2025.07.15 Council Meeting Packet
4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: July 11, 2025
City Council Meeting Schedule
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Time Meeting Location
6:30 p.m.
City council work session to discuss:
1. Blue Line extension 60% plans and
Environmental Impact Statement update.
2. (8:00 p.m.) Closed session to discuss labor
negotiations.*
3. Council liaison reports.*
4. Constituent issues.*
5. City manager monthly check-in.*
6. New business. *
7. Announcements. *
Council Chambers/Zoom
7 p.m. City council meeting Council Chambers/Zoom
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: July 11, 2025
City Council
Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers/Conference Room A/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, July 15, 2025, at
_____ p.m. electronically via Zoom and in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas
Drive, Crystal, Minnesota. If the agenda items are not completed in time for the regular City
Council meeting at 7:00 p.m., the meeting will be continued and resumed immediately
following the regular meeting or, if there is one, the EDA meeting.
I. Attendance
Council members Staff
____ Budziszewski ____ Kamish ____ Bell ____ Therres
____ Cummings ____ Deshler ____ Therres ____ Kunde
____ Kiser ____ Eidbo ____ Tierney ____ Serres
____ Onesirosan ____ Hubbard ____ Sutter
____ Larson ____ Struve
____ Underthun ____ Elholm
II. Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1. Blue Line extension 60% plans and Environmental Impact Statement update.
2. (8:00 p.m.) Closed session to discuss labor negotiations.
3. Council liaison reports.*
4. Constituent issues*
5. City manager monthly check-in.*
6. New business. *
7. Announcements. *
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at ______ p.m.
* Denotes no supporting information included in the packet.
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COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: July 9, 2025
FROM: John Sutter, Community Development Director
TO: Mayor and Council
City Manager Adam R. Bell
RE: Blue Line Extension 60% plans and Environmental Impact Statement update
60% Plans
On June 3, 2025, the project released plans at a 60% level of design detail (“60% plans”), except
for the 47th Avenue area which staff received on July 8. There is a 45 day comment window
which closes on Friday, July 18.
At the July 15 work session, staff will go over the attached roll plots and highlight our significant
comments on the 60% plans. (Note: Many of staff’s comments to the project are merely
technical in nature, and are not listed in this staff report.)
The following items may be of Council interest, and may or may not be covered in the work
session due to time constraints:
TPSS on west side of BNSF at 60th
• Landscaping will be similar to what was designed for the previous version of the project,
which was acceptable to the adjacent homeowners at that time. Requesting
confirmation of project outreach to current homeowners.
Signal house at northeast corner of Bottineau and Bass Lake Road
• This would be located on the former Valvoline site south of Cities Auto which is
anticipated to be a total acquisition. The signal house would be screened and buffered
from the homes across Brunswick/Lakeland with landscaping and a stormwater pond.
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TPSS on west side of Bottineau at Fairview and signal house at 49th
• For the signal house at 49th, the relocated landscape bed must include plants tall enough
to screen it from adjacent residences.
• For the TPSS at Fairview, it looks like the screening consists only of a tall fence, with
nothing else to soften this hardscape for adjacent residences.
• For both: Requesting confirmation of project outreach to the adjacent homeowners.
Crystal Lake Regional Trail relocated
• Between Bass Lake Road and Airport Road/Lakeland, the Crystal Lake Regional Trail will
be relocated to the east side of Crystal Medical and Crystal Vision. This is necessary to
create space for the interchange at Bass Lake Road.
• The project will reconstruct the backage road (Lakeland/Brunswick/Colorado) and
construct the new trail along the westerly side of the backage road.
• There are private sidewalks connecting the existing Crystal Lake Regional Trail to Crystal
Medical Center and Crystal Vision Clinic, but these will be rendered obsolete by the
project’s relocation of the trail. The project needs to remove these sidewalks and restore
turf, or offer “cost to cure” to the respective owners.
• Staff participated in a meeting for the Colorado and Brunswick residents who would be
across the street from the trail and there were no objections from those residents.
Bass Lake Road median between Elmhurst and Sherburne
• Project has agreed to include landscaping of this median in the project, similar to other
medians. Staff believes this is important to discourage mid-block crossing, further
beautify the area, and provide traffic calming to slow speeds on Bass Lake Road which is
posted at 30 mph. Due to the narrow character of this median, it is unclear whether trees
would be appropriate here. Details to be forthcoming in the 90% plans.
Crosswalk at Elmhurst
• The plans show a standard RRFB for the crosswalk at Elmhurst. This is not acceptable to
the city. At minimum, it needs to have an overhead indicator in conjunction with the
RRFB to help get traffic to stop, if not a full-on HAWK signal.
Decorative treatments on bridges/structures/walls
• Staff is requesting clarification regarding what the project will do without making the city
pay extra. For example, could the city logo or other decorative features be incorporated
into the concrete work?
“Welcome to Crystal” sign north of the cell tower
• This was installed in 2011 as part of the Bottineau reconstruction project. It will not be
impacted by the Blue Line project. Does the Council want to replace it with something
else? And if so, should we do it now, or after the project is done? (There’s no harm in
leaving it alone and evaluating it after the project is done.)
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Crosswalks at right turn “porkchop” medians
• There are five of these in the project, located at Corvallis/51st (2), Wilshire (1) and Bass
Lake Road (2). The plans show no crosswalk markings at these locations. Staff requested
crosswalk tables at these locations, but the project cannot include those due to state aid
design rules. As a second-best pedestrian safety measure, the project must stripe and
sign these in the same way as other intersection crosswalks in the project.
Roadway speed limits
• To illustrate the full context, staff has requested a one page speed zone exhibit showing
the proposed speed limits on Bottineau from Lowry to 73rd.
• Based on the plans:
- In Robbinsdale, the proposed limit would be 35 mph where it is 40 today.
- In Crystal, the limits are proposed to be the same as they are today, except that the
southbound transition from 55 mph to 45, currently south of Bass Lake Road, would
move even further south so it would be south of Wilshire.
- Staff has questioned why a highway-style 55 mph limit would still be appropriate on
this road when the lanes will be narrower (11’ instead of 12’ today) and there will be
no third lane to serve as an ersatz breakdown lane. And if so, then will the county
increase the speed limit on, say, Rockford Road in Plymouth west of 169 from 45 mph
to 55?
• Staff has requested that the westbound Bass Lake Road transition from 35 mph to 30 be
located west of Adair Avenue instead of west of Bottineau. This change would help
ensure a safer pedestrian environment around the ramp signals where there are many
crosswalks and bike/ped activity will increase significantly due to the station. It would
also put the westbound transition from 35 mph to 30 at the same location as the
eastbound transition from 30 mph to 35.
47th Avenue intersection
• Staff is requesting a prohibition on U-turns from northbound Bottineau to southbound
Bottineau to allow for a safe right turn overlap for eastbound 47th, which in turn would
improve operation of that signal and reduce delays. The county installed a right turn
overlap at the Corvallis signal a few years ago, and it works very well.
• The project proposes to eliminate the boulevard between the west side trail and the new
roadway curb, and place the trail/sidewalk directly behind the roadway curb. This is
unacceptable, because:
- The southbound portion of Bottineau is five lanes wide at 47th and all that snow will
just get pushed onto the trail, which the city will have to plow.
- It's really bad from a ped/bike safety perspective to have the trail/sidewalk right next
to the roadway, given the roadway speeds and traffic volumes on Bottineau.
- Approx. 15 years ago, the county required the city to pay 50% of the ROW cost to
build what’s out there today, including the existing boulevard between the trail and
the roadway, so the project shouldn't take that away.
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Trees
• Staff is requesting a count of trees removed and proposed new trees to be planted.
• Trees not located in an irrigated landscape bed must be watered by the project for at
least two years.
Medians alongside the LRT guideway
• The plans show narrower medians as concrete and wider medians as landscape beds.
Either way, being located between a busy traffic lane and LRT guideway, maintenance
will be a challenge. Staff questions for the project:
- Who owns and maintain these landscape beds? The city will not be responsible for
maintenance of landscape beds along the LRT guideway.
- Will irrigation be installed for these landscape beds?
- Could the concrete medians be tinted or have some other treatment to make them
more decorative?
- Does Metro Transit spray concrete medians for weeds periodically?
Environmental Impact Statement update
• On Aug. 2, 2024, the city formally commented on the Supplemental Draft Environmental
Impact Statement (“SDEIS”).
• On May 22, 2025, the project released the Supplemental Final Environmental Impact
Statement (“SFEIS”), wherein the project addressed the majority of the city’s 2024 SDEIS
comments, but not the following three items:
1. Traffic shift from Bottineau Boulevard to West Broadway (vehicular traffic)
2. Southbound queuing on Bottineau approaching Highway 100 (vehicular traffic)
3. Increased demand on local first responders (public safety)
• After Council discussion at the June 17 work session, the city formally commented on the
SFEIS with the attached June 23 letter.
• Staff followed up with the attached on July 1 Sun Post guest column.
• Staff is awaiting a response from the project.
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
June 23, 2025
Alicia Vap
Project Director
METRO Blue Line Extension
6465 Wayzata Blvd #500
St Louis Park, MN 55426
Subject: City of Crystal comments on Supplemental Final Environmental Impact Statement for
the METRO Blue Line Extension
Dear Ms. Vap:
Thank you for the opportunity to formally comment on the Supplemental Final Environmental Impact
Statement (“SFEIS”) for the METRO Blue Line Extension (“the project”).
The city appreciates that several items from the city’s Aug. 2, 2024, comment letter regarding the
Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (“SDEIS”) were specifically addressed.
However, the city is disappointed that the following three items from the city’s Aug. 2, 2024, comment
letter were not addressed in the SFEIS:
Vehicular Traffic - SDEIS comment 1(b)
City SDEIS comment from Aug. 2, 2024:
“The SDEIS does not specifically evaluate the traffic shift from Bottineau Blvd. to West Broadway
due to the lane reduction on Bottineau.
x This need is supported by the future diversion of 1,000 AADT from Bottineau Blvd. to the
parallel segment of West Broadway in the no-build forecast.
x This diversion would likely be greater due to the project and its reduction of lanes on
Bottineau Blvd. from six lanes to four.
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x The city is concerned about diversion of traffic from an existing high-speed limited access
road to a low-speed road of substandard condition and configuration, as described in the
City Council’s July 16, 2024, letter to the project.
x The traffic shift needs to be specifically evaluated in the revised forecast, model, and
simulation. Only then can the project’s impact on West Broadway be correctly evaluated.”
City comment regarding the SFEIS released May 23, 2025:
The SFEIS does not acknowledge or discuss the traffic shift to West Broadway (CSAH 8). If the
project did complete the evaluation specifically requested by the city on Aug. 2, 2024, the
project has failed to include it in the SFEIS or provide it separately for city review and comment.
If such an evaluation exists, then it should have been included in the SFEIS so the city could use
the 30-day comment period to review and comment on the substance of the analysis. Instead,
the project’s failure to include it in the SFEIS has relegated the city to use the 30-day comment
period to call out this omission from the SFEIS.
The June 23, 2025 email from the project stating that “the amount of additional traffic did not
change traffic operation on CSAH 8” is unsatisfactorily vague and completely sidesteps the city’s
primary concern - that the project would divert traffic from a modern roadway (CSAH 81) to a
substandard roadway (CSAH 8) with many deficiencies, most importantly a lack of
accommodations for non-motorized travel. The June 23 email further states that “CSAH 8 will
be the responsibility of Hennepin County,” which is an inappropriately blithe response because
evaluating the impact of Metro Transit’s project and potential mitigation measures is the
responsibility of Metro Transit.
Vehicular Traffic - SDEIS comment 1(d)
City SDEIS comment from Aug. 2, 2024:
“The SDEIS does not specifically evaluate the impact of the lane reduction on the existing
southbound queuing problem north of the 47th Avenue signal.
x Existing backups during the a.m. peak typically extend to 50th Avenue and occasionally
extend through the Corvallis intersection. And this is with three southbound lanes.
x The project proposes to eliminate the third southbound lane except for a short segment from
Lakeside to 47th Avenue, which is approximately half the length of the existing a.m. peak
queue.
x It is a reasonable assumption that the project’s significant reduction of road space will cause
the southbound queues to extend further north and occur more frequently than in the
existing condition.
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x Due to the proposed interchange at Bass Lake Road, southbound traffic will be transitioning
from a wide-open, freeway-style͕ϭЫŵŝůĞůŽŶŐ segment south of 63rd Ave. to traffic signals
with congestion and queues.
x Southbound traffic would be cresting the bridge over the CPKC when it would first see the
slowed or stopped queue, with little time to react. Having a third lane start just 1,000 feet
north of 47th does not address this real-world traffic safety problem.
x The SDEIS must specifically evaluate the southbound queuing problem. Only then can the
project’s impact on traffic movement and safety be correctly evaluated.”
City comment regarding the SFEIS released May 23, 2025:
The SFEIS does not acknowledge or discuss the impact of the lane reduction on the existing
southbound queuing problem north of the 47th Avenue signal. If the project did complete the
evaluation specifically requested by the city on Aug. 2, 2024, the project has failed to include it
in the SFEIS or provide it separately for city review and comment. If such an evaluation exists,
then it should have been included in the SFEIS so the city could use the 30-day comment period
to review and comment on the substance of the analysis. Instead, the project’s failure to
include it in the SFEIS has relegated the city to use the 30-day comment period to call out this
omission from the SFEIS.
The June 23, 2025 email from the project stating that “the queuing concern occurs for a short
period of time in the morning and that including the choice lane could create safety issues for
the drivers” is unsatisfactory for at least two reasons: (1) it is dismissive of the anticipated
impact of the project on a known, existing, real-world traffic problem, and (2) it rules out one
potential mitigation measure without including the analysis to support that conclusion.
Public Safety - SDEIS comment 7
City SDEIS comment from Aug. 2, 2024:
“The SDEIS does not evaluate the impact of the project on public safety in general and local law
enforcement agencies in particular. The SDEIS merely lists those agencies and the broad
categories or services they provide.
x The city is likely to see increased demand for police services based on the known reality of
what happens at LRT stations in other jurisdictions.
x Even a fully-staffed Metro Transit Police Dept. would frequently be delayed and sometimes
totally unavailable, causing the Crystal Police Dept. to be the first responding agency at the
Bass Lake Road station.
x The SDEIS needs to evaluate the public safety impacts, including the increased demand for
services from local first responders. Only then can the impacts on public safety be correctly
evaluated.”
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City comment regarding the SFEIS released May 23, 2025:
The SFEIS does not evaluate the increased demand for services from local first responders such
as city police departments. This concern has been brought up by the Crystal City Council, city
staff, and community members repeatedly in various settings for some time. While it is
worthwhile and essential to design the project with public safety in mind, this is no substitute
for estimating the increased demands on local law enforcement as a result of the project.
The city does not understand why this analysis was not included in the SFEIS, as 9-1-1 call data
and police reports should be available for the project to estimate the percentage of calls to
which Metro Transit Police are the first responders on scene versus local police departments.
Because the primary purpose of the EIS process is to identify impacts and propose mitigations,
this analysis should have been included in the SFEIS so the city could use the 30-day comment
period to review and comment on the substance of the analysis. Instead, the project’s failure to
include it in the SFEIS has relegated the city to use the 30-day comment period to call out this
omission from the SFEIS
Also, while SFEIS describes plans for a Metro Transit Police substation at the Downtown
Robbinsdale station, two miles from the Bass Lake Road station, there is no discussion of a
commitment by Metro Transit Police to staff the station at any particular level. The existence of
a police substation does little to reduce the project’s burden on local police departments if the
substation ends up being an empty office most of the time. And because there is no estimate of
the impacts of the project on local police departments and other first responders, there is no
way to evaluate whether the police substation would actually mitigate those impacts.
The city appreciates this opportunity to formally comment on the Supplemental Final Environmental
Impact Statement. The city also appreciates the commitment, stated in the June 23, 2025, email from
the project, “to work with City staff on including appropriate amount of detail to respond in the
AROD.” Please feel free to contact me at 763.531.1140 or adam.bell@crystalmn.gov with any
questions. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Adam R. Bell
City Manager
cc: Charlie Zelle, Chair, Corridor Management Committee, METRO Blue Line Extension
Commissioner Jeff Lunde, Hennepin County Board, District 1
Council Member Anjuli Cameron, Metropolitan Council, District 8
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https://www.hometownsource.com/sun_post/free/column-clarifying-crystals-position-on-the-blue-line-
extension/article_a43f85d0-5c62-4e86-b289-62594c763815.html
The City of Crystal (“the city”) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the recent Sun
Post article regarding the environmental review for the METRO Blue Line Extension (“the
project”).
First, while there have been and continue to be areas of disagreement between the city and
the project, this should not be construed as opposition to the project. The city is supportive of
the project and looks forward to improved transit service for the community. Disagreements
between the city (or any city) and the project are a normal and healthy part of developing a
large infrastructure project. The end goal of all parties is to deliver the best project possible.
Here is the sequence of events related to the city’s comments on the environmental impact
statement:
· On Aug. 2, 2024, the city sent a letter to the project formally commenting on potential
impacts related to the following seven subject areas contained in specific chapters within the
Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (“2024 SDEIS”): Vehicular traffic,
parking, noise, visual quality, utilities, stormwater and public safety.
· On May 23, 2025, the project released the Supplemental Final Environmental Impact
Statement (“2025 SFEIS”).
The 2025 SFEIS did address a majority of the city’s Aug. 2, 2024 comments on the 2024
SDEIS.
However, the 2025 SFEIS did not address three potential impacts identified by the city in its
Aug. 2, 2024 comments on the 2024 SDEIS:
1. Traffic shift from Bottineau Boulevard to West Broadway (vehicular traffic)
2. Southbound queuing on Bottineau approaching Highway 100 (vehicular traffic)
3. Increased demand on local first responders (public safety)
· On June 17, 2025, the Crystal City Council discussed these issues in a work session and
directed staff to formally comment on the 2025 SFEIS.
· On June 23, 2025, the city sent the attached letter formally commenting on the 2025
SFEIS.
The city’s opinion is that the three potential impacts identified by the city but not addressed
in the 2025 SFEIS are within the scope of the environmental impact statement. Vehicular
traffic and public safety are specific components of the environment review, respectively
located in Sections 3.4 and 4.7 of both the 2024 SDEIS and 2025 SFEIS.
At this time, the city is awaiting the project’s response to our June 23, 2025 letter. We will
continue to work with the project to resolve these issues in some way prior to the Amended
Record of Decision being completed for the environmental impact statement. The city’s
ultimate goal is to help make the METRO Blue Line Extension a successful addition to the
regional transit system.
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Memorandum
DATE: July 1, 2025
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: Adam Bell, City Manager
Kimberly Therres, Assistant City Manager/Human Resources Manager
SUBJECT: Labor Relations Update and Negotiations Discussion
The city has three bargaining units:
• International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49 (public works).
• Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local 44 (patrol officers).
• Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local 56 (police supervisors).
We are currently in negotiations with Local 44 and Local 56 for the next contract. We
are anticipating negotiations with Local 49 will begin soon.
Staff would like to meet in a closed session with the city council to provide an update on
these negotiations and discuss strategy. Labor Relations Attorney Susan Hansen,
Assistant City Manager Kim Therres and I will be at the work session to answer
questions.
In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D.03, this portion of the work session
will be closed to consider strategy for labor negotiations.
Prior to closing the work session, the Mayor should announce the time, place and
purpose of the closed portion during the open public portion of the work session. The
closed session will be recorded.
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4141 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-1188 • www.crystalmn.gov
Posted: July 11, 2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, July 15, 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. Ceremony
3.1 Mayor Deshler will conduct the swearing-in ceremony for Brian Hubbard as Crystal’s new
Chief of Police.*
3.2 Mayor Deshler will conduct the swearing-in ceremony for Pete Underthun as Crystal’s new
Deputy Chief of Police.*
4. Appearances
4.1 Chief Hubbard will present awards to Crystal Police Officers.*
4.2 Mayor Deshler will recognize West Metro Fire-Rescue District Chief Sarah Larson for her years
of service and retirement.*
5. Consent Agenda
The council will consider the following items, which are routine and non-controversial in nature,
in a single motion:
5.1 Approval of the minutes from the following meetings:
a. The city council work session on June 17, 2025.
b. The city council meeting on June 17, 2025.
5.2 Approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by the finance department.
5.3 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk.
5.4 Acceptance of the resignation of James Einfeldt-Brown from the Planning Commission.*
5.5 Adoption of a resolution declaring several diseased trees on private properties as public
nuisances and order them abated.
5.6 Adoption of a resolution authorizing a contract for a condition assessment study for the Joint
Water Commission (JWC).
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6. 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).
7. Regular Agenda
7.1 The council will receive the 2026 Budget Intro.*
Staff will present the introduction for the 2026 Budget. The known factors and the
schedule will be provided. No action is required, but the council is invited to provide
feedback and direction to staff to aid in preparing the 2026 Budget.
7.2 The council will consider the second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending the
overnight parking regulations, a resolution approving language for summary publication, and
a resolution approving amendment of the fee schedule.
At its June 17 meeting, the council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending
the overnight parking regulations. The proposed amendments will create two categories of
temporary parking permits, short-term and long-term. The proposal also expands the time
of year permits may be issued. The permit fees are also being amended. Recommend
approval of the second reading and adoption of the proposed ordinance, a resolution
approving language for summary publication, and a resolution amending the fees.
8. Announcements
a. West Metro Fire-Rescue District Chief Sarah Larson’s retirement celebration is July 16 from 2–
4 p.m. at Station 3, 4251 Xylon Ave. N., New Hope.
b. West Metro Fire-Rescue District Open House is July 22 from 5–8 p.m. at Station 3, 4251 Xylon
Ave. N., New Hope.
c. Crystal Frolics is July 24–27. A schedule of activities and events is available at
www.crystalfrolics.org.
d. The next city council meeting is Tuesday, August 19, at 7 p.m. in the council chambers at city
hall.
e. 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.
9. 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 June 17, 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 6:30 p.m. on June 17, 2025, in the upper
community room at city hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, MN, and via Zoom. Mayor Deshler called the
meeting to order.
I.Attendance
The assistant city manager recorded the attendance for city council members and staff:
Council members present: Onesirosan (arrived at 6:34 p.m.), Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler,
Kamish and Kiser.
Council Member Eidbo was absent.
City staff present: City Manager A. Bell, City Attorney R. Tierney, Assistant City Manager/HR
Manager K. Therres, Recreation Director J. Elholm, Police Chief S. Revering, Deputy Police Chief B.
Hubbard and Community Development Director J. Sutter.
II.Agenda
The council and staff discussed the following agenda item:
1.Three Rivers Parks District Update – District 3 Commissioner Erin Kolb.
At 7 p.m., Mayor Deshler recessed the work session and continued it until immediately after the
Economic Development Authority meeting.
Mayor Deshler reconvened the work session at 8:54 p.m. to continue discussion of the following
agenda items:
2.Parks and Recreation Department update.
3.Blue Line Extension update:
a.Supplemental Final Environmental Impact Statement (SFEIS).
b.60% plans.
4.Council liaison reports.
5.Constituent issues update.
6.City manager update.
7.New business.
8.Announcements.
III.Adjournment
The work session adjourned at 10:13 p.m.
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kimberly Therres, Assistant City Manager
5.1 (a)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes June 17, 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 Crystal City Council meeting was held on June 17, 2025, at 7 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 assistant city manager to call the roll for elected officials. Upon roll call, the
following attendance was recorded:
Council members present: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Kamish and Kiser.
Council Member Eidbo was absent.
City staff present: City Manager A. Bell, City Attorney R. Tierney, Assistant City Manager/HR Manager
K. Therres, Recreation Director J. Elholm, West Metro Fire-Rescue District Fire Chief S. Larson,
Assistant Fire Chief J. Kunde, Police Chief S. Revering, Deputy Police Chief B. Hubbard and Community
Development Director J. Sutter.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Deshler led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
A moment of silence was requested and observed at the direction of Mayor Deshler.
2.Approval of Agenda
The council considered approval of the agenda.
Moved by Council Member Kiser and seconded by Council Member Budziszewski to approve the
agenda.
Motion carried.
3.Proclamation
3.1 The mayor proclaimed July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Crystal.
4.Recognition
4.1 The council considered a resolution recognizing Crystal Chief of Police Stephanie Revering for her
years of service.
Crystal Chief of Police Stephanie Revering addressed the council.
Moved by Mayor Deshler and seconded by Council Member Kiser to adopt the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – 64
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF
AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO CHIEF OF POLICE
STEPHANIE K. REVERING ON HER RETIREMENT
Voting aye: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Kamish and Kiser.
Absent; not voting: Eidbo.
Motion carried, resolution declared adopted.
5.1 (b)
Crystal City Council meeting minutes June 17, 2025
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5. Consent Agenda
The council considered the following items, which are routine and non -controversial in nature, in a
single motion:
5.1 Approval of the minutes from the following meetings:
a. The city council work session on June 3, 2025.
b. The city council meeting on June 3, 2025.
c. The city council special work session on June 12, 2025.
5.2 Approval of disbursements over $25,000 submitted by the finance department.
5.3 Approval of the list of license applications submitted by the city clerk.
5.4 Approval of the following items for 2025 Crystal Frolics:
a. Temporary closure of portions of 46th Avenue N. and 47th Avenue N. from July 24 - 27, 2025,
for city and volunteer staff vehicle parking, shuttle bus service, fireworks displays, and the
water ball competition hosted by West Metro Fire-Rescue District Firefighters Relief
Association.
b. A permit for display of outdoor fireworks at Welcome Park on July 26, 2025, submitted by
Advanced Entertainment Technologies, Inc. d/b/a Image Engineerin g.
5.5 Acceptance of the resignation of Trina Smith from the Inclusion and Diversity Commission.
5.6 Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-65, recognizing Independence Day.
5.7 Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-66, approving a Local Climate Action Planning Grant Agreement
with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Moved by Council Member Kiser and seconded by Council Member Cummings to approve the consent
agenda.
Motion carried.
6. Open Forum
The following person addressed the council:
• Jim Adams, 5916 29th Pl. N., commending Chief Revering.
• Hannah Hougo, 3832 Brunswick Ave. N., regarding neighborhood/property concerns.
• Delfina Chavez, 3808 Adair Ave. N., regarding neighborhood/property concerns.
7. Regular Agenda
7.1 The council received the 2024 annual financial report from Bergan KDV.
Representatives from Bergan KDV addressed the council.
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Kiser to accept the
2024 annual financial report from Bergan KDV.
Voting aye: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Kamish and Kiser.
Absent; not voting: Eidbo.
Motion carried.
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Crystal City Council meeting minutes June 17, 2025
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7.2 The council considered approval of the first reading of an ordinance amending the overnight
parking regulations.
City Manager Adam R. Bell addressed the council.
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Kamish to adopt the
following ordinance:
ORDINANCE 2025 - 11
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XIII TRAFFIC, MOTOR VEHICLES AND
OTHER VEHICLES, SECTION 1310 PARKING REGULATIONS
And further, that the second and final reading will be held on July 15, 2025.
Voting aye: Onesirosan, Budziszewski, Cummings, Deshler, Kamish and Kiser.
Absent; not voting: Eidbo.
Motion carried.
8. Announcements
The council and staff made announcements about upcoming events.
9. Adjournment
Moved by Council Member Budziszewski and seconded by Council Member Cummings to adjourn the
meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
___________________________________
Julie Deshler, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Kimberly Therres, Assistant City Manager
5.1 (b)
DATE: July 8, 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
Center for Energy & Environment Home Improvement Grants $29,725.18
Euna Solutions Inc Budget Software $36,225.00
WSB & Associates Twin Oaks Park, Welcome Park, & 2025 Street Recon Design $32,333.25
Finance Professional Services, Budget Implementation, &
Supplemental Accounting Support
Crosstown Masonry Inc Pool & Pool Building Concrete $86,772.01
Envision Glass Inc Pool Building Glass $25,175.00
Global Specialty Contractors Crystal Cove Construction $570,422.19
Guardian Fleet Safety LLC Unmarked Police Vehicle Build $25,649.02
Karl of Marshalltown LLC Parks Truck 102 Replacement Vehicle $50,717.71
Kraus-Anderson Construction Crystal Cove Construction Management $63,584.26
LMCIT Q3 2025 Workers Compensation Insurance $35,547.00
LMCIT Q3 2025 Property and Casualty Insurance $70,135.00
Metropolitan Council Wastewater Services for July $157,087.86
Municipal Builders Inc JWC Pump House Improvements (Pass-Through Cost )$257,055.82
Northwest Asphalt Inc 2024 Utility Reconstruction $229,497.01
Webber Recreational Design Pool Shade Structures & Pump Pit Roof $79,080.00
Waste Management (HRG) New Hope, Brooklyn Center, and Crystal May Recycling $161,849.64
Webber Recreational Design Pool Shade Structure & Pump Pit Roof Installation $54,728.00
West Metro Fire Rescue District June Contribution to West Metro Fire $150,029.25
IRS - EFTPS Federal & FICA Withholding Taxes for 6/6/25 Pay Date $76,663.48
MN PERA Employee & City Required Contributions for 6/6/25 Pay Date $77,144.07
IRS - EFTPS Federal & FICA Withholding Taxes for 6/20/25 Pay Date $83,432.69
MN PERA Employee & City Required Contributions for 6/20/25 Pay Date $77,731.92
$2,473,255.86
Description
Abdo LLP $42,670.50
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City of Crystal Council Meeting
July 15, 2025
Applications for City License
Rental (new)
6203 36th Ave. N. – Creek Edge Townhomes LLC
5230 Welcome Ave. N. – Afton Hughes (Conditional)
Rental (renewal)
5415 Angeline Ave. N. – Anna Novak
4635 Brunswick Ave. N. – William Leon (Conditional)
4641 Brunswick Ave. N. – Dwayne Meier
4552 Colorado Ave. N. – Amanda Maveus (Conditional)
3501 Douglas Dr. N. – Coventry Properties of Crystal LLC
3601-3603 Douglas Dr. N. – Logan Ridpath (Conditional)
5136 Edgewood Ave. N. – Stephanie Holmes
5012 Fairview Ave. N. – Dylan Jones
2925 Hampshire Ave. N. – Michael Kaldor (Conditional)
3809 Hampshire Ave. N. – HPA Borrower 2021-1 LLC (Conditional)
3108 Kentucky Ave. N. – Colin Kaster
4825 Kentucky Ave. N. – Cody Metz (Conditional)
6719 Lombardy La. – Pro Operam Sub II LLC
4601 Louisiana Ave. N. – Reill Properties LLC (Conditional)
5400 Louisiana Ave. N. – RM Houses LLC (Conditional)
5300 Maryland Ave. N. – Ben Williams
5625 Maryland Ave. N. – Douglas Heinzmann (Conditional)
3220-3226 Nevada Ave. N. – Andrey Ryvlin (Conditional)
3406 Noble Ave. N. – Susan Kowaliw (Conditional)
3401 Regent Ave. N. – Matthew Meyer
5801 Regent Ave. N. – Allison Knutsen (Conditional)
4534 Welcome Ave. N. – Jeanne Rudelius
5900-5920 West Broadway – Virginian Partners LLC (Conditional)
4230 Xenia Ave. N. – Danny Vo and Christina Duong
4755 Xenia Ave. N. – Noah Bruder (Conditional)
5527 Xenia Ave. N. – Joshua Asp
4617 Zane Ave. N. – XVH Enterprise LLC (Conditional)
5619 Zane Ave. N. – Reese Pfeiffer (Conditional)
6300 31st Ave. N. – Norman Hillesland
6511 31st Ave. N. – Larry Emond
6211 32nd Ave. N. – High Seng Chai (Conditional)
8316 32nd Pl. N. – Christopher Narins
6629 41st Ave. N. – Jean Witthoft
5100 50th Ave. N. – Javier Rodriguez (Conditional)
6917 50th Ave. N. – SFR II Borrower 2021-3 LLC (Conditional)
5328 53rd Ave. N. – Hot Homes LLC
4912 56th Ave. N. – Joe Rice (Conditional)
5708 56th Ave. N. – Crystal Ventures (Conditional)
5724 56th Ave. N. – Crystal Ventures (Conditional)
5802 56th Ave. N. – Crystal Ventures (Conditional)
Tree Trimmer
Rainbow Tree Company, 11571 K-Tel Dr., Minnetonka, MN 55343
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – ___
RESOLUTION DECLARING THE DISEASED TREES PUBLIC NUISANCES
AND ORDERING THEM ABATED AT SEVERAL PRIVATE PROPERTIES
WHEREAS, Crystal City Code 2015 governs shade tree diseases in the City of Crystal and
provides a process to declare them public nuisances and order them abated; and
WHEREAS, the trees on the property at the properties listed below have been inspected by the
City’s certified tree inspectors; and
WHEREAS, the certified tree inspectors confirmed the trees to be diseased with Emerald Ash
Borer disease; and
WHEREAS, the City provided multiple notices of the diseased tree and gave the property
owners an opportunity to be heard regarding this matter at the City Council’s July 15th meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Crystal as follows:
1.The City of Crystal declares the diseased trees at the properties listed below a public
nuisance, orders them to be abated, and directs the cost of such abatement to be
assessed against the property in accordance with Crystal City Code and Minnesota
Statutes, Section 429.101.
List of properties with diseased trees to be declared a nuisance:
5324 Hanson Ct. N. 4079 Douglas Dr. N.
Adopted this 15th day of July, 2025
Julie Deshler,
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________________
Kimberly Therres,
Assistant City Manager
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Memorandum
DATE: July 15, 2025
TO: Adam Bell
FROM: Jesse Struve, PE, Director of Public Works / City Engineer
Jose Galeano, Utilities Superintendent
SUBJECT: Award Contract to HDR for JWC System Inventory and Assessment Plan
Background
The Joint Water Commission (JWC) is an organization comprised of Crystal, Golden Valley, and New Hope. The
organization operates a water supply, storage, and distribution system to buy treated water from the City of
Minneapolis. The JWC does not have a document which outlines the assets, age of important infrastructure, and
condition assessment of the infrastructure.
The assessment will:
•Update the water model for the entire system.
•Provide an overview off all assets and provide a condition rating for them.
•Provide a draft 10 year Capital Improvement Plan for the JWC.
The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the JWC came up with the framework to get proposals from
several consultants. After the TAC received the 3 proposals, staff evaluated each one, and the TAC decided as a
group that HDR would be the best consultant to do this work.
The TAC presented this to the JWC commissioners who approved moving forward with the inventory and
assessment study in an hourly, not-to-exceed amount of $65,370 including the optional tasks.
Project Cost
The total cost of the feasibility study is $65,370.
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 system inventory and assessment.
Attachment
•HDR Proposal
•Council resolution for approval
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hdrinc.com
1601 Utica Avenue South, Suite 600, St. Louis Park, MN 55416-3400
(763) 591-5400
May 29, 2025
Mr. Jesse Struve
Joint Water Commission
4141 Douglas Dr. N.
Crystal, MN 55422
Submitted via Email
SUBJECT:Proposal for Engineering Consulting Services
System Inventory and Assessment
Dear Mr. Struve,
HDR is pleased to present our proposal for the Joint Water Commission (JWC) System Inventory
and Assessment. Our Twin-Cities based team brings deep experience in utility system assessment,
hydraulic modeling and capital planning; including a strong track record of working across multi-
jurisdictional systems like yours. To illustrate a couple of local examples of our experience, we have
included Project References as attachments to this proposal.
We understand the importance of having a clear picture of your shared infrastructure. Our approach
is focused on delivering a complete asset inventory, evaluating system condition and emergency
well reliability, and providing actionable planning tools to support both near and long-term decision
making.
I look forward to the opportunity to support JWC’s efforts and bring our technical and planning
expertise to this important project. Should you have any questions or need further information,
please contact me (Steve) at 763-591-5380 or steven.muir@hdrinc.com.
Sincerely,
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Steven Muir, PE Christine Wiegert
Project Manager Sr. Vice President / Area Manager
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Scope of Services
HDR will provide a comprehensive inventory and assessment of the Joint Water Commission
(JWC) water system, serving the cities of Crystal, Golden Valley, and New Hope. This work will
include compiling existing GIS data, as-builts, inspection reports, and prior studies; conducting field
inspections of key assets; and reviewing system operations and interconnects. We will also
evaluate emergency well capacity, assess opportunities for pressure improvement, and update the
existing hydraulic model. HDR recommends a practical approach to main break data analysis, in
which we will utilize your existing main break data to provide straightforward recommendations
about your system. The final deliverables will include a complete GIS database, a system inventory
with risk assessment, a recommended 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), a 20-year
replacement schedule, and recommendations for system performance improvements.
Task 1.0 Project Management and Data Gathering
Task Objective: Establish a clear understanding of the project scope, expectations, and available
background information to support a streamlined and informed assessment process.
Specific tasks include:
-Conduct a project kickoff meeting with JWC stakeholders to confirm goals, key contacts,
schedule, and data needs.
-Collect and review all available documentation, including GIS files, as-built drawings, and
relevant studies previously conducted.
-Organize and summarize the existing documentation into a concise reference memo.
-Identify any critical data gaps and outline assumptions based on missing information.
-Establish GIS Geodatabase of record.
Assumptions:
-No field survey to be performed under this task.
-JWC will provide requested documentation.
Task 2.0 Tower and Valve Pit Condition Inspection
Task Objective: Assess the physical condition of two of the three JWC water towers to evaluate
coating integrity and mechanical condition and identify potential short and long-term maintenance
needs.
Specific tasks include:
- Conduct field inspections of two towers (Golden Valley and one New Hope), and valve
metering pit.
- Evaluate exterior and interior coating condition for the Water Towers, check for signs of
corrosion, peeling, or failure Using data from the assessment, HDR will provide a life
expectancy estimate of the coatings and a timeline for replacement. Tank inspection will be
conducted by KLM Engineering, Inc, who will use a ROV to conduct the inspection of the
wet portions of the tower.
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- Conduct inspection of process piping and valving within the base of tower structures.
Identify signs of corrosion, material failure, or other easily identifiable issues. Conduct brief
interviews with operation staff to understand their observations and concerns.
- Inspect process piping, valves, hatches, vents, ladders, and safety systems for operability
and code compliance.
- Document findings with photos and recommendations for maintenance or repair.
Assumptions:
- ROV inspection will be used to inspect both tanks
Task 3.0 Linear Condition Assessment
Task Objective: Evaluate the visible and accessible infrastructure components; pump houses, valve
vaults, and related piping, to determine current condition and support future maintenance planning.
Specific tasks include:
- Conduct site visits to the pump houses, valve pit(s), and other accessible facilities.
- Assess visible piping, valves, and associated mechanical systems for wear, corrosion or
failure risks.
- Summarize facility age, materials, and observable deficiencies.
- Provide high-level recommendations for rehabilitation or replacement based on findings.
- Using HDRs extensive national dataset on watermain break information, HDR can provide
valuable insights into the JWC dataset. From this database, and JWC break information,
HDR can provide recommendations regarding potential likelihood of failure, and
recommendations for future replacement of critical assets.
- Depending on the amount of data available, HDR will generate a heat map comparing
break indices for the system, which will help inform the development of the CIP.
Task 4.0 Emergency Well Evaluation
Task Objective: Evaluate the capacity and reliability of the emergency wells to determine whether
current and projected emergency water demands can be met and identify potential improvements.
Specific tasks include:
- Request and review recent pumping test data, historical performance records, and well
construction details.
- Review interior conditions and pumping infrastructure within the building.
- Compile historical water demand data, including maximum day and peak hour usage.
- Compare available emergency well capacity with storage and supply requirements under
emergency conditions.
- Provide recommendations to improve emergency supply, including possible rehabilitation or
addition of wells.
Assumptions:
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- JWC will conduct and provide results from any necessary pump testing during study period.
Task 5.0 Hydraulic Model Update and System Capacity Analysis
Task Objective: Update the existing hydraulic model with current system data and evaluate system
wide performance to identify potential areas for improvement.
Specific tasks include:
- Update model geometry, demand allocations, and facility information using recent data and
findings from Tasks 1-4.
- Review system supply, storage, and pressure zones under normal and emergency
operating conditions.
- Evaluate emergency well capacity and reliability of supply from Minneapolis.
- Conduct desktop analysis of storage and supply requirements.
- Conduct hydrant flow testing & Model calibration (optional, dependent upon model review)
- Use the updated hydraulic model to identify areas with potential hydraulic deficiencies,
based on estimated pressure, available fire flow, and headloss/velocity.
- Propose system improvements to address hydraulic deficiencies.
Task 6.0 Project Documentation
Task Objective: Provide JWC with documentation of findings, recommendations, and planning tools
to guide capital planning decisions.
Specific tasks include:
- Develop a Technical Memorandum summarizing system inventory, condition assessment,
and evaluation of results.
- Prepare a 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with project priorities, cost estimates,
and justification.
- Outline a tentative 20-year replacement and maintenance schedule for planning purposes.
- Deliver an updated GIS geodatabase incorporating data gathering results.
- Deliver updated hydraulic model files with documentation of changes and model
assumptions.
Overall Project Deliverables:
•Technical Memorandum summarizing:
o System inventory
o Water tower coating conditioning report documenting recommendations and expected
remaining life of coatings for two water towers.
o Asset condition assessment findings
o Water tower and valve pit inspection report
o Emergency well evaluation
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o System performance analysis
•Updated hydraulic model with revised geometry, demands, and calibrated results
•10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with project priorities and cost estimates
o CIP to include the following recommendations:
▪Tower recoating
▪Reservoir rehabilitation (Inspection report &recommendations by others)
▪Water Distribution Improvements
•Tentative 20-year asset replacement schedule with planning-level costs
•GIS geodatabase including compiled and newly gathered asset information
•Inspection reports for two water towers, including photos and recommendations
•Summary memo of existing data and document review
Assumptions:
•JWC will provide all available data at the start of the project (GIS files, reports, as-builts,
inspection records, etc.)
•No survey or subsurface investigation will be conducted
•JWC will perform and provide results of any needed pump testing for emergency wells
•One water tower (currently scheduled for painting) will not be inspected
•Reservoirs will not be inspected as part of this project
•No permitting or regulatory coordination is included in this scope
•No field data collection or GIS data population is expected to be completed by HDR
•One draft and one final TM, in electronic format.
•Up to 3-month project duration
•Local travel is included in fee estimate for HDR to attend meetings at JWC offices
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Optional Services
Task 7.1 SCADA Assessment
During our scoping discussion, it appears that some assessment of SCADA and controls would be
helpful to include as part of this report. We have included the following as an optional service:
•Investigation of the existing control system components, including instrumentation,
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Operator Interface Terminals (OIT), and the
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition servers and software.
•Instrumentation data collection will focus on installed instruments' quality, quantity, and
location and include model numbers, serial numbers, and measurement ranges. The
amount location of PLC and OIT equipment will also be recorded; the assessment should
consist of the make/model, serial number, and firmware versions for both the OIT and PLC;
to gather the firmware information, copies of PLC and OIT programs would need to be
provided by the owner to HDR.
•To assess the SCADA servers and software, the existing PC hardware specifications
(Operating System, Processor, RAM, and HDD capacity) will be recorded in addition to the
SCADA package and version being used. A thorough assessment should include the
communications path between the SCADA system and the Remote Terminal Units (RTU).
•The information regarding systems communications would vary on the mode of
communication but would generally be one of the following: licensed or unlicensed radio
links, cellular communications, or leased lines from an internet service provider.
Task 7.2 Targeted Hydrant Flow Testing
Hydrant flow testing for model calibration is a critical piece to confirming model accuracy. HDR will
review the current model, and results from any previous model calibration efforts, and then
recommend whether or not hydrant flow testing is needed. The HDR team has flow tested for
multiple utilities throughout the upper Midwest and the local MN HDR office maintains the full suite
of hydrant flow testing and pressure monitoring equipment for the company, allowing JWC to utilize
this equipment for this project in an efficient manner.
Services Include:
•Prepare flow testing plan and coordinate with JWC staff prior to field work.
•Deploy temporary pressure monitors at key hydrants within the JWC water system.
•Conduct 1-day of flow testing, 8 tests minimum.
•Compile data from day of flow testing, calibrate hydraulic model to flow testing data.
•Flow testing plan, results, and maps to be provided as a deliverable.
Schedule
HDR is available to begin work on the project immediately and anticipates completing the scope of
services within three (3) months of notice to proceed (NTP) from the City.
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Personnel
HDR proposes the following key staff to support this project.
•Kathryn (Kabby) Jones, PE..............................................................Principal In Charge
•Steve Muir, PE.....................................................................................Project Manager
•Kris Knutson, PE ...................................................................................Technical Lead
•Lukas Garcia-Oppriecht, EIT ..............................................................Project Engineer
Kabby Jones, PE. Kabby has a strong portfolio of experience in management and execution of
water and environmental projects. Her background includes all components of water systems
planning including water demand analysis and forecasting, hydraulic distribution system modeling,
water source development, capital improvement planning, and water conservation planning. Her
design experience includes groundwater wells, municipal treatment distribution pipeline, and water
storage facilities. With a combined background in civil engineering and public policy, Kabby can
provide a bridge between technical analysis and the social and environmental implications of
resource challenges.
Steve Muir, PE. Steve is a water and wastewater planning professional with more than 12 years of
experience in master planning, condition assessment, and long-range capital planning. He has led
and supported numerous projects involving hydraulic modeling, CIP development, and data
integration using GIS and historical asset data. Steve regularly manages planning projects for local
and regional utilities and is the Infrastructure Planning Lead for the Minnesota and Wisconsin water
group.
Kris Knutson, PE. With more than 20 years of experience in drinking water engineering, Kris
supports drinking water planning and design projects in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. Kris
brings a broad understanding of water treatment, water supply management, and design from his
background as a water operator, utility manager, and design engineer. He is experienced in water
treatment facility management, is a certified plant operator, as well as a professional engineer in
MN with significant water treatment design expertise.
Lukas Garcia-Oppriecht, EIT. Lukas is a water and wastewater engineer specializing in hydraulic
modeling, master planning, and asset management. Lukas also supports condition assessment,
GIS and model integration, operational system modeling, dynamic tools and dashboards, water
demand forecasting, and CIP development.
KLM
KLM Engineering Incorporated, out of Woodbury, Minnesota, is a well-known water tower
engineering and inspection firm staffed by experienced, registered professionals in all positions.
Our engineers and inspectors are highly qualified to meet your requirements and have performed
numerous tank inspections within the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
KLM employs one of the largest certified NACE coatings, AWS/CWI inspection staff in the Midwest.
With two branch locations in addition to our headquarters, KLM is able to efficiently reach clients
nationwide.
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Fee
HDR proposes to complete Tasks 1 through 6, for a not-to-exceed fee of $51,494. The budget is
detailed in the table below. As work is performed, we will invoice monthly.
Task Task Description
Project ManagerAsset Management Technical LeadProject EngineerQA/QCOffice PrincipalProject AccountantAdmin CoordinatorHours Labor Fee
Hourly Rates $210 $210 $142 $285 $285 $95 $100
1
Project
Management and
Data Gathering
16 1 32 8 5 5 5 72 $ 12,794
2
Tower and Valve
Pit Condition
Inspection
0 0 4 0 0 0 0 4 $ 568
3 Linear Condition
Inspection 2 9 16 0 0 0 0 27 $ 4,582
4 Emergency Well
Evaluation 6 6 52 0 0 0 0 64 $ 9,904
5
Hydraulic Model
Update and
System Capacity
Eval
5 2 56 0 0 0 0 63 $ 9,422
6 Project
Documentation 3 0 41 0 0 0 0 44 $ 6,452
Optional Tasks 4 0 90 0 0 0 0 94 $ 13,676
HDR Labor Subtotal $ 43,722
HDR Labor Subtotal (with Optional Tasks) $ 57,398
Mileage $ 150
Printing / Plotting $ 22
Equipment Rental (optional task)$ 200
Sub Consultant (KLM – Task 2)$ 7,600
Total Fee (No Optional Tasks) $ 51,494
Total Fee (with Optional Tasks) $ 65,370
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Optional Tasks are not included in this Scope and would be further defined and submitted with an
estimated Fee only if requested by the City.
Billing Terms
•This fee is based on our current understanding of the project and the assumptions listed. If
Owner desires changes to this scope of work, HDR would be pleased to revisit our fee and
align it with an adjusted scope.
•Labor Fee shall mean salaries and wages (basic and overtime) paid to all personnel
engaged directly on the Project. The Labor fee was derived from HDR’s labor rates times a
multiplier to cover overhead costs. Individuals not listed in the attached rate table will be
billed at a similar multiplier of their direct salary. The Labor Fee above reflects 2025
calendar year rates. If the contract extends beyond 2025, the Labor Fee will be adjusted as
of the first of the year to reflect equitable changes to the compensation payable to
personnel on remaining work.
•Expenses shall mean the actual expenses incurred directly or indirectly in connection with
the Project for transportation, travel, printing, shipping, and other incurred expense.
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Joint Powers Water Board
Albertville – St. Michael - Hanover, MN
Water System Needs Assessment
HDR assisted the cities of Albertville, Hanover, and
St. Michael with an update to the CIP. HDR
provided a review of the existing water system,
water demand analysis for existing and future
conditions, a hydraulic model update, deficiency
analysis, condition assessment, and updated CIP.
Key Features
•Compile & review data from 3 entities
•Demand analysis
•Hydraulic model update
•Deficiency analysis
•Treatment capacity evaluation
•Condition assessment
•Capital Improvement Plan
Client Reference
John Seifert
General Manager
Veolia North America
Joint Powers Water Board
11100 50th Street NE
Albertville, MN 55301
John.Seifert@veolia.com
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City of Fargo, Water Tower No. 6
City of Fargo, ND
The HDR team is providing design services for the Water Tower 6 reconditioning and
piping improvements project. The tower's existing coatings need replacement, and piping
and valving improvements are desired by City Staff to enhance operation and control of
the water tower. Other improvements under consideration include:
•Interior (wet and dry) and exterior blasting and recoating surfaces.
•Addition of valve service room within existing water tower base. Service room
upgrades include lighting and heating.
•Riser pipe replacement.
•Piping modifications to allow for valve operations in proposed new valve service
room within tower base.
•Replacement piping and valves inside existing meter pit. Demolition of meter pit
following removal of piping.
•Addition of recirculation pump at the base of the tower for the purpose of
replacement of existing grid bee mixer.
Client Reference:
Dan Portlock PE
Assistant Water Utility
Director
City of Fargo
Office: 701.476.6799 Cell:
701.412.5118
DPortlock@FargoND.gov
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Corporate Office
1976 Wooddale Drive, Suite 4
Woodbury, MN 55125
651-773-5111
Copyright 2025 by KLM Engineering, Inc. Page 1 of 8
April 4, 2025
Sent via Email Only
Mr. Kris Knutson, PE
Drinking Water Project Manager
HDR, Inc.
1601 Utica Ave. S. Suite 600
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
RE: 1,500,000‐Gallon Legged “Tower No. 1”‐ Golden Valley, MN
500,000‐Gallon Double Ellipsoidal “North Tower”‐ New Hope, MN
Dear Mr. Knutson:
KLM is pleased to submit this proposal for the remote operated vehicle (ROV) evaluation of the above‐
referenced water storage tanks.
KLM Engineering provides AMPP/NACE and AWS trained inspectors, certified in competent climbing,
having experience and working knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHA),
American Water Works Association (AWWA), American Concrete Industry (ACI) and State Regulations.
KLM Engineering provides evaluation reports that are reviewed by an engineer who has authored the
report and/or were written under the engineer’s direct supervision.
DOCUMENTATION
KLM will provide the Owner with an evaluation report, which will provide the following benefits:
1. Clearly stating the actual condition of the reservoirs.
2. For coated reservoirs, provide a life expectancy estimate of the coatings and/or an estimated
timeline for coating replacement.
3. Identify structure deficiencies and recommended repairs to bring the reservoir into compliance
with ACI, AWWA and OSHA requirements.
4. Provide a schedule for performing recommended maintenance work.
5. Provide a Cost Estimate for all structure repairs and coating replacement.
6. Identify the quantity of sediment and recommend a timeline for cleanout, if warranted.
7. Include color photographs identifying current conditions and any required repairs.
8. Recommend a timeline for future evaluations.
The evaluation report will be provided to HDR, Inc. in digital format (pdf). After which, KLM will contact
HDR, Inc. to discuss the report and answer any questions.
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SCOPE OF WORK
ROV Evaluation
KLM plans to utilize a two‐man crew and a remote operated vehicle (ROV) to perform the evaluations.
This evaluation method can be performed in one day per asset.
KLM will provide evaluators who are properly trained and qualified to perform this type of evaluation.
KLM inspectors will place a disinfected ROV and tether into the reservoir for the interior evaluation of
the roof, walls, partition walls, floor, piping and valves. Photos will be taken with an underwater camera,
which will show the structure conditions and quantity of sediment. The interior of the inlet pipe is
excluded from the evaluation, unless otherwise written into this Agreement.
Exterior and Interior Evaluation
The exterior and interior evaluation is critical to the evaluation to determine whether there are any
structure deficiencies and items out of OSHA compliance.
The exterior will be inspected from all areas accessible without rigging, unless otherwise written into
this Agreement. Coating conditions of both the interior and exterior piping and reservoir coatings, when
applicable, will be examined using dry film thickness (DFT) and standard ASTM tests.
Interior and Exterior:
Roof structure (size and style).
Vents (size and style).
Roof manways (size and style).
Ventilation manways (size and style).
Overflow weir and pipe (size and style).
Support column (size and style).
Capacity level and head range.
Inlet/outlet pipe.
Mud ring.
Site dimensions.
Safety considerations.
Drains.
Floor condition.
Pitting on piping.
Ladders, cages, platforms and handrails.
Base pad condition, including Flexcell and
grout.
Screens on vents and overflows.
Overflow air breaks, splash pads and
drainage.
Safety devices.
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OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
The Owner’s personnel shall also be responsible for:
Set the water at, or near, the high‐water operating level.
Cease the water inlet and outlet operation during the ROV inspection.
Taking and testing water samples, as required.
Providing information on the reservoir, including maintenance records, construction drawings,
previous evaluation reports and previous painting or reconditioning specifications. This information is
most useful if obtained prior to the reservoir inspection and evaluation.
FEES
The fee for the above‐referenced scope of work for both tanks is……………………………………………$7,600.00
The fee for gasket installation on state‐required wet access manway is $100.00.
Lead or chromium testing on any piping or steel components will be $800.00 additional.
It is the responsibility of the Owner to make sure that the tanks is prepared for the evaluation per the
schedule agreed to in advance by both parties. In the event KLM arrives on site and the tank is not
ready, a second day will be charged as additional time and materials.
Should the tank be deemed unsafe by our evaluators, we reserve the right to revise the proposal to
include necessary equipment and measures to ensure safe access to complete the scope of work. The
revised proposal would be subject to Owner approval.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
KLM has attached our standard Terms and Conditions. The Terms and Conditions are part of this
Agreement between the Moore and KLM Engineering, Inc. unless otherwise agreed to in writing by both
parties.
Fees are subject to change if the proposed work exceeds twelve (12) months from the date of this
proposal.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional information can be found at KLM’s website at: www.klmengineering.com
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AGREEMENT
This proposal is valid for sixty (60) days from the date of this proposal. If HDR, Inc., finds the proposal
acceptable, please sign and return it by mail, fax or email. By signing and returning this signature page
only, you agree to the terms of the entire proposal document submitted. When KLM receives the signed
proposal, we will contact the Owner to coordinate an evaluation date. Upon delivery of the report to
HDR, Inc., an invoice will be submitted according to the terms of this Agreement.
This Agreement, between HDR, Inc. and KLM Engineering, Inc. is accepted by:
HDR, Inc.
1601 Utica Ave. S. Suite 600
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
KLM ENGINEERING, INC.
1976 Wooddale Drive, Suite 4
Woodbury, MN 55125
Signature Signature
Dewey Prinzing
Name Name
Vice President of Business Development
Title Title
April 4, 2025
Date Date
We look forward to working with you.
Sincerely,
KLM ENGINEERING, INC.
Dewey Prinzing
Vice President of Business Development
1976 Wooddale Drive, Suite 4
Woodbury, MN 55125
Cell: 651‐434‐4321
Email: dprinzing@klmengineering.com
Attachment: KLM Terms and Conditions
Rev 2025.03.18
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – ___
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT TO HDR FOR THE JOINT WATER
COMMISSION (JWC) SYSTEM INVENTORY AND ASSESSMENT PLAN
WHEREAS, the City is committed to providing a reliable water distribution system; and
WHEREAS, understanding the system, age of infrastructure, and developing a capital
improvement plan is part of providing for a reliable water system; and
WHEREAS, HDR submitted a proposal to perform a System Inventory and Assessment report
for all the JWC’s assets; and
WHEREAS, the commissioners for the JWC approved the System Inventory and Assessment
Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Crystal as follows:
1. The City of Crystal awards the contract to HDR for the JWC System Inventory and
Assessment Plan.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 15th day of July, 2025.
______________________________
Julie Deshler,
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Kimberly Therres,
Assistant City Manager
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COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: July 8, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: City Manager Adam R. Bell
Chief of Police Brian Hubbard
RE: Consider approval of the second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending the
overnight parking regulations and resolution approving language of summary
publication.
Background
At the June 17 meeting, the council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the
overnight parking restrictions and related temporary parking permits. Currently, there is no
parking on city streets from 2:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. except with a temporary permit, which can
only be issued by the police from April 1 through November 30.
The proposed ordinance language is attached. The proposed language includes the following:
•Clarification of long-term and short-term permits.
o A long-term permit would allow overnight parking from April 1 through November 30.
A maximum of three long-term permits are allowed per household per year.
o A short-term permit would allow overnight parking year-round for two weeks at a
time.
A maximum of four short-term permits are allowed per vehicle per year.
•Fees. *These are referenced in the ordinance as Appendix IV, but the amounts are not
included in the text. The Council will consider the resolution approving the fees following
adoption of the ordinance amendment.
o All long-term permits will now have a fee of $40 per permit.
o The first two short-term permits are free. Additional permits would cost $20 each.
•Miscellaneous terms
o All permits shall continue to be issued at the discretion of the Police Chief.
o All permits are subject to suspension or revocation
o All permits are subject to snow removal suspension
o All parking is limited to a maximum of 24 consecutive hours
There are three separate actions for this item.
Requested City Council Action
1)Recommend approval of the second reading and adoption of the proposed ordinance
amendments regulating overnight parking and temporary permits.
2)Recommended approval of a resolution approving language for summary publication.
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3) Recommended approval of a resolution approving the fee amendment.
Attachments
• Ordinance 2025-XX, AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XIII TRAFFIC, MOTOR VEHICLES
AND OTHER VEHICLES, SECTION 1310 PARKING REGULATIONS
• Resolution approving language for summary publication
• Resolution Amending Appendix Iv of the Crystal City Code Related to Temporary Parking
Permit Fees
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 2025 – 11
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XIII TRAFFIC, MOTOR VEHICLES AND
OTHER VEHICLES, SECTION 1310 PARKING REGULATIONS
The City of Crystal ordains:
ARTICLE I. Chapter XIII, Section 1310 of the Crystal city code is hereby amended by deleting the
stricken material, adding the double underlined material, and renumbering the subdivisions as
may be needed as follows:
Section 1310. Parking Regulations
1310. 01. General rules.
Subd. 1. Parallel to curb. Vehicles must be parked or stopped parallel with the edge of
the roadway, headed in the direction of traffic, with the curb-side wheels of the vehicle within
12 inches of the edge of the roadway, and not closer than four feet to another vehicle parked at
the curb.
Subd. 2. Where no curb. On streets and highways not having a curb, a vehicle stopped
or parked must be stopped or parked parallel with and to the right of the paved or improved or
main travelled part of the street or highway.
Subd. 3. One-way roadway. On a one-way roadway, a vehicle must be parked with the
front of the vehicle facing in the same direction on the one-way street as the traffic thereof is
permitted to pass.
Subd. 4. Angle parking. On those streets that have been marked or signed for angle
parking, vehicles must be parked at the angle to the curb indicated by the marks or signs. Angle
parking is prohibited in any area of the city where such markings are not present.
1310.03. Parking prohibited. The parking and related prohibitions contained in Minnesota
Statutes, section 169.34 are adopted by reference and are incorporated herein.
1310.05. Other parking restrictions.
Subd. 1. Cars for sale. It is unlawful to park a vehicle on or abutting a street or highway
for the purpose of displaying the vehicle for sale or exchange. A vehicle is deemed to be in
violation of this section when it is found parked upon or abutting a street or highway and
bearing a sign indicating that it is for sale or exchange.
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Subd. 2. Disabled vehicles. The provisions of this section relating to stopping, standing
and parking do not apply to the driver of a vehicle that is disabled for a reasonable time, not
exceeding 24 hours, while on the paved or improved or main traveled portion of a street or
highway in such manner and to such extent that it is impossible to avoid stopping and
temporarily leaving the disabled vehicle in such position.
Subd. 3. City parks. It is unlawful to park a vehicle in a city park other than in a
designated parking area.
Subd. 4. Parking restrictions; snow events. After a snow event producing at least 1-1/2
inches of snow on any city street, parking is automatically prohibited on all public streets and
alleys until the snow has stopped accumulating and the street or alley has been plowed with
the snow removed to curb to curb.
Subd. 5. City parking lot. It is unlawful to park a truck-tractor or semitrailer in a city
parking lot. Vehicles, including those with trailers, shall be parked within the designated
parking lines and shall not be parked in a way that blocks parking by other vehicles.
1310.07. Parking times.
Subd. 1. General rule. No vehicle may be parked upon a public street, alley, or within a
city-owned parking lot between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. on any day. This
prohibition shall not apply to government-owned vehicles.
Subd. 2. Truck parking. No truck may be parked upon any public street, alley, or other
public way for a continuous period of more than two hours unless such vehicle is actively
engaged in loading or unloading activities carried out in the normal course of business. For
purposes of this subdivision, a “truck” shall be any vehicle having a capacity of 1½ tons or more,
or any tractor-trailer combination.
Subd. 3. Parking; temporary permits.
(a) General provisions.
(1) During the period from April 1 to November 30, and on legal holidays and the days
preceding and following legal holidays, the police chief is authorized to issue
temporary permits for the parking of a vehicle on a street between the hours of 2:00
a.m. to 5:00 a.m. when in the police chief’s judgment special circumstances exist
justifying the issuance of the temporary permit and the purposes of this subsection
will not be impaired thereby. For purposes of this subdivision, the term “legal
holiday” means: New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Day; Presidents’ Day; Memorial
Day; Juneteenth, Independence Day; Columbus Day; Veterans’ Day; Thanksgiving
Day; and Christmas Day.
(2) The permit is to be issued for a specific motor vehicle at a specific residential
dwelling unit and must be prominently displayed in the interior of the vehicle. A
temporary permit issued under this subsection is not transferable to another
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vehicle. One temporary permit may be issued under this subsection without a fee.
The fee for the issuance of additional temporary permits under this subsection is set
by Crystal city code, appendix IV. For purposes of this subdivision, the term “legal
holiday” means: New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Day; Presidents’ Day; Memorial
Day; Independence Day; Columbus Day; Veterans’ Day; Thanksgiving Day; and
Christmas Day. Permit applications shall include, at a minimum, the license plate
number of the vehicle, the address where the vehicle will be parked, the reason for
the permit request, and the name and telephone number of the applicant.
(3) Permits issued under this section may be revoked or suspended at the discretion of
the City for any reason, including but not limited to violation of permit terms.
(4) All permitted on-street parking shall be limited to no more than twenty-four (24)
consecutive hours.
(b) Permit types. Two categories of on-street parking permits may be issued by the City:
long-term parking permits and short-term parking permits.
(1) Long-term parking permit.
A long-term parking permit may be issued for use between April 1 and November 30
of each calendar year. No more than three (3) long-term permits shall be issued per
household per calendar year. The fee for each long-term permit shall be as
established in Appendix IV of the Crystal City Code.
(2) Short-term parking permit.
A short-term parking permit may be issued for a period not to exceed fourteen (14)
consecutive days, and may be issued at any time between January 1 and December
31. A maximum of four (4) short-term permits may be issued per vehicle per
calendar year. Up to two (2) short-term permits per calendar year may be issued at
no cost. The fee for any additional short-term permits shall be as established in
Appendix IV of the Crystal City Code.
(c) In the event a snow emergency is declared by the City, all vehicles must be removed
from public streets immediately. Vehicles remaining on the street may be subject to
citation and towing in accordance with applicable provisions of the Crystal City Code.
Subd. 4. City parking lots; temporary permits. The police chief is authorized to issue
temporary permits for the parking of a vehicle in a city-owned or operated parking lot between
the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. when in the police chief’s judgment special circumstances
exist justifying the issuance of the temporary permit and the purposes of this section will not be
impaired thereby. The permit is to be issued for a specific motor vehicle and must be
prominently displayed from the interior of the vehicle. A temporary permit issued under this
subsection is not transferable to another vehicle. One temporary permit may be issued under
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this subsection without a fee. The fee for the issuance of additional temporary permits under
this subsection is set by Crystal city code, appendix IV.
1310.09. Towing authorized. A vehicle parked in violation of this section may be ordered
removed from a public street, alley, or a city-owned or operated parking lot by a police officer
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, section 169B.035. Before towing any vehicle, the city shall
make reasonable efforts to notify the owner and require that they remove the vehicle. The
owner must pay all costs for the towing and storage of any vehicle towed hereunder. Except in
an emergency, the removal of a vehicle by or under the direction of the police officer does not
prevent the prosecution of a violation of this section.
ARTICLE II. Effective Date. This ordinance is effective upon adoption and 30 days after
publication.
First Reading: June 17, 2025
Second Reading: _______, 2025
Council Adoption: _______, 2025
Publication: ________, 2025
Effective Date: ______, 2025
BY THE CITY COUNCIL
Julie Deshler,
Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Kimberly Therres,
Assistant City Manager
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – ___
RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY LANGUAGE
FOR PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-11
WHEREAS, the Crystal City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11 “An Ordinance to Amend
Chapter XIII Traffic, Motor Vehicles and other Vehicles, Section 1310 Parking Regulations” (the
“Ordinance”) at its meeting held on July 15, 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.
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 NO. 2025-11
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XIII TRAFFIC, MOTOR VEHICLES AND
OTHER VEHICLES, SECTION 1310 PARKING REGULATIONS
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE No. 2025-11
Ordinance No. 2025-11 has been approved by the city council on July 15, 2025. A printed copy of
the full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection in the office of the city clerk.
The City Council adopted the above referenced ordinance amending Chapter XIII of the
Crystal City Code to revise the regulations regarding overnight parking and temporary
parking permits. A copy of the full text of the ordinance is available on the City’s website
and by contacting the City Clerk.
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
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;
4. Incorporate the text of the Ordinance into the Crystal City Code; and
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5. Post the updated Crystal City Code on the City’s website.
Adopted this 15th day of July 2025.
______________________________
Julie Deshler,
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Kimberly Therres,
Assistant City Manager
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CITY OF CRYSTAL
MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – ___
RESOLUTION AMENDING APPENDIX IV OF THE CRYSTAL
CITY CODE RELATED TO TEMPORARY PARKING PERMIT FEES
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted an ordinance (“Ordinance”) amending the regulations
related to parking restrictions and temporary parking permits; and
WHEREAS, those seeking a temporary parking permit under the new regulations are required to
pay fees associated with seeking a permit; and
WHEREAS, the Council wishes to amend Appendix IV of the Crystal City Code, which contains the
City’s fee schedule, to establish the fees associated with temporary parking permits.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Crystal that the Planning
section of the existing Appendix IV of the Crystal City Code be amended by adding the double
underlined material as follows:
Description 2025 Fee
Temporary Parking Permit
Long Term – Seasonal $40
Short Term – Year-round – Two(2)-weeks First 2 – No Charge; Additional permits - $20 each
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, by the City Council as follows:
1. The identified fees shall go into effect immediately.
2. City staff is authorized to incorporate the amendments approved herein into Appendix IV of
the Crystal City Code and to take such other actions as may be necessary to put the amended
fees and penalties into effect.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council this 15th day of July 2025.
______________________________
Julie Deshler,
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Kimberly Therres,
Assistant City Manager
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