2023.11.21 Work Session Packet4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: Nov. 17, 2023
City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023
6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers/Zoom
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 on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023, at ______ p.m. in
the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN and via Zoom. If the agenda
items are not completed in time for the City Council meeting at 7 p.m., the work session will be
continued and resumed immediately following the City Council meeting. The public may attend
the meeting via Zoom by connecting to it through one of the methods identified on the City
Council Meeting Schedule for Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.
I.Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Onesirosan ____ Bell
____ Adams ____ Gilchrist
____ Budziszewski ____ Therres
____ Cummings ____ Elholm
____ Eidbo ____ Larson
____ Kamish ____ Olson
____ Kiser ____ Ray
____ Revering
____ Serres
II.Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1.Closed session for attorney-client discussion regarding DuPont/3M PFAS settlement.
This discussion may be closed pursuant to Minn. Stat. 13D.05, subd. 3(b).*
2.Police quarterly update.*
3.Environmental Quality Commission status.*
4.City Council liaison reports.*
5.City manager monthly check-in.
6.Constituent issues.*
7.New business.*
8.Announcements.*
III.Adjournment
The work session adjourned at ______ p.m.
* Denotes no supporting information included in the packet.
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.
CITY MANAGER
MONTHLY CHECK-IN – NOVEMBER 2023
Objective 1 - Strategic planning for continued implementation of Council priorities:
• Thriving Business Community
o Community Development staff continuing to work with developers regarding redevelopment opportunities
o Continuing to work through and advocate for city and community's interest with Blue Line Extension and anti-displacement efforts
o Continuing to work with the New Hope Business Association (CBA 2.0)
o Ribbon-cutting event at Tequila Town Authentic Mexican Cuisine
• Strong Neighborhoods
o Continued implementation of Master Parks System Plan improvements
o Ongoing traffic enforcement continues
o Considering implementation of the recently adopted Crystal Airport/MAC/JAZB
proposed ordinance amendments
o Working on Hennepin County Organics Recycling mandate
o Continuing to work with businesses on THC sales compliance
• Sound fiscal policies and practices
o Continuing to seek additional outside funding for projects
o Applying for additional grant funding for parks and recreation
o Held in-depth work session discussion of the revised 2024-2033 Long Term Plan
• Welcoming and inclusive community
o Inclusion & Diversity Commission – The Commission is scheduled for a joint
work session with the Council in December
Objective 2 - Work-Life Balance/Professional Development
• Supporting staff wellness
• Support staff’s continuing professional growth and development
• Connecting with neighboring city managers on various local issues
• Participate in metro and state professional organizations
• Continuing participation in city manager leadership/peer group
• Attained ICMA Credentialed City Manager status
• Preparing for annual City Manager Review in December
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov