2017.04.19 Council Meeting Agenda
City Council Meeting Agenda
April 19, 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
3.1 The Mayor will swear in Police Officer Steven Parker.
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 April 4, 2017.
b. The regular City Council work sessions on April 4, 2017.
c. The regular City Council work session on April 13, 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. $1,000 from Maxwell Aircraft Service, Inc. for Crystal Airport Open House.
b. $3,282 from VFW Post 494 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.
The Council may place items discussed during Open Forum onto subsequent council meeting
agendas.)
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6. Public Hearing
6.1 The Mayor will open a public hearing to receive comment for Phase 16 street
reconstruction special assessments and consider a resolution to adopt assessments.
Last month the Council called for a public hearing to hear comments on the
proposed special assessments (and project) for Phase 16 (Skyway neighborhood) of
street reconstruction. The City Council should hold the public hearing and take
comments. After the public hearing, recommend approval of the resolution
adopting the special assessments for Phase 16.
7. Regular Agenda
7.1 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.
7.2 The Council will consider a resolution for a variance for a detached garage at 5809
Rhode Island Ave. N.
The owner of the property at 5809 Rhode Island Avenue North is requesting a
variance to construct a detached garage that is closer to Winnetka Avenue North
than the existing home. The property is zoned Low Density Residential (R-1). The
Planning Commission held a hearing on the application on April 10 and
recommended approval of the variance subject to the findings outlined in the staff
report.
7.3 The Council will consider approval of State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreement
between the City of Crystal on behalf of its prosecuting attorney.
In order to utilize the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s (BCA) communications
network, CJDN, a joint powers agreement (JPA) between the BCA and city is
required. Additionally, for our prosecuting attorney (Peter MacMillan) to have
access to that network and Crystal’s data, this JPA is also required. Recommend
authorizing the Mayor and city manager to execute the JPA with the BCA for these
purposes.
7.4 The Council will consider a resolution authorizing the Phase 16 Joint Powers
Agreement with Brooklyn Park.
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Part of the Phase 16 project impacts local streets in Brooklyn Park. As with previous
street reconstruction projects where other jurisdictions are impacted, a joint powers
agreement is executed outlining the costs of the project and responsibilities of the
cities. Recommend authorizing execution of the joint powers agreement with the
city of Brooklyn Park for Phase 16 of street reconstruction.
7.5 The Council will consider bids and a resolution awarding the contract for the Phase 16
street reconstruction project.
Three bids were received last month for Phase 16 of street reconstruction and the
bids, project financing and assessments were reviewed at the April 4 work session.
Recommend approval of resolution awarding the construction contract to Palda and
Sons Inc. for Phase 16 of street reconstruction.
7.6 The Council will consider a resolution awarding the construction services contract for
the Phase 16 street reconstruction project.
Recommend approval of the resolution awarding the construction services contract
for Phase 16 to SEH.
7.7 The Council will consider a resolution awarding the materials testing contract for
Phase 16 street reconstruction and 2017 alley construction projects.
Three quotes were obtained for Phase 16 and alley materials testing. Recommend
approval of the resolution awarding the materials testing contract to ITCO Allied
Engineering Co.
7.8 The Council will consider bids and a resolution awarding the contract for the 2017
alley reconstruction project.
Three bids were received for this year’s alley reconstruction project. Recommend
approval of the resolution awarding the contract for 2017 alley reconstruction to CS
McCrossan.
7.9 The Council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by
Tremolo LLC d/b/a Crystal Wine and Spirits located at 4920 West Broadway.
On December 23, 2016 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police
Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. Crystal Wine and Spirits
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did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pled
guilty in court to the sale of alcohol to a minor. This is the second liquor violation
for this licensee within the past 24 months. After hearing comments from the
business, recommend imposing civil penalties for this violation, consistent with
provisions of the City Code, of a three-day license suspension and civil fine of
$1,500 with the city clerk determining the dates of the license suspension and
payment date of the fine.
7.10 The Council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by
Blazin Wings, Inc. d/b/a Buffalo Wild Wings #69 located at 5590 West Broadway.
On December 23, 2016 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police
Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. Buffalo Wild Wings
did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pled
guilty in court to the sale of alcohol to a minor. This is considered the first liquor
violation for this licensee. After hearing comments from the business, recommend
imposing civil penalties for this violation, consistent with provisions of the City
Code, of a one day license suspension and civil fine of $750 with the clerk
determining the dates of the license suspension and payment date of the fine.
7.11 The Council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by
Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado LLC d/b/a Chipotle Mexican Grill #764 located at
5608 West Broadway.
On December 23, 2016 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police
Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. Chipotle Mexican Grill
did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pled
guilty in court to the sale of alcohol to a minor. This is considered the first liquor
violation for this licensee. After hearing comments from the business, recommend
imposing civil penalties for this violation, consistent with provisions of the City
Code, of a one day license suspension and civil fine of $750 with the city clerk
determining the date of the license suspension and payment date of the fine.
7.12 The Council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by El
Pajaro, Inc. d/b/a El Loro Mexican Restaurant located at 99 Willow Bend.
On December 23, 2016 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police
Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. El Loro did not pass this
compliance check. An employee of the business has since pled guilty in court to the
sale of alcohol to a minor. This is considered the first liquor violation for this
licensee. After hearing comments from the business, recommend imposing civil
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penalties for this violation, consistent with provisions of the City Code, of a one day
license suspension and civil fine of $750 with the city clerk determining the date of
the license suspension and payment date of the fine.
7.13 The Council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by
Liquor Liquidator 3, Inc. d/b/a Liquor Liquidator 3 located at 5120 56th Ave. N.
On December 23, 2016 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police
Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. Liquor Liquidator 3 did not
pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pled guilty in
court to the sale of alcohol to a minor. This is considered the first liquor violation
for this licensee. After hearing comments from the business, recommend imposing
civil penalties for this violation, consistent with provisions of the City Code, of a one
day license suspension and civil fine of $750 with the city clerk determining the
date of the license suspension and payment date of the fine.
7.14 The Council will consider civil penalties for violation of liquor license regulations by
Best Buy Beverage International LLC, d/b/a MGM Liquor Warehouse/Crystal located at
6200 56th Ave. N.
On December 23, 2016 alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Crystal Police
Department at licensed liquor establishments in Crystal. MGM Liquor Warehouse
did not pass this compliance check. An employee of the business has since pled
guilty in court to the sale of alcohol to a minor. This is considered the first liquor
violation for this licensee. After hearing comments from the business, recommend
imposing civil penalties for this violation, consistent with provisions of the City
Code, of a one day license suspension and civil fine of $750 with the city clerk
determining the date of the license suspension and payment date of the fine.
8. Announcements
a. The Crystal Business Association is partnering with the Crystal Little League’s Burger Bash
to hold its Business Expo, Saturday, April 22, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Crystal Community
Center.
b. The next city council meeting is Tuesday, May 2 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City
Hall.
c. The Parks & Recreation Commission will host the annual Arbor Day Celebration and
Neighborhood picnic on Wednesday, May 3 at 6 p.m. at Yunkers Park, 8617 31st Avenue
North.
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d. Crystal Community Plant Swap, Sunday, May 7, 5 – 5:30 p.m. , South Parking Lot at
Community Center.
e. The Public Works Connects Us Celebration to celebrate the final phase of street
reconstruction will be Wednesday, May 10, at 6 p.m. at Skyway Park, 61st and Florida.
f. Crystal Business Association meets on Wednesday, May 17, at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall.
g. Crystal Fund for Community Progress Plant Sale, Saturday, May 20, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.,
Community Center.
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
9. Adjournment
10. April 19, 2017 Meeting Schedule
Time Type of meeting Location
5 p.m. Open Book meeting with assessors Conference Room A
6 p.m. Citizen Input Time Conference Room E
6:30 p.m. Reception for newly appointed officer Community Room
6:30 p.m.
Council work session to discuss:
• Park Master Plan update
• City manager monthly check in
• Constituent issues update
• New business*
• Announcements*
Council Chambers
7 p.m. City Council meeting Council Chambers
* Denotes no supporting information included in the packet.
Have a great weekend. See you at Wednesday’s meeting.