2025.12.03 PRC PacketAGENDA
December 3, 2025
Crystal Community Center – 4800 Douglas Drive North, Crystal MN, 55429
7:00 pm Regular Meeting Agenda
1.Call the Meeting to Order / Introductions
2.Public Comments
3.Approval of Minutes
4.Chairperson’s Report
5.Commission Business / Discussion (45 minutes)
a.Project Discussion
b.Winterfest Event
c.Preliminary 2026 Meeting Dates and Locations
d.Bylaw Discussion
6.Commission Open Forum (10 minutes)
7.Commission Reports (15 minutes)
a.City Council Report
b.Project/Maintenance Report
c.Program Report
d.Director Report
8.Community Reports (10 minutes)
a.Community Activity/Event Reports
•Crystal Frolics Report
•Friends of Crystal Parks Report
b.Citizen Contacts
c.Other Community News Items
9.Adjournment
Next meeting date: January 7, 2025 – Crystal Community Center
MEETING OVERVIEW
December 3, 2025
Crystal Community Center – 4800 Douglas Drive North, Crystal MN, 55429
Contact John Elholm – john.elholm@crystalmn.gov or 763-531-1150 if you cannot attend.
REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING – 7:00 PM
1. Call the Meeting to Order and Introductions
Jesse McCaffrey will call the meeting to order
2. Public Comments
Citizens may bring items of concern related to parks and recreation to the attention of
the commission. Speaking time may be limited and no action will be taken.
3. Approval of Minutes – November 5, 2025
4. Chairperson’s Report
5. Commission Business / Discussion
John Elholm: Introduce Business Items
a. Project Discussion
b. Winterfest Event
c. Preliminary 2026 Meeting Dates and Locations
d. Bylaw Discussion
6. Commission Open Forum
A time for commission members to share their thoughts and ideas about parks and
recreation in Crystal.
7. City Reports
John Budziszewski: City Council Report
Brad Fortin: Project/Maintenance Report
Michelle Margo: Program Report
John Elholm: Director Report
8. Community Reports
Michelle Margo: Crystal Frolics Report
Lynn Haney: Friends of Crystal Parks Report
Commission Members: Other community news and contacts
9. Adjournment
Crystal Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes
November 5, 2025
Crystal Community Center
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by
Commission Chair Jesse McCaffrey.
Commission members in attendance: Jesse McCaffrey (Chair), Lynn Haney (Vice-Chair), Terri
Schultz (Secretary), Dave Anderson, Joyce Cooper, J.D. Moore II, Sonja Roby, Deb Schaber,
Angela Spores, and Kassidy Swanson. Also present were John Budziszewski from the City
Council and John Elholm, Brad Fortin and Michelle Margo from the City Staff.
There were no commission members absent.
There was no public comment.
Spores made a motion to approve the October commission meeting minutes; Moore
seconded the motion. The Park and Recreation Commission meeting minutes for October
were approved as written.
Chairperson’s Report
Chair McCaffrey did not present a report this month.
Commission Business / Discussion
Margo presented the Capture Crystal photo contest, an initiative inviting community
members to share their passion for what makes Crystal great across four categories:
People – spirit of community, Places - a landmark, something special about a park,
streetscape or hidden gem, Wildlife & Nature - backyard birds to bold sunsets, and Youth
- capturing the spirit of the community in any category. The commission reviewed a
selection of submitted photos and held a vote to determine the winning photo in each
category. The selected photographers will receive a recreation department gift certificate
and will be featured in an upcoming Facebook post.
Margo also shared information about the WINTERFEST event, changing from morning
event to afternoon event. All activities will be indoors (including llamas). The photos with
Santa will be in the gym and the Crystal VFW will be providing free hot dogs and goodies
in the Crystal rooms. New in 2025 will be Lighting Up Crystal at 5pm outside the main
(south) entry of the community center. Volunteers from the commission to assist with
the event are welcome! She also noted that the Tri-city Santa parade begins later on the
same evening.
Crystal Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes – Page 2 November 5, 2025
Elholm provided an update on projects scheduled for 2026. He shared that the city council
approved an agreement with WSB; to move from concept drawings to construction
documents for the Forest School and Woodland Park projects. He shared final concept
drawings for the two parks. The city council also approved an agreement with WSB; to
develop construction documents for the south parking lot in Valley Place Park.
Elholm also mentioned he met with the organizers of girls fastpitch to discuss improvements
to the fastpitch field in Valley Place Park - proposed in 2027. To be suitable for this growing
sport, improvements like moving the outfield fence in to 200’ will be required. Also proposed
is turning the field 180 degrees so it better fits the space, and so field users are closer to
restrooms and parking. The girls fastpitch organization is interested in assisting with this
project. To aid in planning, WSB will complete a topographic survey of the area and public
works staff will review drainage in the area in October.
Planning is also underway for the soccer (rectangle) field in North Lions Park, scheduled for
2026. An agreement was put in place a year ago, but due estimated costs of the project being
higher than originally expected, it was delayed until 2026. Planning for the soccer (rectangle)
field has resumed again.
Elholm led a discussion on the Park and Recreation Commission Bylaws. Commission members
shared input on several items. Comments on changes ranged from adding words to recognize
visitors to the city, removing a section on committees and correcting other language. Other
areas of discussion related to improving the section on meeting structure and commission
member attendance at meetings / activities. It was also suggested that reviewing other city
commission bylaws may be helpful, and that some items from the ‘functional description’
document should be moved over to the bylaws document. Recreation staff will take
comments received during the discussion and develop a draft bylaw amendment – to be sent
out with the December meeting packet.
Commission Open Forum
Commission members had an opportunity to discuss items during the commission open forum.
Spores shared she visited a couple destination playgrounds in neighboring cities and also visited
Anoka’s Halloween decoration contest. Haney shared an aurora will be visible tonight.
Commission Reports
Budziszewski gave the council report. He discussed the repair of railroad tracks, ducks and
honeybees being added to the domestic animal ordinance, the parking ordinance was updated,
a speed study indicated 85% are at speed limit or below and that organics recycling is up.
Crystal Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes – Page 3 November 5, 2025
Fortin gave a park maintenance report. He provided information and answered questions on
current maintenance activities; including winterizing the pool, new aquatic center parking lot,
pickleball and tennis nets coming down soon and putting holiday lights up.
Margo presented the recreation program report and answered questions. She provided
information on the winter brochure design and mentioned that registration starts soon. She
also shared positive impact of new adult programs (Puzzle Pursuit) and the upcoming Butterball
Pickleball Tournament.
Elholm provided a director’s report. He shared information on staff attendance at the MRPA
annual conference, shared a staff photo and answered questions.
Community Reports
Margo and Elholm presented Crystal Frolics to the council on October 21,2025. The
presentation shared information on the history of the event and changes being proposed for
2026. Moving the Becker Park activities to a different weekend is one change being
considered. Having activities at two parks at the same time is difficult to cover for staff, and in
some ways pulls use away from each other. Moving the Becker Park activities to a different
weekend will allow a greater focus to be had on each part of the event. Their next meeting
will be on November 17 (third Monday).
Haney provided the Friends of Crystal Parks Report. The Friend’s group will be meeting again
on January (third Thursday).
Haney made a motion to adjourn the meeting; McCaffrey seconded the motion.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 pm
Terri Schultz, Secretary
Michelle Margo, Recreation Services Manager
John Elholm, Recreation Director
Winterfest Volunteer Sign up
Saturday, December 6, 2025
2pm - 5:30 pm Volunteer Shift
Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive N, Crystal, MN 55429
2:00 pm Volunteer Shift Starts
3:00 pm Event Starts
5:00 pm Event Ends
5:30 pm Volunteer Shift Ends
Volunteers will assist with a vareity of activities:
(2) Concessions/VFW snacks
(3) Temporary tattoo table
(1) Floater
(2) Take home craft table
(2) Create a Card table
(2) Assist with Santa photo area/VFW goodie bags
john.elholm@crystalmn.gov Switch account
Not shared
* Indicates required question
Concessions in the gym
Temporrary Tattoo table in the gym
Floater to assist staff
Take Home Craft in the gymnasium
Create a Card in the gymnasium
Assist with Santa photos OR VFW goodie bags (post Santa photo)
Select all the areas you’re cool helping with. Shifts will be assigned based on
need and first-come, first-served.
*
Your Name:
Your answer
Your Email:
Your answer
Your cell # if you would like a text:
Your answer
Comments and/or questions
Your answer
Park Last Visit Area Type of Park Comments
Becker 2023 North Destination
Grogan/CCC n/a Central Destination
Bassett Creek 2023 South Community
North Lions 2021 North Community 2026 Improvements
Valley Place - June 2024 South Community 2027 Improvements
Welcome 2024 Central Community
Bass Lake 2022 North Neighborhood
Broadway 2022 North Neighborhood
Cavanagh - August 2021 Central Neighborhood 2027 Improvements
Crystal Highlands 2022 South Neighborhood
Fair School 2025 Central Neighborhood
Forest School 2025 Central Neighborhood 2026 Improvements
Iron Horse - July 2021 North Neighborhood 2027 Improvements
Kentucky 2023 Central Neighborhood
Woodland 2025 South Neighborhood 2026 Improvements
Skyway 2024 North Neighborhood
Sunnyview 2025 South Neighborhood
Twin Oaks - May 2024 North Neighborhood 2025 Improvements
Winnetka Hills 2023 South Neighborhood
Brownwood n/a C Natural Area
Florida n/a C Natural Area
Hagemeister Pond n/a C Natural Area
MAC Park n/a N Natural Area
Memory Lane n/a C Natural Area
Soo Line n/a N Natural Area
Twin Lake Shores n/a C Natural Area
Crystal Park and Recreation Commission
History of Community Meeting Locations
2026 Proposed (yellow)
Approved:
Date Time Place Notes
January 7 7 p.m.Community Center
February 4 7 p.m.Community Center
March 4 7 p.m.Community Center
April 1 6:45pm Community Center Tree Board @ 6:45; PRC @ 7
May 6 6:30 p.m.Twin Oaks Park Arbor Day @ 5:30
June 3 6:30 p.m.Valley Place Park 2027 Improvements
June 17 TBD Start at Community Center PRC Tour of Various Parks
July 1 6:30 p.m.Iron Horse Park 2027 Improvements
August 5 6:30 p.m.Cavanagh Park 2027 Improvements
September 2 7 p.m.Community Center
October 7 7 p.m.Community Center
November 4 7 p.m.Community Center
December 2 7 p.m.Community Center
All Meetings are on Wednesday Nights
Park and Recreation Commission
DRAFT 2026 Meeting Dates
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DRAFT CITY OF CRYSTAL
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
BYLAWS AND OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
Article I
MISSION AND DUTIES
1.1 Mission. The Crystal City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2016-08 (“Ordinance”) on
February 25,2017 to establish the Parks and Recreation Commission (“Commission”).
The Commission may also be referred to as the “PRC.” The Ordinance is attached to and
made part of these Bylaws and Operational Procedures (“Bylaws”). The Parks and
Recreation Advisory Commission is established to promote the systematic,
comprehensive development of the park facilities and recreational activities necessary for
the physical, mental, emotional and moral health and well-being of the residents and
visitors of the City of Crystal.
1.2 Duties. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission shall advise and make
recommendations to the City Council in all matters pertaining to Park and Recreation
facilities and programs in the City. The commission also acts as the Tree Board and shall
advise and make recommendations to the City Council in all matters pertaining to
Forestry programs in the City. The Commission is advisory to the City Council and its
duties are set out in the Ordinance. The Commission must conduct its business in
accordance with Section 305 of the Crystal City Code and other applicable laws.
1.3 Functions (may include but not limited to).
A. To promote the understanding of park and recreation philosophy and
events.
B. To promote events and recreation activities through social media channels
and word-of mouth. (from functional description)
C. To adopt standard rules and by-laws as needed.
D. To recommend improvement, planning and construction of facilities.
E. Adopt recommendations for long-range plans.
F. Recommend activity plans and standards as submitted to the Commissions
by the director.
G. Shall recommend various park rules and regulations to the City Council.
H. Commission members are encouraged to volunteer at park and recreation
programs and events. Examples include neighborhood events, community
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events, summer festival, park facility dedications, etc. (from functional
description)
G. Commission members may also interpret community needs, conduct
surveys, support referendums, prepare materials interpreting parks and
recreation and evaluate park and recreation needs in the community.
H. Commission members may establish sub committees from time to time to
address specific topics and/or act as liaison to other Commissions within
the City.
I. May be asked to attend city council meetings and work sessions to advise
and make recommendations on all matters pertaining to Park and
Recreation programs in the city. (from functional description)
ARTICLE II
MEMBERS AND TERMS
2.1 Appointment of Members. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission shall
consist of ten members. One member shall be appointed from each of the respective
wards in the City, and six members shall be appointed from the City at large. The City
Council evaluates potential members using the application and interview process
established by the City Council. All members of the Advisory Commission shall be a
resident of the City of Crystal and cannot be a City employee. The appointed members
serve at the pleasure of the City Council, are volunteers (not City employees), and are not
entitled to any compensation, but may be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses if
funds for that purpose are identified in the adopted city budget. Only members personally
present at a meeting may vote, no proxies or alternate members are allowed.
2.2 Terms. Members of the Commission shall be appointed for such terms as will
provide that the terms of three of the members expire in each of the first two years
thereafter, and the terms of four of the members expire in the third year thereafter.
ARTICLE III
OFFICERS
3.1 Officers. The Commission shall elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson from
among its members during the January meeting each year. The Chair and Vice Chair
positions rotate, and members may only serve two consecutive years as the Chair or
Vice-Chair. Should the office of Chair or Vice-Chair become vacant, the Commission
shall elect a successor from its membership at the next regular meeting and such election
shall be for the unexpired term of said office. Officers may also delegate duties of their
position to other Commissioners as deemed appropriate by the Commission.
(a) Chair Responsibilities. The Chair is responsible for the following:
(1) Working with staff liaisons to develop meeting agendas;
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(2) Conducting and presiding at all meetings;
(3) Ensuring the Commission conducts its activities within the stated
mission and bylaws of the Commission;
(4) Monitoring and ensuring the progress of the Commission; and
(5) Reporting to the City Council.
(b) Vice-Chair Responsibilities. The Vice-Chair is responsible for the
following:
(1) Performing the duties of the Chair in the absence or incapacity of
the Chair.
(2) Serving as chair of the tree board.
(2) Performing all other duties as prescribed by the Commission.
ARTICLE IV
MEETINGS
4.1 Meetings. All meetings of the Commission shall be conducted in accordance with the
Minnesota Open Meeting Law and City Code. This means all discussion of Commission
business among a quorum of members must occur at a meeting which has been posted
and is open to the public. The presence of a majority of all regular members currently
appointed to the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting its
business and exercising its powers and for all other purposes. In the event a quorum is not
reached, a smaller number of members may meet to have informal discussion; however,
formal action shall not be taken and must be reserved for such time as when a quorum of
the Commission is reached. A quorum of members should not discuss Commission
business by email, forms of social media, telephone, or informal meetings. Commission
meetings may be cancelled by the staff liaison if there are no items on the agenda for
discussion.
4.2 Regular Meeting. The regular meeting of the Commission shall be held on the first
Wednesday of every month at the Crystal Community Center at 7:00 pm. The
Commission may, by a majority vote, change its regular meeting dates or times for any
reason provided proper public notice of the change is provided.
4.3 Special Meetings. A special meeting of the Commission may be called by the Chair,
two members, or by the City Council for the purpose of transacting any business
designated in the meeting notice. The notice for all special meetings shall be posted in
compliance with the Minnesota Open Meeting Law. The staff liaison shall notify
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Commissioners at least three days prior to the meeting of the date, time, place and
purpose of the special meeting.
4.4 Attendance. Members are expected to attend all meetings. If a member is unable to
attend a meeting, they should contact the staff liaison, who will inform the Chair. Staff
liaison will track attendance at each meeting.
4.5 Agenda. The agenda for regular and special meetings of the Commission shall be
prepared by the staff liaison. Items to be placed on the agenda may be proposed by the
Chair, a Commission member, the staff liaison, or at the request of the City Council.
Residents, businesses, and other interested parties may contact the staff liaison to request
that an item be placed on the agenda for consideration. All agenda topics presented by the
City Council will be placed on the agenda for consideration. Agenda topics requested by
other parties will be placed on an appropriate future agenda at the discretion of the staff
liaison. The agenda shall be approved at each meeting prior to discussion of any items on
the agenda. At the time of agenda approval, items may be removed, and the order of
business may be modified by a majority vote of members present at the meeting. No item
shall be added to the agenda unless deemed as urgent by the staff liaison. Prior to
adjournment, members present may communicate items recommended for inclusion on
future agendas.
4.6 Recordkeeping. All minutes and resolutions shall be in writing and shall be kept in
accordance with applicable laws, rules, and City procedures. A city staff secretary is
responsible for taking and preparing minutes during Commission meetings. (from
ordinance)
4.7 Reports. Commission reports, conclusions, and recommendations shall be made from
time to time to the City Council, as requested by the Council or as the Commission
deems appropriate in light of the matter being considered.
4.9 Work Plan. The Commission will draft an annual work plan that details proposed
activities and projected timelines for the upcoming year. The Commission shall submit
the work plan to the City Council for review and approval. The Commission shall
annually report to the City Council on its progress completing the items identified in the
approved work plan.
ARTICLE V
PERFORMANCE
5.1 Performance of Duties. Commission Members are expected to adequately prepare for
and attend meetings. Commission Members unable to complete an assigned task should
notify Commission chair as soon as possible. The Commission staff liaison may ask the
City Council to review a Commission Member’s appointment based upon their
assessment of significant lack of performance.
5.2 Meeting Attendance. The City Council may remove a Commission Member who
fails to attend three consecutive meetings of the Commission without being excused by
the Chair or staff liaison.
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ARTICLE VI
ADVISORY
6.1 Advisory. The Commission is advisory to the City Council and to the City Manager,
(and to appropriate department heads). The Commission has no other official status or
independent authority other than to gather, discuss, and make recommendations to the
City Council and to the City Manager, (and to appropriate department heads).
ARTICLE VII
AMENDMENTS AND REVISIONS
7.1 Amendments and Revisions. Commission members may present recommendations
for changes and amendments. These bylaws can be altered or amended by any regular
monthly Commission meeting with a majority of members present, provided that
notice of proposed changes and amendments is provided to each member at least 10
business days before the meeting. The Council must review and approve any changes
to, and has final authority regarding, these bylaws.
Adopted on the _____ day of _____________, 20xx.
CITY OF CRYSTAL
ORDINANCE #2016 - 08
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING
THE PARIS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
The City of Crystal ordains:
ARTICLE I. Legislative Findings. The city council hereby finds as follows:
1.01. Pursuant to Section 2.02 of the Crystal Charter, "[t]he council may by ordinance
establish boards or commissions to advise the council with respect to any municipal
function or activity, to investigate any subject of interest to the city, or to perform quasi-
judicial functions."
1.02. Chapter III, Section 305 of the city code also provides for the creation and operation of
city commissions.
1.03. The city council had previously established the parks and recreation commission and it
now desires to formally reestablish the commission in accordance with the revised
procedures and requirements established in Chapter III, Section 305.
ARTICLE II. Commission Established. The city council hereby establishes a commission as
follows:
2.01. Establishment. The Parks and Recreation Commission ("Commission") is hereby
established for the City of Crystal.
2.02. Purpose. The purpose of the Commission is to assist the city council in all matters
relating to the city's parks and recreation facilities and programs. Pursuant to Section
305.05 of the city code, the Commission's role is advisory in nature.
2.03. Duties. The Commission's duties are to include, but not be limited to, promoting the
systematic, comprehensive development of park facilities and recreational activities
necessary for the physical, mental, emotional and moral health and well-being of the
city's residents.
2.04. Members. The Commission shall be made up of ten members appointed by the city
council. There shall be at least one Commission member from each of the four city
Wards. The remaining six Commission members shall be appointed on an at -large basis.
2.05. Qualifications. Commission members must be residents of the city and be at least fifteen
years old.
2.06. Removal. Commission members serve at the pleasure of the city council and may be
removed from the Commission, with or without cause, upon a majority vote of the city
council.
2.07. Terms. Commission members shall be appointed to three-year terms. There are no term
limits. To help ensure continuity in the Commission's work, the terms shall be staggered.
As such, terms for the first ten Commission members prescribed by this ordinance shall
expire as follows:
a) The terms for three of the at -large members shall expire on December 31, 2017.
b) The term for the first Ward -2 representative shall expire on December 31, 2017.
c) The term for the first Ward -1 representative shall expire on December 31, 2018.
d) The term for the first Ward -3 representative shall expire on December 31, 2018.
e) The term for the first Ward -4 representative shall expire on December 31, 2018.
f) The terms for three of the at -large members shall expire on December 31, 2019.
2.08. Other Commissions. While serving on the Commission, Commission members may not
also concurrently serve on the City's Environmental Quality Commission or Planning
Commission.
2.09. Compensation. Commission members shall serve without compensation, but may be
reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses if funds for that purpose are identified in
the adopted city budget.
2.10. Liaisons. The Commission shall have both a council liaison and a staff liaison. The
council liaison shall be assigned by the mayor. The staff liaison shall be assigned by the
city manager. The Commission may also have a secretary, as designated in accordance
with the Commission's bylaws. However, a city staff secretary is responsible for taking
and preparing minutes during Commission meetings.
2.11. Operations. The Commission shall conduct itself in accordance with this ordinance,
Section 305 of the city code, and all other applicable laws and ordinances.
ARTICLE III. Effective Date. This ordinance is effective upon adoption and 30 days after
publication. This is a special ordinance and shall not be codified in the city code.
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Christina Serres, rty Clerk
First Reading: December 20, 2016
Second Reading: January 17, 2017
Council Adoption: January 17, 2017
Publication: January 26, 2017
Effective Date: February 25, 2017
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BY THE CITY COUNCIL
Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
Monthly Maintenance Report
November, 2025
Vandalism:
• Leaves dumped at Bassett Creek Cul-de-sac (29th)
Projects:
• Ash tree removal, city wide tree inspections (special assessment removals)
• Tree trimming (plow routes)
• Pool shutdown operations
• Prep for winter snow removal operations
• Rink and warming house prep for ice season
• Holiday lighting installations
• Irrigation, drinking fountains and building blow-outs
• Street light maintenance
• Turf maintenance
• Building maintenance (Salt shed, new doors at South Fire Station and HVAC at old PW shop)
• EDA house and property clean-ups
• Playground inspections and repairs
• Trash removal
Upcoming:
• Ash tree removal and stump grinding
• Prep Forest warming house for spring demolition
• 2026 park project preparations
• 2026 Building CIP project preparations
• Public Works mechanics bay HVAC upgrades
• Building maintenance
• Rink flooding
• Emergency alert siren maintenance
• Snow removal operations
• Playground inspections and repairs
• Trash removal
4800 Douglas Drive North • Crystal, Minnesota 55429-3553
Tel: (763) 531-1000 • Fax: (763) 531-0949 • www.crystalmn.gov
P R O J E C T S U M M A R Y
D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 5
This is an overview of the upcoming park projects in the City of
Crystal, which will take place at various parks and buildings across
the city.
Community Center Holiday Lights
Recreation and Park Maintenance crews recently worked
together to hang holiday lights for the Winterfest event! The
lights will add a festive feel to the community center this
winter.
Winter Preparation
It has been a great summer for tennis and pickleball in
Crystal. With cold temperatures and snow on the horizon,
the nets have been taken down until next spring.
Community Center Gym Lighting
Lights in the community center gyms are being improved.
Warranty work is being completed to bring them back to
their original condition – just in time for the darkest days of
the winter.
Ready For Snow
With the changing seasons, maintenance staff is getting
ready for the snow. The public works staff prepare the large
orange trucks for the roads and install plows on pickup
trucks to keep the city’s park trails cleared.
Our participants on the New York City trip experienced many of the city’s
top attractions, including Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, the 9/11
Memorial Museum, Times Square, Bryant Park’s Christmas Market, Macy’s
holiday windows, Rockefeller Center’s Christmas tree, and the Radio City
Christmas Spectacular. This trip was sold out and continues to be popular.
P R O G R A M S U M M A R Y
D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 5
Below is an overview of the programs offered by the Crystal
Recreation Department, along with occasional recaps of key special
events we host.
Winterfest & Light Up Crystal
Free holiday photos, music, per formances by the Cr ystal
Recreation Dancers, make-and-take crafts, and llamas!
Families can grab treats from the Cr ystal VFW and
spread cheer through our holiday card mailbox for ser vice
members and local residents.The event wraps up with
the Light Up Cr ystal at 5 PM, creating a magical moment
for the entire community.
BUTTERBALL PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
The Butterball Tournament hosted by Cr ystal Pickleball, was
a smashing success! With two exciting brackets—Open Age
65+ and Open Age 18+. It was a fantastic day of fun, friendly
competition, and community spirit, giving our pickleball
players a truly memorable experience.
WE ARE HIRING!
Our team is preparing for summer by launching early
recruitment for seasonal lifeguard and summer job opportunities;
to ensure we attract candidates and continue building the
award-winning recreation team
CHRISTMAS TIME IN NEW YORK