2026.06.16 Council Meeting AgendaPage 1 of 2
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Posted: June 12, 2026
City Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
7 p.m.
Council Chambers/Zoom Meeting
The city manager’s comments are in bold.
1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Approval of Agenda
The council will consider approval of the agenda.
3. Proclamations
3.1 The Mayor will read a proclamation honoring Senator Ann Rest for her extraordinary public
service.
3.2 The Mayor will proclaim July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Crystal.
4. Appearances
4.1 Chief Hubbard will introduce Crime Services Coordinator Amanda Keuseman and Mental
Health Coordinator Savanna Farmer.*
4.2 Hennepin County Commissioner Lunde will provide a county update.*
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 2, 2026.
b. The city council meeting on June 2, 2026.
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 Adoption of a resolution recognizing Independence Day.
5.5 Adoption of a resolution establishing an Absentee Ballot Board for the 2026 elections.
5.6 Adoption of a resolution appointing election judges for the 2026 elections.
5.7 Approval of the following items for Crystal Frolics:
a. A permit for a fireworks display at Welcome Park on Saturday, July 25, 2026, submitted by
PC Pyrotechnics, LLC.
b. Temporary closure of portions of 46th Avenue N. and 47th Avenue N. from July 24 – 26,
2026, for city and volunteer staff vehicle parking and the fireworks display.
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c. A request for live music at Welcome Park on July 25 from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
d. A resolution supporting the 2026 Crystal Frolics.
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 consider a resolution authorizing execution of a petition and waiver agreement
for special assessment financing of a fire sprinkler system at 4801 Welcome Ave. N.
4801 Welcome Ave. N. is being renovated into a religious institution, and a fire sprinkler system
is required. The city has a no-interest, 5-year, special assessment financing program for up to
$100,000 for such installations. To access the city financing, the owner must petition for the
special assessment financing and waive their right to appeal the assessment. Recommend
adoption of the resolution approving the petition and waiver agreement.
7.2 The council will receive the 2027-2028 budget preview.
Staff will present the introduction for the 2027 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 help prepare the 2027 Budget.
8. Council Comments and Announcements
a. City offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
b. The Crystal Airport Open House and Fly-in is Sunday, June 21, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
c. Metro Transit will have a community update meeting about the Blue Line Extension project on
Thursday, June 25, from 5 – 7 p.m., at the Crystal Community Center.
d. The Parks and Recreation Commission will be holding a meeting with city residents at Iron
Horse Park on Wednesday, July 1, at 6:30 p.m.
e. City offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
f. The next city council meeting is Tuesday, July 21, at 7 p.m. in the council chambers at city hall
and via Zoom.
g. Crystal Frolics is July 24 – 26, 2026. For more information, visit www.crystalfrolics.org
h. Night to Unite is Tuesday, Aug. 4. To host a block party, visit the city’s website at
www.crystalmn.gov
i. The city is accepting applications for several volunteer positions on our boards and
commissions. For more information, please visit go.crystalmn.gov/volunteer.
j. City council meetings and work sessions are open to the public. Current and previous
meetings are available to view and listen to 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.