2025.03.18 Council Meeting Packet
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: March 14, 2025
City Council Meeting Schedule
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time Meeting Location
6:30 p.m.
City council work session to discuss:
1. West Metro Fire-Rescue District quarterly update.
2. Council liaison reports.
3. Constituent issues update.
4. City manager update.
5. New business.
6. Announcements.
Council chambers/Zoom
6:45 p.m. Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting Council chambers/Zoom
7 p.m. City council meeting Council chambers/Zoom
Immediately
following the city
council meeting
Continuation of city council work session, if necessary
Council chambers/Zoom
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Time: March 18, 2025, 6:30 p.m., Central Time (US and Canada)
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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 14, 2025
City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
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 18, 2025, 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 Economic Development Authority meeting at 6:45 p.m.,
the work session will be continued and resumed immediately following the city council meeting.
The public may attend the meeting via Zoom by connecting to it through one of the methods
identified on the City Council Meeting Schedule for Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Budziszewski ____ Bell
____ Cummings ____ Tierney
____ Deshler ____ Therres
____ Eidbo ____ Elholm
____ Kamish ____ Larson
____ Kiser ____ Revering
____ Onesirosan ____ Hubbard
____ Struve
____ 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. Council liaison reports.*
3. Constituent issues update.*
4. City manager update.*
5. New business.*
6. Announcements.*
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at ______ p.m.
* Denotes no documentation included in the packet.
Auxiliary aids are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling the city clerk at
(763) 531-1145 at least 96 hours in advance. TTY users may call Minnesota Relay at 711 or 1-800-627-3529.
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West Metro Fire-Rescue District
March 18, 2025
Quarterly Update
ADMINISTRATION/OPERATIONS/COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Calls for Service Report
January 1 – December 31, 2024 Total Calls for Service 2103 1666 with 1 severe weather
Crystal 987 Estimated fire loss $1,604,084
New Hope 1060
Mutual Aid 55
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
No response per COVID-19 Protocols 178
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
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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
Retirement / Resignation
Firefighter Pat O’Malley retired on December 12, 2024 he was the longest serving firefighter EVER in the
history of West Metro Fire, Crystal Fire and New Hope Fire. He served the residents of Crystal and New Hope
for over 38 years. Apprentice Adam Lockrem resigned on December 19, 2024 after nearly 2 years with West
Metro, he left and became a full-time firefighter with St. Cloud Fire Department. Firefighter Ron Sederstrom
resigned on January 14, 2024 after nearly 17 years of service. Recruit Tyler Eckwright re signed on
January 8, 2025 after just over a month with us.
Fire Inspector/Lieutenant Jon Jaeger (full-time) retired on March 3. We hired his replacement from an internal
job posting. Ian Watson started on February 25.
Leave of Absence (LOA)
Captain Tara Gray began a LOA on January 1, 2025.
Recruitment
In November we brought on 2 lateral transfer paid, on-call firefighters. These are two experienced firefighters
that we brought on as apprentices. In December we hired 13 recruit paid, on call firefighters.
Staffing
We are currently at 11 full-time and 58 paid, on-call Firefighters, of which, 6 are on LOA.
Honor Guard
We had honor guard members help with the funeral of retired Fire Marshal Ralph Messer on January 25, 2025.
Community Outreach
Below is a list of the outreach projects Jesus Soto has done over the last two quarters:
Activity Age Group Date Amount
Explorers Teens 10/3/2024 12
Home Depot BP Families 10/5/2024 300
Beacon Academy Children 10/8/2024 50
Beacon Academy Children 10/9/2024 50
Beacon Academy Children 10/10/2024 25
YMCA Senior Expo 55 plus 10/10/2024 200
Near Food Shelf Families 10/12/2024 200
Pub Ed Children 10/15/2024 30
Sonnesyn Elementary Children 10/15/2024 25
Cooper HS with North Teens 10/16/2024 50
Explorers Teens 10/17/2024 10
3
Home Safety Survey 2 Seniors/1 Grandchild 10/17/2024 3
Home Safety Survey 1 Adult 10/17/2024 1
Station Tour 1 Adult/1 Child 10/18/2024 2
Sonnesyn Elementary Children 10/22/2024 25
Evergreen Elementary Pre-K 10/23/2024 25
SMART911 Presentation to Crystal Command Staff 10/23/2024 7
Sonnesyn Elementary Children 10/24/2024 100
New Hope City Day Families 10/24/2024 200
6607 46th Place B-Day Cake Family 10/25/2024 5
Live Burn WM FF's 10/26/2024 25
Kahoot Winner Visit Family 10/29/2024 5
Neil Elementary Children 10/30/2024 150
Explorers Teens 11/7/2024 10
Home Safety Survey 2 Adults/ 2 Children 11/8/2024 4
Meadow Lake Elementary Children 11/12/2024 60
Kahoot Winner Visit Family 11/12/2024 4
Meadow Lake Elementary Children 11/13/2024 80
Meadow Lake Elementary Children 11/14/2024 40
Home Safety Survey 1 Adult 11/15/2024 1
Home Safety Survey 2 Adults/2 Dogs 11/15/2024 2
Home Safety Survey 2 Seniors 11/18/2024 2
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion Children 11/19/2024 60
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion Children 11/20/2024 80
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion Children 11/21/2024 50
Explorers Teens 11/21/2024 12
Home Safety Survey 1 Senior 11/22/2024 1
Home Safety Survey 2 Adults/2 Children 11/22/2024 4
Home Safety Survey 2 Adults 11/22/2024 2
Home Safety Survey 1 Senior 11/25/2024 1
Home Safety Survey 2 Seniors 11/26/2024 2
Home Safety Survey 1 Senior/1 Dog 11/26/2024 1
Kahoot Winner Visit Family 11/26/2024 6
Station Tour 2 Adults 12/2/2024 2
Forest Elementary Children 12/3/2024 80
Forest Elementary Children 12/4/2024 60
Explorers Teens 12/5/2024 12
HSS Seniors 12/6/2024 2
HSS Seniors 12/6/2024 2
HSS Seniors 12/6/2024 2
Forest Elementary Children 12/10/2024 40
HSS Seniors 12/11/2024 1
Anthony James Apartments Seniors 12/11/2024 30
Interview with CCX-Hydrant Hero News 12/12/2024 2
HSS Seniors 12/12/2024 1
HSS Seniors 12/13/2024 1
HSS Seniors 12/13/2024 1
4
PIM School Teens 12/17/2024 4
HSS Seniors 12/18/2024 1
HSS Family/2 Children 12/18/2024 4
HSS Seniors 12/19/2024 1
HSS Seniors 12/20/2024 2
HSS Adult 12/20/2024 1
HSS Family 12/31/2024 3
WM Explorers Teens 1/2/2025 8
HSS Adult 1/3/2025 1
Meeting with State Marshal Adult 1/7/2025 1
HSS Seniors 1/9/2025 2
Interview with CCX-SMART911 News 1/15/2025 1
WM Explorers Teens 1/16/2025 8
HSS Seniors 1/24/2025 2
Home Safety S u rveys (HSS)
In 2024 we conducted 41 surveys our goal is 30.
TRAINING /EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Officer Leadership Series
West Metro Fire is participating in an officer development program in a joint effort with the Plymouth Fire
Department and Century College. Fire Instructor I and Officer I have already been completed, Fire Instructor II
is currently underway. Upcoming classes include Fire Officer II, Strategy and Tactics, and Fire Inspector I.
Recruit Firefighters
The 2024 recruit class completed all seven pre-academy training sessions and the initial mentor program. The
pre-academy training and initial mentor program are designed to prepare the recruits for success at the Fire
Academy and orient the recruits to the District in a step by step process.
West Suburban Fire Academy
The West Suburban Fire Academy started on January 18, 2025 with a total of 38 recruits combi ned from
Plymouth, Golden Valley, West Metro, and Maple Grove. Classes are typically held on Monday & Thursday
evenings, with a graduation date of June 9, 2025.
Emergency Management
West Metro Fire-Rescue has been awarded an Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant from FEMA, totaling
$91,247, for the purpose of upgrading and renovating the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at Station 3.
Captain Wheeler is currently working through the Minnesota HSEM Grant Portal and with HSEM Grant
Administrators on requisite documentation to continue this process prior to grant disbursement. Tentative
goal for the award disbursement is the end of 2025.
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LOGISTICS
Facilities
Captain Grimes worked with contractors to replace the exterior aluminum doors at both the front and rear of
Station 3.
Equipment
Captain Grimes is collaborating with the training division to evaluate primary fire attack thermal imaging
cameras.
Apparatus and Vehicles
We have the HAAS alerting system in our engines.
HAAS Safety Cloud digital alerts have been reaching drivers via the Waze navigation app since 2017. In 2022,
Apple Maps was added as a digital alerting partner and brought our alerts to millions of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®
and RAM vehicles. Recently, Mercedes-Benz added our alerts as part of a beta trial for in-vehicle safety
notifications to their drivers. VW will launch Road Awareness Alerts on select cars model year 2024 and 2025
later this year in the U.S.
The graphics for the new Suburban have been completed.
Staff are working closely with vendors to place orders for the emergency packages and upfitting of both the
Suburban and the 1-ton grass rig.
Lt. Nichols has successfully mounted all lights, sirens, and accessories on the new duty officer vehicle. He is
currently installing wiring harnesses and control modules.
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IT and Communications
Assistant Chief Kunde has been meeting with vendors to evaluate options for replacing the iPads used in our
trucks. We’re seeking a cost-effective solution that enables two-way communication with Hennepin Dispatch.
As the dispatch center becomes busier and the recruitment of new dispatchers proves more challenging, air
time on radios has become more valuable. By integratin g devices that allow us to report in-service, arrival, and
clear times, we can reduce unnecessary radio traffic, while still capturing important data for reporting and
trend analysis.
PREVENTION
Inspections/Plan Reviews
Inspections 1/1/2024 thru 12/31/2024 Current Previous
Completed 1007 839
No violations 415 325
Re-inspections completed satisfactory 337 159
Re-inspections completed unsatisfactory 93 133
Awaiting re-inspection 162 212
Fire Permits Issued in January
Crystal 6
New Hope 4
Brycer Compliance Engine
We currently have 61 deficiency letters out for fire protection issues at several buildings. Businesses are
working on, and correcting the violations as they are informed of them. To date, there are 516 buildings in
compliance.
Fire Investigations:
10/25/2024 – 56XX Zealand Avenue North (Small cooking fire)
10/27/2024 – 33XX Yukon Avenue North (Electrical meter fire)
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10/28/2024 – 32XX Winnetka Ave North (Commercial building fire, fire sprinkler save. One fire
sprinkler activated. The cause of this fire was improper
disposal of batteries)
11/6/2024 – 57XX Winnetka Avenue North (Small cooking fire)
11/11/2024 - Sunnyview Park (Playground fire, arson)
11/12/2024 - Winnetka and Quebec Avenue North (Vehicle fire)
11/14/2024 - Sunnyview Park (Playground fire, this was an arson fire. The police
arrested the suspects that started the fire)
11/24/2024 – 59XX Elmhurst Avenue North (Fire out report. Fire cause was improper disposal of
staining rags in a garbage can)
11/23/2024 – 52XX Scott Avenue North, (Candle on bed fire, contained to bedroom)
12/12/2024 – 58XX Hampshire Avenue North (Small appliance fire)
12/20/2024 - 62nd Avenue North and Highway 169 (Car fire)
12/05/2024 – 58XX Hampshire Avenue North (Small stove fire caused by oven glove)
12/19/2024 – 76XX 36th Avenue North (Small electrical fire in outlet)
12/22/2024 – 84XX 56th Avenue North (Small kitchen fire)
12/15/2024 – 54XX Boone Avenue North (Small refrigerator fire)
01/08/2025 – 53XX Kentucky Avenue North (Small electrical outlet fire)
01/09/2025 – 55XX Douglas Drive (Door mat fire)
01/12/2025 – 53XX Kentucky Avenue North (Small dishwasher fire)
01/29/2025 – 80XX Bass Lake Road (Small stove top fire from cooking)
Received the following email from a resident:
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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 14, 2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
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. Consent Agenda
The council will consider the following items, which are routine and non-controversial in nature,
in a single motion:
3.1 Approval of the minutes from the following meetings:
a. The city council work session on March 4, 2025.
b. The city council meeting on March 4, 2025.
3.2 Approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by the finance department.
3.3 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk.
3.4 Adoption of a resolution accepting a donation.
3.5 Adoption of a resolution authorizing an application for a Hennepin County Tree Canopy Grant.
3.6 Adoption of a resolution approving plans and specifications and advertisement for bids
related to the Twin Oaks Park project.
3.7 Approve a Proposal for Feasibility Study Services from Bolton & Menk for the Feasibility of
JWC Douglas Drive Watermain Replacement.
3.8 Adoption of a resolution to apply for a Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Recreation
Grant for a soccer field in North Lions Park.
3.9 Adoption of a resolution to apply for a Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Recreation
Grant for improvements in Woodland Park.
4. Open Forum
The city council appreciates hearing from citizens about items of concern and desires to set aside
time during each meeting for open forum. To provide ample opportunity for all, speaking time is
limited to three minutes and topic discussion is limited to ten minutes. The mayor may, as
presiding officer, extend the total time allowed for a topic. By rule, no action may be taken on any
item brought before the council during open forum. The council may place items discussed during
open forum onto subsequent council meeting agendas.
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5. Public Hearing
5.1 The mayor will open a public hearing to receive comment, and the council will consider
approval of a new off-sale liquor license for Gurung Spirits, LLC dba Liquor Barrel located at
2728 Douglas Dr. N.
The applicant has submitted a new off-sale liquor license application on behalf of Gurung
Spirits, LLC dba Liquor Barrel located at 2728 Douglas Dr. N. for the period ending June 30,
2025. The property is zoned Commercial and is within 500 feet of Bassett Creek Park. A
zoning code provision effective Jan. 1, 2025, does not allow liquor stores on property
within 500 feet of a park, but this liquor store existed prior to that date and therefore is a
nonconfirming use, which means it may continue but not expand. Staff has reviewed the
liquor license application materials, and a background check was completed by the police
department. Staff finds no reason to prohibit the issuance of the license and recommends
approval.
6. Regular Agenda
6.1 The council will consider the second reading of an ordinance amending the requirement for
mandatory facility boarding for all animal bites, and a resolution approving summary
language for publication.
The council is asked to consider the second reading and adoption of an ordinance
amending how the city manages cases involving animal bites and the mandatory
quarantine. The first reading of the ordinance was approved at the March 4 meeting. This
amendment proposes changing where quarantine impoundment may take place to allow
the quarantine to occur at a location other than the designated impound facility if the
officer deems it appropriate. The current ordinance mandates quarantine in the city-
designated facility. The mandatory 10-day quarantine at the city’s designated pound
facility is not always appropriate or required. This proposed change would permit the
responding officer to use his or her discretion and permit a qualified animal owner to
conduct the 10-day quarantine at home. This change would save the city and the residents
money in cases where facility impoundment is unnecessary. Recommend approval of the
second reading, adoption, and resolution for summary publication of the proposed
ordinance.
6.2 The council will consider a resolution awarding the contract for the 2025 Mill and Overlay
project.
Areas have been identified for mill and overlay in 2025. The areas included are
approximately two miles of road in the northwest quadrant of Douglas Drive/42nd Ave. N.,
and the north parking lot at the Community Center. The total estimated cost for the
projects was $898,127. The project includes bituminous resurfacing and concrete curb and
gutter repair. Eight bids were received and the low qualified bid came in below the
estimate at $792,422.40. There is $1,282,000 budgeted in the 2025 Long Term Plan capital
fund for this work. Recommend approval of the resolution awarding the contract to Valley
Paving, Inc. for the 2025 street resurfacing project.
6.3 The council will consider the first reading of an ordinance amending the requirements for
liquor and tobacco licensing regulations.
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At the February 4 work session, the council discussed amending the liquor and tobacco
licensing regulations. These proposed amendments establish a cap on the number of licenses,
clarify training requirements, align penalty structures for alcohol and tobacco violations, and
specify the method for computing penalty timelines, aiming to enhance regulatory clarity,
ensure consistency in enforcement and uphold public safety standards. Recommend approval
of the first reading of the ordinance amendments. The second reading and adoption of the
proposed ordinance amendments and the administrative penalties will be considered at the
April 1 council meeting.
7. Announcements
a. The next city council meeting is Tuesday, April 1 at 7 p.m. in the council chambers at city hall
and via Zoom.
b. 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
*Denotes no supporting information included in the packet.
Have a great weekend; stay healthy. See you at Tuesday’s meeting.
Crystal City Council work session minutes March 4, 2025
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 at 6:32 p.m. on March 4, 2025, in the council
chambers at city hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN and via Zoom. Mayor Deshler called the
meeting to order.
I.Attendance
The deputy city clerk recorded the attendance for city council members and staff:
Council members present: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
City staff present: City Manager A. Bell, City Attorney R. Tierney, Assistant City Manager K. Therres,
Recreation Director J. Elholm, Police Chief S. Revering, Deputy Police Chief B. Hubbard, Public
Works Director/City Engineer J. Struve, Community Development Director J. Sutter, Recreation
Services Manager M. Margo and Deputy City Clerk C. Yang.
II.Agenda
The council and staff discussed the following agenda item:
1.Boulevard trees overview.
At 6:58 p.m., Mayor Deshler recessed the work session and continued it until immediately after the
city council meeting.
Mayor Deshler reconvened the work session at 7:44 p.m. to continue discussion of the following
agenda items:
2.Park system master plan overview.
3.Recreation Department quarterly update.
4.Constituent issues update.
5.New business.
6.Announcements.
III.Adjournment
The work session adjourned at 9:19 p.m.
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
Chee Yang, Deputy City Clerk
3.1(a)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes March 4, 2025
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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 March 4, 2025, at 7:02 p.m. in the council
chambers at city hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N. in Crystal, MN and via Zoom. Mayor Deshler called the
meeting to order.
Roll Call
Mayor Deshler asked the deputy city clerk to call the roll for elected officials. Upon roll call, the
following attendance was recorded:
Council members present: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
City staff present: City Manager A. Bell, City Attorney R. Tierney, Assistant City Manager K. Therres,
West Metro Fire-Rescue District Fire Chief S. Larson, Assistant Fire Chief J. Kunde, Police Chief S.
Revering, Deputy Police Chief B. Hubbard, Public Works Director/City Engineer J. Struve, Community
Development Director J. Sutter, Recreation Director J. Elholm, Recreation Services Manager M. Margo,
Communications Manager M. Peterson and Deputy City Clerk C. Yang.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Deshler led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2.Approval of Agenda
The council considered approval of the agenda.
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Eidbo to approve the
agenda.
Motion carried.
3.Appearances
3.1 Sergeant Jake Albers and Project Delta’s Ashley Brotten introduced facility dog “Moe” to the city
council and provided an overview of what Project Delta does.
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. 13, 2025.
b. The city council and Inclusion and Diversity Commission special joint work session on Feb. 13,
2025.
c.The city council work session on Feb. 18, 2025.
d.The city council meeting on Feb. 18, 2025.
4.2 Approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by the finance department.
4.3 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk.
4.4 Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-25, approving acceptance of an $8,500 grant from the
Minnesota Department of Public Safety for the 2025 Law Enforcement and Fire Department
Therapy Dog Program.
3.1(b)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes March 4, 2025
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4.5 Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-26, approving the purchase of a replacement one-ton truck with
snowplow and accessories.
4.6 Adoption of resolutions amending the budget and the fee schedule:
a. Resolution No. 2025-27, amending the budget for the fiscal year 2025.
b. Resolution No. 2025-28, amending the fee schedule and adding organics collection.
4.7 Approval of a contract with Eckberg Lammers P.C. for 2025 – 2027 prosecuting legal services.
Moved by Council Member Kamish and seconded by Council Member Kiser to approve the consent
agenda.
Motion carried.
5.Open Forum
The following person addressed the council:
•Jill Scholz, 6516 40th Ave. N., regarding city reforestation initiatives.
6.Regular Agenda
6.1 The council considered the first reading of an ordinance amending the requirement for
mandatory facility boarding for all animal bites.
Deputy Police Chief Brian Hubbard addressed the council.
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Kamish to adopt the
following ordinance:
ORDINANCE 2025 - 02
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER IX PUBLIC SAFETY, SECTION 910
ANIMAL CONTROL
And further, that the second and final reading will be held on March 18, 2025.
Voting aye: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
Motion carried.
6.2 The council considered the second reading of an ordinance amending the membership of the
Sustainability Commission, and a resolution approving summary language for publication.
City Manager Adam R. Bell addressed the council.
Moved by Council Member Eidbo and seconded by Council Member Kiser to adopt the following
ordinance:
ORDINANCE 2025 - 01
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUSTAINABILITY
COMMISSION
And further, that this is the second and final reading.
Voting aye: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
Motion carried.
3.1(b)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes March 4, 2025
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Moved by Council Member Eidbo and seconded by Council Member Budziszewski to adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – 29
RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY LANGUAGE
FOR PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-01
Voting aye: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
6.3 The council considered the appointment of Anna Rickert to the Sustainability Commission upon
the effective date of Ordinance No. 2025-01, amending the membership of the commission.
City Manager Adam R. Bell addressed the council.
Moved by Council Member Onesirosan and seconded by Council Member Cummings to approve
the appointment of Anna Rickert to the Sustainability Commission upon the effective date of
Ordinance No. 2025-01, amending the membership of the commission.
Voting aye: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Eidbo, Kamish and Kiser.
Motion carried.
7. Announcements
The council and staff made announcements about upcoming events.
8. Adjournment
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Eidbo to adjourn the
meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
___________________________________
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Chee Yang, Deputy City Clerk
3.1(b)
DATE: March 11, 2025
TO: Adam R. Bell, City Manager
City of Crystal City Council
FROM: Jean McGann, Contracted Finance Director
RE: Expenditures over $25,000
Payee Amount
Metropolitan Council Wastewater Services for April $157,087.86
The Armored Group LLC Unmarked Police Van $175,000.00
West Metro Fire Rescue District March Contribution to West Metro Fire
$150,029.25
WSB & Associates Inc 2024 Utility Reconstruction & Park Design Planning $31,088.00
Kone Inc City Hall Elevator Refurbish $54,842.86
MN PERA Employee & City Required Contributions for 2/28/25 Pay Date $76,824.80
HealthPartners, Inc.March Health Insurance Premiums $162,340.12
IRS - EFTPS Federal & FICA Withholding Taxes for 2/28/25 Pay Date $77,177.31
$910,068.67
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City of Crystal Council Meeting
March 18, 2025
Applications for City License
Rental (new)
3001 Utah Ave. N. – Logan and Emma Brown
6129 32nd Ave. N. – Tim Mangle
Rental (renewal)
4500 Adair Ave. N. – Reill Properties (Conditional)
5023 Angeline Ave. N. – Bridget Nelson (Conditional)
4555 Brunswick Ave. N. – Sean Leintz
4612 Hampshire Ave. N. – HPA II Borrower 2021-1 LLC (Conditional)
2710-2712 Jersey Ave. N. – Tim Morse
5204 Jersey Ave. N. – Felix Volzing (Conditional)
5943 Jersey Ave. N. – James Waters
6034 Jersey Ave. N. – James Waters
5737 Kentucky Ave. N. – Kentucky Villa (Conditional)
3501 Louisiana Ave. N. – Morada Crystal LLC (Conditional)
5816 Orchard Ave. N. – Invitation Homes (Conditional)
5716 Pennsylvania Ave. N. – Ray Truelson
5849 Quail Ave. N. – Invitation Homes (Conditional)
3010 Sumter Ave. N. – Central Crystal Village LLC (Conditional)
5229 Unity Ct. N. – RTO Investments (Conditional)
4301 Welcome Ave. N. – GW Group LLC (Conditional)
5631 Welcome Ave. N. – Brian Hanf
5716 Wilshire Blvd. – Mike Viaene and Jon Kotrba (Conditional)
4246 Xenia Ave. N. – RTO Investments (Conditional)
7224 33rd Ave. N. – Mark Berthelsen
5800-5804 36th Ave. N. – Daljit Chawla
6424 45th Ave. N. – Kathryn Blaul
5324 48th Ave. N. – Sebit Artema (Conditional)
4924 53rd Ave. N. – Emily Wilson
6001 56th Ave. N. – R&G Housing (Conditional)
6017 56th Ave. N. – R&G Housing (Conditional)
6712 60th Ave. N. – Pranab Chatterjee (Conditional)
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – ___
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
New Hope Crime Prevention Fund Board Police Explorers program $950
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 18th day of March, 2025.
By: __________________________
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
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___________________________________________________________________________
FROM: John Sutter, Community Development Director
D ATE: March 12, 2025
TO: Adam R. Bell City Manager (for March 18 meeting)
SUBJECT: Consider a resolution authorizing a Hennepin County Healthy Tree Canopy
grant application and execution of a grant agreement if awarded
Hennepin County has a Healthy Tree Canopy grant program which, among other things,
provides grant funds to remove Emerald Ash Borer infested trees on public property and plant
replacement trees. The grant request is for the maximum award of $50,000. The required 25%
match of $12,500 would be more than covered by expenditures already included in the 2025
Forestry budget. The practical effect of this grant would be to augment city funds budgeted for
EAB response and reforestation. The city has received this $50,000 grant twice before, so
implementation and administration will be relatively simple and straightforward.
Note: The vast majority of EAB infested trees are on private property but this county
grant program may not be used for that purpose. The Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources has a grant program (ReLeaf) for which trees on private property are
eligible. In fall 2023, staff submitted a $550,000 ReLeaf application for private EAB
removal and replacement in the years 2024-2026. The city’s application (along with
many others) was not funded, as $33,119,000 was requested but only $6,883,000 was
available. Staff intends to submit a ReLeaf application when the next round of funding is
available later in 2025.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
Adopt the attached resolution authorizing submittal of an application requesting $50,000 from
the Hennepin County Healthy Tree Canopy grant program, and execution of the grant
agreement if funds are awarded.
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Hennepin County Healthy Tree
Canopy Grant
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-___
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION AND
EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR A
HEALTHY TREE CANOPY GRANT
WHEREAS, a healthy tree canopy is an important factor in neighborhood appeal, livability,
and environmental health; and
WHEREAS, the City of Crystal is being significantly impacted by the Emerald Ash Borer;
and
WHEREAS, these impacts include expenditures related to removal and replacement of
diseased Ash trees on public property; and
WHEREAS, Hennepin County has created the Healthy Tree Canopy grant program to
assist with said removal and replacement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Crystal to
authorize submittal of an application requesting $50,000 from the Hennepin County Healthy Tree
Canopy grant program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Crystal to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the Healthy Tree Canopy grant
agreement with Hennepin County if funds are awarded.
Adopted this 18th day of March, 2025.
______________________________
Julie Deshler
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, 2025
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 Twin Oaks Park.
Twin Oaks Park
Twin Oaks Park is a 4.7-acre park in the Twin Oaks neighborhood of Crystal. Facilities in the
park are old and in need of replacement. The warming house building and hockey rink have
been removed. The 2025 capital improvement plan (park improvements) includes funds for a
play area, picnic shelter, basketball court and trails in Twin Oaks Park. This project will also
receive funds from the Hennepin Youth Activities grant program and the Hennepin County
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The play area and picnic shelter have
been ordered. Bid documents have now been prepared for pavement removals, erosion
control, earthwork, concrete paving, asphalt paving, court painting, water service, electrical, site
amenities and restoration.
Concept plans for the park were reviewed at a public meeting in the park on August 7, 2024
and by the parks and recreation commission as plans were developed. A site plan and draft
ad for bid are attached here.
Requested Council Action
Adopt the attached resolution approving plans and specifications for improvements at Twin
Oaks Park; and authorizing the advertisement of bids for construction of said improvements.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ______
APROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
FOR IMPROVEMENTS IN TWIN OAKS PARK
WHEREAS, the City of Crystal owns and operates Twin Oaks Park; and
WHEREAS, the facilities in Twin Oaks Park are in poor condition; and
WHEREAS, the 2017 Crystal Park and Recreation System Master Plan addresses improvements
in Twin Oaks Park; and
WHEREAS, the 2025 capital improvement plan (park improvements) includes funds for a play
area, picnic shelter, basketball court and trails in Twin Oaks Park; and
WHEREAS, additional funding has been allocated to the project through a Hennepin Youth
Activities grant and Community Development Block Grant; and
WHEREAS, WSB has prepared plans and specifications and advertisement for bids to make
improvements in Twin Oaks Park; and
WHEREAS, the Crystal Park and Recreation Commission has reviewed the plans for these
improvements as they were developed, 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 Twin Oaks Park;
2. That the Crystal City Council authorizes the advertisement for bids for construction
of said improvements.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 18th day of March, 2025.
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
Christina Serres, City Clerk
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
TWIN OAKS PARK IMPROVEMENTS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
WSB PROJECT NO. 027592-000 PAGE 1
TWIN OAKS PARK IMPROVEMENTS
FOR THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bids for the construction of Twin Oaks Park Improvements will be
received online through QuestCDN vBid™ until Thursday, April 24, 2025 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 XXX XXXX XXXX (TBD) and Passcode XXXXXX (TBD). 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 park improvements:
Pavement removals, erosion control, earthwork, concrete paving, asphalt paving, court painting, water
service, electrical, site amenities and restoration.
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 #XXXXXXX (TBD) 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 6, 2025, 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 April 3, 2025 and April 10, 2025
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Memorandum
DATE: March 18, 2025
TO: Adam Bell
FROM: Jesse Struve, PE, Director of Public Works / City Engineer
Jose Galeano, Utilities Superintendent
SUBJECT: Award Contract to Bolton and Menk for Joint Water Commission (JWC) Douglas Dr Feasibility
Report
Background
Hennepin County is planning on doing a reclaim project along Douglas Drive from 27th Ave. to almost
West Broadway. The reclaim process is to grind up about 12” of bituminous and gravel, mix everything
together, and then pull 6” of this mix off and pave the road. While this is not considered a full reconstruction, it
is much more than a standard mill and overlay.
The JWC has a major feeder line that runs under Douglas Drive for the entire duration of this project. It was
originally installed in the 1950’s is a prestressed concrete pipe wrapped in wire. There are also a lot of homes with
services that connect directly to this important line. When Golden Valley replaced a segment of this pipe a few
years ago, they found there was a lot of corrosion taking place where the corp connects into the pipe.
The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the JWC worked with Bolton and Menk to come up with the
framework of the feasibility report (see attached). This is a critical pipe that if it fails, it will have significant
impacts to delivering water to the 3 communities. The feasibility report will look at various ways to replace
the pipe with Hennepin County’s project and will develop a cost estimate to all methods evaluated.
The TAC presented this to the JWC commissioners who approved moving forward with the feasibility study in an
hourly, not-to-exceed amount of $53,600.
Project Cost
The total cost of the feasibility study is $53,600.
Project Funding
The City of Crystal will pay this amount and will get reimbursed by the JWC for all related costs.
Recommended Action
Motion authorizing the contract for the JWC valve replacement project.
Attachment
•Bolton and Menk Proposal
•Council resolution for approval
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February 24, 2025
Mr. Noah Schuchman, Chair and Designated Spokesperson of the Joint Water Commission
City Manager for Golden Valley
City of Golden Valley, MN
Re: Proposal for Feasibility Study Services
Douglas Drive Watermain Feasibility Study & Evaluation
Mr. Schuchman:
We are pleased to offer you our proposal for feasibility study services needed to develop the Joint Water
Commission’s (referred to the JWC herein) Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project for the public
watermain located along Douglas Drive between Medicine Lake Road and West Broadway, in Crystal, MN. Our
proposed effort involves an estimated 310 hours of Bolton & Menk staff time. The associated proposed hourly,
not-to-exceed fee is $53,600.
Following this cover letter, please find:
· Proposed Scope of Work (Exhibit 1) detailing the proposed process and scope of work to be performed
by Bolton & Menk.
· Detailed Hourly Work Plan & Fee Estimate
Thank you for allowing Bolton & Menk to submit this proposal for your consideration. If this proposal is
acceptable, please send the JWC’s standard agreement and we will get it executed. We are committed to
successfully analyzing the project area and developing a cost-effective project that best meets the needs of the
JWC. We truly appreciate the opportunity to work with you on this project.
Please contact me at (952) 358-1845 with any questions or comments regarding this proposal.
Sincerely,
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Mitchell R Hoeft, P.E.
Principal Engineer - Regional Water/Trenchless Group Manager
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EXHIBIT 1: PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORK
FEASIBILITY STUDY SERVICES
DOUGLAS DRIVE WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
THE JOINT WATER COMMISION
A. BASIC SERVICES
The JWC has requested support from Bolton & Menk to assist in the feasibility study and
development of its future Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project. The three miles of
watermain planned for replacement is located along Douglas Drive from Medicine Lake Road to
West Broadway and is comprised of 16”, 24”, and 30” Prestressed Concrete Cylindrical Pipe
(PCCP) watermain material.
The following staff are anticipated to be most heavily involved in the proposed efforts:
Name Title Hourly Rate
Mitchell Hoeft, P.E. Principal Engineer/Project Manager $ 210.00
Logan Schottroff, P.E.
Nick Pawlak
Trenchless Project Engineer
Design Engineer
$ 178.00
$ 168.00
Alhossin Alsadi Design Engineer $ 168.00
Kendell Hillis GIS Specialist $ 150.00
Cathryn DeBaker Administrative Assistant $ 109.00
A description of our proposed services is detailed below in correlation to the Detailed Work
Plan.
Task 1: Existing Conditions Research & Drafting
Existing conditions research & drafting services for the Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement
Project will be broken down into the following tasks:
1. GSOC & Private Utility Mapping
2. Project Related Data Acquisition
3. Prepare Existing Conditions Drawing
4. JWC Water Model Review/Soil Boring Review
Below are task specific deliverables that will occur for each specified task.
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1.1: GSOC & Private Utility Mapping
Bolton and Menk will initiate a Gopher State One ticket to help with understanding what private
utilities in the area may impact the proposed improvements discussed in Task 2 of this proposal.
The private utility information provided will be incorporated into the creation of all construction
impact figures. This will help to reduce the risk of unexpected challenges that may have the
potential for financial or timeline sensitive setbacks during future final design efforts.
1.2: Project Related Data Acquisition
Bolton & Menk will gather & review existing infrastructure data (provided by the JWC) for
incorporation into the feasibility study.
Sources to be reviewed include:
1. JWC & City of Crystal GIS Records
2. JWC & City of Crystal As-Built Records
3. JWC & City of Crystal Historical Project Related Records
4. JWC & City of Crystal Water Model
5. Soil Borings (as available)
After reviewing this information, Bolton & Menk will facilitate a meeting with JWC staff to
discuss the existing conditions and receive input from staff regarding general knowledge of the
utility and any additional anticipated replacement needs of the commission that must be
addressed with this project.
1.3: Prepare Existing Conditions Drawing
After acquiring & reviewing all data-related information collected during this process, Bolton &
Menk will create an existing condition drawing (in CADD) to serve as a basis of existing
conditions and project constraints along the project corridor. This drawing will be expanded
during Task 2 to better understand the construction impacts and costs associated with various
methods of watermain replacement needed to address the overall project need.
1.4: JWC Water Model Review/Soil Boring Review
Time has been allocated to the proposal efforts to review the existing Joint Water Commission
water model to better understand how construction related impacts will impact water flow to the
JWC communities during construction. Various scenarios of watermain replacement will be run
through the model to help determine temporary water needs and associated costs needed to
ensure reliable water service to the community during the replacement of this critical water line.
Time has also been allocated in the proposal to research and review existing soil boring records
that may be available along the project corridor to help determine soil conditions that may
impact the various methods of pipe replacement being analyzed in this proposal.
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Task 1 Estimated Costs:
It is estimated that the total cost for all items in task 1 of this proposal is anticipated to be
$14,280.
Task 2: Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimates
Bolton and Menk will develop construction impact figures and cost estimates associated with
various methods of watermain replacement available to the JWC for this project. Figures will
illustrate preliminary estimated construction limits, pipe replacement items, and the general
constructability impacts to the proposed project corridor. These figures will be used as a basis for
providing a cost estimate comparison between the alternative approaches discussed below.
Task 2 of the feasibility study will be completed by analyzing the following methods of
watermain replacement available to the owner for this project:
1. Open Cut Excavation & Replacement of Trunk Watermain (Including New Services)
2. Open Cut Excavation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New
Services)
3. HDD Installation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New
Services)
Below are task specific deliverables that will occur for each specified task.
2.1: Open Cut Excavation Replacement of Trunk Watermain (Including New Services)
Bolton and Menk will develop a construction impact figure detailing the impacts involved in the
open cut excavation & replacement of the existing JWC watermain along Douglas Drive. This
will also include the replacement of the existing private watermain services to the public Right-
of-Way, including new curb stops. Exploring this method will likely result in extensive
temporary water costs that need to be analyzed to complete work in this manner. Figures will
illustrate the preliminary construction limits, pipe replacement items, and general constructability
impacts to the corridor for this construction method. Upon completion of the replacement
figures defined above, Bolton & Menk, Inc. will prepare an itemized preliminary cost estimate
for this approach which can be used to compare the alternate methods.
2.2: Open Cut Excavation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New
Services)
Bolton and Menk will develop a construction impact figure detailing the impacts involved in
installing a new watermain in parallel with the existing watermain along Douglas Drive. This
method is being considered to potentially lower the temporary water costs associated with this
work as the existing watermain will be able to remain in service during a large portion of the new
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watermain construction. This method will also include connecting the private water services to
the new parallel watermain including full replacement of the service lines to the public Right-of-
Way, including new curb stops. Once complete, the existing trunk watermain would be
disconnected from the system and properly abandoned in place. This figure will illustrate the
preliminary construction limits, pipe replacement items, and general constructability impacts to
the corridor for this construction method. Upon completion of the replacement figures defined
above, Bolton & Menk, Inc. will prepare an itemized preliminary cost estimate for this approach
which can be used to compare the alternate methods.
2.3: HDD Installation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New Services)
Lastly, Bolton and Menk will develop a construction impact figure detailing the impacts
involved in horizontal directional drilling (HDD) installation of a new watermain parallel with
the existing watermain along Douglas Drive. This method is being considered to potentially
lower the temporary water costs associated with this work as the existing watermain will be able
to remain in service during a large portion of the new watermain construction. This method will
also include connecting the private water services to the new parallel watermain including full
replacement of the service lines to the public Right-of-Way, including new curb stops. Once
complete, the existing trunk watermain would be disconnected from the system and properly
abandoned in place. This figure will illustrate the preliminary construction limits, pipe
replacement items, and general constructability impacts to the corridor for this construction
method. Upon completion of the replacement figures defined above, Bolton & Menk, Inc. will
prepare an itemized preliminary cost estimate for this approach which can be used to compare
the alternate methods.
Task 2 Estimated Costs:
It is estimated that the total cost for all items in task 2 of this proposal is anticipated to be
$27,852.
Task 3: Feasibility Memorandum & Meetings
Task 3 for the Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project will be broken down into the
following tasks:
1. Feasibility Report Writing
2. Feasibility Related Meetings
Below are task specific deliverables that will occur for each specified task.
3.1: Feasibility Report Writing
A feasibility memorandum will be prepared to document the overall findings of the feasibility
study. Included in the memorandum will be a recap of the services provided and written
directions as to how the JWC may choose to address the replacement needs of the watermain in
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question. All construction impact figures, and engineer’s estimation of construction costs
developed during the study will be provided such that the commission can better understand not
only future construction disturbances for its project stakeholders but also overall project related
costs associated with the various potential methods for replacement explored with this study.
3.2: Feasibility Related Meetings
Bolton and Menk will produce agendas and lead meetings with JWC at various stages of the
feasibility study development to ensure that we are staying on task and meeting the needs of the
commission during the study.
We anticipate brief meetings at the following stages of project development:
1. Feasibility Kickoff
2. Existing Conditions Research Conclusion
3. Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimate Conclusion
4. Final Report Delivery
Task 3 Estimated Costs:
It is estimated that the total cost for all items in task 3 of this proposal is anticipated to be
$11,468.
B. ADDITIONAL SERVICES
If requested, Bolton and Menk will work with the JWC to amend this proposal to include
additional services that may be required to meet the project related needs of the JWC at any point
during the feasibility study and overall project development.
Additional potential services include:
1. Surveying and/or GIS Data Collection
2. Soil Boring Acquisition and Project Management
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Client: Joint Water Commission
Project: Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project - Feasibility Study
Task
No. Work Task Description Project Manager / Principal EngineerProject EngineerTrenchless Design EngineerMunicipal Design EngineerGIS ServicesClericalTotals
1.0 Existing Conditions Research & Drafting
1.1 GSOC & Private Utility Mapping 4 8 4 16
1.2 Project Related Data Acquisition 2 4 4 10
1.3 Prepare Existing Conditions Drawing 2 4 8 16 4 34
1.4 JWC Water Model Review/Soil Boring Review 4 16 4 24
Subtotal Hours - Task 1 8 12 24 24 16 0 84
2.0 Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimates
2.1 Open Cut Excavation & Replacement of Trunk Watermain (Including New Services)4 8 32 8 2 54
2.2 Open Cut Excavation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New Services) 4 8 32 8 2 54
2.3 HDD Installation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Adandon Existing (Including New Services) 4 8 32 8 2 54
Subtotal Hours - Task 2 12 24 96 24 6 0 162
3.0 Feaibility Memorandum & Meetings
3.1 Feasiblity Report Writing 8 24 4 4 4 44
3.2 Feasibility Related Meetings 8 4 4 4 20
Subtotal Hours - Task 3 16 28 8 8 0 4 64
Detailed Fee Estimate
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Detailed Fee Estimate
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Client: Joint Water Commission
Project: Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project - Feasibility Study
Task
No.Work Task Description
Project Manager / Principal EngineerProject EngineerTrenchless Design EngineerMunicipal Design EngineerGIS ServicesClericalTotal
Hours
Total
Cost
1.0 Existing Conditions Research & Drafting 8 12 24 24 16 0 84 $14,280
2.0 Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimates 12 24 96 24 6 0 162 $27,852
3.0 Feaibility Memorandum & Meetings 16 28 8 8 0 4 64 $11,468
Total Hours 36 64 128 56 22 4 310
Average Hourly Rate $210.00 $178.00 $168.00 $168.00 $150.00 $109.00
Subtotal $7,560 $11,392 $21,504 $9,408 $3,300 $436
Fee Summary
Total Base Fee
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
$53,600
Fee Totals
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ______
AWARD CONTRACT TO BOLTON AND MENK FOR THE JOINT WATER
COMMISSION (JWC) DOUGLAS DRIVE FEASIBILITY REPORT
WHEREAS, the City is committed to providing a reliable water distribution system; and
WHEREAS, regular maintenance and replacement is a routine part of providing for a
reliable water system; and
WHEREAS, Bolton and Menk submitted a proposal to perform a feasibility report for the
replacement of the JWC main under Douglas Drive; and
WHEREAS, the commissioners for the JWC approved the feasibility report.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Crystal City Council awards the
contract to Bolton and Menk for the JWC Douglas Drive Feasibility Report.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 18th day of March, 2025.
Julie Deshler, 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, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
Adam R. Bell, City Manager
FROM: John Elholm, Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Grant Application to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for
a Soccer Field in North Lions Park
The City of Crystal has a long-term plan for making capital improvements. One project
identified in the 2025 park improvement fund is installing a new soccer field in North Lions
Park. To better align with other potential funding sources, the project is proposed to be
moved to 2026. Converting the existing baseball field into a soccer field is proposed in the
city’s 2017 Park System Master Plan, and is supported by a current high number of
requests for rectangle fields and few requests for baseball fields.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources offers grants through their Outdoor
Recreation Grant Program for projects such as this. The grants are for, “park acquisition
and/or development/redevelopment including, internal park trails, picnic shelters,
playgrounds, athletic facilities, boat accesses, fishing piers, swimming beaches and
campgrounds.”
The grant can fund up to 50% of the project with a maximum grant amount of $350,000. The
approximate cost of a soccer field with irrigation, amended soil, grass seed, etc. is
$400,000; so, the maximum grant amount would be $200,000. Matching funds are available
in the city’s park improvement fund, and other grants are being sought as well.
One condition of funding is that “all land improved or acquired with assistance from the grant
program must be retained and operated solely for outdoor recreation into perpetuity”. This
is the same condition that was put on Becker Park with the recent DNR grant for pickleball
courts.
The grant application is due March 31, and it requires a resolution of support from the
Crystal City Council. Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution to apply for a
Minnesota DNR grant in the amount of $200,000 for a soccer field in North Lions Park.
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
RESOLUTION 2025 –
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT APPLICATION TO
THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR A
NEW SOCCER FIELD IN NORTH LIONS PARK
BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Crystal act as legal sponsor for the project contained in the
Outdoor Recreation Grant application to be submitted on March 31, 2025 and that Recreation
Director John Elholm is hereby authorized to apply to the Department of Natural Resources for
funding of this project on behalf of the City of Crystal.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the applicant maintains an adequate Conflict of Interest Policy
and, throughout the term of the contract, will monitor and report any actual or potential
conflicts of interest to the State, upon discovery.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Crystal has the legal authority to apply for financial
assistance, and it has the financial capability to meet the match requirement (if any) and ensure
adequate construction, operation, maintenance and replacement of the proposed project for
its design life.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Crystal has not incurred any development costs and
has not entered into a written purchase agreement to acquire the property described in the
Cost Breakdown section on this application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Crystal has or will acquire fee title or permanent
easement over all the land described in the boundary map or recreational site plan included in
the application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, upon approval of its application by the State, the City of Crystal
may enter into an agreement with the State for the above-referenced project, and that the City
of Crystal certifies that it will comply with all applicable laws and regulations as stated in the
grant agreement including dedicating the park property for uses consistent with the funding
grant program into perpetuity.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute such
agreements as necessary to implement the project on behalf of the applicant.
I CERTIFY THAT the above resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Crystal on
March 18, 2025.
SIGNED: WITNESSED:
________________________________ _____________________________________
(Signature – Julie Deshler) (Signature – Christina Serres)
Mayor 03/18/2025 City Clerk 03/18/2025
(Title) (Date) (Title) (Date)
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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, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
Adam R. Bell, City Manager
FROM: John Elholm, Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Grant Application to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for
Improvements in Woodland Park
The City of Crystal has a long-term plan for making capital improvements. Several projects
are identified in the 2026 park improvement fund for Woodland Park; including a play area,
picnic shelter, basketball court and trail connections. The picnic shelter is approximately 45
years old and the play area is 25 years old. This project is consistent with the description of
neighborhood park facilities in the city’s 2017 Park System Master Plan. Woodland Park is
the only city park east of Highway 100.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources offers grants through their Outdoor
Recreation Grant Program for projects such as this. The grants are for, “park acquisition
and/or development/redevelopment including, internal park trails, picnic shelters,
playgrounds, athletic facilities, boat accesses, fishing piers, swimming beaches and
campgrounds.”
The grant can fund up to 50% of the project with a maximum grant amount of $350,000. The
approximate cost of a new play area, picnic shelter, basketball court and trail connections in
Woodland Park is $350,000; so, the maximum grant amount would be $175,000. Matching
funds are available in the city’s park improvement fund.
One condition of funding is that “all land improved or acquired with assistance from the grant
program must be retained and operated solely for outdoor recreation into perpetuity”. This
is the same condition that was put on Becker Park with the recent DNR grant for pickleball
courts.
The grant application is due March 31, and it requires a resolution of support from the
Crystal City Council. Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution to apply for a
Minnesota DNR grant in the amount of $175,000 for improvements in Woodland Park.
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
RESOLUTION 2025 –
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT APPLICATION TO
THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES TO
REDEVELOP WOODLAND PARK
BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Crystal act as legal sponsor for the project contained in the
Outdoor Recreation Grant application to be submitted on March 31, 2025 and that Recreation
Director John Elholm is hereby authorized to apply to the Department of Natural Resources for
funding of this project on behalf of the City of Crystal.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the applicant maintains an adequate Conflict of Interest Policy
and, throughout the term of the contract, will monitor and report any actual or potential
conflicts of interest to the State, upon discovery.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Crystal has the legal authority to apply for financial
assistance, and it has the financial capability to meet the match requirement (if any) and ensure
adequate construction, operation, maintenance and replacement of the proposed project for
its design life.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Crystal has not incurred any development costs and
has not entered into a written purchase agreement to acquire the property described in the
Cost Breakdown section on this application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Crystal has or will acquire fee title or permanent
easement over all the land described in the boundary map or recreational site plan included in
the application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, upon approval of its application by the State, the City of Crystal
may enter into an agreement with the State for the above-referenced project, and that the City
of Crystal certifies that it will comply with all applicable laws and regulations as stated in the
grant agreement including dedicating the park property for uses consistent with the funding
grant program into perpetuity.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute such
agreements as necessary to implement the project on behalf of the applicant.
I CERTIFY THAT the above resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Crystal on
March 18, 2025.
SIGNED: WITNESSED:
________________________________ _____________________________________
(Signature – Julie Deshler) (Signature – Christina Serres)
Mayor 03/18/2025 City Clerk 03/18/2025
(Title) (Date) (Title) (Date)
3.9
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Public hearing: March 18, 2025 City Council meeting
Consideration of a new off-sale liquor license for Gurung
Spirits, LLC dba Liquor Barrel
DATE: March 12, 2025
FROM: City Clerk Chrissy Serres
TO: Mayor and City Council
City Manager Adam R. Bell
CC: Police Chief Stephanie Revering
RE: Consideration of a new off-sale liquor license for Gurung Spirits, LLC dba Liquor Barrel located at
2728 Douglas Dr. N.
Background
Nir Gurung has submitted an off-sale liquor license application for Gurung Spirits, LLC dba Liquor
Barrel located at 2728 Douglas Dr. N. for the licensing period ending June 30, 2025.
The property is zoned Commercial and is within 500 feet of Bassett Creek Park. A zoning code
provision effective Jan. 1, 2025 does not allow liquor stores on property within 500 feet of a park, but
this liquor store existed prior to that date and therefore it is a nonconforming use which means it
may continue but not expand.
Staff has reviewed the liquor license application materials. A background check was completed by the
police department. In addition, Ms. Gurung has contacted the police department regarding alcohol
awareness and compliance server training.
A public hearing notice was published in the Sun Post on March 6 (Attachment A), as well as posted
on Nextdoor.
In addition, Ms. Gurung has also applied for a retail tobacco license for the 2025 licensing period
ending Dec. 31, 2025.
Ms. Gurung will be attending the March 18 council meeting.
Requested City Council action
Staff recommends approval of the new off-sale liquor license for Gurung Spirits, LLC dba Liquor Barrel
located at 2728 Douglas Dr. N.
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER AN OFF-SALE LIQUOR LICENSE
AT 2728 DOUGLAS DR. N.
Notice is hereby given that the Crystal City Council will hold a public hearing on March
18, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 4141 Douglas Dr. N., to consider
an off-sale liquor license at 2728 Douglas Dr. N., submitted by Gurung Spirits, LLC dba
Liquor Barrel. Anyone wishing to express a view either in person or in writing will be
heard at the public hearing.
Auxiliary aids are available for public meetings upon request to individuals with
disabilities by calling the city clerk at 763-531-1145 at least 96 hours in advance. TTY
users may call Minnesota Relay at 711 or 1-800-627-3529.
City Clerk Chrissy Serres
Attachment A
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“Service with Compassion, Integrity, & Professionalism”
TO:
FROM:
CC:
DATE:
Mayor and Council Members
Brian V. Hubbard, Deputy Police Chief
Stephanie K. Revering, Chief of Police
Adam R. Bell, City Manager
March 13, 2025
SUBJECT: Consider second reading of an ordinance amending Crystal
City Code Section 910 – Animal Control
___________________________________________________________________________
MEMORANDUM
BACKGROUND
As the Police Department staff has been finalizing arrangements for moving to a new vendor
for animal impound services for the city, staff has reviewed City Code Section 910 – Animal
Control. In this review, staff have identified two recommended changes to ensure the Code is
consistent with the practices and needs moving forward with the new vendor, as follows:
The first proposed change includes adding subdivision to Section 910.23 related to Animal
pounds. This addition would allow city staff to authorize a veterinary provider to provide
necessary care for animals brought into the facility, including medical stabilization services
and administration of preventative vaccines to any animal seized and placed at the facility for
standard, highly contagious ailments that are a concern in settings where pets are in close
proximity to each other.
Occasionally, animals that are located and seized are injured or in medical distress. This
addition would allow city staff to authorize basic treatment for these animals to stabilize or
deal with obvious injuries. In addition, this addition would allow the facility to administer
preventative vaccinations to any animal placed in the facility to ensure that highly contagious
ailments are not brought into or spread through the vendor’s facility.
Costs for stabilization would be billed to the animal owner when they claim their pets. Costs
for preventative vaccinations would be included in the animal impound fees already charged
to pet owners when they claim their pets.
The second proposed change would be to Section 910.25 Subd. 1 related to the current
requirement that all pets involved in an animal bite incident be quarantined in a facility. The
ordinance currently requires all animals that have bitten a person and have broken the skin, or
when the victim has sought the services of a doctor, the animal must be impounded at the city
animal pound for at least a 10-day quarantine period.
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While staff believes the 10-day quarantine period is a necessary and precautionary
requirement in these situations, staff also believes that not all situations require the quarantine
to occur in a facility, and there are times when requiring the animal to be quarantined at their
residence under the supervision and care of the animal owner is appropriate. Some of the
considerations that may be used to make these determinations might include the
circumstances of the animal bite, the history of the animal, the cooperation of the animal
owner, and the ability of the animal owner to effectively supervise a required in-home
quarantine.
Officers must retain the option to require the mandatory boarding of an animal involved in a
bite, but allowing officers the discretion to not place all animals in a mandatory boarding
facility when deemed unnecessary saves expenses to the animal owner and the city for
boarding services and provides a more familiar environment for the animal.
The Council is asked to consider the second reading of an ordinance amending Section 910
of the Crystal City Code regarding Animal Control. Recommend approval of the second
reading of the proposed ordinance. The second reading and adoption of the ordinance would
be considered at the March 18, 2025, meeting.
RECOMMENDATION
Motion to approve the second reading of the ordinance amending Section 910 – Animal
Control of the Crystal City Code.
ATTACHMENTS
Section 910 of the Crystal City Code with proposed changes (REDLINE VERSION).
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
ORDINANCE #-2025 - ___
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER IX PUBLIC SAFETY, SECTION 910
ANIMAL CONTROL
The City of Crystal ordains:
ARTICLE I. Chapter IX, Section 910 of the Crystal city code is hereby amended as follows and
renumbering the subdivisions as may be needed:
910.23. Animal pounds.
Subd. 1. Designation. The city shall designate one or more animal pounds at which animals
seized shall be kept in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 346.47.
Subd. 2. Disposal. Animals impounded under this section must be held in accordance with
Minnesota Rules, part 1721.0520, and may be disposed of as outlined in Minnesota Rules, part
1721.0520, subpart 10.
Subd. 3. Reclamation. An owner or claimant of a dog impounded by reason of violation of
any provision of this section may reclaim the dog within five business days upon obtaining a
license therefor, if unlicensed, and paying the appropriate impounding fees as set forth in Crystal
city code, appendix IV. The reclamation of a dangerous dog is set forth in Crystal city code,
subsection 910.39.
Subd. 4. Medical Treatment & Vaccinations. The city may authorize a veterinary provider
to provide necessary care for animals brought into the facility, including medical stabilization
services and administration of preventative vaccinations to any animal seized and placed at the
facility for standard, highly contagious ailments that are a concern in settings where pets are in
close proximity to each other.
910.25. Impounding.
Subd. 1. Animal bites. An animal that is capable of transmitting rabies and that has bitten
a person such that the skin has been broken, as determined by the responding officer, or the person
seeks the services of a doctor, must be taken up and impounded at the city animal pound and
quarantined for at least ten days from the time of the bite, and in any event until it is determined
whether or not the animal had or has rabies. If the animal has bitten a person, the animal may be
immediately euthanized if required to test for rabies as determined by the state or county health
authority, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control may be, or at the request of the
owner. If non-lethal testing is possible and the animal is found to be rabid, it must be destroyed;
if it is found not to be rabid, it will be returned to the owner provided that owner first pays for the
cost of impounding and quarantining it. If the owner does not pay such costs within five business
days after being notified to claim or retrieve the animal, the animal may be disposed of as
provided in Crystal city code, subsection 910.23. If the animal control officer determines that
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exceptional medical conditions circumstances so require, the officer may permit impound the
animal and require the animal to be impounded and quarantined at an impounding facility other
than the city animal pound, provided that the facility must be one acceptable to approved by the
police chief or on the owner's premises. and the The animal must be kept separate and apart from
all other animals and under the proper care and supervision of a licensed veterinarian as
determined by the authorized city personnel. The city may refuse to permit confinement on the
owner's premises if the animal has previously been found repeatedly at large, if the animal does
not have a currently effective rabies inoculation, or other circumstances exist where the city
deems quarantine at the owner’s premises is not appropriate. If confinement on the owner's
premises is permitted, the animal may not be allowed off the premises or in contact with people
or other animals during the confinement period, except for medical purposes. If the owner fails
to comply with these restrictions, authorized city personnel may enter onto the property, seize the
animal, and remove it to a veterinary hospital or impound facility. The cost incurred by the city
in carrying out the provisions of this subsection must be paid by the owner of the impounded
animal.
ARTICLE III. Effective Date. This ordinance is effective upon adoption and 30 days after
publication.
BY THE CITY COUNCIL
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
First Reading: March 4, 2025
Second Reading: __________, 20____
Council Adoption:_________, 20____
Publication:
Effective Date:
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - __
RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY LANGUAGE
FOR PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-__
WHEREAS, the Crystal City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-__ “CHAPTER IX Public
Safety, Section 910 Animal Control (the “Ordinance”) at its meeting held on March 18, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Section 3.12 of the Crystal City Charter and Section 110.13 of the Crystal
City Code indicate that ordinances approved by the City Council will be published in summary
form and that the City Council is to approve the form of the summary.
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, section 412.191, subd. 4, allows publication by title and
summary in the case of lengthy ordinances or those containing charts or maps; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Crystal that the
following summary language is hereby approved for publication of the Ordinance:
CITY OF CRYSTAL
ORDINANCE #2025-___
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER IX PUBLIC SAFETY, SECTION 910
ANIMAL CONTROL
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE No. 2025-__
Ordinance No. 2025-__ has been approved by the city council on March 18, 2025. A printed copy
of the full text of the ordinance is available on the city’s website and may be obtained by contacting
the city clerk’s office.
The ordinance amendment authorizes necessary medical treatment for animals and expands
the locations where mandatory quarantine of animals can occur. A copy of the full
ordinance is available on the city’s website and may be obtained by contacting the city
clerk’s office.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the city clerk is hereby authorized and directed to do
each of the following:
1. Publish the approved summary language once in the city’s official newspaper;
2. Place a copy of this Resolution, the full text of the Ordinance, and the affidavit of publication of
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the summary language in the city’s ordinance book;
3. Make the full text of the Ordinance available for public inspection in the office of the city clerk
during the city’s regular business hours; and
4. Post the updated Crystal City Code on the city’s website.
Adopted this 18th day of March, 2025.
______________________________
Julie Deshler
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Chrissy Serres
City Clerk
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Memorandum
DATE: March 18, 2025
TO: City Council
FROM: Jesse Struve, PE, Director of Public Works / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Award Contract for 2025 Mill & Overlay S.3887
Summary
The 2025 Street Maintenance Fund allocated $882,000 for asphalt reconditioning (2-inch mill and
overlay) and $400,000 for the Community Center north parking lot and includes minor concrete curb
and gutter repair. Bids were opened on March 12, 2025, and Valley Paving, Inc was the winning bidder
with a low bid of $792,422.40. Eight bids were received and bid results of top bids are as follows:
Contractor Base Bid Alt Bid (45th
Ave)
Alt Bid
(Community
Center parking
Lot)
Total
Valley Paving, Inc $456,150.70 $181,669.70 $154,602.00 $792,422.40
Omann Brothers Paving $510,981.30 $195,540.40 $150,387.60 $856,909.30
GMH Asphalt $511,306.60 $182,035.90 $161,815.95 $855,158.45
Northwest Asphalt $486,306.24 $224,927.84 $166,088.83 $877,322.91
Engineer Estimate $552,744.97 $188,984.43 $156,397.57 $898,126.98
The project consists of milling and overlaying approximately 2 miles of road in the NW quadrant
of Douglas Dr. / 42nd Ave. N. and mill and overlaying the north parking lot at the Community Center.
The roads were originally reconstructed in the early 2000’s and need a mill and overlay to maintain
the condition of the road. This will help extend the life of the roads and maximize the initial
investment of the reconstruction.
The existing condition of the Community Center parking lot is in poor condition and in need of
rehabilitation. The mill and overlay on the parking lot will refurbish the parking lot for the new pool and
will extend the life of that parking lot by approximately 10 years. This contractor will work with the pool
contractor to try to complete the parking lot before the opening of the pool or do it later when the pool
shuts down for the season.
Project Cost
The total proposed project cost is $792,422.40 which includes bituminous resurfacing, concrete curb
and gutter repair, and the Community Center north parking lot. This project is in the Long-Term
Plan and there will be no special assessments for this project.
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Project Schedule
If awarded by the council, it is anticipated the project will start in early May with an anticipated project
completion date of mid-September.
Communication
Staff will send out a letter to all residents in the project area notifying them of the upcoming project, key
city contacts, and how to receive weekly email updates.
Recommended Action
It is staff’s recommendation to award the contract to Valley Paving, Inc was the winning bidder with a
low bid of $792,422.40, including the alternative bids for 45th Ave. and the Community Center parking
lot.
Attachment
•Project Location Map
•Resolution to award the contract and alterative bids.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ______
AWARD CONTRACT FOR 2025 MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City is committed to providing a reliable transportation system; and
WHEREAS, regular maintenance is a routine part of providing for a reliable
transportation system; and
WHEREAS, the 2025 Street Maintenance Fund allocated funds for bituminous surface
reconditioning; and
WHEREAS, plans and specifications have been prepared by the Public Works
Department; and
WHEREAS, bids were opened with Valley Paving, Inc. having the low bid of
$792,422.40 including the bid alternatives for 45th Avenue and the Community Center parking
lot.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Crystal City Council awards the 2025
Mill and Overlay Project to Valley Paving, Inc. with a low bid of $792,422.40.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 18th day of March, 2025.
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Christina Serres, City Clerk
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Memorandum
DATE: March 13, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Adam R. Bell, City Manager
SUBJECT: Consider the first reading of an ordinance amending the requirements for liquor
and tobacco licensing regulations.
BACKGROUND
At the February 4 Works Session, the council discussed amending the Liquor and Tobacco
Licensing regulations. This memorandum summarizes the key amendments contained in the
proposed ordinances. These amendments establish a cap on the number of licenses, clarify
training requirements, align penalty structures for alcohol and tobacco violations, and specify
the method for computing penalty timelines.
Summary of Amendments
1.Cap on Licenses:
o The liquor ordinance (Chapter XII, Section 1200.06) now sets a maximum of four
(4) off-sale liquor licenses.
o The tobacco ordinance (Chapter XI, Section 1105.19) limits the number of
tobacco licenses to ten (10). No new licenses will be issued beyond these caps.
2.Training Requirements:
o Liquor licensees, managers, and employees serving alcohol must complete city-
approved training before licensure, prior to serving, and annually thereafter
(Section 1200.35).
o Tobacco violations may require educational seminars for individuals under 21
found purchasing or possessing tobacco products (Section 1105.13).
3.Standardization of Administrative Penalties:
o The presumptive penalties for liquor and tobacco violations are now aligned
(Crystal City Code, Appendix IV).
o Both ordinances clarify that violations may result in fines, suspensions, or
revocation, and the City Council has discretion to modify penalties based on
mitigating or aggravating factors.
4.Clarification on Time Computation for Repeat Violations:
o For both liquor (Section 1200.35, Subd. 4) and tobacco (Section 1105.13, Subd.
6), the timeframe for determining repeat violations is standardized. A second
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violation within 36 months is counted as a second offense, and subsequent
violations within 48 months escalate penalties accordingly.
These amendments aim to enhance regulatory clarity, ensure consistency in enforcement, and
uphold public safety standards. The effective date of these changes is 30 days following
passage, approval, and publication. The second reading and adoption of the proposed
ordinance amendments and the administrative penalties will be considered at the April 1
Council meeting. The administrative penalties are proposed to be increased and made the same
for both types of licenses.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of the first reading of the ordinances amending the requirements for
liquor and tobacco licensing regulations.
ATTACHMENTS
• An Ordinance Amending Chapter XII of the Crystal City Code Pertaining to the Maximum
Number of Off-Sale Licenses, Training Requirements, and Presumptive Penalties.
• An Ordinance Amending Chapter Xi, Section 1105 of the Crystal City Code Pertaining to
Tobacco Sampling, the Maximum Number of Tobacco Licenses, and Presumptive
Penalties.
• Draft Resolution Amending the Administrative Penalties for Liquor and Tobacco
Violations to be considered on April 1, 2025.
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER XII OF THE CRYSTAL CITY CODE
PERTAINING TO THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF OFF-SALE LICENSES, TRAINING
REQUIREMENTS, AND PRESUMPTIVE PENALTIES.
The City of Crystal ordains:
ARTICLE I. Chapter XII, section 1200.06 is hereby established to read as follows:
1200.06. Cap on number of off-sale liquor licenses. The maximin number of off-sale liquor
licenses, as defined under section 1200.05, subdivision 1 (b), that the city may issue is four (4).
No new off-sale license will be issued in excess of this number.
ARTICLE II. Chapter XII, section 1200.35 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1200.35. Conditions of license; penalties.
Subd. 1. Conditions of license. The failure of a licensee to meet any one of the conditions of the
license specified below shall result in the application of penalties as provided in this subsection.
(a) Licensee Training: All licensees holding any on-sale or off-sale license issued under
this chapter, operating managers, and employees or agents employed by the licensee
that sell or serve alcohol, shall complete, to the city’s satisfaction, a city-approved or
provided liquor licensee training program. Both the city’s approval of the training and
the required training shall be completed:
(1) Prior to licensure or renewal for licensees and managers,
(2) Prior to serving or selling for any employee or agent, and
(3) Every year thereafter.
Within 90 days after employment, every person selling or serving liquor in an
establishment which has an on-sale license shall receive training regarding the selling
or serving of liquor to customers. The training shall be provided by an organization
approved by the city council. Proof of training shall be provided by the licensee.
(b) All licensees shall maintain documentation evidencing that the training required in
paragraph (a) above has been met and must produce such documentation as part of each
application for licensure or renewal and upon reasonable request made by a peace
officer, or other designated employee of the city. An applicant’s or licensee’s failure to
comply with this provision in its entirety is sufficient grounds for denial or nonrenewal
of a requested license.
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(c) Every licensee is responsible for the conduct of the place of business and the conditions
of sobriety and order in it. The act of any employee on the licensed premises is deemed
the act of the licensee as well, and the licensee shall be liable for all penalties provided
by this Crystal city code and the law equally with the employee.
(d) Every licensee shall allow any peace officer, health officer, city employee, or any other
person designated by the city council to conduct compliance checks and to otherwise
enter, inspect, and search the premises of the licensee during business hours and after
business hours during the time when customers remain on the premises without a
warrant.
(e) No on-sale establishment shall display or sell liquor to the public during hours when
the sale of liquor is prohibited.
(f) Compliance with financial responsibility requirements of state law and of this Crystal
city code is a continuing condition of any license. Compliance with all laws, rules, and
regulations related to the retail sale of intoxicating liquors, including the provisions of
Minnesota Statutes, chapters 297F and 340A, Minnesota Rules, chapter 7515, and the
Crystal city code.
Subd. 2. Penalties.
(a) Misdemeanors. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor unless
otherwise provided by law.
(b) Presumptive revocation. The city council may revoke a license, following, notice and
an opportunity to be heard, on the first violation for the following types of offenses:
(1) Commission of a felony by licensee or an employee of licensee related to the
licensed activity authorized by this chapter and Minnesota Statutes, chapter 340A.
(2) The sale of alcoholic beverages on the licensed premises while a license is under
suspension or revocation.
(c) Administrative civil penalties. If a licensee or an employee of a licensee is found to
have violated any of the provisions of state law or this section, the city council may
impose an administrative penalty, including a civil fine and/or suspension of the
license, in such amounts and for such periods as set out Crystal city code, appendix IV.
Subd. 3. Presumptions regarding administrative penalties. The administrative penalties described
in subdivision 2 of this subsection and set out in Crystal city code, appendix IV are the presumed
sanctions for the violations indicated. In the event of any license suspension imposed under this
section, the city council may select which days a suspension will be served. Notwithstanding any
of the provisions contained herein, a license may be revoked for any violation of this section when
in the judgment of the city council it is appropriate to do so. The city council may impose lesser
penalties under subdivision 2 of this subsection when in the judgment of the city council it is
appropriate to do so. Other mandatory requirements may be made of the establishment including,
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but not limited to, meetings with the police department staff to present a plan of action to assure
any observed problems will not continue, mandatory education sessions with crime prevention
staff, or other actions that the city council deems appropriate. These penalties are presumed to be
appropriate for every case; however, the city council may deviate in an individual case where the
city council finds that specific mitigating or aggravating circumstances exist, making it more
appropriate to deviate. When deviating from these standards, the city council will provide written
findings that identify the facts that support the penalty selected. In addition to any presumptive
penalty, the city council may also impose reasonable license conditions in response to the facts
surrounding a specific case.
Subd. 4. Computation of time for violations under the presumptive penalties in Crystal city code
appendix IV. A second violation within thirty-six (36) months must be treated as a second
appearance, a third within forty-eight (48) months treated as a third appearance, and a fourth within
forty-eight (48) months treated as a fourth appearance for the purpose of determining the
presumptive penalty. Measurement of the time period must be as follows: The beginning date shall
be the earliest violation’s date of appearance before the city council, and the ending date shall be
the date of the occurrence giving rise to the new violation. In case of multiple new violations, the
ending date to be used shall be the date of the new violation first in time.
ARTICLE III. Incorporate. City staff is authorized and directed to update the table of contents
and to make such other changes as are necessary to incorporate the amendments adopted by this
Ordinance into the Crystal city code.
ARTICLE IV. Effective Date. This ordinance is effective thirty (30) days following its passage,
approval, and publication.
Adopted this ____ day of ______________ 2025.
BY THE CITY COUNCIL
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
Christina Serres, City Clerk
Double underlined material is being added and stricken material is being deleted.
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First Reading: ____________, 2025
Second Reading: __________, 2025
Council Adoption:_________, 2025
Publication:
Effective Date:
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER XI, SECTION 1105 OF THE CRYSTAL
CITY CODE PERTAINING TO TOBACCO SAMPLING, THE MAXIMUM NUMBER
OF TOBACCO LICENSES, AND PRESUMPTIVE PENALTIES.
The City of Crystal ordains:
ARTICLE I. Chapter XI, section 1105.11, is hereby amended as follows:
1105.11 Prohibited sales and use.
Subd. 1. Unlawful sale. It is unlawful to sell, offer for sale or deliver tobacco, tobacco-related
devices, electronic delivery devices, or nicotine or lobelia delivery devices to a person under the
age of 21 years.
Subd. 2. Use by persons under 21. It is unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years to
purchase, possess, or consume tobacco, tobacco-related devices, electronic delivery devices, or
nicotine or lobelia delivery devices.
Subd. 3. Vending machines. The sale of tobacco, tobacco-related devices, electronic delivery
devices, or nicotine or lobelia delivery devices by vending machines is prohibited.
Subd. 4. Individual packages. It is unlawful to offer for sale or to sell cigarettes packaged in units
smaller than a carton containing ten packages, or single packages of smokeless tobacco in open
displays that are accessible to the public without the intervention of a store employee.
Subd. 5. Sampling. Any establishment holding a license which was initially granted after April 1,
2025 is prohibited from any of the following:
(a) Samples prohibited. No person shall distribute samples of any licensed product free of
charge or at a nominal cost. The distribution of licensed products as a free donation is
prohibited.
(b) Smoking prohibited. Smoking, including smoking for the purpose of the sampling of
licensed products, is prohibited within the indoor area of any retail establishment
licensed under this chapter.
The provisions of this subdivision which allow for the continuation of the practice of limited
sampling to occur in establishments licensed in good standing as of April 1, 2025, shall only apply
to qualifying license holders as of that date which offered sampling and only so long as the
qualifying licensee retains and renews its business license at the same premises and operates in
compliance with all applicable laws and ordinances.
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ARTICLE II. Chapter XI, section 1105.13 Administrative Civil Penalties, is hereby amended as
follows:
1105.13. Administrative civil penalties.
Subd. 1. Individuals. A person who sells, gives or otherwise furnishes a covered product to a
person under the age of 21 years is subject to an administrative penalty identified in Crystal city
code, appendix IV, after the individual has received notice, served personally or by mail, of the
alleged violation and been provided an opportunity for a hearing.
Subd. 2. Licensee. If a licensee or an employee of a licensee is found to have sold, given or
otherwise furnished a covered product to a person under the age of 21 years, or committed a
violation of Minnesota Statutes, chapter 297F, the city council shall impose administrative
penalties on the licensee as provided in Crystal city code, appendix IV. Prior to imposing an
administrative penalty, the city shall provide the licensee written notice of the alleged violation
and provide an opportunity for the licensee to be heard by the city council.
Subd. 3. Defense. It is an affirmative defense to a charge of selling, giving or otherwise furnishing
a covered product to a person under the age of 21 years in violation of this section that the licensee
or individual making the sale relied in good faith upon proof of age as described in Minnesota
Statutes, section 340A.503, subdivision 6.
Subd. 4. Education and training. In addition to or in lieu of any other penalty imposed under this
section, any person under the age of 21 years who purchases, possesses, or consumes a covered
product shall attend an educational seminar approved by the chief of police regarding the legal and
medical implications of using a covered product.
Subd. 5. Presumptions regarding administrative penalties. Though the administrative penalties
described in this subsection are presumed, in no event shall the amount of any fine or period of
suspension be less than the amounts and periods required in Minnesota Statutes, section 461.12,
subdivisions 2 and 3. These penalties are presumed to be appropriate for every case; however, the
city council may deviate in an individual case where the city council finds that there exist specific
mitigating or aggravating circumstances, making it more appropriate to deviate. When deviating
from these standards, the city council will provide written findings to identify the facts that support
the penalty selected. In addition to any presumptive penalty, the city council may also
impose reasonable license conditions in response to the facts surrounding a specific case.
Subd. 6. Computation of time for violations under the presumptive penalties in Crystal city code
appendix IV. A second violation within thirty-six (36) months must be treated as a second
appearance, a third within forty-eight (48) months treated as a third appearance, and a fourth
within forty-eight (48) months treated as a fourth appearance for the purpose of
determining the presumptive penalty. Measurement of the time period must be as follows: The
beginning date shall be the earliest violation’s date of appearance before the city council, and the
ending date shall be the date of the occurrence giving rise to the new violation. In case of
multiple new violations, the ending date to be used shall be the date of the new violation first in
time.
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ARTICLE III. Chapter XI, section 1105.19 is hereby inserted by adding the double underlined
material as follows:
1105.19 Maximum Number of Tobacco Licenses. The maximum number of tobacco licenses that
the city may issue is ten (10). No new license will be issued in excess of this number.
ARTICLE IV. Incorporate. City staff is authorized and directed to update the table of contents
and to make such other changes as are necessary to incorporate the amendments adopted by this
Ordinance into the Crystal city code.
ARTICLE V. Effective Date. This ordinance is effective thirty (30) days following its passage,
approval, and publication.
Adopted this ____ day of ______________ 2025.
BY THE CITY COUNCIL
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
Christina Serres, City Clerk
Double underlined material is being added and stricken material is being deleted.
First Reading: ____________, 2025
Second Reading: __________, 2025
Council Adoption:_________, 2025
Publication:
Effective Date:
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-__
RESOLUTION AMENDING CRYSTAL CITY CODE APPENDIX IV
ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR LIQUOR LICENSE AND TOBACCO LICENSE VIOLATIONS.
WHEREAS, the City Council has amended chapter 1200 related to liquor licenses to establish a cap on the
number of off-sale liquor licenses, clarify the requirement for training, clarify how penalties will be determined,
and clarify how time will be computed when determining an appropriate penalty; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has also amended chapter 1105 related to tobacco licenses to establish a cap on the
number of tobacco licenses, clarify how penalties will be determined, and clarify how time will be computed
when determining an appropriate penalty; and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes that the penalties for liquor license and tobacco license violation should
be the same; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to update Appendix IV of the City Code to establish new penalties; and
WHEREAS, City staff have proposed the following amended penalties:
Type of Violation Appearance
1st 2nd within 36
months of 1st
3rd within 48
months of 1st
4th within 48
months of 1st
Liquor license
(Chapter 1200)
$750 $1,000 fine
1-day suspension
$1,500 fine
3-day suspension
$2,000 fine
10-day suspension
Revocation
Tobacco license
(Chapter 1105)
$300-750 fine
$1,000 fine
1-day suspension
$600 -1,500 fine
5-day 3-day
suspension
$1,000 - 2,000 fine
7-day 10-day
suspension
Revocation
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Crystal that, approves the above schedule
for penalties for liquor licenses and tobacco licenses.
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Adopted by the Crystal City Council this ___ day of ____ 2025.
____________________________________
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Chrissy Serres, City Clerk
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AGENDA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
• REGULAR MEETING •
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025
6:45 P.M.
CRYSTAL CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. Call to order *
2. Roll call *
3. Approval of minutes from January 21, 2025 regular meeting and March 4, 2025 work
session
4. Consider approval of a façade improvement deferred loan repayment agreement for
6225 42nd Ave. N. (Access Veterinary Care)
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
January 21, 2025
1. Call to Order
President Eidbo called the meeting of the Economic Development Authority of the City
of Crystal (EDA) to order at 8:20 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Upon call of the roll, the following Commissioners were present: John Budziszewski,
David Cummings, Julie Deshler, Forest Eidbo, Traci Kamish, Therese Kiser and Taji
Onesirosan.
The following staff were present: Executive Director Adam Bell, Deputy Executive
Director John Sutter and City Attorney Josh Weir.
3. Approval of Minutes
Moved by Commissioner Budziszewski (Deshler) to approve the minutes from the
January 7, 2025 annual organizational meeting. Motion carried.
4. Façade Improvement - 6105 42nd (Elision)
The EDA considered approval of a façade improvement deferred loan repayment
agreement for 6105 42nd Ave. N. (Elision Playhouse).
Moved by Commissioner Deshler (Kamish) to approve a façade improvement deferred
loan repayment agreement for 6105 42nd Ave. N. (Elision Playhouse).
5. Property Status Update
Staff updated the board on the status of the Daiso store going into 5632 West Broadway,
the Wing Stop going into 351 Willow Bend, the Feb. 20 closing of the Walgreens store at
6800 56th Ave. N., the tax forfeited property at 4533 Welcome Ave. N., and the presently
uninhabitable house at 6911 Dudley Ave. N.
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6. Other Business
There was no other business.
7. Adjournment
Moved by Commissioner Budziszewski (Kiser) to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
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These minutes of the January 21, 2025 meeting of the Crystal Economic Development Authority
were approved by the Authority on ________________ ___, 2025.
______________________________
Forest Eidbo, President
ATTEST:
______________________________
Traci Kamish, Secretary
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Minutes of the
Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal
Work Session
Conference Room A
March 4, 2025
1. Call to Order
President Eidbo called the work session of the Economic Development Authority of the
City of Crystal (EDA) to order at 9:18 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Upon call of the roll, the following Commissioners were present: John Budziszewski,
David Cummings, Julie Deshler, Forest Eidbo, Traci Kamish, Therese Kiser and Taji
Onesirosan.
The following staff were present: Executive Director Adam Bell and Deputy Executive
Director John Sutter.
3. Discuss 2025 Work Plan Elements
Staff presented preliminary information about the 2025 Work Plan and received
comments from the board.
4. Property Status Update
Staff updated the board on the status of the Daiso store going into 5632 West Broadway,
the Wing Stop going into 351 Willow Bend, the closed Walgreens store at 6800 56th Ave.
N., and the closed Noodles & Co. at 5592 West Broadway.
5. Adjournment
President Eidbo adjourned the work session at 10:10 p.m.
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These minutes of the March 4, 2025 work session of the Crystal Economic Development
Authority were approved by the Authority on ________________ ___, 2025.
______________________________
Forest Eidbo, President
ATTEST:
______________________________
Traci Kamish, Secretary
___________________________________________________________________________
FROM: John Sutter, Community Development Director
DATE: March 12, 2025
TO: Adam R. Bell, Executive Director (for March 18 EDA meeting)
SUBJECT: Consider approval of a façade improvement deferred loan repayment
agreement for 6225 42nd Ave. N. (Access Veterinary Care)
BACKGROUND
In 2023 Hennepin County granted $25,000 to the city/EDA for storefront/façade improvements
in particular business districts along Bass Lake Road, 42nd Ave. N. and Douglas Dr. N. The
funds must be expended by June 30, 2025.
Summary of program guidelines:
Assistance is provided in the form of a deferred, forgivable, no interest loan for 50% of
the project cost, subject to a maximum forgivable loan of $12,500.
The deferred loan has a 10-year term with the balance reduced by 10% each year.
If the property is sold during the 10-year term, full repayment of the remaining loan
balance would be required. Any repayments would be used to capitalize a revolving
loan fund for Crystal to continue the program after the county funding is exhausted.
The minimum project is $10,000 (meaning a $5,000 forgivable loan).
There is no maximum project but the maximum forgivable loan is $12,500 even if the
eligible project costs exceed $25,000.
Previously approved recipients:
Elision Playhouse at 6105 42nd Ave. N. received $12,500 in 2022 for tuckpointing,
painting and a mural on the east wall.
EDA STAFF REPORT
Façade Improvement Assistance
6225 42nd Ave. N. (Access Veterinary Care)
B&R Transmission at 6304 42nd Ave. N. received $12,500 in 2023 for new windows,
painting and accessibility improvements.
Wine Thief & Ale Jail at 3600 Douglas Dr. N. received $12,500 in 2023 for new siding,
panting, metal parapet and outdoor lighting.
Elision Playhouse at 6105 42nd Ave. N. was awarded $7,390 in 2025 for window
replacement, tuckpointing and painting.
APPLICATION RECEIVED
The property owner, BFG LLC, an entity with the same owner as Access Veterinary Care
(“Access”), submitted an application for façade improvement assistance for exterior
improvements, primarily tuckpointing and other masonry repair, together with landscaping
between the building and the adjacent county roads, 42nd Ave. N. and Douglas Dr. N.
$ 56,106.64 Estimated Cost of Eligible Improvements
Comprised of:
$ 40,000.00 Masonry repair and tuckpointing
$ 16,106.64 Landscaping (all three priority areas)
$ 12,500.00 Assistance Amount, calculated at $12,500 or 50% of Estimated Cost of
Eligible Improvements, whichever is less
The assistance is structured as a 10-year deferred, forgivable loan with no interest and the
balance reduced by 10% each year. See attached Repayment Agreement.
Access must complete the work and provide all required documentation to the city by Dec. 1,
2025 so that the city can request reimbursement from the county by Dec. 31, 2025. *
* Staff has requested a grant agreement amendment from Hennepin County to extend
the deadline from June 30 to Dec. 31, 2025. The Repayment Agreement with Access
will not be executed by the EDA President and Executive Director until the grant
amendment is also received from the county and approved by the EDA board at a
subsequent meeting.
EDA ACTION REQUESTED
Approval of the attached Repayment Agreement with BFG LLC, with said
approval being conditioned on Hennepin County and EDA approval of a grant
agreement amendment extending the deadline to Dec. 31, 2025.
Access Veterinary Care - 6225 42nd Ave. N.
2024 Aerial Photo
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Access Veterinary Care - 6225 42nd Ave. N.
September 2022 Photos (Street View)
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REPAYMENT AGREEMENT
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
STOREFRONT AND FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
THIS REPAYMENT AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into this ____
day of _____________, 20___ (the “Effective Date”), by and between BFG LLC, a
Minnesota limited liability company (the "Owner"), and the Economic Development
Authority of the City of Crystal, a public body corporate and politic under the laws of
Minnesota, located at 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN 55422 (the "EDA”).
A. On or about February 27, 2025, the Owner submitted to the EDA an application (the
“Application”) for grant money under the EDA’s Storefront and Façade Improvement
Assistance Program (the “Program”).
B. The Program was established and funded pursuant to that certain Business District
Initiative Grant Agreement, Contract No. PR00004756 (the “Grant Agreement”),
between the City of Crystal (the “City”) and Hennepin County (the “County”).
C. To facilitate the EDA’s ability to administer the Program, the City assigned all of its
rights and obligations contained in the Grant Agreement to the EDA.
D. On March 18, 2025, the EDA determined that the Owner met Program eligibility
requirements and agreed to grant the Owner (“Grant Funds”) through the Program.
E. The Grant Funds are solely for the purpose of funding 50 percent, and no more than
$12,500, of the cost of certain exterior improvements, as described in Exhibit A
attached hereto (the “Eligible Improvements”), to the Owner’s real estate located on
the property legally described on Exhibit B attached hereto (the “Property”), all in
accordance with this Agreement and the Program guidelines.
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F. The EDA’s execution of this agreement is conditioned on approval of an anticipated
grant agreement amendment between Hennepin County and the EDA, which would
extend the grant deadline from June 30 to Dec. 31, 2025. If such grant agreement
amendment is not approved, then any EDA approval of this Repayment Agreement
shall be null and void, this Repayment Agreement shall not be executed by the EDA
President and Executive Director, and no Grant Funds shall be provided to the Owner.
G. The issuance of the Grant Funds is further conditioned on the Owner’s execution of
this Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of said Grant Funds, the parties do hereby agree
as follows.
1. The Owner covenants and agrees that the Grant Funds will not be paid by the EDA
to the Owner until the improvements described in the Application are completed
and full payment has been made to the contractors performing the work, and the
Owner shall provide to the EDA any documentation or other evidence that may be
reasonably required by the EDA to prove the same. Additionally, the parties
acknowledge that this Agreement and the improvements contemplated to the
Property are subject to all Program guidelines, as contained in Attachment A of the
Grant Agreement, which guidelines are incorporated into this Agreement as if fully
set forth herein.
2. The Owner covenants and agrees that, to receive the Grant Funds, Eligible
Improvements shall be completed and required documentation submitted to the city
no later than Dec. 1, 2025.
3. The Owner covenants and agrees with the EDA that if the Property is sold,
transferred or otherwise conveyed (including a sale by contract for deed),
voluntarily or involuntarily to any third party within a period of ten (10) years after
the Effective Date (a “Triggering Event”), the Owner or its heirs, executors, or
representatives, as the case may be, shall repay to the EDA a sum equal to the full
amount of the Grant Funds, provided, however, that on each annual anniversary of
the Effective Date, the total balance owed following a subsequent Triggering Event
shall be reduced by 10% of the total amount of Grant Funds paid hereunder.
Accordingly, any repayment that is required under this paragraph following a
Triggering Event shall total such reduced amount, pursuant to the aforementioned
annual reductions of 10% of the Grant Funds. Repayments required herein shall be
made to the EDA no later than the 30th day following the Triggering Event, or on
such later date or dates as the EDA, in its sole discretion, may designate. If no
Triggering Event occurs within ten years following the Effective Date, no
repayment of the Grant Funds shall be required and the entire balance will be
considered forgiven in accordance with Program guidelines.
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4. As security for the Owner’s obligation above to make repayment to the EDA
following a Triggering Event, the Owner hereby grants and the EDA shall and
hereby does have, a lien on the Property in the full amount necessary to satisfy said
repayment obligation and any costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, incurred
by the EDA for collecting the same.
5. Prior to the date of any Triggering Event, at least 20 days’ notice thereof shall be
provided by the Owner or its heirs, executors, or representatives, as the case may
be, to the EDA at the address contained in the preamble to this Agreement.
6. In the event the Owner or its heirs, executors or representatives, as the case may be,
fails or refuses to make the repayment required under paragraph 2 of this
Agreement following a Triggering Event, the EDA may, with or without notice to
the Owner or its heirs, executors or representatives, as the case may be, foreclose
said lien in the same manner as an action for the foreclosure of mortgages upon the
Property, as by statute provided.
7. The lien created by this Agreement shall terminate and shall be of no further force
or effect 126 months following the Effective Date, unless the EDA has, on or before
that date, (a) commenced an action the manner provided by statute for the
foreclosure of the lien, and (b) filed for record a notice of said action, or a power of
attorney to foreclose mortgage, or a lis pendens referring to the same, in the office
of the County Recorder or Registrar of Titles, as the case may be, in Hennepin
County, Minnesota. The EDA may, in its sole discretion, extend said termination
date of said lien by filing for record, on or before said termination date, a signed
agreement with the Owner or its heirs, executors or representatives evidencing such
extension.
8. This Agreement shall run with the Property and shall inure to the benefit of and be
binding upon the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors,
representatives, successors, and assigns. This Agreement will be recorded against
the Property by the EDA and, to that end, the parties hereto agree to make any
revisions that may be necessary to facilitate such recording.
9. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota. In the
event that any provision or clause of this Agreement shall conflict with applicable
law, such conflict shall not affect the other provisions of this Agreement which can
be given effect without the conflicting provision, and to this end the provisions of
the Agreement are declared to be severable.
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IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the day
and year first written above.
[signature pages to follow]
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BFG LLC
_____________________________
By: __________________________
Its: ___________________________
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
)ss
COUNTY OF _________ )
On this ____ day of ________________, 20___, before me, a Notary Public within and for
said County, __________________________ personally appeared to me known to be the
person(s) described herein and who executed the foregoing instrument and acknowledging
that they executed the same as their own free act and deed, on behalf of BFG LLC, a
Minnesota Limited Liability Company, on behalf of the Limited Liability Company.
______________________________
Notary Public
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL
_____________________________ _____________________________
By: Forest Eidbo By: Adam R. Bell
Its: President Its: Executive Director
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
)ss
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
On this ____ day of ________________, 20___, before me, a Notary Public within and for
said County, Forest Eidbo and Adam R. Bell, President and Executive Director of the
Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal, respectively, personally appeared
to me known to be the person(s) described herein and who executed the foregoing
instrument and acknowledging that they executed the same as their own free act and deed,
on behalf of the Economic Development Authority of the City of Crystal, a public body
corporate and politic under the laws of Minnesota.
______________________________
Notary Public
This document was drafted by:
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered
150 Fifth Street South, Suite 700
Minneapolis, MN 55402
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EXHIBIT A
Improvements Eligible for Grant
1. Estimated Costs of Eligible Improvements
$ 40,000.00 Masonry Repair and Tuckpointing as described in the proposal by Acme
16,106.64 Landscaping (all three priorities as described in the proposal by Prairie Restorations
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$ 56,106.64 Estimated Total Cost of Eligible Improvements
2. Estimated Grant Calculation:
$ 28,053.32 50% of Estimated Total Cost of Eligible Improvements
$ 12,500.00 Maximum Grant
$ 12,500.00 Estimated Grant Funds (lesser of Maximum Grant or 50% of Actual Cost of Eligible
Improvements)
3. Actual Cost of Eligible Improvements:
$_____________
4. Actual Grant Funds (lesser of Maximum Grant or 50% of Actual Cost of Eligible Improvements):
$_____________ Grant Funds paid to Owner by EDA on ____________________________.
EXHIBIT B
Legal Description of the Property
The property located in the City of Crystal, Hennepin County, Minnesota legally described as:
Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal State Bank 2nd Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof.
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