2017.02.21 Council Meeting Packet
Posted: Feb. 17, 2017
City Council Meeting Schedule
Feb. 21, 2017
Time Type of meeting Location
6 p.m. Citizen Input Time Conference Room A
6:20 p.m.
Council work session to discuss:
• DeCola/Winnetka and Medicine Lake
Road flooding and mitigation projects
• Constituent issues update
• City manager monthly check-in
• New business
• Announcements
Conference Room A
7 p.m. City Council meeting Council Chambers
Following the
City Council
meeting
Second Council work session to discuss:
• Blue Line Extension Advisory Committee
Appointments
• Bass Lake Road streetscape project status
update
Conference Room A
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
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Posted: Feb. 17, 2017
City Council
First Work Session Agenda
Feb. 21, 2017
6:20 p.m.
Conference Room A
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City
Charter, the first work session of the Crystal City Council was held at ______ p.m. on
Feb. 21, 2017 in Conference Room A at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Deshler ____ Norris
____ Kolb ____ Therres
____ LaRoche ____ Ray
____ Parsons ____ Revering
____ Adams ____ Gilchrist
____ Budziszewski ____ Serres
____ Dahl
II. Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1. DeCola/Winnetka and Medicine Lake Road flooding and mitigation projects
2. Constituent issues update
3. City manager monthly check-in
4. New business*
5. Announcements*
* 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
CITY MANAGER WORK PLAN
MONTHLY CHECK IN – FEBRUARY 2017
Goals:
- Operational planning to be sure staff work plans achieve Council
priorities
o Monthly check in with Council
o Constituent Issues – prompt response and resolution – on-going (1
outstanding issue on hold until spring 2017)
o Updated city manager goals and City Council goals reviewed 1/12/17
- Advocacy on Council policies
o Include staff recommendations on staff reports
- Budget Financial Management – continue work towards fiscally sound
and stable financial policies and practices
o Long term financial planning:
Pool bonds called
Last phase of street and alley reconstruction using special
assessments
Debt service funds closed out and reallocated 2/7/17
o 2017 budget approved
- Strategic leadership for achievement of Council goals
o Thriving Business Climate
City Code Review Task Force has completed its review; staff
now doing internal review for presentation of proposed changes
to City Council (Chapter 6 reviewed 1/3/17)
EDA created working group for opportunity areas – group met
1/22; Council/EDA prioritized identified action items 2/9/17
o Create Strong Neighborhoods
Community Outreach Task Force established and members
appointed – Crystal Ball (3/18) planning in progress
Bassett Creek regional bike trail in progress
Master park planning underway with consultant – focus groups
2/15-17, open house scheduled 3/14
Railroad Quiet Zones –Council hired consultant to proceed with
quiet zones
Phase 16 street reconstruction and last phase of alley
reconstruction underway
o Fiscally sound and stable policies and procedures – see above
City Council Meeting Agenda
Feb. 21, 2017
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
The city manager’s comments are bolded.
1. Call to Order, Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Approval of Agenda
The Council will consider approval of the agenda.*
3. Appearances
Chief Revering will recognize Mr. Brice Skarnes and Ms. Cortney Hagedon with Farmers
Insurance for their generous donations.*
4. Consent Agenda
The Council will consider the following items, which are routine and non-controversial
in nature, in a single motion:
4.1 Approval of the minutes from the following meetings:
a. The regular City Council meeting on Feb. 7, 2017.
b. The regular City Council work sessions on Feb. 7, 2017.
c. The regular City Council work session on Feb. 9, 2017.
4.2 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the city clerk.
4.3 Approval of a resolution accepting the following donations:
a. $100 from Jeff Kolb for the Crystal Ball.
b. $132.07 from various donation boxes for Crystal K-9 Unit.
5. Open Forum
(The City Council appreciates hearing from citizens about items of concern and desires
to set aside time during each meeting for Open Forum. To provide ample opportunity
for all, speaking time is limited to three minutes and topic discussion is limited to ten
minutes. The Mayor may, as presiding officer, extend the total time allowed for a topic.
By rule, no action may be taken on any item brought before the Council during Open Forum.
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The Council may place items discussed during Open Forum onto subsequent council meeting
agendas.)
6. Regular Agenda
6.1 The Council will consider approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by
the finance department to the city council, a list that is on file in the office of the
finance department.
Recommend approval of disbursements over $25,000.
6.2 The Council will consider civil penalties relating to a tobacco license violation at Dark
Horse Vapors, Inc. d/b/a Dark Horse Vapors located at 5522 West Broadway.
As discussed at the last work session, Dark Horse Vapors failed a compliance check
last year. The Council should hear comments from the owner, including any
admission of guilt (the employee was found guilty of selling to a minor according to
court records.) Recommend approval of a civil penalty of at least a $75 fine and one
day license suspension.
6.3 The Council will consider a resolution for a conditional use permit for Cornerstone
Church at 5000 West Broadway.
Cornerstone Church is moving from its current location at 3420 Nevada and is
requesting a conditional use permit to move to 5000 West Broadway, currently
occupied by a bowling alley and lounge. This property is zoned C-2, General
Commercial, and churches are a conditional use. The Planning Commission held a
public hearing on this application at its February 13 meeting and unanimously
recommended approval of the conditional use permit, contingent upon the
conditions outlined in the staff report.
6.4 The Council will consider first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 3 of the City
Code.
As discussed at the last work session, proposed amendments to Chapter 3 address a
process for reasonable accommodations when requested based on disability, and
several minor corrections related to commissions, task forces and their membership.
Recommend approval of the first reading of the ordinance making these changes to
Chapter 3 of the City Code.
6.5 The Council will consider a resolution approving Police Equipment Revolving Fund
(PERF) purchase for body cameras and related necessary equipment.
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Feb. 21, 2017
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The 2017 Police capital budget (PERF) includes funds for purchasing body cameras
and related equipment sufficient to conduct a pilot roll out of body cameras.
Recommend approval of the resolution approving this capital purchase.
6.6 The Council will consider a resolution amending the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) for
West Metro Fire-Rescue District (WMFRD).
At its last meetings, the West Metro Fire-Rescue District (WMFRD) Board has
discussed and recommends amending the WMFRD joint powers agreement (JPA) to
amend the WMFRD’s calendar regarding budget, and subsequent actions by both
the Crystal and New Hope city Councils. The Board also recommends amending the
JPA to address electronic payments. Recommend approval of the resolution
authorizing amending the JPA.
7. Announcements
a. The next city council meeting is March 7 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
b. The council will hold a work session on March 9 at 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room A at City
Hall.
c. The Light of Crystal’s 4th Annual Bowling Tourney and Concert is Saturday, March 11, at
6:30 p.m. at Doyle’s Bowl.
d. An open house for the Crystal Parks Master Plan is scheduled for Tuesday, March 14, at
the Crystal Community Center, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
e. Crystal Business Association meets March 15 at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall in the Community
Room.
f. Crystal Masquerade Ball is Saturday, March 18 from 5 – 11 p.m. at Crystal Community
Center. Tickets are available on line and at the Crystal Community Center.
g. The next Citizen Input Time is March 21 at 6 p.m. in Conference Room A at City Hall.
h. Girl and Boy Scout troops are invited to lead the pledge at City Council meetings. Troops
that are interested may contact city staff for information.
i. City council meetings and work sessions are open to the public. Current and previous
meetings are available for viewing and listening at www.crystalmn.gov
8. Adjournment
9. Feb. 21, 2017 Meeting Schedule
Crystal City Council Meeting Agenda
Feb. 21, 2017
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Time Type of meeting Location
6 p.m. Citizen Input Time Conference Room A
6:20 p.m.
Council work session to discuss:
• DeCola/Winnetka and Medicine Lake
Road flooding and mitigation projects
• Constituent issues update
• City manager monthly check-in
• New business*
• Announcements*
Conference Room A
7 p.m. City Council meeting Council Chambers
Following the
City Council
meeting
Second Council work session to discuss:
• Blue Line Extension Advisory Committee
Appointments
• Bass Lake Road streetscape project status
update*
Conference Room A
* Denotes no supporting information included in the packet.
Have a great weekend – just a reminder that city offices are closed Monday, February 20, in
observance of the Presidents Day holiday. See you at Tuesday’s meeting.
City Council meeting minutes Feb. 7, 2017
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1. Call to Order, Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Crystal City Council was
held on Feb. 7, 2017 at 7:03 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N. in
Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Adams called the meeting to order.
Roll Call
Mayor Adams asked the city clerk to call the roll for elected officials. Upon roll call, the
following attendance was recorded:
Council members present: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent: Dahl.
City staff present: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney T. Gilchrist, Assistant City
Manager/Human Resources Manager K. Therres, Recreation Director J. Elholm, Public Works
Director/City Engineer M. Ray, Police Chief S. Revering, Community Development Director J.
Sutter and City Clerk C. Serres.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Adams led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Approval of Agenda
The Council considered approval of the agenda.
Moved by Council Member Kolb and seconded by Council Member LaRoche to approve the
agenda.
Motion carried.
3. Consent Agenda
The Council considered the following items, which are routine and non-controversial in
nature, in a single motion:
3.1 Approval of the minutes from the following meetings:
a. The regular City Council meeting on Jan. 17, 2017.
b. The regular City Council work session on Jan. 17, 2017.
3.2 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk to the City
Council, a list that is on file in the office of the city clerk.
4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55422-1696
763-531-1000 • Fax: 763-531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
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3.3 Approval of Resolution No. 2017-25, accepting the following donations:
a. $250 from Crystal Business Association for the Crystal Ball.
b. $3,000 from State Cyclocross Race for Crystal Recreation Department.
c. $10,000 from VFW Post 494 for Crystal Frolics.
a. $1,000 from Walmart for Crystal Police Reserve program.
3.4 Adoption of Parks and Recreation Commission bylaws.
3.5 Approval of Resolution No. 2017-26, closing debt service funds.
Moved by Council Member Parsons and seconded by Council Member Kolb to approve the
consent agenda.
Motion carried.
4. Open Forum
The following persons addressed the Council:
John Budziszewski, 5308 47th Ave. N., in regards to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and
Black History Month.
Pastor J. B. Williams from Fool Proof Ministry in regards to the church’s programs.
5. Public Hearings
5.1 The Mayor announced the purpose of the public hearing:
To receive comment and consider a resolution ordering the preparation of plans and
specifications for the 2017 Alley Reconstruction Project.
Public Works Director/City Engineer M. Ray addressed the Council.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to
appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Adams declared the public hearing
closed.
Moved by Council Member Deshler and seconded by Council Member Parsons to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2017 – 27
ORDERING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR
ALLEY RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT #2017-07
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Voting aye: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent, not voting: Dahl.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5.2 The Mayor announced the purpose of the public hearing:
To receive comment and consider a resolution allocating Community Development Block
Grant funds.
Community Development Director J. Sutter addressed the Council.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to
appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Adams declared the public hearing
closed.
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member LaRoche to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2017 – 28
APPROVING PROPOSED USE OF 2017 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS
AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT
WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS
Voting aye: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent, not voting: Dahl.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6. Regular Agenda
6.1 The Council considered approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by the finance
department to the City Council, a list that is on file in the office of the finance
department.
Moved by Council Member LaRoche and seconded by Council Member Parsons to
approve the list of disbursements over $25,000.
Voting aye: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent, not voting: Dahl.
Motion carried.
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6.2 The Council considered a resolution authorizing the professional services agreement with
Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. (SEH) for the Phase 16 deep sanitary sewer design.
Public Works Director/City Engineer M. Ray addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Deshler and seconded by Council Member Parsons to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2017 – 29
AWARDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR
PHASE 16 DEEP SANITARY SEWER RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT # 2016-16
Voting aye: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent, not voting: Dahl.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6.3 The Council considered a resolution accepting the plans and specifications for the Phase
16 Street Reconstruction Project.
Public Works Director/City Engineer M. Ray addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Parsons and seconded by Council Member Budziszewski to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2017 – 30
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
PHASE 16 SKYWAY PARK STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT #2016-16
Voting aye: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent, not voting: Dahl.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6.4 The Council considered a resolution ordering the advertisement for bids for the Phase 16
Street Reconstruction Project.
Public Works Director/City Engineer M. Ray addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Deshler and seconded by Council Member LaRoche to adopt
the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous consent:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2017 – 31
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
PHASE 16 SKYWAY PARK STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT #2016-16
Voting aye: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent, not voting: Dahl.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6.5 The Council considered a resolution approving the purchase of replacement pool railings
for the Crystal Cove Pool.
Public Works Director/City Engineer M. Ray addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member LaRoche to
adopt the following resolution, the reading of which was dispensed with by unanimous
consent:
RESOLUTION NO. 2017 – 32
APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A
POOL RAILING REPLACEMENT MATERIALS
Voting aye: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent, not voting: Dahl.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
7. Announcements
The Council made several announcements about upcoming events.
8. Adjournment
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Deshler to
adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:54 p.m.
____________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________________
Chrissy Serres, City Clerk
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City Council first work session minutes Feb. 7, 2017
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter,
the first work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:46 p.m. on Feb. 7, 2017 in
Conference Room A at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Adams called the
meeting to order.
I. Attendance
The city clerk recorded the attendance for City Council members and staff:
Council members present: Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
Absent: Dahl.
City staff present: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/Human Resources Manager
K. Therres, West Metro Fire-Rescue District Chief S. Larson, Police Chief S. Revering,
Recreation Director J. Elholm, City Attorney T. Gilchrist and City Clerk C. Serres.
II. Agenda
The Council and staff discussed the following agenda item:
1. West Metro Fire-Rescue District Chief update
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
________________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
________
Chrissy Serres
City Clerk
4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55422-1696
763-531-1000 • Fax: 763-531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
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City Council second work session minutes Feb. 7, 2017
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter,
the second work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 7:58 p.m. on Feb. 7, 2017 in
Conference Room A at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Adams called the
meeting to order.
I. Attendance
The city clerk recorded the attendance for City Council members and staff:
Council members present: Dahl, Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
City staff present: City Manager A. Norris, City Attorney T. Gilchrist, Assistant City
Manager/Human Resources Manager K. Therres, West Metro Fire-Rescue District Chief S.
Larson, Police Chief S. Revering, Community Development Director J. Sutter, Recreation
Director J. Elholm and City Clerk C. Serres.
II. Agenda
The Council and staff discussed the following agenda items:
1. Tobacco license violation
2. Changes to chapters 3 and 6 of the City Code
3. Liquor license for Milton’s – Crystal Ball
4. Constituent issues update
5. New business
6. Announcements
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at 9:43 p.m.
________________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Chrissy Serres
City Clerk
4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55422-1696
763-531-1000 • Fax: 763-531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
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City Council work session minutes Feb. 9, 2017
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter,
the work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 6:32 p.m. on Feb. 9, 2017 in Conference
Room A at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota. Mayor Adams called the meeting to
order.
I. Attendance
The city clerk recorded the attendance for City Council members and staff:
Council members present: Dahl, Deshler, Kolb, LaRoche, Parsons, Adams and Budziszewski.
City staff present: City Manager A. Norris, Assistant City Manager/Human Resources Manager
K. Therres, Police Chief S. Revering, Police Support Services Manager M. Haga, Community
Development Director J. Sutter and West Metro Fire-Rescue District Chief S. Larson.
II. Agenda
The Council and staff discussed the following agenda items:
1. Overview of body camera pilot implementation
2. Follow up to Economic Development Authority work group – opportunity area discussion
3. Proposed changes to West Metro Fire-Rescue District Joint Powers Agreement
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
________________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kimberly Therres
Assistant City Manager
4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55422-1696
763-531-1000 • Fax: 763-531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
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City of Crystal Council Meeting
February 21, 2017
Applications for City License
Rental – New
5015 Angeline Ave N – Clifford J Benson (Conditional)
4337 Colorado Ave N – Stephanie LaFave (Conditional)
3532 Major Ave N – Juniper Land Trust LLC (Conditional)
Rental – Renewal
4009 Adair Ave N – Jawad Behsudi
5720 Adair Ave N -- IH3 Property Minnesota LP (Conditional)
5127 Edgewood Ave N – David and Irene Moore (Conditional)
5213 Jersey Ave N – RHA3 LLC
5236 Jersey Ave N – Gary Stendahl (Conditional)
6034 Jersey Ave N – JMW Investments (Conditional)
6300 Lombardy La – Duane Baltus
5704 Orchard Ave N – Andrew and Lillian Moris
5816 Orchard Ave N – IH3 Property Minnesota LP (Conditional)
3432 Regent Ave N – Bin Wing (Conditional)
3540 Regent Ave N – Larry Brockel (Conditional)
3347 Utah Ave N – IH2 Property Illinois LP
5519 Vera Cruz Ave N – Anthony Otto
4950 Welcome Ave N – Home Sweet Homes LLC (Conditional)
5762 West Broadway – A M Conter and P Dahle (Conditional)
4712 Zane Ave N – Charles P Amos
6901 36th Ave N – Donna Stangler
6418 46th Ave N – Ryan Casey
5024 51st Ave N – Claudette Shafer (Conditional)
5016 52nd Ave N – Iasis II LLC (Conditional)
4925 56th Pl N – Igor Grad (Conditional)
Tree Trimmer
Rainbow Tree Company 11571 K-Tel Dr Minnetonka, MN 55343
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
RESOLUTION NO. 2017 -
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATIONS FROM
JEFF KOLB AND VARIOUS INDIVIDUALS
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute §465.03 requires that all gifts and donations of real or personal
property be accepted only with the adoption of a resolution; and
WHEREAS, said donations must be accepted by a resolution adopted by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Crystal to accept the
following donations:
Donor Purpose Amount
Jeff Kolb Crystal Ball $100
Various individuals Crystal Police K-9 Unit $132.07
And BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Crystal City Council sincerely thanks the above-named
for their generous donations.
Dated: February 21, 2017
By: __________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Chrissy Serres, City Clerk
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___________________________________________________________________
FROM: Chrissy Serres, City Clerk
___________________________________________________________________
DATE: February 15, 2017
TO: Mayor and City Council
City Manager Anne Norris
CC: Police Chief Stephanie Revering
City Attorney Troy Gilchrist
RE: Consider civil penalties for a tobacco license violation at Dark Horse Vapors,
5522 West Broadway
1. Background
The city licenses and regulates the retail sale of tobacco, tobacco-related devices and
electronic nicotine delivery devices as defined in state statutes. As per state law and city
ordinance, the police department conducts unannounced compliance checks at licensed
establishments at least once a year.
In the event a business fails a compliance check, state law and City Code include
administrative penalties for retail tobacco license violations. The administrative penalties
for each are as follows:
Tobacco License Administrative Penalties
First Violation
Second violation
within 24 months
after the first
violation
Third violation
within 24
months after
the first
violation
Fourth violation
within 36 months
after the first
violation:
State law
(M.S.
461.12)
$75 $200
$250 plus a
license
suspension for
not less than
seven days
Not defined in state
statute
City Code
(Sec.
1137.11)
A civil fine up
to $750 and
license
suspension for
a period up to
one day
A civil fine up to
$1,500 and license
suspension for a
period up to five
days
A civil fine up to
$2,000 and
license
suspension for
a period up to
10 days
Revocation of
license
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Regular Agenda: Feb. 21, 2017 Council Meeting
Consideration of civil penalties for tobacco license violation
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2. Findings of Fact
a) On Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016, Crystal Police Department conducted a tobacco license
compliance check at Dark Horse Vapors located at 5522 West Broadway.
b) According to a Crystal Police Department Incident Report, an employee of Dark Horse
Vapors sold an electronic nicotine delivery device product to an underage person during
the compliance check.
c) According to court records, on Dec. 23, 2016, the same employee pled guilty to selling
an electronic nicotine delivery device product to a person under the age of 18 years old.
d) By certified and regular mail, Dark Horse Vapors, Inc. d/b/a Dark Horse Vapors received
proper notice from the City regarding the Feb. 21, 2017 City Council meeting and
opportunity for a hearing to consider civil penalties for the above tobacco license
violation.
e) Dark Horse Vapors, Inc. d/b/a Dark Horse Vapors held a valid city-issued tobacco license
in 2016 and is currently licensed for 2017.
f) No prior tobacco license violations exist for Dark Horse Vapors. Therefore, the violation
is deemed a first violation per state law and City Code.
3. Requested Council Action
Staff recommends Dark Horse Vapors, Inc. d/b/a Dark Horse Vapors receive a one-day
license suspension and civil fine of at least $75 with the city clerk determining the date of
the suspension and payment of the fine.
Attachments:
A. Notice of Tobacco License Violation
Upon request, application documents are available for review in the city clerk’s office.
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_____________________________________________________________________
FROM: Dan Olson, City Planner
DATE: February 16, 2017
TO: Anne Norris, City Manager (for February 21 meeting)
SUBJECT: Consider adoption of a resolution approving a conditional use permit
for Cornerstone Church to locate at 5000 West Broadway Avenue
(currently Doyle’s Bowling and Lounge)
A. BACKGROUND
Cornerstone Church is proposing a conditional use permit (CUP) so the church may
locate at 5000 West Broadway Avenue (currentl y Doyle’s Bowling and Lounge). The
property is zoned General Commercial (C-2) and churches are a conditional use within
that district. Notice of the February 13 public hearing was published in the Sun Post on
February 2 and mailed to owners within 350 feet (see attachment B). No comments
have been received to date.
Attachments:
A. Site location map
B. Map showing public hearing notification area
C. Zoning map
D. 2030 Land Use map from Comprehensive Plan
E. Photos of existing property
F. Project narrative
G. Resolution
B. PROPOSED CONDITIONAL USE
Property History
The existing 28,400 square foot building was constructed in 1976 as a 32-lane bowling
alley and lounge on the 2.8 acre property. The following are the existing zoning districts
and land uses surrounding this property:
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Conditional Use Permit for
Cornerstone Church
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North: The property is zoned Light Industrial (I-1) – location of Crystal
Collision Center/Car Wash Center
East – BNSF rail tracks and proposed future location of the Blue Line
extension of the light rail line; east of the rail line are properties zoned I-1
(Fun Services rental) and single family residential (R-1).
West – Property is zoned C-2 (city public works facility)
South – Property is zoned C-2 (vacant building)
Comprehensive Plan
According to the Comprehensive Plan, the 2030 planned land use for this property is
designated as General Commercial. The existing and proposed use of this property is
consistent with this designation.
Proposed Use
Cornerstone Church is currently located at 3420 Nevada Avenue North in Crystal.
Beacon Academy, a charter school, purchased that property from Cornerstone in 2016.
Since Beacon proposes to open in fall 2017, Cornerstone is proposing to purchase
Doyle’s for their new location. The applicant states that there are approximately 250
adults and 125 children attending two Sunday services. Currently the church has five full
time and five part time employees.
The existing building will be re-used for the church. The proposed church use includes
interior renovation of the building to create a 4,000 SF sanctuary and seven classrooms.
Detailed floor plans will be submitted to the city for a building permit if the CUP is
approved by the City Council.
City code section 515.49, subd. 4 (b) requires specific criteria under which a church use
may be approved in the C-2 district. The following are these criteria, followed by staff
findings:
1) The City Council finds that there is adequate off-street parking to
accommodate the use.
Findings: According to current zoning code requirements for
churches, 195 parking spaces are required based on a sanctuary
size of 4,000 SF. In 1976 a variance was approved by the City
Council to reduce the required number of spaces from 220 to 206.
A recent count of the parking lot determined that there are 209
spaces on the site. Although adequate on-site parking is
provided, staff recommends a condition that the church add
additional parking or take other steps to mitigate the parking
demand if the parking needs become greater than the number of
existing parking spaces.
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Since the parking lot is in a deteriorating condition, staff
recommends that the applicant be required to repair the lot and
bring it to a serviceable condition. As part of the re-striping of the
lot, the applicant will provide seven handicapped spaces as
required by the State Building Code.
2) The facility is served by arterial, collector, or municipal state aid streets
and such pedestrian facilities as are necessary to accommodate the
traffic generated by such facility.
Findings: Both West Broadway Avenue and Corvallis Avenue North
are classified as collector streets in the city’s comprehensive plan.
Corvallis is also classified as a municipal state aid street. The
City’s Public Works Director and the West Metro Fire Rescue
District have reviewed this proposal and found it adequate to
continue meeting vehicle movement within the site, including fire
trucks. There are public sidewalks along both Corvallis and West
Broadway.
3) The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of
Subsection 515.05, Subdivision 3 a) and Section 520 are considered
and satisfactorily met.
Findings: 1) The 2030 Comprehensive Plan land use designation for
this property is “General Commercial”. The existing and proposed
use is consistent with this designation; 2) The property and
existing building are designed for a non-residential use appropriate
for this area, which is characterized mostly by commercial uses,
and the use will continue to exhibit these characteristics; 3) The
property has had a non-residential use for many years, and this
use will continue with Cornerstone’s use of the property.
Since the applicant is not proposing to make any alterations to the
building footprint and is only repairing the parking lot, the
requirements of Section 520 of the Zoning Code, Site and Building
Plan Review, are not applicable to this application.
Other Site Plan Elements
The following is a description of other site plan elements:
1) Screening. The existing dumpsters are screened from view by an
enclosure that is inconspicuously located. Metro Transit, operator of
the Blue Line light rail line that is proposed just east of the property
line, has indicated that the enclosure may need to be relocated if it
encroaches in rail right-of-way. Staff recommends a condition of
approval of the CUP that Cornerstone will work with Blue Line staff to
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similarly relocate the enclosure that will not result in the loss of
parking spaces in conformance with city code.
2) Stormwater management. Since the applicant is not adding
additional impervious surface to the property, a stormwater
management plan is not required.
3) Landscaping. Since the applicant is not requesting Site and Building
Plan Review, the applicant is not required to add additional
landscaping.
4) Exterior lighting. The applicant is not proposing to add exterior
lighting to the property.
5) Signs. There is an existing freestanding sign on the property, which
the applicant may re-use once an approved sign permit is issued.
New wall signs may also be added with an approved permit.
C. REQUESTED ACTION
At its meeting on February 13, 2017, the Planning Commission recommended approval
of the CUP for Cornerstone Church by a vote of eight to zero (one member absent),
subject to the following conditions of approval:
1. When the applicant submits a building permit application for the interior
remodeling of the building, the applicant shall also submit a plan to repave
the parking lot and maintain it in a serviceable condition. The parking lot
shall be restriped according to the parking space and drive aisle
dimensional requirements in city code.
2. If Metro Transit requires the dumpster enclosure to be relocated due to
the construction of the light rail line, the applicant shall work with Blue Line
staff to similarly relocate the enclosure that will not result in the loss of
parking spaces in conformance with city code.
3. If Cornerstone’s use of the property expands so that parking demands
exceed the number of available spaces, the applicant shall add additional
parking or take other steps to mitigate the parking demand.
4. This Conditional Use Permit shall not be transferable to a user other than
Cornerstone Church.
City Council motion is requested to approve the proposed resolution (Attachment G)
which approves the CUP for Cornerstone Church
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Attachment G
CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-________
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
CORNERSTONE CHURCH
WHEREAS, Cornerstone Church (“Applicant”) submitted an application to the City of
Crystal (“City”) for a conditional use permit to allow the church to locate at 5000 West
Broadway Avenue in Crystal, which is legally described in Exhibit A (“Property”); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding the Applicants’
request on February 13, 2017 and voted to forward the application to the City Council with a
recommendation that the requested conditional use permit be approved with certain conditions;
and
WHEREAS, the City Planner’s report dated February 16, 2017 regarding this matter,
which is attached hereto as Exhibit B, is incorporated herein and made part of this conditional
use permit, except that the conditions set out below are controlling; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the conditional use permit as recommended by
the Planning Commission would be in compliance with the applicable rules and regulations of
the Crystal City Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Crystal,
based on the record of this matter and the findings and determinations contained herein, hereby
approves and issues a conditional use permit to allow Cornerstone Church to locate on the
Property subject to compliance with all of the following conditions of approval:
1. Parking Lot Improvements. When the applicant submits a building permit application
for the interior remodeling of the building, the applicant shall also submit a plan to
repave the parking lot and maintain it in a serviceable condition. The parking lot shall be
restriped according to the parking space and drive aisle dimensional requirements in city
code.
2. Dumpster Enclosure. If Metro Transit requires the dumpster enclosure to be relocated
due to the construction of the light rail line, the applicant shall work with Blue Line staff
to similarly relocate the enclosure that will not result in the loss of parking spaces in
conformance with city code.
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3. Parking Demand. If Cornerstone’s use of the property expands so that parking demands
exceed the number of available spaces, the applicant shall add additional parking or take
other steps to mitigate the parking demand.
4. Not Transferable. This Conditional Use Permit shall not be transferable to a user other
than Cornerstone Church.
5. Compliance. This conditional use permit is subject to the applicable requirements of the
City Code, and the Applicant is required to comply with all applicable federal, state, and
local laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances, and is required to obtain such other permits
and permissions as may be required.
6. No Waiver. Failure by the City to take action with respect to any violation of any
condition, covenant or term of this conditional use permit shall not be deemed to be a
waiver of such condition, covenant, or term or any subsequent violation of the same or
any other condition, covenant, or term.
7. Revocation. The violation of any terms or conditions of this conditional use permit
including, but not limited to, any applicable federal, state, or local laws, rules,
regulations, and ordinances, may result in revocation of the conditional use permit. The
Applicant shall be given written notice of any violation and reasonable time, as
determined by the City, to cure the violation before a revocation of the permit will occur.
8. Binding Effect. This conditional use permit, and the conditions placed on it, are binding
on the Applicant, their successors and assigns, shall run with the Property, and shall not
in any way be affected by the subsequent sale, lease, or other change from current
ownership, until the conditional use permit is terminated or revoked as provided herein.
The obligations of the Applicant under this conditional use permit shall also be the
obligations of the current and any subsequent owners of the Property.
9. Acceptance of Conditions. Utilization of the Property for any of the uses allowed by this
conditional use permit shall automatically be deemed acceptance of, and agreement to,
the terms and conditions of this conditional use permit without qualification, reservation,
or exception.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 21st day of February, 2017.
____________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Chrissy Serres, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Legal Description of the Property
Lot 1, Block 1, Lois 6th Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, and situate in Hennepin
County, Minnesota; and
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EXHIBIT B
Planner’s Report
(attached hereto)
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CCCRRRYYYSSSTTTAAALLL PPPOOOLLLIIICCCEEE DDDEEEPPPAAARRRTTTMMMEEENNNTTT
“Service with Compassion and Integrity”
TO: Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Stephanie K. Revering, Chief of Police
CC: Anne Norris, City Manager
DATE: February 15, 2017
SUBJECT: POLICE EQUIPMENT REVOLVING FUND
___________________________________________________________________________
MMEEMMOORRAANNDDUUMM
During the 2017 budget discussions, you were informed of the need to purchase body cameras
and necessary installation equipment for officers to use as a tool for evidentiary purposes,
police accountability, and transparency.
We received a bid from Watchguard Systems which is who we utilize for our in-squad dash
cam video as well.
A short presentation will be given at the February 21, 2017 council meeting and we are
asking for your approval of the resolution to purchase this necessary equipment.
As always, please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2017-
RESOLUTION APPROVING POLICE EQUIPMENT REVOLVING FUND
EXPENDITURE FOR PURCHASE OF 10 BODY CAMERAS AND OTHER
NECESSARY EQUIPEMENT FOR INSTALLATION PURPOSES
WHEREAS, the City Manager's office has received and recommends approval of
said appropriations, and
WHEREAS, the appropriation is included in the 2017 Police Equipment Fund
Budget, and
WHEREAS, the City Council hereby acknowledges:
1. The body cameras will be utilized by Police Officers for recording video
evidence and activity.
2. The most suitable source of funding is the Police Equipment Revolving
Fund.
3. Per the Police Equipment Revolving Fund's Policy, there will be sufficient
accumulated earnings to cover the appropriation without use of fund
principal.
WHEREAS, the City has an independent quote from Watchguard for the purchase
of 10 body cameras and necessary equipment for installation
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CRYSTAL hereby accepts the independent bid quote and appropriates
monies from the Police Equipment Revolving Fund for the purchase of the Watchguard
Body Cameras for Law Enforcement Purposes. Cost to include purchase of the 10 body
cameras at $1,500 a piece as well as necessary installation of accessory equipment not to
exceed $25,000.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 21st day of February 2017.
____________________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Chrissy Serres, City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM #6.6 - CORRECTED
CITY OF CRYSTAL
RESOLUTION #2017 - 36
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
AMENDMENT TO JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
WEST METRO FIRE -RESCUE DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the West Metro Fire -Rescue District (WMFRD) is a joint powers
organization consisting of the City of Crystal, a Minnesota municipal corporation, and the City
of New Hope, a Minnesota municipal corporation, collectively "the Parties."; and
WHEREAS, the WMRFD is governed by its Board of Directors, "the Board"; and
WHEREAS, the Parties entered into a Joint Powers Agreement ("Agreement") for the
West Metro Fire -Rescue District Amendment and Restatement dated April 25, 2011, as
recommended by the Board. That Agreement shall remain in full force and effect, as amended;
and
WHEREAS, the Board recommended and the Parties agree that certain amendments are
needed regarding the WMFRD's annual calendar and meeting schedule and electronic
purchasing and payments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following amendments are necessary
for the WMFRD Joint Powers Agreement, as amended:
Article V, Section 3, is amended by changing the month of June to
July.
2. Article VI, Section 3, of the Agreement is amended to provide as follows:
The Board shall provide in its by-laws procedures for the disbursement of funds.
Disbursement of funds must be consistent with the manner prescribed by law for Plan
B statutory cities.
3. Article VIII, Section 3a. is amended by changing the month of July to August;
Section 3c. is amended by changing August 31 to September 30; and Section 3d. is
amended by changing September 30 to October 31.
4. Article IX of the Agreement is amended by adding Section 4 to provide as follows:
Section 4. The Fire District Chief shall be the chief purchasing agent of the district.
The Chief is authorized to make purchases and contracts not exceeding the amounts
specified in Minn. Stat. § 412.691. Purchases and contracts that exceed the amount
specified in Minn. Stat. § 412.691 shall be made by the board of directors.
AGENDA ITEM #6.6 - CORRECTED
And BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Crystal representatives are hereby
authorized to signed the attached amendment agreement and amended Joint Powers Agreement
for the WMFRD.
Approved this 21" day of February, 2017.
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kim Therres, Assistant City Manager
AGENDA ITEM #6.6 - CORRECTED
AMENDMENT TO JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
WEST METRO FIRE -RESCUE DISTRICT
THIS AMENDMENT is made , 2017 between the City of Crystal, a
Minnesota municipal corporation, and the City of New Hope, a Minnesota municipal
corporation, collectively "the Parties."
Background. The Parties entered into a Joint Powers Agreement ("Agreement")
for the West Metro Fire -Rescue District Amendment and Restatement dated April
25, 2011. That Agreement shall remain in full force and effect, as amended by
this Agreement.
2, Amendment. Article V, Section 3, is amended by changing the month of June to
July.
3. Amendment. Article VI, Section 3, of the Agreement is amended to provide as
follows:
The Board shall provide in its by-laws procedures for the disbursement of funds.
Disbursement of funds must be consistent with the manner prescribed by law for Plan B
statutory cities.
4. Amendment. Article VIII, Section 3a. is amended by changing the month of July
to August; Section 3c. is amended by changing August 31 to September 30; and Section 3d. is
amended by changing September 30 to October 31.
4. Amendment. Article IX of the Agreement is amended by adding Section 4 to
provide as follows:
Section 4. The Fire District Chief shall be the chief purchasing agent of the district. The
Chief is authorized to make purchases and contracts not exceeding the amounts specified
in Minn. Stat. § 412.691. Purchases and contracts that exceed the amount specified in
Minn. Stat. § 412.691 shall be made by the board of directors.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have caused this Amendment to be
executed by their duly authorized officers by authority of their respective governing bodies.
Date: .12017 CITY OF CRYSTAL
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Jim Adams, Mayor
Anne Norris, City Manager
AGENDA ITEM #6.6 - CORRECTED
Date: 52017 CITY OF NEW HOPE
By:
Kathi Hemken, Mayor
Kirk McDonald, City Manager
Posted: Feb. 17, 2017
City Council
Second Work Session Agenda
Feb. 21, 2017
Immediately following the City Council meeting
Conference Room A
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City
Charter, the second work session of the Crystal City Council was held at ______ p.m. on
Feb. 21, 2017 in Conference Room A at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Deshler ____ Norris
____ Kolb ____ Therres
____ LaRoche ____ Revering
____ Parsons ____ Sutter
____ Adams ____ Gilchrist
____ Budziszewski ____ Serres
____ Dahl
II. Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1. Blue Line Extension Advisory Committee Appointments
2. Bass Lake Road streetscape project status update*
* 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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FROM: John Sutter, Community Development Director
_____________________________________________________________________
DATE: February 16, 2017
TO: Anne Norris, City Manager (for February 21 Council work session)
SUBJECT: Appointment process for Blue Line Extension advisory committees
(Business Advisory Committee and Community Advisory Committee)
On April 7, 2015, at the request of Metro Transit, the Council appointed the following
representatives on two advisory committees for the Blue Line Extension project:
Business Advisory Committee: Community Advisory Committee:
- Denny Walsh (commercial property owner) - Gene Bakke (Skyway neighborhood)
- John Slama (Herzing University) - Justin Youngbluth (Forest neighborhood)
Metro Transit has set the appointment term at two years, meaning that these appointments
expire on April 7. For this reason, Metro Transit is requesting that the city appoint
representatives for the next two year term which would coincide with the project going from a
60% level of design to being under construction.
Staff recommends soliciting new applicants for these committees. Current members are
welcome to re-apply and would be evaluated along with any new applicants. If the Council
agrees with this approach, staff would use the city website and social media to solicit
applications as soon as possible after the February 21 work session. The application deadline
would be March 17 so the Council could interview candidates the following week, most likely
the evening of March 21 which is a regular Council meeting date. The Council would take
action on the appointments at its April 4 meeting.
Additional information about these committees is attached. Staff will be available to answer
questions at the February 21 work session.
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Blue Line Extension - Appointment Process for
Advisory Committees (Business and Community)
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Charter of the METRO Blue Line Extension
Business Advisory Committee (BAC)
DRAFT
OVERVIEW
The METRO Blue Line Extension (BLRT) Business Advisory Committee (BAC) is established to provide
guidance to the BLRT Corridor Management Committee (CMC) on community issues during the
engineering and environmental phases of Blue Line project development. Appointments to the BAC will
serve commencing early 2017 and concluding December 31, 2018; or until Construction Information
Workgroups are formed prior to construction activities.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the BAC is to serve as a voice for the community and advise the BLRT Corridor
Management Committee:
1. Provide input on light rail design and engineering topics including but not limited to station design,
parking, multi-modal access to station and public art.
2. Advise on communications and outreach strategies related to BLRT.
3. Provide input on station area vision and character for development from a community
perspective.
4. Identify potential issues and review strategies to mitigate the impacts of construction on
residences and businesses.
5. Serve as an information resource and liaison to the greater corridor community and their
appointing organization.
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
One BAC Co-Chair will serve as a member of the CMC and provide updates of BAC activities at CMC.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Each member of the BLRT BAC agrees to:
1. Attend a majority of BAC meetings and actively participate in discussions by sharing ideas and
expertise.
2. Actively participate in discussions; be a voice to advance the broader interests of community.
3. Routinely report back to their organization on the activities and discussions of the BAC as well as
serve as a conduit of information to the broader community and to their appointing organization.
4. Identify issues affecting communities impacted by both the LRT project development and
Community Works initiatives and assist in developing strategies for minimizing those impacts.
5. Provide feedback on communication and public involvement efforts.
6. Listen to and respect the viewpoints of others.
7. Accept outcomes of Metropolitan Council decisions.
MEMBERSHIP
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Members will be appointed in early 2017 and conclude their term by December 31, 2018 or until
Construction Information Workgroups are formed prior to construction activities.
Membership is intended to represent the diverse interests and stakeholders along Blue Line Extension
line and will include stakeholders that are represented along the corridor. Specifically, membership will
be appointed as follows:
Community appointed members: 2 members from each community
• Minneapolis
• Golden Valley
• Robbinsdale
• Crystal
• Brooklyn Park
Chambers of Commerce: 1 member from each chamber organization
• Minneapolis Regional
• TwinWest
• Robbinsdale
• North Hennepin Area
At-large representation appointed by the Chair of Metropolitan Council and Chair of Hennepin County
Community Works Steering Committee: 3
If an appointed member is no longer able to participate actively in the BAC, the organization that
appointed that person will be allowed to name a replacement.
COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRS
The Chair of Metropolitan Council and Chair of Hennepin County Community Works Steering Committee
will (re)appoint two Co-Chairs for the BAC. The Co-Chairs are charged with ensuring corridor-wide
perspectives are present when offering guidance to steering committees; lead committees through their
tasks and ensure charter compliance; identify topics/issues of committee concern; and develop meeting
agendas with Blue Line Extension Project Office and Hennepin County staff.
MEETINGS
The BAC will schedule monthly meetings on the Tuesday before Corridor Management Committee
(second Thursday of month) from 8:00-9:30 AM. Agendas and meeting summaries will be distributed to
all members at least five business days before the meeting and posted on the project’s website at
BlueLineExt.org. Post meeting, meeting materials/presentations and approved meeting summaries will
be posted on the project’s website: BlueLineExt.org.
Due to the timeliness of topics, additional meetings, subcommittees meetings and focus groups may be
scheduled as needed.
To facilitate communication and a sharing of ideas and information, the BAC with meet jointly at least
twice each year with the Community Advisory Committee (CAC). This meeting will replace a regularly
scheduled CAC meeting.
METRO Blue Line Extension Business Advisory Committee
Proposed 2017 Meeting Schedule
BLRT Business Advisory Committee (BAC) meetings will be held the Tuesday before Corridor
Management Committee (second Thursday of month) from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. BAC meetings
will be held at Blue Line Extension Project Office, 5514 West Broadway Ave, Suite 200, Crystal,
MN 55428, unless otherwise noted.
The following meeting schedule is proposed for 2017:
• Tuesday, March 7
• Tuesday, April 11
• Tuesday, May 9
• Tuesday, June 6
• Tuesday, July 11
• Tuesday, August 8
• Tuesday, September 12
• Tuesday, October 10
• Tuesday, November 7
• Tuesday, December 12
METRO Blue Line Extension Business Advisory Committee
(BAC) Appointment Form
Information about the Organization : Provide the following information about your organization:
Nominating
Organization Name:
President/ Chair Name:
Street Address:
City, State and Zip:
Phone: E-mail:
Information about the Appointee : Provide the following information about the person you are
recommending to serve on the BAC committee.
Appointee Name:
Street Address:
City, State and Zip:
Phone: E-mail:
Authorization: The executive director, chair, president or equivalent authorizes the above
named person to represent the organization.
Signature Position/Title:
Mail or email this completed form to Dan Pfeiffer by March 3, 2017 to:
Dan Pfeiffer, Assistant Public Involvement Manager
Blue Line Extension Project Office
5514 West Broadway Avenue, Suite 200
Crystal, MN 55428
If you have questions or would like to request an electronic copy of the form, please contact Dan
Pfeiffer at daniel.pfeiffer@metrotransit.org or (612) 373-3897.
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Charter of the METRO Blue Line Extension
Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
DRAFT
OVERVIEW
The METRO Blue Line Extension (BLRT) Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is established to provide
guidance to the BLRT Corridor Management Committee (CMC) on community issues during the
engineering and environmental phases of Bottineau LRT project development.. Appointments to the CAC
will serve commencing early 2017 and concluding December 31, 2018; or until Construction Information
Workgroups are formed prior to construction activities.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the CAC is to serve as a voice for the community and advise the BLRT Corridor
Management Committee:
1. Provide input on light rail design and engineering topics including but not limited to station design,
parking, multi-modal access to station and public art.
2. Advise on communications and outreach strategies related to BLRT.
3. Provide input on station area vision and character for development from a community
perspective.
4. Identify potential issues and review strategies to mitigate the impacts of construction on
residences and businesses.
5. Serve as an information resource and liaison to the greater corridor community and their
appointing organization.
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
One CAC Co-Chair will serve as a member of the CMC and provide updates of CAC activities at CMC.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Each member of the BLRT CAC agrees to:
1. Attend a majority of CAC meetings and actively participate in discussions by sharing ideas and
expertise.
2. Actively participate in discussions; be a voice to advance the broader interests of community.
3. Routinely report back to their organization on the activities and discussions of the CAC as well as
serve as a conduit of information to the broader community and to their appointing organization.
4. Identify issues affecting communities impacted by both the LRT project development and
Community Works initiatives and assist in developing strategies for minimizing those impacts.
5. Provide feedback on communication and public involvement efforts.
6. Listen to and respect the viewpoints of others.
7. Accept outcomes of Metropolitan Council decisions.
MEMBERSHIP
Members will be appointed in early 2017 and concluding December 31, 2018 or until Construction
Information Workgroups are formed prior to construction activities.
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Membership is intended to represent the diverse interests and stakeholders along Blue Line Extension
line and will include stakeholders that are represented along the corridor. Specifically, membership be
will appointed as follows:
Community appointed members:
• Minneapolis: 3 members
• Golden Valley: 2 members
• Robbinsdale: 2 members
• Crystal: 2 members
• Brooklyn Park: 3 members
• Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board: 2 members
Corridors of Opportunity Engagement Grantees: 10
At-large representation appointed by the Chair of Metropolitan Council and Chair of Hennepin County
Community Works Steering Committee: 2
If an appointed member is no longer able to participate actively in the CAC, the organization that
appointed that person will be allowed to name a replacement.
COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRS
The Chair of Metropolitan Council and Chair of Hennepin County Community Works Steering Committee
will (re)appoint two Co-Chairs for the CAC. The Co-Chairs are charged with ensuring corridor-wide
perspectives are present when offering guidance to steering committees; lead committees through their
tasks and ensure charter compliance; identify topics/issues of committee concern; and develop meeting
agendas with Blue Line Project Office and Hennepin County staff.
MEETINGS
The CAC will schedule monthly meetings on the Monday before Corridor Management Committee
(second Thursday of month) from 6:00-8:00 PM. Agendas and meeting summaries will be distributed to
all members at least five business days before the meeting and posted on the project’s website at
BlueLineExt.org. Post meeting, meeting materials/presentations and approved meeting summaries will
be posted on the project’s website: BlueLineExt.org.
Due to the timeliness of topics, additional meetings, subcommittees meetings and focus groups may be
scheduled as needed.
To facilitate communication and a sharing of ideas and information, the CAC with meet jointly at least
twice each year with the Business Advisory Committee (BAC). This meeting will replace a regularly
scheduled CAC meeting.
METRO Blue Line Extension Community Advisory Committee
Proposed 2017 Meeting Schedule
BLRT Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meetings will be held the Monday before Corridor
Management Committee (second Thursday of month) from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. CAC meetings
will be held at Blue Line Extension Project Office, 5514 West Broadway Ave, Suite 200, Crystal,
MN 55428, unless otherwise noted.
The following meeting schedule is proposed for 2017:
• Monday, March 6
• Monday, April 10
• Monday, May 8
• Monday, June 5
• Monday, July 10
• Monday, August 7
• Monday, September 11
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METRO Blue Line Extension Community Advisory
Committee (CAC) Appointment Form
Information about the Organization : Provide the following information about your organization:
Nominating
Organization Name:
President/ Chair Name:
Street Address:
City, State and Zip:
Phone: E-mail:
Information about the Appointee : Provide the following information about the person you are
recommending to serve on the CAC committee.
Appointee Name:
Street Address:
City, State and Zip:
Phone: E-mail:
Authorization: The executive director, chair, president or equivalent authorizes the above
named person to represent the organization.
Signature Position/Title:
Mail or email this completed form to Dan Pfeiffer by March 3, 2017 to:
Dan Pfeiffer, Assistant Public Involvement Manager
Blue Line Extension Project Office
5514 West Broadway Avenue, Suite 200
Crystal, MN 55428
If you have questions or would like to request an electronic copy of the form, please contact Dan
Pfeiffer at daniel.pfeiffer@metrotransit.org or (612) 373-3897.
Please hand this form to the City Clerk before the meeting begins.
To provide ample opportunity for all, speaking time is limited
to three minutes and topic discussion is limited to 10 minutes.
(Information provided on this form is open to the public)
(please print clearly)
The topic I wish to address is:
Name:
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Thank you for your attendance and participation.