2024.02.20 Work Session Packet
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: Feb. 16, 2024
City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024
6:45 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, Feb. 20, 2024, 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, Feb. 20, 2024.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Kiser ____ Bell
____ Onesirosan ____ Gilchrist
____ Adams ____ Therres
____ Budziszewski ____ Elholm
____ Cummings ____ Larson
____ Eidbo ____ Revering
____ Kamish ____ 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 – FEBRUARY 2024
Objective 1 – Work with City Council to develop Long Range Vision for the continued
implementation of Council priorities:
• City Council Work Session scheduled in March for Long Range Vision/Strategic Planning
Objective 2 – Policy Facilitation – Implement the Longe Range Vision/Strategic Planning for
continued implementation of Council priorities:
• Thriving Business Community
o Staff and Council are working through THC/Cannabis zoning regulations
o Staff is continuing to assist with potential redevelopment opportunities and business openings
• Strong Neighborhoods
o Continuing to work with businesses on THC sales compliance
o Working with HRG to look into organized organic waste collection
o Submitted council feedback to MnDOT regarding JAZB Ordinance Amendment process
o Continuing to work on the Crystal Cove Aquatic Center project
o Working with residents/property owners to address code violations and traffic concerns
• Sound fiscal policies and practices
o Continuing to seek additional outside funding for projects
o Working with MN DEED to obtain 2023 State funding for Crystal Cove project
o Beginning to prepare for 2023 Audit
o Continuing to implement 2024 Capital Program
• Welcoming and inclusive community
o Inclusion & Diversity Commission – The Commission is working on 2024 Work
Plan and recruitment.
Objective 3 – Re-establish the Environmental Quality Commission with a clear and engaging
purpose and a sustainable future:
• Discussed 2024 City Manager Development Plan and overview of Objective 3 with Senior
Staff
• Looking at other cities’ environmental commissions
Objective 4 – Create an atmosphere of better teamwork, open communication, enhanced
employee performance, and where staff feel empowered to help make decisions:
• Supporting staff wellness and continuing professional growth and development
• Connecting with neighboring city managers on various local issues
• Continuing participation in city manager leadership/peer group and metro and state
professional organizations
• Scheduling first quarter/spring “Coffee Break” with employees
• Finalizing hiring of Public Works Director/City Engineer
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov