2024.03.19 Council Meeting Packet
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
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Posted: March 15, 2024
City Council Meeting Schedule
Tuesday, March 19 , 2024
Time Meeting Location
6:30 p.m.
City Council work session to discuss:
1. West Metro Fire-Rescue District quarterly update.
2. Moving cannabis location limits to the Unified
Development Code.
3. Council liaison reports.
4. City manager monthly check-in.
5. Constituent issues.
6. New business.
7. Announcements.
Council Chambers/Zoom
7 p.m. City Council meeting Council Chambers/Zoom
Immediately following
the City Council meeting Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting Council Chambers/Zoom
Immediately following
the EDA meeting Continuation of City Council work session, if necessary Council Chambers/Zoom
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: March 15, 2024
City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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, March 19, 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 Economic Development Authority 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, March 19, 2024.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Onesirosan ____ Bell
____ Adams ____ Gilchrist
____ Budziszewski ____ Therres
____ Cummings ____ Elholm
____ Eidbo ____ Larson
____ Kamish ____ Revering
____ Kiser ____ Sutter
____ Serres
II. Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1. West Metro Fire -Rescue District quarterly update.
2. Moving cannabis location limits to the Unified Development Code.
3. City Council liaison reports.*
4. City manager monthly check-in.
5. Constituent issues.*
6. New business.*
7. Announcements.*
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at ______ p.m.
* Denotes no documentation included in the packet.
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West Metro Fire-Rescue District
March 19, 2024
Crystal Council Quarterly Update
ADMINISTRATION/OPERATIONS REPORT
Calls for Service Report
January 1 – December 31, 2023 Total Calls for Service 2148 Estimated fire loss $ 2,174,929
Crystal 896
New Hope 1167
Mutual Aid 85
January 1 – December 31, 2022 Total Calls for Service 2128 with 2 severe weather
Crystal 959 Estimated fire loss $1,501,240
New Hope 1099
Mutual Aid 68
January 1 – December 31, 2021 Total Calls for Service 2124 Estimated fire loss $1,703,242
Crystal 890
New Hope 1,169
Mutual Aid 65
January 1 – December 31, 2020 Total Calls for Service 1828 Estimated fire loss $1,313,433
Crystal 781
New Hope 983
Mutual Aid 64
Not responded to per COVID-19 Protocols 178
Fires EMS/Rescue Hazardous Condition Service Call Good Intent Fire Alarm Severe Weather Total
Mutual/Auto Aid 50 29%5 1 0 30 25%1 0 85 4%
New Hope 68 39%699 55%107 54%35 56%54 45%204 61%0 1167 54%
Crystal 55 32%561 44%89 45%27 44%35 29%129 39%0 896 42%
Total 173 9%1265 57%197 10%62 4%119 5%334 15%2148 100%
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500 2023 Calls for Service Jan 1 -Dec 31
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January 1 – December 31, 2019 Total Calls for Service 2018 Estimated fire loss $2,276,913
January 1 – December 31, 2018 Total Calls for Service 1856 Estimated fire loss $632,167
January 1 – December 31, 2017 Total Calls for Service 1922 Estimated fire loss $588,517
January 1 – December 31, 2016 Total Calls for Service 1573 Estimated fire loss $1,637,094
January 1 – December 31, 2015 Total Calls for Service 1514 Estimated fire loss $657,914
January 1 – December 31, 2014 Total Calls for Service 1663 Estimated fire loss $1,861,162
January 1 – December 31, 2013 Total Calls for Service 1448 Estimated fire loss $357,182
January 1 – December 31, 2012 Total Calls for Service 1349 Estimated fire loss $169,900
January 1 – December 31, 2011 Total Calls for Service 1638 Estimated fire loss $318,749
Police/Fire Command Staff Meeting
The command staff from the police and fire departments meet quarterly. We held last quarters meeting on
December 5 and discussed the active threat training that was held in October, a couple of addresses that had
numerous calls for service, North Ridge calls for service, and topics for 2024 emergency management training.
2023 Audit
MMKR was onsite to conduct the 2023 audit field work the week of March 4, 2024.
ISO Survey
An ISO Field Representative was on-site on March 5, 2024 to complete a Public Protection Classification (PPC)
survey. This ISO program provides information about municipal fire protection services in each community
they survey to assist insurance companies make informed decisions about risk. Their staff collects information
about the quality of public fire protection in more than 39,000 fire protection areas across the United States.
In each of those protection areas, they analyze the relevant data and assign a Public Protection Classification
— a grading from 1 to 10. Class 1 generally represents superior property fire protection, and Class 10 indicates
that the area’s fire suppression program does not meet their minimum criteria.
Most U.S. insurers of home and business properties use PPC in calculating premiums. In general, the price of
insurance in a community with a good PPC is lower than in a community with a poor PPC, assuming all other
factors are equal.
A community’s PPC depends on:
• emergency communications systems, including facilities for the public to report fires, staffing, training,
certification of telecommunicators, and facilities for dispatching fire departments
• the fire department, including equipment, staffing, training, and geographic deploy ment of fire
companies
• the water supply system, including the inspection and flow testing of hydrants and a careful evaluation
of the amount of available water compared with the amount needed to suppress fires
• community efforts to reduce the risk of fire, including fire prevention codes and enforcement, public
fire safety education, and fire investigation programs
Our last survey was in 2017 and we were given an ISO classification of 3.
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Civil Rights Evaluation
As a recipient of a Federal grant we are prohibited from discriminating in our programs and activities on the
basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability and religion and may be the subject of a civil rights
compliance review in accordance with DHS regulation. We were sent a civil rights evaluation tool to fill out
and have one year to develop the following:
• a policy that prohibits discrimination in our external-facing programs and services
• identify the responsibilities of the designated staff person responsible for compliance with civil rights
laws
• a complaints process covering complaints alleging discrimination in the our external-facing programs,
activities, and services (non-employment)
• a procedure for accepting and responding to requests for reasonable accommodations from program
beneficiaries
• a policy on providing access for persons with limited English proficiency
2023 Public Events and Community Outreach
- We held our 12 th annual “Firefighters Fighting Hunger” Food & Cash Drive on 3 -18. It was a
success with $5,404 & 1,291 pounds of food collected at 5 local grocery stores. This year we
were at Crystal Cub, Aldi & Almsted’s; New Hope HyVee & Plymouth Cub (we also spent a
short time at Crystal Target in the lot near Taco bell but left due to the cold and wind)
- Station Tours for Cub Scouts on April 25 th
- The 2023 Bike Rodeo was held on May 4 th, we had Sparky there with our Tower and several
firefighters and explorers
- We had an Engine on display at the Forest Elementary Family Carnival on May 12 th
- We had our Tower and new Engine 1 on display at the Crystal PD Open House on May 13 th
- We had an Engine on display at the Robbinsdale Early Learning Center on June 1 st
- We had an En gine on display at the Sonnesyn Elementary Family Carnival on June 2 nd
- The 2023 Young Mudder was held on June 10 th, we had our Tower there with several
firefighters
- We had an Engine on display at the YMCA Community Event on June 15th
- We had our Tower o n display at the Chester Bird American Legion in Golden Valley on June
17th for their annual Street Dance
- We had our Tower and new Engine 1 on display at the Crystal Airport Open House on June 18 th
- We had our Tower on display at the BLR Holiday Station on June 22nd for the Relief Assn.
Fundraiser
- 25 Year Anniversary & Open House, July 6 th
- Engine 1 in the Whiz Bang Parade, July 9 th
- YMCA Tour of Station 3, July 28 th
- Crystal Frolics, July 27 -30
- National Night Out / Night 2 Unite, August 1 st
- Wet & Wild Water Day, August 4 th
- St. Raphael’s Church Festival, August 5 th
- New Hope Lions Corn Feed, August 9 th
- Tower 1 to the Holy Nativity Childcare Center, August 11 th
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- Engine 1 to the HyVee Family Event, August 12 -13
- New Hope Safety Camp, August 15 -17
- La Petite Daycare, End of Summer Party, September 1 st
- Armstrong Girls Tennis Team held a Car Wash at Station 3, September 10 th
- Vehicle Fair, September 16 th
- WM Honor Guard to the Fallen Firefighter Memorial Ceremony, September 24 th
- Fire Safety Demo at Ever green Montessori
- New Hope Trick or Trot, October 7 th
- West Metro Truck or Treat, October 31 st
- North Memorial Car Seat Clinic at Station 3, November 8 th
- FF Wallace drove Santa to and from an Event at the Crystal Community Center in a Fire Engine
- The West Metro Auxiliary Annual Craft Fair & Vendor Show at Station 3, December 9 th
- The Tri-City Santa Parade through Robbinsdale, Crystal & New Hope, December 9 th
- Salvation Army Bell Ringing at New Hope HyVee (9 th) & Crystal Cub (16 th)
- Station tours
- Home Safety Surveys
The highlight of our public events was the July 6 25 th Anniversary of the District open house. We had a
fabulous turnout from the communities. We had food trucks, a DJ and lots of demos .
Be a Santa to a Senior
We held our annual event that collects gifts for the residents of Good Samaritan and North Ridge. This year
we did not collect for The Terrace of Crystal (formerly Crystal Care Center) because we partnered with LDI and
they are collecting for the Terrace. We delivered the gifts to the nursing homes on December 14. Along
with firefighters and family members, Walker MacBeath (from the City of New Hope) joined us this year
for the delivery.
SAFER Grant Positions
The 3 new SAFER LTs (Eric Enselein, Jesus Soto & Andy Nichols) started with us full-time on
February 26, 2024.
The integration of three new full-time positions, facilitated by the SAFER Grant, will allow us to staff two
stations during the weekdays. This necessitated the reconfiguration of Station One's sleeping quarters to
accommodate two shared offices. Station Two is being reconfigured to house any overnight crews. Furniture,
equipment, and necessary infrastructure adjustments are being organized to align with the operational needs
of these positions.
Staffing
We are currently at 8 full-time, 58 paid, on-call, firefighters of which 8 are on a leave of absence (LOA). We are
authorized for up to 66 paid, on-call firefighters and will be hiring in 2024.
Class of 2021
On December 13 we held a pinning ceremony promoting the class of 2021 apprentice firefighters to the rank
of firefighter.
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TRAINING /EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Live Fire
On Saturday, October 7 WMFRD completed live fire training at a home in New Hope.
Mass Casualty/Active Threat
New Hope Police, Crystal Police, and the WMFRD conducted active threat training at New Hope Church on October 17.
Emergency Management
Emergency management training was held for staff from both cities on November 29. The final class in a four -
part series for senior officials was presented by MN Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM).
I closed out our 2021 Public Safety Grants in February.
Captain Wheeler is coordinating IS 300 and 400 training for staff from both cities. This will be presented by a
MN Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) approved trainer.
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LOGISTICS
New Engines
In 2023 WMFRD took delivery and put into service for new engines. Three of the old engines sold for $225,000
and one sold for $200,000.
Facilities
Logistics has been working with North Memorial Ambulance to create a shared space with the medics posted
out of station 3 and firefighters at station 3. This includes demolition of a wall, replacing the carpet, repairing
drywall, repainting, and new furniture. North Memorial Ambulance is purchasing the carpet and the furniture
and the District made the repairs and painted. This shared space will benefit both parties and build more
comradery between the medics and firefighters.
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PREVENTION
Inspections/Plan Reviews
From January 1 through December 31, 2023, we conducted 1074 inspections/plan reviews/meetings, of which
468 required a re-inspection. We have completed 397 re-inspections.
We have been working on implementing Brycer Compliance Engine a cloud based third party inspection
reporting tool that helps the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) and inspection companies work more
efficiently. All properties with fire protection systems in the District will be notified by the compliance engine
when they have a system due for testing, past due for testing, or deficiencies on the system in need of repair.
Properties are notified by email, mail, and phone. They use our approved letterhead and verbiage to distribute
mailings and make follow-up calls. This will help ensure that all fire protection systems in the District have
been inspected/tested annually. We will be going live with this program on February 15, 2024.
Home Fire Safety Survey Program
In 2023 we conducted 14 home safety surveys. So far in 2024, we have conducted 2 home safety surveys, a 3 rd
survey is scheduled in February. One of the focuses of the new community outreach person will be promoting
and executing this program. Our goal is to complete 30 Home Safety Surveys in 2024.
Adopt a Hydrant Program:
So far this winter we have not had enough snow to implement this program. In the late fall, 17 additional
residents signed up to adopt their hydrants.
Fire Investigations:
2023 fire investigations:
1/27/2023 46XX Quebec Avenue North - Small commercial fire in an oven
2/10/2023 52XX 35th Avenue North - Small fire on an exterior wall of a residential home
2/18/2023 27XX Winnetka Avenue North - Dumpster fire
3/25/2023 52XX Louisiana Avenue North - Detached garage fire with exposure fires
3/28/2023 70XX 36th Avenue North - Basement Fire in home
3/31/2023 61XX Virginia Avenue North – Fire caused by lightning
4/4/6/2023 84XX 62nd Avenue North - Deck fire from improper disposal of smoking materials
4/8/2023 48XX Winnetka Avenue North -Deck Fire
4/15/2023 45XX Winnetka Avenue North - Apartment Fire from improper disposal of smoking materials
5/12/2023 51XX Idaho Avenue North - House and garage fires
5/23/2023 51XX Edgewood Avenue North - Cooking fire
6/3/2023 72XX and 72XX 32nd Avenue North -Townhome fire due to improper disposal of smoking materials
6/11/2023 77XX 36th Avenue North - small cooking fire in apartment kitchen
6/13/2023 56XX Boone Avenue North - Deck fire due to improper disposal of smoking materials
6/26/2023 33XX Douglas Drive (6 Unit Garage Fire) - improper storage of a grill and/or smoking
7/5/2023 60XX 56th Avenue North - Dumpster /Enclosure/Fence fire
7/14/2023 56XX West Broadway – Vehicle Fire
7/18/2023 46XX Quebec Avenue North - Paint Booth fire
7/31/2023 56XX West Broadway - Dumpster Fire
8/10/2023 30XX Flag Avenue North - Vehicle Fire
8/25/2023 55XX West Broadway - Vehicle Fire
8/25/2023 30XX Gettysburg Avenue North - Garage/House fire
8/27/2023 79XX 37th Avenue North - House/Garage/Deck fire
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8/31/2023 27XX Douglas Drive - Food warmer appliance fire in a business
9/1/2023 60XX West Broadway - Fan fire in living room
9/2/2023 81 and Corvallis Avenue North - Vehicle fire
9/4/2023 52XX Scott Avenue North - Garage fire
9/5/2023 60XX 36th Avenue North – Grease Fire
9/8/2023 34XX Major Avenue North - Small Appliance fire
10/4/2023 28XX Flag Avenue North - Small ceiling fan fire in bathroom
10/4/2023 78XX 45th ½ Avenue North - Vehicle Fire
11/11/2023 29XX Douglas Drive - Small cooking fire on stove
12/1/2023 92XX 27th Avenue North - Small oven fire
12/1/2023 84XX Bass Lake Road - small stairwell fire out report due to improper disposal of smoking materials
12/2/2023 42XX Oregon Ave North - Small cooking fire on stove
In 2023 we conducted 35 fire investigations. The following is breakdown of where the fires occurred and wha t
caused the fire:
3 Dumpster fires
5 Vehicle fires
24 Residential fires (Here are the causes of our residential fires: cooking, lightning strike, electrical issues,
improper disposal of batteries, and improper disposal of smoking materials).
3 Commercial Building fires
In 2022 we had conducted 50 fire investigations.
2024 fire investigations:
1/4/2024 – 56XX Winnetka Avenue North (vehicle fire)
1/7/2024 – 92XX 27th Avenue North (dumpster fire)
1/11/2024 – 37th Avenue North and Douglas Drive (vehicle fire)
1/14/2024 – 53XX Georgia Avenue North (small appliance fire)
1/14/2024 – 56XX Quebec Avenue North Apt XXXX (cooking fire, spread to kitchen and dining area)
1/14/2024 – 64XX 27th Avenue North (small stove fire)
1/20/2024 – 56XX Perry Avenue North (detached garage fire w/exposure fires to vehicles and house)
1/29/2024 – 72XX 43rd Avenue North (small garbage can fire)
1/30/2024 – 56XXPerry Avenue North (small electrical fire)
2/2/2024 – 27XX Hillsboro Avenue North (smoke in an apartment from a cooking fire in a pan)
2/2/2024 – 70XX Fairview Avenue North (small basement fire)
2/10/2024 – 48XX Utah Avenue North (detached garage fire)
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FROM: John Sutter, Community Development Director
DATE: March 14, 2024
TO: Adam R. Bell City Manager (for March 19 work session)
SUBJECT: Staff preferred option for modifying cannabis buffer distances and moving
them from licensing to zoning (Unified Development Code)
BACKGROUND
In 2023 the City Council adopted an edible cannabinoids licensing ordinance which included
the following buffer distances, measured from property line to property line (not door to door):
• 1,000 feet from any school
• 500 feet from any park or residential drug/alcohol treatment facility
STAFF PROPOSAL
Based on the February 6 discussion and subsequent Councilmember input, staff would
propose the following changes:
1. Remove the buffers from the licensing ordinance and add them to the zoning
ordinance/Unified Development Code (UDC) with an effective date of Jan. 1, 2025.
2. Exclude Robbinsdale Learning Center as a school AND reduce the buffer for the remaining
school properties from 1,000 to 500 feet to match the other buffers.
3. Apply the buffers to off-sale alcohol and tobacco in addition to edible cannabinoids and
(eventually) cannabis stores, subject to nonconforming use rights (being “grandparented”)
which would allow existing businesses within the buffers to continue but not expand.
4. Create a window of opportunity for any licensed off-sale alcohol and tobacco businesses
located within a buffer zone to get an edible cannabinoids license from the city before Jan.
1, 2025 so their edible cannabinoid sales become grandparented on Jan. 1, 2025 just like
off-sale alcohol and tobacco.
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Cannabis Buffer Distances
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EFFECT OF STAFF PROPOSAL
The city currently has 9 off-sale alcohol licenses (table attached):
4 would continue to be permitted uses on Jan. 1, 2025 (black “A” on the attached map).
5 would become grandparented on Jan. 1, 2025 (gray “A” on the attached map)
The city currently has 21 tobacco licenses (table attached):
9 would continue to be permitted uses on Jan. 1, 2025 (black “T” on the attached map).
12 would become grandparented on Jan. 1, 2025 (gray “T” on the attached map)
The attached map illustrates the effects of the staff proposal.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION REQUESTED
Staff requests Council discussion regarding the staff proposal to remove the buffers from the
edible cannabinoids licensing ordinance and add them to the UDC to include off-sale alcohol
and tobacco with current licensees being grandparented as illustrated in the attached tables
and map.
Black A on map
(permitted under
proposed
ordinance)
Gray A on map
(grandparented
under proposed
ordinance)
Company DBA Address
1 Missy Hope Inc. Hope Liquor 111 Willow Bend
1 Liquor Barrel Liquor Barrel 2728 Douglas Dr N
1 Mejron
Investments Inc
The Wine Thief &
Ale Jail 3600 Douglas Dr N
1 Ashley's Liquor,
Inc.Ashley's Liquor 4920 West Broadway
1 Klever Liquor Inc Klever Liquor 5120 56th Ave N
1 SuperValu, Inc
Cub Wine &
Spirits 5201 36th Ave N
1 Advancer
Mercantile, LLC
Liquor Barrel
Wine & Spirits 5628 West Broadway
1 RPSM LLC Adair Liquor 6001 42nd Ave N
1 Zahid Beverage
Group LLC
Crystal Liquor
Warehouse 6200 56th Ave N
TOTAL
Black A on map
TOTAL
Gray A on map
4 5
Current Off-Sale Alcohol Licenses
Black T on map
(permitted under
proposed
ordinance)
Gray T on map
(grandparented
under proposed
ordinance)
Company DBA Address
1 Crystal Tobacco &
Cigar Outlet Plus,
Tobacco Outlet 123 Willow Bend
1 Main Grocery &
Tobacco Inc
Mini Grocery &
Tobacco
2708 Douglas Dr N
1 Trilogy LLC Trilogy LLC 2712 Douglas Dr N
1 Liquor Barrel Liquor Barrel 2728 Douglas Dr N
1 Almsted
Enterprises Inc
Almsted's Fresh
Market
4200 Douglas Dr N
1 Ashley's Liquor,
Inc.
Ashley's Liquor 4920 West Broadway
1 Himalaya LLC dba
36th Ave Smoke
36th Ave Smoke
Shop
5101 36th Ave N 104
1 Klever Liquor Inc Klever Liquor 5120 56th Ave N
1 SuperValu, Inc Cub Wine &
Spirits
5201 36th Ave N
1 Charles R Knaeble
VFW Post #494
VFW Post #494 5222 56th Ave N
1 SuperValu, Inc Cub Foods #30124
(1601)
5301 36th Ave N
1 Northern Tier
Retail LLC
Speedway #4052 5359 West Broadway
1 Holiday
Stationstores, LLC
Holiday
Stationstore #300
5410 Lakeland Ave N
1 Dark Horse Vapors
Inc
Dark Horse Vapery 5522 West Broadway
1 PurpleRose Cigar
and Hookah
PurpleRose Cigar
and Hookah Shop
5530 West Broadway
1 Advancer
Mercantile, LLC
Liquor Barrel
Wine & Spirits
5628 West Broadway
1 RPSM LLC Adair Liquor 6001 42nd Ave N
1 Tobacco 18 LLC Tobacco 18 6016 42nd Ave N
1 Zahid Beverage
Group LLC
Crystal Liquor
Warehouse
6200 56th Ave N
1 Walgreens Co Walgreens #5883 6800 56th Ave N
1 Northern Tier
Retail LLC
Speedway #4187 7818 36th Ave N
TOTAL
Black T on map
TOTAL
Gray T on map
9 12
Current Tobacco Licenses
CITY MANAGER
MONTHLY CHECK-IN – MARCH 2024
Objective 1 – Work with City Council to develop Long Range Vision for the continued
implementation of Council priorities:
• City Council Work Session on March 14 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 Continuing to work through Cannabis zoning regulations - work session on 3/19
o Staff is continuing to assist with potential redevelopment opportunities and business openings
• Strong Neighborhoods
o Continuing to work with businesses on THC/Cannabis sales compliance
o Working with HRG on organized organic waste collection
• Brooklyn Center is meeting on 4/8 to discuss and the HRG will meet right
after that.
o Met with MnDOT regarding JAZB Ordinance Amendment process.
o Continuing to work on the Crystal Cove Aquatic Center project – Bid opening is 3/26
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 receive 2023 State funding for Crystal Cove project
o Conducting 2023 Audit work
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:
• Scheduling subject matter experts to speak on environmental and sustainability issues for the
future of the commission
• Continuing to research other cities’ environmental commissions to develop framework
Objective 4 – Create an atmosphere of better teamwork, open communication, enhanced
employee performance, and where staff feel empowered to help make decisions:
• Hired new Public Works Director – April 15 start date.
• 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
• Recreation Dept. hosted 2024 spring “Coffee Break” teambuilding with employees
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: March 15, 2024
City Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
7 p.m.
Council Chambers/Zoom Meeting
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 Police Chief Revering will present Lifesaving Awards to Crystal police officers.*
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 meeting s:
a. The City Council work session on Feb. 20, 2024.
b. The City Council meeting on Feb. 20, 2024.
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 Adoption of a resolution accepting a donation.
4.4 Adoption of a resolution authorizing a playground grant application to Hennepin County
Youth Activities Grants to assist in replacing the play area in Twin Oaks Park .
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 10 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.
6. Regular Agenda
6.1 The Council will consider approval of disbursements of more than $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.
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6.2 The Council will consider the first reading of an ordinance amending the zoning map to add
airport zones as described in the Joint Airport Zoning Ordinance .
The Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance went into effect on January 1, 2024, and the city
council has adopted the ordinance as an appendix to the city code. The city must also add
the airport safety zones to the city’s official zoning map. At the March 11, 2024, Planning
Commission public hearing, there were no public comments and the Commission
unanimously recommended approval of the zoning map amendment. Staff recommends
approval of first reading of the ordinance amending the official zoning map. The second
reading and adoption would then be placed on the April 2 Council agenda.
6.3 The Council will consider a resolution approving a one-year extension of site and building
plan approval for construction of an office/warehouse at 5208 Hanson Court.
On March 21, 2023, the City Council approved site and building plans for an
office/warehouse building on the vacant lot at 5208 Hanson Court. This approval expires
after one year unless a building permit has been issued for the project. At this time no
building permit application has been submitted and the owner is requesting a 1-year
extension which would give them until March 21, 2025, to get the building permit. The
owner says they intend to complete the building in the summer of 2025. Staff recommends
approval of the extension.
6.4 The Council will consider a resolution approving plans and specifications , and advertisement
for bids, for improvements at North Lions Park and Valley Place Park.
The parking lots and several sports courts at North Lions Park and Valley Place Park are in
poor condition and are listed for replacement in the 2024 Long Term Plan. These projects
have included public input and Parks and Recreation Commission review. Recommend
adoption of the resolution approving plans and specifications for improvements at Valley
Place and North Lions Parks; and authorizing the advertisement of bids for construction of
said improvements.
6.5 The Council will consider a resolution approving installation of cameras in the south parking
lot of the community center.
The south parking lot at the Community Center was completed in 2023 and the installation
of security cameras was included in the design. These cameras will provide additional
security coverage for this premise. The quote for $58,34 is under the budgeted amount of
$80,000 included in the 2024 capital improvement plan . Recommend approval of the
agreement for Computer Integration Technologies to complete this work as quoted.
6.6 The Council will consider a resolution awarding the contract for engineering services for
HVAC upgrades at the Crystal Public Works facility.
When built in 2014, the Public Works facility was designed with several “green” energy
features, one of which was the HVAC system. Since that time, staff have determined that
some of the features require upgrades to extend the life and maximize the system's
efficiency. To make sure the improvements meet the long-term needs of the building and
city, staff is recommending professional engineering design for the updates. Recommend
approval of the resolution authorizing the contract for the design and engineering of
HVAC upgrades at our Public W orks facility.
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7. Announcements
a. There will be a ribbon cutting at 111 Willow Bend on Saturday, April 13 at 11 a.m. to celebrate
the opening of a new Crystal business, Hope Liquor.
b. The next City Council meeting is Tuesday, April 2 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall
and via Zoom.
c. The Crystal Police Department Open House is Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 4141
Douglas Dr. N.
d. 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
Have a great weekend. See you at Tuesday’s meeting.
Crystal City Council work session minutes Feb. 20, 2024
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Sectio n 3.01 of the City Charter,
the work session of the Crystal City Council was held at 8:33 p.m. on Feb. 20, 2024, in the Council
Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55422, via interactive technology from the
public location of: 870 W. 24th Ave., Eugene, OR 97405 and via Zoom. Mayor Adams called the
meeting to order.
I.Attendance
The city clerk recorded the attendance for city council members and staff:
Council members present in the Council Chambers: Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski,
Cummings and Kamish. Council Member Eidbo was present remotely via interactive technology
from the public location of: 870 W. 24th Ave., Eugene, OR 97405.
City staff present: City Manager A. Bell, City Attorney J. Hill, Police Chief S. Revering, Community
Development Director J. Sutter, Recreation Director J. Elholm and City Clerk C. Serres. Assistant
City Manager K. Therres was present remotely via Zoom.
II.Agenda
The Council and staff discussed the following agenda item s:
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 8:51 p.m.
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Christina Serres, City Clerk
4.1(a)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes Feb. 20, 2024
Page 1 of 4
1.Call to Order
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter,
the meeting of the Crystal City Council was held on Feb. 20, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers
at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N. in Crystal, MN 55422, via interactive technology from the public
location of: 870 W. 24th Ave., Eugene, OR 97405 and via Zoom. 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 in the Council Chambers: Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski,
Cummings and Kamish. Council Member Eidbo was present remotely via interactive technology from
the following public location: 870 W. 24th Ave., Eugene, OR 97405.
City staff present: City Manager A. Bell, City Attorney J. Hill, Police Chief S. Revering, Community
Development Director J. Sutter, Recreation Director J. Elholm and City Clerk C. Serres. Assistant City
Manager K. Therres was present remotely via Zoom.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Adams led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Council and audience held a moment of silence for fallen Burnsville first responders.
2.Approval of Agenda
The Council considered approval of the agenda.
Moved by Council Member Kamish and seconded by Council Member Kiser to approve the agenda.
By roll call, voting aye: Kamish, Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski, Cummings and Eidbo.
Motion carried.
3.Proclamation
3.1 The Mayor proclaimed March 2024, as Women’s History Month in the City of Crystal.
4.Consent Agenda
The Council considered 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 City Council work session on Feb. 6, 2024.
b.The City Council meeting on Feb. 6, 2024.
c.The City Council special work session on Feb. 6, 2024.
d.The City Council work session on Feb. 8, 2024.
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 Adoption of Res. No. 2024-23, accepting donations.
4.4 Acceptance of the biennial body camera audit notification.
4.1(b)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes Feb. 20, 2024
Page 2 of 4
4.5 Approval of the appointment of JD Moore II to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term
to expire Dec. 31, 2024.
4.6 Approval of the appointment of Angela Spores to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a
term to expire Dec. 31, 2026.
Moved by Council Member Kiser and seconded by Council Member Cummings to approve the
consent agenda.
By roll call, voting aye: Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski, Cummings, Eidbo and Kamish.
Motion carried.
5. Open Forum
No public comment was given during open forum.
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 Onesirosan and seconded by Council Member Kamish to approve
the list of disbursements over $25,000.
By roll call, voting aye: Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski, Cummings, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
Motion carried.
6.2 The Council considered a resolution approving a front setback variance at 6124 Lakeland Ave. N.
Community Development Director John Sutter addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Kamish and seconded by Council Member Cummings to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 – 24
RESOLUTION APPROVING VARIANCES FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6124 LAKELAND AVENUE NORTH
By roll call, voting aye: Adams, Budziszewski, Cummings, Eidbo, Kamish, Kiser and Onesirosan.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6.3 The Council considered a resolution approving a transfer of funds from the Public Safety Aid to
the West Metro Fire-Rescue District.
Police Chief Stephanie Revering addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Kamish to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 – 25
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING $1,010,119 OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
PUBLIC SAFETY AID PACKAGE AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF $200,000
TO WEST METRO FIRE-RESCUE DISTRICT
4.1(b)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes Feb. 20, 2024
Page 3 of 4
By roll call, voting aye Budziszewski, Cummings, Eidbo, Kamish, Kiser, Onesirosan and Adams.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6.4 The Council considered the following items related to a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with the
State of Minnesota Bureau of Criminal of Apprehension (BCA):
a. Adoption of a resolution approving the authorized strength of police officers from 34 to 35
while the Violent Crime Reduction Unit (VCRU) position is funded; and
b. Approval of the Minnesota BCA VCRU JPA.
Police Chief Stephanie Revering addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Kiser and seconded by Council Member Kamish to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 – 26
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AUTHORIZED STRENGTH OF POLICE
OFFICERS FROM THIRTY-FOUR (34) TO THIRTY-FIVE (35)
By roll call, voting aye: Cummings, Eidbo, Kamish, Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams and Budziszewski.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
Moved by Council Member Kamish and seconded by Council Member Onesirosan to approve the
Minnesota BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit JPA.
By roll call, voting aye Eidbo, Kamish, Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski and Cummings.
Motion carried.
6.5 The Council considered a resolution for LED lighting upgrades at City Hall.
City Manager Adam R. Bell addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Cummings and seconded by Council Member Kamish to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 – 27
AUTHORIZING THE CONTRACT FOR LED LIGHTING UPGRADES AT CITY HALL
By roll call, voting aye: Kamish, Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski, Cummings and Eidbo.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6.6 The Council considered a resolution for improvements at Crystal Cove Aquatic Center.
Recreation Director John Elholm addressed the Council.
Moved by Council Member Onesirosan and seconded by Council Member Kamish to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 – 28
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
4.1(b)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes Feb. 20, 2024
Page 4 of 4
FOR IMPROVEMENTS AT THE CRYSTAL COVE AQUATIC CENTER
PROJECT #S.0311
By roll call, voting aye: Kiser, Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski, Cummings, Eidbo and Kamish.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
7. Announcements
The Council and staff made announcements about upcoming events.
8. Adjournment
Moved by Council Member Budziszewki and seconded by Council Member Kamish to adjourn the
meeting.
By roll call, voting aye: Onesirosan, Adams, Budziszewski, Cummings, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m.
___________________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
4.1(b)
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City of Crystal Council Meeting
March 19, 2024
Applications for City License
Gambling – Temporary Permit
The Church of St. Raphael, 7301 56th Ave. N., Crystal, MN 55428 (for an event on April 27, 2024)
Liquor – Temporary On-Sale
The Church of St. Raphael, 7301 56th Ave. N., Crystal, MN 55428 (for an event on April 27, 2024)
Massage Therapist
Jing An (Natural Wellness Spa), 5524 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428
Rental (New)
2701 Brunswick Ave. N. – GV Greenway LLC
4523 Colorado Ave. N. – CFCB Holdings LLC (Conditional)
6311 Corvallis Ave. N. – Michael Brandt
3815 Douglas Dr. N. – Beverly Monette
4336 Douglas Dr. N. – Alexander Gladkov (Conditional)
3242 Florida Ave. N. – Richard Meyer (Conditional)
3812 Hampshire Ave. N. – Opportunity Partners (Conditional)
Rental (Renewal)
4009 Adair Ave. N. – Jawad Behsudi (Conditional)
4353 Adair Ave. N. – James Richards (Conditional)
5630 Adair Ave. N. – Steve Mohn
5720 Adair Ave. N. – Invitation Homes (Conditional)
5023 Angeline Ave. N. – Mike and Bridget Nelson
4051 Brunswick Ave. N. – Serenity Village (Conditional)
6332 Corvallis Ave. N. – Mackenzie Broughton
2743 Douglas Dr. N. – Reese Pfeiffer (Conditional)
2900-2930 Douglas Dr. N. – Minnesota Senior Living (Conditional)
5127 Edgewood Ave. N. – Capgrow Holdings (Coniditional)
6330 Fairview Ave. N. – Ken Olson
3005 Florida Ave. N. – Judy Bolin (Conditional)
4325 Georgia Ave. N. – Michael Haggerty
4612 Hampshire Ave. N. – HPA II Borrower 2021-1 LLC
4824-4826 Idaho Ave. N. – Procai Properties (Conditional)
5942 Idaho Ave. N. – Bridge SFR IV Seed Borrower LLC
5204 Jersey Ave. N. – Felix Volzing
5213 Jersey Ave. N. – FYR SFR Borrower (Conditional)
6034 Jersey Ave. N. – JMW Investments (Conditional)
4801 Kentucky Ave. N. – GL Enterprise LLC
5737 Kentucky Ave. N. – Kentucky Villa (Conditional)
5757 Maryland Ave. N. – Jeff Jacobs (Conditional)
3230-3236 Nevada Ave. N. – Thomas Coyle (Conditional)
3541 Regent Ave. N. – Bang Huynh
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5731 Regent Ave. N. – Thomas Ruen (Conditional)
5973 Rhode Island Ave. N. – David Barrett
3010 Sumter Ave. N. – Central Crystal Village (Conditional)
3131 Sumter Ave. N. – Central Crystal Village (Conditional)
5229 Unity Ct. N. – RTO Investments LLC
5542 Unity Ave. N. – Omosola Omololu Aladedunye (Conditional)
5631 Welcome Ave. N. – Brian Hanf
3000 Winnetka Ave. N. – Central Crystal Village (Conditional)
4512 Yates Ave. N. – Drew Kabanuk (Conditional)
7324 33rd Ave. N. – Kevitt Development (Conditional)
6307 34th Ave. N. – Wally Anderson
5916 38th Ave. N. – Jason Herzog
5724 45th Ave. N. – Yeah LLC
6928 45th Pl. N. – HPA II Borrower 2019 (Conditional)
6401 47th Ave. N. – Wren Rentals (Conditional)
6817 47th Ave. N. – Kerby Skurat – 47th LLC
5022 49th Ave. N. – Bridge SFR IV Seed Borrower LLC
5333 49th Ave. N. – Joseph Anton (Conditional)
6501 57th Ave. N. – Abe Al-Qudah
Tree Trimmer
Davy Tree Expert Company, 1500 N. Mantua St., Kent, OH 44240
Holtz Firewood and Tree Service, 11658 State Hwy. 238, Royalton, MN 56373
SavATree LLC, 8000 Powell Rd., Ste. 160, Hopkins, MN 55343
Shadywood Tree Experts, 402 11th Ave. S., Hopkins, MN 55343
4.2
CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 – ___
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes §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
donation:
Donor Purpose Amount
Crystal Crime Prevention Board 2023 Shop with a Cop $1,000
And BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Crystal City Council sincerely thanks the above-named for their
generous donation.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 19th day of March, 2024.
By: __________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Memorandum
DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Council
Adam R. Bell, City Manager
FROM: John Elholm, Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Grant Application to the Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants
Twin Oaks Park
Twin Oaks Park is an active neighborhood park with aging facilities. The play area was built
in 2003. In 2025, the Capital Improvement Plan (Park Improvements) includes funds for a
new play area, small picnic shelter, basketball court and trails in Twin Oaks Park.
Hennepin County offers playground grants through the Hennepin County Youth Activities
Grants to assist with building and improving playground structures throughout Hennepin
County. The maximum grant amount is $100,000. If successful, funding from the
playground grant will allow additional improvements, including additional rubberized
surfacing (improved accessibility). The proposed grant request is:
Hennepin County Grant $ 100,000
City of Crystal $ 150,000
Total Play Area Cost $ 250,000
A resolution of support from the Crystal City Council is a requirement of the application.
Requested Council Action
Adopt the attached resolution authorizing a playground grant application to the Hennepin
County Youth Activities Grants to assist in replacing the play area in Twin Oaks Park in
2025.
4.4
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - ______
AUTHORIZING A PLAYGROUND GRANT APPLICATION TO THE
HENNEPIN COUNTY YOUTH ACTIVITIES GRANTS TO ASSIST IN
REPLACING THE PLAY AREA IN TWIN OAKS PARK
WHEREAS, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners, via the Hennepin County Youth
Activities Grants, provides for capital funds to assist local government units of Hennepin County
for the development of sports or recreational facilities, and
WHEREAS, the City of Crystal, hereinafter LGU, desires to develop new play area facilities in
Twin Oaks Park.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE City Council of the City of Crystal:
I. The estimate of the total cost of developing PROJECT shall be $250,000. The LGU is
requesting $100,000 from the Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants and will assume
responsibility for providing matching funds of $150,000.
II. LGU is the owner of the property where the PROJECT is located. The LGU will own the
property where PROJECT is located for at least the functional life of the facility, which is
estimated to be 20 years. The PROJECT may not be converted to non-public or non-recreational
uses within this time period without the approval of Hennepin County.
III. LGU agrees to assume one hundred (100) percent of operational and maintenance costs for
PROJECT. LGU will operate PROJECT for its intended purpose as stated in the PROJECT
application for the functional life of the facility.
IV. LGU agrees to enter into necessary and required agreements with Hennepin County for the
specific purpose of developing PROJECT and managing its long-term operation.
V. That John Elholm, Recreation Director, is authorized and directed to execute the application
for the Hennepin County Youth Activities Grant.
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing resolution is a true and correct copy of the resolution presented
to and adopted by the Crystal City Council at a duly authorized meeting thereof held on the 19st
day of March, 2024, as shown by the minutes of said meeting in my possession.
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
4.4
DATE: March 11, 2024
TO: Adam R. Bell, City Manager
City of Crystal City Council
FROM: Jean McGann, Contracted Finance Director
RE: Expenditures over $25,000
Payee Amount
HealthPartners, Inc.March health insurance premiums $140,084.00
IRS - EFTPS Federal & FICA withholding taxes for 2/16/24 pay date $98,470.28
MN PERA Employee & city required contributions for 2/16/24 pay date $72,719.86
Center for Energy & Environment Home improvement loan/grant program $33,496.31
LMCIT Property/casualty insurance Q1 2024 $67,363.00
McDowall Company New public safety building project costs $31,162.87
Metropolitan Council Environ Svs Wastewater services for March $143,220.09
West Metro Fire Rescue District February contribution to West Metro Fire $136,218.05
Golden Valley JWC JWC 2023 adjustment billing based on actual $86,108.01
Hunt Electric Generator replacement at North & South Fire Stations $27,840.00
LMCIT Workers Compensation insurance Q2 2024 $109,650.00
LMCIT Property/casualty insurance Q2 2024 $67,356.00
Metropolitan Council Environ Svs SAC payment for February 2024 $27,061.65
US Aquatics Pools improvements project design #2 $118,035.00
IRS - EFTPS Federal & FICA withholding taxes for 3/1/24 pay date $68,985.17
MN PERA Employee & city required contributions for 3/1/24 pay date $72,530.13
West Metro Fire Rescue District March contribution to West Metro Fire & public safety funds $336,218.05
$1,636,518.47
Description
6.1
Amend Official Zoning Map
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__________________________________________________________________________
FROM: Dan Olson, City Planner
TO: Adam R. Bell, City Manager (for March 19 meeting)
DATE: March 13, 2024
RE: Consider first reading of an ordinance amending the Official Zoning Map to
add airport safety zones in the Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance
__________________________________________________________________________
A.BACKGROUND
The Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance was recently adopted by the Joint Airport Zoning
Board (JAZB) and went into effect on January 1, 2024. Although state law does not
require the new ordinance to be included in the Unified Development Code (UDC), the
city will be administering the ordinance and must amend the city’s official zoning map to
reflect the airport safety zones described in the ordinance.
Notice of the March 11 public hearing for the map amendment was published in the
Sun Post on February 29 and posted to all neighborhoods on Nextdoor.
At the March 11, 2024 Planning Commission public hearing, the Commission
unanimously recommended approval of the zoning map amendment. No one from the
public provided comments.
Attachments:
A.Proposed Official Zoning Map
B.Ordinance
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Amend Official Zoning Map
6.2
Amend Official Zoning Map
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B.BACKGROUND OF MAP AMENDMENT
The adopted Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance describes the following airport safety
zones that are to be added to the city’s zoning map:
•Zone 1:The zone has the same boundaries as the Airport district (AP) and
regulates both land use and structure height.
•Zone 2:This zone primarily regulates structure height.
•Air space:This zone extends from the airport to the cities of Brooklyn Park,
Brooklyn Center, New Hope, Robbinsdale, and Minneapolis and
generally regulates interference with airport operations.
C.REQUESTED ACTION
At the March 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting, the Commission recommended
approval of the amendment to the official zoning map by a vote of 5 to 0 (three
members were absent and one member attended via Zoom and therefore was not able
to vote).
City Council first reading of the ordinance (attachment F) amending the official zoning
map to add airport safety zones is requested.
The following is the proposed schedule for adopting the zoning map amendment:
April 2 Council considers second reading and adoption
April 11 Summary of ordinance published
May 2 Effective date of ordinance
6.2
Attachment A
6.2
ORDINANCE NO. 2024 - _____
CITY OF CRYSTAL
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP TO ADD AIRPORT SAFETY ZONES
THE CITY OF CRYSTAL ORDAINS:
Section 1. Legislative Findings. The City Council of the City of Crystal hereby finds and
determines as follows:
(a)On November 8, 2023, the Joint Airport Zoning Board (JAZB) approved the
Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance (“Airport Ordinance”) and the Airport
Zoning Ordinance went into effect on January 1, 2024; and
(b)Minnesota Statutes, section 462.357, Subdivision 1i requires that airport
safety zones from the Airport Zoning Ordinance be included on maps that
illustrate boundaries of zoning districts and that are adopted as official
controls; and
(c)The Planning Commission held a public hearing, after due notice having been
provided, to amend the City’s official zoning map on March 11, 2024 and
voted to forward the requested amendment to the City Council with a
recommendation that it be approved; and
(d)The City Council determines the proposed amendment to the official zoning
map must be adopted to comply with the statutory requirement to show airport
safety zones on the City’s zoning map.
Section 2. Updated Zoning Map. The Zoning Map of Crystal, Minnesota is hereby amended
by including the airport safety zones as established in the Airport Zoning
Ordinance.
Section 3. Zoning Map Amendment. The zoning administrator is authorized and directed to
amend the zoning map in accordance with this ordinance and to take any such
other actions as may be required to effectuate the approved amendment. The
amended zoning map shall become the City’s official zoning map.
Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance shall not be codified into the Crystal city code and
is effective in accordance with Crystal city code, subsection 110.11.
Attachment B
6.2
_____________________________
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Chrissy Serres, City Clerk
First Reading: _____________
Second Reading and Adoption: _____________________
Publication: ________________________
Effective Date: ________________________
6.2
5208 HANSON COURT NORTH – EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL
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__________________________________________________________________________
FROM: Dan Olson, City Planner
__________________________________________________________________________
TO: Adam R. Bell, City Manager (for March 19 Meeting)
DATE: March 13, 2024
RE: Consider a motion approving a 1-year extension of site and building plan
approval for construction of an office/warehouse at 5208 Hanson Court
On March 21, 2023 the City Council approved site and building plans submitted by Jeff Quinn,
owner of Farr Plumbing and the subject property, for an office/warehouse building on the
vacant lot at 5208 Hanson Court.
City Code Section 510.17 Subd. 2(e) states that such approvals expire after one year unless a
building permit has been issued for the project. At this time no building permit application has
been submitted and the approval expires on March 21, 2024.
Subd. 2(e) also states that the City Council may grant a 1-year extension upon receipt of a
written request including an explanation of the good faith efforts that have been made to
complete the project. Jeff Quinn has submitted such a written request (Attachment A) and staff
recommends approval of an extension to March 21, 2025.
Attachments:
A.Extension request from Jeff Quinn
B.2022 aerial photo
C.Excerpts from the approved plans
REQUESTED COUNCIL ACTION
Approval of a motion extending the expiration date to March 21, 2025.
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Site Plan Extension – 5208 Hanson Ct. N.
6.3
From:Jeff Quinn
To:Dan Olson
Subject:RE: 5208-5216 Hanson Ct N, Crystal
Date:Monday, March 4, 2024 9:25:51 AM
Attachments:image005.png
Hi Dan,
As we discussed previously, my plumbing business did move to Plymouth, as there was an
opportunity I could not say no to.
I still want to build on the Hanson Ct lot. I’m currently trying to make the number work between
increased building costs and interest rates.
I would still like to extend my deadline to build:
1. I have been getting bids and have still been progressing with my plans and selections for the
building. I think it’s clear I’ve acted in good faith thus far, getting all my plans, engineering,
etc. all completed and ready to go.
2.Anticipated completion date would be summer 2025.
Thanks for all your help.
Jeff
From: Dan Olson <Dan.Olson@crystalmn.gov>
Sent: Thursday, February 8, 2024 1:42 PM
To: Jeff Quinn <jeff@farr.plumbing>
Subject: RE: 5208-5216 Hanson Ct N, Crystal
Hi Jeff – Thanks for chatting about your building permit submittal. As we discussed, to request an
extension, submit a letter and/or email to me by March 8, 2024 responding to the following two
questions:
1. An explanation of what, if any, good faith efforts, have been made to complete the site plan
process; and
2. The anticipated completion date.
I would take your letter to the City Council on March 19 to request a 1-year extension.
Dan
Attachment A
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Attachment B
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Attachment C
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Attachment C
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Attachment C
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Memorandum
DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Council
Adam R. Bell, City Manager
FROM: John Elholm, Recreation Director
Brad Fortin, Parks and Facilities Superintendent
SUBJECT: Approval of Plans and Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for Bids
for Improvements in Valley Place and North Lions Parks.
Valley Place Park
The tennis and basketball courts in Valley Place Park are in poor condition and need to be
replaced. Slight relocation of these amenities was proposed in the 2017 Crystal Park and
Recreation System Master Plan. The master plan suggested moving the basketball court to
the east side of the tennis courts, but due to input from neighbors the construction plan calls for
the basketball court to be on the west side of the tennis courts. Funds for this project are
included in the 2024 capital improvement plan – park improvements.
North Lions Park
The west parking lot in North Lions Park is in poor condition and needs to be replaced. A slight
enlargement of the west parking lot was proposed in the 2017 Crystal Park and Recreation
System Master Plan, to align the south driveway with a driveway across the street. The
construction plan follows this recommendation. The current paved/fenced volleyball court is
also in poor condition and is recommended for removal by city maintenance staff as part of this
project. The volleyball court will be replaced with portable volleyball stands and court lines in
the concrete surface hockey rink during the summer. Funds for this project are included in the
2024 capital improvement plan – building fund.
Both of these projects have been reviewed by the Crystal Park and Recreation Commission.
Requested Council Action
Adopt the attached resolution approving plans and specifications for improvements at Valley
Place and North Lions Parks; and authorizing the advertisement of bids for construction of said
improvements.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023 - ______
APROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
FOR IMPROVEMENTS IN VALLEY PLACE AND NORTH LIONS PARKS
PROJECT #S.0317 and #S.0340
WHEREAS, the City of Crystal owns and operates Valley Place and North Lions Parks; and
WHEREAS, the tennis and basketball courts in Valley Place Park and the west parking lot in
North Lions Park are in poor condition; and
WHEREAS, the 2017 Crystal Park and Recreation System Master Plan addresses improvements
in both of these locations; and
WHEREAS, WSB has prepared plans and specifications and advertisement for bids to improve
the tennis and basketball courts in Valley Place Park and west parking lot in North Lions Park as
one project; and
WHEREAS, the Crystal Park and Recreation Commission has reviewed the plans for these
projects, and
WHEREAS, improvements of the tennis and basketball courts at Valley Place Park and west
parking lot in North Lions Park are included in the 2024 long term plan; and
WHEREAS, the plans and specifications are on file at Crystal City Hall, 4141 Douglas Drive
North, Crystal, Minnesota.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. That the Crystal City Council approves the plans and specifications for improvements
in Valley Place and North Lions Parks;
2. That the Crystal City Council authorizes the advertisement for bids for construction
of said improvements.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 19th day of February, 2024.
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________ __________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
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Valley Place Park
Tennis and Basketball Courts
North Lions Park
West Parking Lot
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
VALLEY PLACE PARK & NORTH LIONS PARK IMPROVEMENTS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
CITY OF CRYSTAL, MN
WSB PROJECT NO. 024247-000 PAGE 1
VALLEY PLACE PARK & NORTH LIONS PARK IMPROVEMENTS
FOR THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bids for the construction of Valley Place Park & North Lions Park
Improvements will be received online through QuestCDN vBid™ until Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 2:00 pm
local time. Immediately following expiration of the time for receiving bids, representatives of the City of
Crystal will publicly view Bids at an online Bid opening meeting. Those interested in viewing the online Bid
opening are welcome to join the meeting by logging on to https://zoom.us/join or calling 305-224-1968
and entering Meeting ID 912 0117 7055 and Passcode 602876. The as-read online Bid results will be
available at www.questcdn.com following the Bid opening. All other data in a bidder's response to a bid
are private or nonpublic data until completion of the selection process.
In general, work consists of the following parking lot and tennis/basketball court improvements:
Pavement removals, erosion control, earthwork, storm sewer improvements, concrete paving, asphalt paving,
fencing, painting, and site amenities.
The provisions of MINN. STAT. 16C.285 Responsible Contractor are imposed as a requirement of this
contract. All bidders and persons or companies providing a response/submission to the Advertisement for
Bids of the City of Crystal shall comply with the provisions of the statute.
Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at www.questcdn.com. Bidding
Documents may be downloaded from the website for a nonrefundable fee of $55 by inputting Quest
project #9025707 on the website’s Project Search page.
The website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other
information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other
Bidding Documents will be offered only through the website www.questcdn.com. Neither Owner nor
Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from other
sources.
Bids will only be accepted via the electronic bidding service through QuestCDN.
The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all Bids and to waive irregularities in any Bids
received without explanation. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days. The City Council will
consider and possibly act to award the contract at its meeting on May 7, 2024, which starts at 7:00 PM at
Crystal City Hall, 4141 Douglas Drive N, Crystal, MN 55422.
For all further requirements regarding Bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer
to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.
Bid Security in the amount of 5 percent of the amount of the bid must accompany each bid in accordance with
the Instructions to Bidders.
WSB LLC is the Designer of record on this project. WSB’s representative is Bob Slipka, PLA. Phone:
612-201-5949, Email: rslipka@wsbeng.com.
THE CITY OF CRYSTAL, MN
PUBLISHED IN: Crystal/Robbinsdale Sun Post March 28, 2024 and April 4, 2024
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Memorandum
DATE: March 12, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Council
Adam R. Bell, City Manager
FROM: John Elholm, Recreation Director
Matt Haga, Systems Administrator
SUBJECT: Approval of an Agreement to Install Cameras in the South Parking Lot of the
Crystal Community Center in Grogan Park.
Grogan Park
The south parking lot at the Crystal Community Center was rebuilt in 2023. As part of that
project, conduit and electric wiring was run to 4 light poles for the addition of cameras in the
future. The 2024 capital improvement plan (building fund) includes $80,000 for the addition of
cameras to these light poles. The camera locations will be serviced by fiber runs to overcome
the distance limitations present with ethernet cabling.
Attached is a quote prepared by Computer Integration Technologies (CIT). The work they
propose is all encompassing for the project; and includes four Verkada cameras, mounting
hardware, cabling, and all installation services. These cameras will provide additional coverage
of a city property that currently has limited, if any, security camera capabilities.
Computer Integration Technologies provided a quote of $58,304 to complete this work.
Requested Council Action
Adopt the attached resolution approving an agreement with Computer Integration
Technologies (CIT) in the amount of $58,304; for the installation of 4 cameras in the south
parking lot of the Crystal Community Center.
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
RESOLUTION 2024 -
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT TO INSTALL SECURITY CAMERAS IN THE SOUTH
PARKING LOT OF THE CRYSTAL COMMUNITY CENTER IN GROGAN PARK
PROJECT #S.0332
WHEREAS, the City of Crystal owns and operates Grogan Park and the Crystal Community Center; and
WHEREAS, the City of Crystal is dedicated to providing reliable, secure and cost-effective information
technology hardware for use by the City’s staff and citizens; and
WHEREAS, conduit and electric wiring were run to four light poles in the south parking lot of the
community center, for future installation of cameras, when the lot was rebuilt in 2023; and
WHEREAS, the installation of cameras on these light poles is included in the 2024 Capital Improvement
Plan – Building Fund; and
WHEREAS, the project includes four Verkada cameras, mounting hardware, cabling, and all installation
services; and
WHEREAS, this project will ensure that the City of Crystal’s building security and safety capabilities at
our Crystal Community Center facilities are improved; and
WHEREAS, Computer Integration Technologies provided a quote of $58,304 for the purchase and
installation of the Verkada surveillance cameras; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
A. That the Crystal City Council wishes to enter into an agreement with Computer Integration
Technologies (CIT) in the amount of $58,304; for the installation of four cameras in the south
parking lot of the Crystal Community Center in Grogan Park.
B. That the Crystal City Council hereby authorizes the mayor and city manager to sign the
agreement with Computer Integration Technologies (CIT) to complete the work.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 19th day of March, 2024.
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Christina Serres, City Clerk
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Monday, March 04, 2024
Nick Lesneski, Account Manager ● 651.255.5734 ● nick.lesneski@cit-net.com
Parking Lot Coverage
Presented by:
City of Crystal
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Service Descriptions
Scope of Work
CIT will furnish, install, terminate, test, and label 6-strands of Singlemode fiber from (4) light poles, that will have Verkada
cameras installed, back to the server room.
o The City of Crystal is providing the conduit, weatherproof cabinets, and electrical needs for each light pole.
CIT will furnish, install, and focus (4) Verkada Multisensor camera and PoE++ power injector with 30 days of storage and
5-year licensing.
CIT will furnish and mount (4) Intellinet industrial 4-port switches and power supplies with SFP ports to convert the fiber.
CIT will furnish and mount (1) Intellinet 24-port switch with SFP ports to convert the fiber
CIT will furnish (8) 1GB Singlemode GBICs.
CIT and Verkada will help City of Crystal setup their Verkada Command account for managing Verkada cameras.
Verkada will train authorized City of Crystal admin users on the operation of the cameras.
Assumptions:
o Work to be performed during normal business hours (M-F, 7am-5pm).
o CIT will perform work on a Time and Materials basis and only charge for the materials and labor used to
complete the project.
o CIT is licensed and bonded following State building codes, policies, and standards for low voltage cabling.
o City of Crystal staff will be responsible for adding employee database to Command and setting up profiles,
access levels, schedules, notifications, etc. Verkada will setup a training session with key personnel to provide
guidance on the setup.
o CIT assumes City of Crystal staff will make network configuration changes needed for Verkada service.
o CIT assumes City of Crystal has available PoE network ports for cameras.
o City of Crystal will provide the use of scissor/boom lift for the installation of the cabling and cameras, if needed
for the installation of the cabling and camera.
o City of Crystal will contract an electrical contractor for any power and conduit needed for the installation of the
solution, if needed.
Cameras
Description Qty Price Ext. Price
Verkada CH52-E Outdoor Multisensor Camera, 4x5MP, Zoom Lens, 1TB of
Storage, Maximum 30 Days of Retention
4 $2,575.00 $10,300.00
PoE++ (802.3bt-2018) Injector, GigE 4 $125.00 $500.00
Verkada Arm Mount 4 $75.00 $300.00
Verkada Pendant Cap Mount 4 $55.00 $220.00
Verkada Pole Mount, 2nd Generation 4 $168.00 $672.00
Verkada 5-Year CH52 Multisensor Camera License 4 $1,950.00 $7,800.00
Cameras Misc Materials Estimate 1 $500.00 $500.00
Installation Services Estimate 1 $2,550.00 $2,550.00
Fiber Materials Estimate 1 $10,484.00 $10,484.00
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Cameras
Description Qty Price Ext. Price
Fiber Installation Services Estimate 1 $18,500.00 $18,500.00
Subtotal:$51,826.00
Network Hardware
Description Qty Price Ext. Price
Intellinet Industrial 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet PoE++ Switch with 2 SFP Ports 4 $422.00 $1,688.00
Intellinet 240W Power Supply 4 $142.00 $568.00
Intellinet Ethernet Switch - 28 Ports - Manageable - Gigabit Ethernet -
10/100/1000Base-T, 10/100/1000Base-T - 2 Layer Supported - Modular - 4 SFP
Slots - 431.70 W Power Consumption - 370 W PoE Budget - Twisted Pair, Optical
Fiber - PoE Ports - Rack-mount
1 $524.00 $524.00
Intellinet INDUSTRIAL GIGABIT FIBER SFP OPTICAL TRANSCEIVER M 8 $50.00 $400.00
Subtotal:$3,180.00
2023 Services (T&M)
This is NOT a fixed bid. Services will be billed on a time and materials basis. We will work closely with you and give you as much advance
notice as possible if the project is likely to exceed this estimate.
Description Qty.Std. Rate Discount Price Ext. Price
CIT Network Engineer 16 $220.00 10.00%$198.00 $3,168.00
Subtotal:$3,168.00
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Parking Lot Coverage
Prepared by:Prepared for:Quote Information:
Computer Integration Technologies,
Inc.
City of Crystal Quote #: 023815
Nick Lesneski
651.255.5734
Fax 651.450.0300
nick.lesneski@cit-net.com
5001 West Broadway Ave
Crystal, MN 55429
Matt Haga
(763) 531-1101
matthew.haga@crystalmn.gov
Version: 3
Delivery Date: 03/04/2024
Expiration Date: 04/30/2024
Quote Summary
Description Amount
Cameras $51,826.00
Network Hardware $3,180.00
2023 Services (T&M)$3,168.00
Subtotal:$58,174.00
Shipping:$130.00
Total:$58,304.00
By signing this quote, it is assumed that CIT will proceed with placing orders for the recommended products and services. Quoted prices are
based upon market pricing at the time of the quote. Due to fluctuating market conditions, pricing for third-party hardware, services, and
related products are subject to change due to the market pricing in effect at the time of delivery. CIT will make commercially reasonable
efforts to communicate with the customer for material price increases prior to delivery.
Beyond the standard configuration and deployment of the tool/service, additional configuration, tuning will be billed T&M.
Quotes are subject to customer credit terms and conditions. CIT requires 50% down payment upon acceptance on all orders over
$10,000 unless prior approval has been given. Additional down payment may be required if customer credit line is insufficient.
Each of the parties hereto has caused this Schedule to be duly executed by their authorized representatives on the date expressed below. The
terms of this project proposal ("Schedule") by and between Computer Integration Technologies, Inc., (“CIT”) and Customer are part of, and
are hereby incorporated into, the Master Service Agreement executed by CIT and Customer.
Please do not pay from quote; taxes, shipping, handling and other fees may apply. Not all items are available for refund or exchange and must
be approved by CIT prior to product return. Customers may need to work directly with manufacturers for item returns.
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Computer Integration Technologies, Inc.City of Crystal
Signature:
Name:Nick Lesneski
Title:Account Manager
Date:03/04/2024
Signature:
Name:Jim Adams, Mayor
Date:
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Signature:
Name:Adam R. Bell, City Manager
Date:
03/19/2024
03/19/2024
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Memorandum
DATE: March 19, 2024
TO: City Council
FROM: Ben Perkey, PE, Interim Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Brad Fortin, Superintendent of Parks and Facilities
SUBJECT: HVAC Upgrades for the Crystal Public Works Facility
Background
The Long-Term Plan includes $35,000.00 in 2024 for engineering services and design work to design
supplemental heating systems at the Crystal Public Works facility. The facility was originally
constructed in 2014 and was designed to be a green building. Heating for the facility revolves around a
geothermal system with multiple wells constructed under the parking lot. Energy harvested from the
earth is converted through a series of various heat pumps. However, heating the Public Works facility
during the winter months has proven to be very difficult and insufficient at times. In order to upgrade
our existing system, we must start with a designed and engineered plan. Harris Mechanical, Inc. has
been involved with the building since construction and has the expertise to lead this design. Harris
Mechanical, Inc. has provided an Engineering Services proposal in the total of $33,136.
The next phase of this project would be to upgrade the existing HVAC system with gas fired hot water
boilers for the central offices and gas fired unit heaters to supplement the mechanic’s shop.
Project highlights
•Provide a design for improved seasonal heat for the Crystal Public Works facility
•Extend the life of the existing heat pumps by letting them operate at lower frequencies
•Still maintain the facility’s green footprint by improving the efficiency of the geothermal
heating system
Attachment
•Professional services proposal from Harris Mechanical, Inc. dated December 21st, 2023.
Recommended Action
•Motion to approve the resolution authorizing the engineering services contract for the
design and engineering of HVAC upgrades at the Crystal Public Works facility.
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PROJECT PROPOSAL
Company Proposal Date: December 21st, 2023
Harris
909 Montreal Cir
St. Paul, MN 55102
Customer: Location:
City of Crystal Public Works
5001 West Broadway
Crystal, MN 55429
City of Crystal Public Works
5001 West Broadway
Crystal, MN 55429
Engineering Scope:
- Drawing of existing building backgrounds for starting mechanical design.
- Calculations and verification of existing building system capabilities.
- Design of new heating system.
- Boiler and UH equipment selection.
- Documentation of design and stamped drawings by certified PE.
- Mechanical permitting as required for the project.
Exclusions:
- Equipment purchasing.
- Engineering admin work during project such as submittal approval and punch list.
- Construction of any kind.
Harris Engineering Legal Terms Agreement
Harris Mechanical, recognized as a mechanical contractor, wishes to clarify the scope of insurance coverage. We are not insured to
provide mechanical engineering services as an engineering firm to other contractors. Therefore, in accordance with our contractual
and insurance limitations, this project will be managed as design-build . Within this framework, Harris Mechanical, in our capacity as
the construction contractor, will hold exclusive rights to utilize the officially stamped prints.
PRICING
Mechanical Engineering Documentation: $33,136.00
Upon execution as provided below, this agreement, including the following pages attached hereto (collectively, the “Agreement”),
shall become a binding and enforceable agreement against both parties hereto. Customer, by execution of this Agreement,
acknowledges that it has reviewed and understands the attached terms and conditions and has the authority to enter into this
Agreement.
Harris Mechanical City of Crystal Public Works
Signature (Authorized Representative)
Anthony Bolduc
Signature (Authorized Representative)
Name (Print/ Type)
(612) 201-5593
Name (Print/ Type)
Phone
1/3/2024
Title
Date Date PO#
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Project Agreement Terms and Conditions
The following terms and conditions are incorporated into and a part of the agreement between Contractor and Customer (the
"Agreement"):
1. Customer shall permit Contractor free and timely access to areas and equipment and allow Contractor to start and stop the
equipment as necessary to perform required services. All planned work under this Agreement will be performed during the
Contractor's normal working hours.
2. Contractor warrants that the workmanship hereunder shall be free from defects for thirty (30) days from date of installation. If
any replacement part or item of equipment proves defective, Contractor will extend to Customer the benefits of any warranty
Contractor has received from the manufacturer. Removal and reinstallation of any equipment or materials repaired or replaced
under a manufacturer's warranty will be at Customer's expense and at the rates in effect. CONTRACTOR MAKES NO OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXCEPT AS DESCRIBED HEREIN, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
STATUTORY, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
3. Contractor may invoice Customer on a monthly basis. Customer will promptly pay invoices within thirty (30) days of receipt.
Should a payment become thirty (30) days or more delinquent, Contractor may stop all work under this Agreement without notice
and/or cancel this Agreement, and the entire Agreement amount shall become due and payable immediately without notice or
demand. In addition, if Contractor does not receive payment of a properly submitted invoice within thirty (30) days, Customer shall
accrue a late charge on the balance outstanding at the lesser of (a) 1 1/2% per month of (b) the highest rate allowed by law, in each
case compounded monthly to the extent allowed by law.
4. Any alteration to, or deviation from, this Agreement involving extra work, cost of materials or labor will become an extra charge
(fixed price amount to be negotiated or on a time-and-materials basis at Contractor's rates then in effect) over the sum stated in this
Agreement.
5. In the event Contractor must commence legal action in order to recover any amount payable or owed to Contractor under this
Agreement, Customer shall pay Contractor all court costs and attorneys' fees incurred by Contractor.
6. In the event of a breach by Contractor of the terms of this Agreement, including without limitation Section 2, or in the event
Customer incurs any liability in connection with the rendering of services by Contractor, Customer's sole remedy against Contractor
shall be for Contractor to re-perform the services in accordance with the warranty or, if such services cannot be re-performed or
such re-performance does not cure the breach or the liability, to refund to Customer the amount paid to Contractor under this
Agreement, up to Customer's direct damages caused by such breach or liability. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall the
liability of Contractor in connection with any products or services, whether by reason of breach of contract, tort (including without
limitation negligence), statute or otherwise exceed the amount of fees paid by Customer to Contractor for those products or
services. Further, in no event shall Contractor have any liability for loss of profits, loss of business, indirect, incidental,
consequential, special, punitive, indirect or exemplary damages, even if Contractor has been advised of the possibility of such
damages. In furtherance and not in limitation of the foregoing, Contractor shall not be liable in respect of any decisions made by
Customer as a result of Contractor's services. Any action, regardless of form, against the Contractor relating to this Agreement, or
the breach thereof, must be commenced within one (1) year from the date of the work.
7. Contractor shall not be liable for any delay, loss, damage or detention caused by acts or circumstances beyond its control
including, without limitation, unavailability of machinery, equipment or materials, delay of carriers, strikes, including those by
Contractor's employees, lockouts, civil or military authority, priority regulations, insurrection or riot, war, acts of terrorism, action of
the elements, forces of nature, or by any cause beyond its control.
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8. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Customer shall indemnify and hold harmless Contractor, its agent and employees from and
against all claims, liabilities, damages, losses and expenses (including but not limited to attorneys' fees) arising out of or resulting
from the performance of work hereunder or any act or omission arising out of or related to this Agreement, provided that such
claim, damage, loss or expense is caused in whole or in part by an active or passive act or omission of Customer, anyone directly or
indirectly employed by Customer, or anyone for whose acts Customer may be liable, regardless of whether it is caused in party by
the negligence of Contractor. Further, and notwithstanding the preceding sentence, Contractor shall be held harmless and shall not
be liable to Customer for any claims, liabilities, damages, losses and expenses related to mold or to the creation of mold at
Customer’s location(s) and shall have no obligation to treat, identify or remove such mold.
9. Customer shall make available to Contractor's personnel all pertinent Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) pursuant to OSHA'S
Hazard Communication Standard Regulations.
11. Contractor's obligation under this proposal and any subsequent contract does not include the identification, abatement or
removal of asbestos, mold or any other toxic or hazardous substances, hazardous wastes or hazardous materials. In the event such
substances, wastes and materials are encountered, Contractor's shall have the right thereafter to suspend its work until such
substances, wastes or materials and the resultant hazards are removed. The time for completion of the work shall be extended to
the extent caused by the suspension and the contract price equitably adjusted. As previously provided, Contractor shall be held
harmless and shall not be liable for any claims, liabilities, damages, losses and expenses related to such substances, wastes and
materials, including the failure to identify or notify Customer of such substances, wastes and materials.
12. This Agreement is between Contractor and Customer alone, and neither intends that there be any third-party beneficiaries to
this Agreement. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, by entering into this Agreement and providing services on
Customer's behalf, Contractor is not assuming any duty or obligation to any of Customer's employees, vendors, clients,
subcontractors, agents, shareholders, partners or members. Customer agrees to indemnify and hold Contractor harmless from and
against any and all liabilities, losses, claims, costs, expenses and damages (including without limitation reasonable attorneys' fees)
incurred by Contractor by reason of a claim brought against Contractor by any of Customer's employees, vendors, clients,
subcontractors, agents, shareholders, partners or members with respect to the services provided by Contractor on Customer's
behalf.
13. Each of the parties hereto is an independent contractor and neither party is, nor shall be considered to be, an agent, distributor
or representative of the other. Neither party shall act or present itself, directly or indirectly, as an agent of the other or in any
manner assume or create any obligation on behalf of, or in the name of, the other.
14. These terms and conditions, together with the attached documents, constitutes the entire agreement and understanding among
the parties hereto and supersedes any and all prior agreements and understandings, oral or written, relating to the subject matter
hereof. It sets forth the terms for the provision of any products or services Contractor may provide Customer, whether in
connection with the particular engagement that is identified as the subject of this Agreement or otherwise, unless and until a
written instrument is signed by an authorized representative of Contractor agreeing to different terms. This Agreement shall not be
assignable by Customer and Contractor without the express prior written consent of either party. This Agreement shall be governed
by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of the Contractor's headquarters are located, without giving effect to that
State's conflicts of laws principles.
15. If paying with credit card a 3% surcharge will be added to total project price.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - _____
AUTHORIZING THE CONTRACT FOR ENGINEERING AND DESIGN
SERVICES FOR HVAC UPGRADES FOR THE CRYSTAL PUBLIC WORKS
FACILITY
WHEREAS, the Crystal City Council is committed to energy conservation and
maintaining temperature control in its municipal buildings, and;
WHEREAS, upgrading our HVAC system at the Crystal Public Works facility
requires intricate engineering and design to determine the facility’s needs, and;
WHEREAS, the need to upgrade the heating system at our Public Works facility
is apparent, and;
WHEREAS, the City’s Long Term Plan has funds available for such upgrades,
and;
WHEREAS, Harris Mechanical, Inc. is a well-known and reputable contractor
and has previously worked in the Crystal Public Works facility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Crystal City Council hereby
authorizes the professional services agreement to Harris Mechanical Inc. for the
engineering and design of the HVAC system at the Crystal Public Works facility.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and/or City Manager are hereby
authorized to sign said contract.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 19th day of March, 2024.
Jim Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
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AGENDA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
• REGULAR MEETING •
TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2024
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 7:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. Call to order *
2. Roll call *
3. Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024 regular meeting
4. Consider a resolution amending the subgrant agreement for a Hennepin County
Brownfields grant at 3401-3417 Douglas Dr. N.
5. Property status update *
6. Other business *
7. Adjournment *
*Items for which no materials are included in the packet
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Minutes of the
Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal
Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
February 20, 2024
1. Call to Order
President Onesirosan called the meeting of the Economic Development Authority of the
City of Crystal (EDA) to order at 7:31 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Upon call of the roll, the following Commissioners were present: Jim Adams, John
Budziszewski, David Cummings, Forest Eidbo (attending remotely in accordance with
M.S. Section 13D.02), Traci Kamish, Therese Kiser and Taji Onesirosan.
The following staff were present: Executive Director Adam Bell, Deputy Executive
Director John Sutter and City Attorney Jason Hill.
3. Approval of Minutes
Moved by Commissioner Adams (Kamish) to approve the minutes from the January 2,
2024 annual organizational meeting. Motion carried.
4. 2024 Work Program discussion
Staff presented information about existing and potential work program elements
including façade grants, artistic wraps for traffic signal cabinets and entry monument
signs.
After EDA discussion, staff will develop more focused criteria but wider geographic
eligibility for façade grants, seek local artists’ proposals for cabinet wraps, and gather
additional information about potential entry monuments as a possible 2025 project.
5. Property Status Update
Staff provided updates on the following properties:
6827 56th Ave. N. (Bass Lake Road) - vacant Dairy Queen
3600 Douglas Dr. N. - Wine Thief & Ale Jail
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6. Other Business
There was no other business.
7. Adjournment
Moved by Commissioner Kiser (Kamish) to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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These minutes of the February 20, 2024 meeting of the Crystal Economic Development
Authority were approved by the Authority on ________________ ____, 20___.
______________________________
Taji Onesirosan, President
ATTEST:
______________________________
Traci Kamish, Secretary
3401-3417 DOUGLAS DR N – AMEND SUB GRANT AGREEMENT
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__________________________________________________________________________
FROM: Dan Olson, City Planner
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TO: Adam R. Bell, Executive Director (for March 19 EDA Meeting)
DATE: March 13, 2024
RE: Consider a resolution amending the subgrant agreement for a Hennepin
County Brownfields grant at 3401- 3417 Douglas Dr N.
BACKGROUND
On June 20, 2023 the EDA approved a grant agreement with Hennepin County and a
subgrant agreement with Hampton Companies for a property cleanup at 3401-3417 Douglas
Drive North, vacant lots owned by the EDA. Hampton purchased the properties not long after
these grant agreements were approved and is now ready to begin construction of eight
townhome units.
Hampton is requesting that the subgrant agreement be amended to allow them to use a
different engineering firm to oversee the implementation of the MPCA’s Response Action Plan
(RAP) than the firm designated in the agreement. City staff is in agreement with this change.
ATTACHMENTS:
1.First Amendment to the subgrant agreement
2.Resolution amending subgrant agreement
EDA STAFF REPORT
Amend Subgrant Agreement for 3401 – 3417
Douglas Drive North
3401-3417 DOUGLAS DR N – AMEND SUB GRANT AGREEMENT
PAGE 2 OF 2
ACTION REQUESTED
EDA approval of the attached resolution is requested.
2022 Aerial Photo:
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FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE SUBGRANT
AGREEMENT WITH HAMPTON COMPANIES, LLC
This First Amendment (“Amendment”) to the Subgrant Agreement (“Agreement”) is
made an entered into effective this 19th day of March 2024 by and between the Economic
Development Authority of the City of Crystal, a Minnesota economic development authority (the
“Grantee”), and Hampton Companies, LLC, a limited liability company in the state of
Minnesota (“Subgrantee”). Grantee and Subgrantee may hereinafter be referred to individually
as a “party” and collectively as the “parties.”
RECITALS
A.The parties entered into the Agreement dated June 20, 2023 to set out the terms by which the
Grantee would make grant funds the Grantee received from Hennepin County pursuant to a
Environmental Response Grant Agreement to the Subgrantee for environmental cleanup of
Subgrantee’s properties located at 3401 - 3417 Douglas Drive North in the City of Crystal.
B.The Subgrantee had been working with the engineering firm Braun Intertec regarding the
project and the Agreement identifies that firm as the engineer on the project.
C.The Subgrantee has requested the Agreement be amended to allow it to select another
engineering firm to assist it with the project.
D.The Grantee is agreeable to the amendment, provided the City of Crystal staff approve of the
new engineering firm.
AMENDMENT
In consideration of the on-going premises and the mutual promises set forth in the
Agreement, the parties hereby agree to amend the Agreement as follows:
(1)The parties agree the first paragraph of the Agreement is hereby amended by adding the
double underlined material as follows:
1.Project. Subgrantee agrees to undertake and complete the Project in accordance with
the requirements of the Grant Agreement, this Agreement, and all applicable federal,
state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances. Subgrantee shall, at its own
cost, hire the Engineer, or other engineering firm approved by Grantee’s staff, to
oversee the Project to ensure it is conducted in accordance with the requirements of
the Grant Agreement and applicable laws. Subgrantee is solely responsible for hiring
such other contractors as may be needed to complete the Project in accordance with
the Grant Agreement.
(2)The parties agree the Agreement remains valid and that no other changes to it are intended
by this Amendment.
The parties have entered into this Amendment effective as of the date first written above.
Attachment A
CR205-30-939378.v2
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
_________________________________________
Taji Onesirosan, President
_________________________________________
Adam R. Bell, Executive Director
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of ____________, 2024,
by Taji Onesirosan and Adam R. Bell, the President and Executive Director, respectively, of the
Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal, a Minnesota economic development
authority, on behalf of the authority.
Notary Public
NOTARY STAMP OR SEAL
CR205-30-939378.v2
HAMPTON COMPANIES, LLC
By: _________________________________
Its: _________________________________
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss
COUNTY OF RAMSEY )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of March 2024, by Joel T
Larson, the President of Hampton Companies, LLC, a limited liability company in the State of
Minnesota on behalf of the company.
Notary Public
NOTARY STAMP OR SEAL
THIS INSTRUMENT DRAFTED BY:
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered (TJG)
Fifth Street Towers, Suite 700
150 South Fifth Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 337-9300
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 01___
RESOLUTION APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO
A SUBGRANT AGREEMENT WITH HAMPTON COMPANIES, LLC
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal (“EDA”) entered into a
purchase agreement with Hampton Companies, LLC (“Hampton”) to purchase the Properties located at
3401 - 3417 Douglas Drive North (collectively, the “Properties”); and
WHEREAS, the EDA also entered into a Subgrant Agreement (“Agreement”) with Hampton to allow them
to utilize grant funds the EDA received from Hennepin County pursuant to an Environmental Response
Fund Grant Agreement to clean contaminated soils from the Properties; and
WHEREAS, the Agreement indicated Hampton would continue to work with the same engineering firm
that performed the initial environmental reviews of the Properties, but Hampton has requested the
Agreement be amended to allow it to select a different engineering firm to assist it in with the project; and
WHEREAS, the attached First Amendment to the Subgrant Agreement with Hampton Companies, LLC
(“Amendment”) was prepared to accommodate the request; and
WHEREAS, the EDA is agreeable to the proposed Amendment, provided EDA/City staff approves of
the engineering firm Hampton desires to hire for the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal
that it hereby approves the attached Amendment to the Agreement and authorizes the President and
Executive Director to execute it on behalf of the EDA.
Adopted this 19th day of March 2024.
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Taji Onesirosan, President
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Adam R. Bell, Executive Director
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