2023.12.19 Work Session Packet
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: Dec. 15, 2023
City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 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, Dec. 19, 2023, at ______ p.m. in
the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN and via Zoom. 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, Dec. 19, 2023.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Budziszewski ____ Bell
____ Cummings ____ Gilchrist
____ Eidbo ____ Therres
____ Kamish ____ Elholm
____ Kiser ____ Larson
____ Onesirosan ____ Perkey
____ Adams ____ Revering
____ Sutter
____ Serres
II. Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1. City Council liaison reports.*
2. City manager monthly check-in.
3. Constituent issues.*
4. New business.*
5. Announcements.*
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at ______ p.m.
* Denotes no documentation 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 – DECEMBER 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)
• Strong Neighborhoods
o Continued implementation of Master Parks System Plan improvements
o Ongoing traffic enforcement continues
o Working with city attorney on the implementation of the recently adopted Crystal
Airport/MAC/JAZB proposed ordinance amendments
o Continuing to work with businesses on THC sales compliance
o Continuing to work through Hennepin County Organics Recycling mandate
o Scheduled Work Session with Hennepin County to discuss HERC closure and county
Energy/Zero Waste plans
• 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 Received $335,814 in Hennepin County Youth Sports grants
• $35,814 for Recreation Registration fees
• $300,000
o Worked with Council to adopt the 2024 Budget, Levy, and 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
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov