the adjoining private property with the consent of the property owner.
Proactively remove ash trees as part of the emerald ash borer management program.
Continue diseased tree management through thorough inspections, enforcement, and
follow up. Specific diseases include Dutch Elm, Oak Wilt, and Emerald Ash Borer diseases.
$158,885
$56,100 $74,100
0
100,000
200,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
.5% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Work with City Council on revisions related to tree and vegetation provisions.
Streamline Department operations and processes.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Landscape Mat'ls &
Supplies
$18,000
increase
This amount used to be in the PIR annually for tree
planting in parks, right of way, and other City
properties. Since it is more of an operating expense, it
was moved from the PIR to the General Fund.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
CITY BUILDINGS
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The City Buildings Department manages major items for all City Buildings, including short‐
term routine maintenance work, utilities (gas, electric, plumbing), building cleaning, and
long term building maintenance such as roofs, exteriors, and heating/ventilating.
City Buildings Staff:
2015: 0.5
2016: 0.5
2017: 0.5
$212,067 $172,077 $190,094
0
100,000
200,000
300,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$20,440
11%Benefits
$15,407
8%
Utilities
$58,000
30%
Maintenance
$58,500
31%
Misc.
$37,747
20%
Expenditures
1.4% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
City Buildings is supported by the General Fund.
Functions and Products
Provide daily cleaning services and routine light maintenance.
Provide for repair and maintenance of building HVAC, lighting, plumbing, landscape,
parking lot, and other building operating equipment.
Provide for long term replacement of building HVAC, roof, parking, plumbing,
lighting and other related components.
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Improve building efficiency and equipment operation through needed equipment
maintenance, upgrades, and replacement.
Replacement of the pool building roof, concession exhaust fan, replace and paint
the pool roof flashing.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Discussion
Building Repair and
Maintenance Services
$3,500
increase
With the new Public Works facility operations, this
change is just a reallocation from Street Maintenance
to City buildings budget.
Build Repair/
Maintenance Supplies
$3,250
increase
$2,500 of this increase is just a reallocation from
Street Maintenance to City buildings budget.
Service Contracts $3,000
increase
Many systems in City Hall are under contract for
routine maintenance, monitoring, and service calls.
Based on prior year expenditures, this line item was
increased to accurately reflect actual expenses and
building needs.
Various Various Various line items have changed (insurance, utility
charges) due to operational cost changes.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
RECREATION
2017 BUDGET
RECREATION | COMMUNITY CENTER | WATERSLIDE/POOL
Recreation Staff:
2015: 17.65
2016: 18.085
2017: 18.085
$1,404,942 $1,404,942
$1,460,837
1,350,000
1,400,000
1,450,000
1,500,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Recreation
$771,081
53%
Community
Center
$425,353
29%
Waterslide/Pool
$264,403
18%
Expenditures
10.7% of $13,631,715 City Budget
RECREATION
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Recreation Department provides quality opportunities for involvement in a wide range
of active and passive recreational pursuits for all ages and abilities.
Recreation Staff:
2015: 6.875
2016: 7.025
2017: 7.025
$731,737 $740,064
$771,081
700,000
750,000
800,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$427,148
56%
Benefits
$162,328
21%
Contractual
Services
$110,305
14%
Supplies
$31,530
4%
Misc.
$39,770
5%
Expenditures
5.7% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
The Recreation Department is funded by the General Fund and revenue generated by
recreation programming fees.
General Fund revenue generated by Recreation Programming
2015 2016 2017
Recreation programming fees $196,404 $221,280 $224,250
Functions and Products
Many recreation programs for youth, adults and senior citizens
Cooperative programs with other cities and agencies.
Use of city‐owned and school district owned facilities.
Recreation brochure is published four times per year with the city newsletter.
2015 Registrations 2014Registrations
Pre‐school Activities 1501 1598
Youth Sports 534 548
Other Youth Activities 472 717
Teens 181 857
Adult Sports 216 Teams 212 Teams
Other Adult Activities 463 342
Senior Center Membership 252 (year average) 301 (year average)
Other Senior Activities 603 531
Senior Special Events 4041 4620
Warming House 2414 3681
Community Events 4510+ 5316+
Planning and operation of recreation facilities
o Use of 28 city parks and facilities.
2015 – 201 facility use permits issued
2014 – 218 facility use permits issued
o Operate the Crystal Aquatic Center.
o Operate the Crystal Community Center
The Department works closely with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission,
holding 5 neighborhood meetings each year as well as other community meetings as
needed on park issues.
o 2016 schedule: North Lions, Becker, Lee, Hagemeister Pond, Bassett
Creek Parks.
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Refine Recreation Department Long Range Planning Document and develop
corresponding budget and phasing for Commission and Council.
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Provide a high quality customer service experience for our residents with an
emphasis on being progressive and user‐friendly.
Increase the Recreation Department’s exposure by utilizing new marketing tools.
Provide staff support for City Council initiatives.
Continue training and improvement of the new RecTrac software for registration
and facility reservations. Implement League scheduling and membership modules.
Develop customer satisfaction surveys for recreation programs to assess our level of
quality service.
Budget Highlights
Line
Item/Description
Amount Change Discussion
6305 Contractual
Services
70,550 4,550 Increase in ASL and adapted services for
integrated recreation programs
6306 Joint
Recreation
Programs
20,800 2,300 Increased number of program offerings
through the consortium
6320 LOGIS 18,995 1,555 Fee determine by LOGIS for RecTrac modules
6470 Service
Contracts
1,000 ‐500 Risograph – no longer needed
6490 Office
Equipment
2,400 ‐2,100 Risograph – no longer needed
6655 Newsletters –
Printing
1000 600 Senior newsletter will be printed in color and
better typeface for easier reading
6820 Training and
Travel
3500 650 Continuing education for staff
Training and Travel 3,500 +1500 Staff training opportunities to develop
programs to meet trends/needs including
MRPA Conference
Dues and
Subscriptions
4,725 +675 Additional cost additional memberships for
the professional staff in MAGC as well as
marketing outreach opportunities using
social media (Constant Contact, etc)
COMMUNITY CENTER
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Recreation Department manages general operation of the Crystal Community Center
(CCC) facility and Forest gym space including: scheduling recreation activities, community
groups and other renters; processing payments and deposits; and working with the public
works department on building maintenance.
Community Center Staff:
2015: 4.45
2016: 4.7
2017: 4.7
$357,482
$410,900 $425,353
300,000
350,000
400,000
450,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$215,798
51%Benefits
$69,431
16%
Utilities
$75,700
18%
Maintenance
$29,700
7%
Misc.
$34,724
8%
Expenditures
3.1% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
The Community Center is funded by the General Fund and revenue generated by facility
rentals.
General Fund revenue generated by the Community Center
2015 2016 2017
Facility rentals $94,585 $100,750 $101,300
Functions and Products
Provide CCC/Forest School facility for rental space and recreation programs
2013 2014 2015
CCC – Rental Permits 316 343
CCC – Recreation Program Permits 293 287
Forest – Rental Permits 29 23
Forest – School Use Permits 28 14
Forest – Recreation Program Permits 17 22
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Provide a well‐maintained facility for community and rental users.
Continue the community‐school concept at the Forest Community Gyms providing
recreation programs in partnership with the school and the community.
Continue providing supervision of the Forest facility during programming and rental
hours.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Change Discussion
6305 Contractual
Services
6,500 3,500 Refinishing all wood floors
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
WATERSLIDE/POOL
PROFILE AND BUDGET SUMMARY
The Recreation Department manages the operation of the Crystal Municipal Pool facility
including: planning swimming lessons; hiring and training seasonal staff; operating a
concession stand; and working with the public works department to maintain the pool.
Waterslide/Pool Staff:
2015: 6.36
2016: 6.36
2017: 6.36
$237,119
$253,978
$264,403
220,000
240,000
260,000
280,000
2015 2016 2017
Yearly Expenditures
Wages
$141,200
54%
Benefits
$18,719
7%
Utilities
$42,400
16%
Supplies
$38,000
14%
Misc.
$24,084
9%
Expenditures
2% of $13,631,715 City Budget
Funding Sources
The pool and waterslide are funded by the General Fund and revenue generated by swim
lessons, pool admissions and concession sales.
General Fund revenue generated by the Waterslide/pool
2015 2016 2017
Pool – admissions and rentals $144.347 $139,600 $145,100
Swimming lessons $ 24,711 $ 28,400 $28,400
Concession sales $23,694 $17,000 $25,000
Attendance and Usage
2015 Attendance ‐ 30,517
2014 Attendance – 28,042
Swim lessons
2016 ‐ 504 swim lesson registrations
2015 ‐ 499 swim lesson registrations
2014 – 480 swim lesson registrations
2013 – 473 swim lesson registrations
Support implementation of a new version of the utility billing system.
Provide a 10 week swimming season – due to the school calendars, 2016 will be a 10
week season.
Maintain joint season ticket program with New Hope
Continue reciprocity program with Robbinsdale regarding swim lessons and gym
memberships.
Budget Highlights
Line Item/Description Amount Change Discussion
6050 Salaries PT
Employees
144,000 8,500 Salary adjustment for lifeguards and
WSI’s to be more competitive in the
market.
6225 Credit Cards 1,600 600 Increase due to use at admissions and
concessions
6520 Commodities for
Resale
12,000 3,500 Increased product for concessions –
revenue has been increased to reflect
this increased expenditure
6690 Advertising 2,300 300 Utilize more media for advertising –
continue contract with Univision
2017 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES