Crosby public meetings in 2024
39 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to approve claims and discuss the 2025 fee schedule. The body will also discuss officer appointments for the Fire Department for 2025.
- Consider approval of 2025 Fee Schedule
- Discussion of 2025 Fire Department officer appointments
- Approval of claims
- Payment to Ryan Contracting for $121,903.33
- Payment to Bolton & Menk Inc for $52,591.50
Council
The Crosby City Council approved the 2025 fee schedule, including increases to water and sewer base fees and rates, and added cannabis registration and violation fees. The refuse admin fee was left at $2.00. The council also approved the 2025 fire department officer slate, with discussion on changing the chief nomination criteria.
- Approved 2025 fee schedule with water base fee $10 to $14/month, rates $8.00 to $8.40 per 1000 gallons (4-0)
- Approved sewer base fee $7.00 to $10.25/month, rates $13.17 to $14.77 per 1000 gallons (4-0)
- Added cannabis registration fees and $2,000 violation fee (4-0)
- Left refuse admin fee at $2.00 (4-0)
- Approved 2025 fire department officer slate (3-1, Mayor Cash dissenting)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The council will hold public hearings on a natural gas franchise ordinance and cannabis business regulations, then consider adopting the 2025 budget and levy. New business includes votes on those same ordinances, a zoning amendment for cannabis, pay requests for the Alley Utility Replacement Project, and a proposal for SE Crosby Phase 2 improvements. The consent agenda covers minutes, claims, and two special event permits.
- Public hearings on Ordinance 24-06 (Natural Gas Franchise) and Ordinance 24-07 (Cannabis Business Regulations)
- Consider adoption of 2025 Budget & Levy
- Consider adoption of Ordinance 24-06 and Ordinance 24-07
- Consider Zoning Ordinance Amendment 24-08 (Cannabis Zoning)
- Consider approval of Pay Request No. 3 for Alley Utility Replacement Project
Council
The Crosby City Council approved the 2025 final tax levy of $1,678,950 and the 2025 final budget. It also adopted Ordinance 24-07 regulating cannabis businesses, including a 350-foot buffer from schools (kept at 1,000 feet) and a limit of three licenses, plus Zoning Amendment 24-08 allowing cannabis uses in B1 zones. The council approved a $121,903.33 pay request for the alley utility project and a Phase 2 proposal for SE Crosby improvements.
- Approved 2025 tax levy of $1,678,950 (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 final budget (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 24-07 Cannabis Business Regulations (unanimous)
- Adopted Zoning Amendment 24-08 Cannabis Zoning (unanimous)
- Approved Pay Request No. 3 for $121,903.33 for alley utility project (unanimous)
- Approved SE Crosby Phase 2 improvements proposal (unanimous)
- Approved special meeting Dec 30, 2024 at 5 PM (unanimous)
- Approved special meeting Jan 7, 2025 at 12 PM (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Zoning
The Crosby Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of Ordinance Amendment 24-4, which defines cannabis-related businesses and establishes a land use matrix for where they can operate. The commission also decided to treat electric vehicle charging stations as gas stations for zoning purposes, requiring a conditional use permit in B-1 and B-2 zones. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended approval of cannabis definitions and land use chart to City Council (unanimous)
- Decided to regulate electric vehicle charging stations as gas stations, requiring a CUP in B-1 and B-2 zones
- Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
This special meeting of the Crosby City Council includes several personnel and administrative actions. The Council will consider approving a separation agreement with Deputy Clerk Deb Marty, including a payout of accrued leave and her waiver of claims. They will also consider authorizing a contract with Abdo for temporary accounting assistance and audit preparation, estimated at $8,000 per month plus $30,000–$35,000 for audit prep. Additionally, there will be discussion on amending the Working Foreman job description to remove the requirement of six years of municipal water experience, and an interview with an internal candidate. Other items include authorizing personnel reviews and appointing a councilmember to the Serpent Lake Sewer District Board.
- Approve separation agreement with Deputy Clerk Deb Marty (payout of accrued leave, effective Dec 20, 2024)
- Authorize contract with Abdo for accounting assistance ($8,000/mo) and audit prep ($30,000–$35,000)
- Discuss amending Working Foreman job description to remove 6-year municipal water experience requirement
- Interview internal candidate for Working Foreman position
- Appoint councilmember to Serpent Lake Sewer District Board
Council
The Crosby City Council approved a separation agreement with Deputy Clerk Deb Marty, who waived all potential claims against the City. The council also amended the Working Foreman job description to remove the six-year municipal water experience requirement and authorized performance reviews. A request for temporary accounting assistance was tabled until the December 23 meeting.
- Approved separation agreement with Deputy Clerk Deb Marty (5-0)
- Amended PW Working Foreman job description, removing 6-year water experience requirement (5-0)
- Authorized Interim Administrator to conduct employee performance reviews with Personnel Committee (4-1)
- Reappointed Jim Traylor to Serpent Lake Sewer District Board (5-0)
- Tabled temporary accounting assistance until December 23 meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Crosby City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and levy, with certification due December 30. The council also plans to discuss the 2025 fee schedule, consider purchasing equipment air packs, and consider replacing the Pine Street Lift Station Control Panel. A closed session is scheduled for preliminary consideration of allegations against an employee. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, claims, donations, and the 2024 audit agreement.
- Public hearing on 2025 budget and levy
- Discussion of 2025 fee schedule by Finance Committee
- Consider purchase of equipment air packs (Chief Decent)
- Consider replacement of Pine Street Lift Station Control Panel
- Closed session for personnel allegations under Minn. Stat. § 13D.05
Council
The Crosby City Council approved the purchase of 25 SCBA packs from Macqueen Emergency for $176,375, with 50% financed by the Fire Department Donations Fund and 50% by the City. They also accepted a $28,821 quote from Total Control Systems to replace the Pine Street Lift Station control panel. The 2025 budget and levy public hearing was held with no public comments; final adoption is scheduled for December 23. A closed session was held for preliminary employee allegations.
- Approved $176,375 purchase of SCBA packs from Macqueen Emergency (5-0)
- Accepted $28,821 quote from Total Control Systems for Pine Street lift station control panel (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, donations, and 2024 audit agreement (5-0)
- Held 2025 budget and levy public hearing; no comments received
- Discussed 2025 fee schedule; adoption scheduled for December 23
- Discussed library funding options; further discussion planned for April
- Closed session held for preliminary employee allegations per Minn. Stat. §13D.05
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on proposed assessments for the 2022 Street & Utility Improvements, then consider adopting a resolution to finalize them. Other business includes a rezone application, approval of a mutual aid agreement with the Cuyuna Range Fire Service, and proposals for 2nd St SW street/stormwater renderings and Memorial Park planning. The council will also discuss a dog park proposal and go into closed session for preliminary employee allegations.
- Public hearing and resolution to adopt assessments for 2022 Street & Utility Improvements
- Consider approval of Rezone Application 24-3
- Consider approval of Cuyuna Range Fire Service Mutual Aid Agreement
- Consider approval of 2nd St SW Street and Stormwater Renderings Proposal
- Consider approval of Memorial Park Planning Proposal
City Council
The City Council will consider scheduling a work session and public meeting regarding the SE Crosby 1st Street S and 2nd Street S Improvement Project. The body is also reviewing a new Paid Family Medical Leave policy and a job classification memorandum of understanding.
- Conditional Use Permit Application 25-1
- Paid Family Medical Leave Policy and Memorandum of Understanding
- Job Classification Memorandum of Understanding
- Scheduling of public meeting for SE Crosby 1st Street S and 2nd Street S Improvement Project
- Acceptance of a County Park Sign gift from Crow Wing County for Plaza Park
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider the recruitment details for the City Administrator position. The body will review the job description, salary range, search timeline, and position profile.
- Approval of City Administrator position advertisement and job description
- Review and approval of the City Administrator salary range
- Approval of the recruitment search timeline
- Discussion of the interview process, including potential city tours and stakeholder panels
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding unpaid nuisance and utility charges and consider adopting assessments for those debts. The body will also discuss a dog park proposal and review election results.
- Public hearing for unpaid Nuisance Charges and unpaid Utility Charges
- Consideration of Pay Request No. 2 for Alley Utility Replacement Project
- Consideration of annual contribution to Crosby Fire Relief Association
- Consideration of Working Foreman position posting
- Acceptance of payment for Hwy 210/Co Rd 31 roundabout from Miner’s
City Council
The Crosby City Council will consider several new business items, including establishing a Cannabis Subcommittee, hiring a laborer for public works, approving a utility locator kit, setting the interest rate and term for the 1st and 4th Street improvement project assessments, and approving an alternate piping system for an alley project. They will also receive information regarding the cemetery and hear reports from the city engineer, planning and zoning, and the city inspector.
- Consider approval of interest rate and term for 1st and 4th Street improvement project assessments
- Consider approval of request to establish a Cannabis Subcommittee – Planning and Zoning
- Consider approval of hiring Laborer for public works department
- Consider approval of Utility Logic locator kit with GPS for locating underground utilities
- Consider approval of MNDOT alternate piping system for alley project
Planning Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to create a subcommittee to develop cannabis regulations and appointed Chairperson Patrick as its representative. They also initiated a rezoning inquiry for a block of homes on Third Street NE, directing staff to prepare findings for the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Created cannabis subcommittee (all aye)
- Appointed Chairperson Patrick as planning commission representative to cannabis subcommittee (all aye)
- Directed staff to prepare rezoning findings for Third Street NE properties (all aye)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including sewer line replacement and park stormwater improvements. The body is also considering the purchase of two new police squads for 2025 and the conditional hire of three firefighters.
- Purchase of 2 new PD squads in 2025
- Low bid for Sewer Line Replacement project in the Alley north of 3rd Street
- Low bid for Demo project at 227 2nd Street SW
- Professional service proposal from Bolton & Menk for Park Stormwater improvements
- Public hearing request for final assessment of the 1st and 4th Street Improvement Project
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider accepting the resignation of City Administrator Matthew Hill. The council will also review a proposal from DDA Human Resources, Inc. to assist in the search for a new administrator.
- Resignation of City Administrator Matthew Hill (effective November 6, 2024)
- Proposal from DDA Human Resources, Inc. for City Administrator recruitment services
City Council
The Crosby City Council will consider approving the preliminary 2025 levy and setting the Truth in Taxation hearing for December 9. Other business includes accepting a resignation from the public works department, authorizing the posting of a laborer position, and approving a quote to repair the emergency siren. Council will also consider appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission and a proposal for water treatment facility backup operations.
- Consider resolution 2024-22-0923 approving the Preliminary Levy for 2025
- Set Truth in Taxation public hearing for December 9, 2024 at 6pm at City Hall
- Consider resignation from the public works department and posting of a Laborer position
- Consider approval of quote from Granite Electronics to repair the emergency siren on the west side of Crosby
- Consider approval of temporary on-sale liquor license for Cuyuna Brewing at City Park/Fall Festival
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the preliminary levy and budget for 2025.
- Preliminary Levy and Budget - 2025
City Council
The Crosby City Council will consider a consent agenda including approval of minutes, claims, donations, liquor license renewal for Trailside Tavern, and special event applications. New business includes a change order for the 1st and 2nd Street Alley Utility Improvement Project, a proposal for a new library server, ice time agreements with youth hockey and school district, and a management contract addendum. Council will also receive reports from fire, police, library, and other departments.
- Consider approval of Change Order #1 for 1st and 2nd Street Alley Utility Improvement Project
- Consider approval of proposal from Xtona for new server at Library
- Consider approval of Ice Time Agreement with Northern Lakes Youth Hockey Association
- Consider approval of Ice Time Agreement with C-I School District
- Consider request for Bolton & Menk to provide quote for storm water improvements in City Park and along 2nd Street SW
Council
The Crosby City Council held a workshop to discuss the 2025 preliminary levy and budget, but took no formal votes on the budget. Key topics included a proposed $125,000 transfer from the Capital Improvement Fund for sidewalks, street seal, and cemetery re-paving, plus $80,000 for two police SUVs. The library's funding was debated, with Mayor Cash suggesting a $120,000 levy to cover a reserve shortfall, while members discussed alternatives. No final decisions were made; the next workshop is set for September 19.
- Adjourned meeting at 6:52 p.m. (voice vote, all ayes)
- No formal budget or levy decisions made; discussion only
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Crosby City Council will hold a public hearing on assessments for the 1st Street North Improvement Project. The Council will also consider approving the low bid for the sidewalk improvement project, a request to demolish condemned buildings at 221 2nd Street SW, a notice from the Serpent Lake Sewer District regarding a rate change, and quotes for grant-supported safety equipment for the Fire Department. The consent agenda includes a new Canon copier contract and payment to the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber for Music in the Park expenses.
- Public hearing on 1st Street North Improvement Project Assessments
- Consider approval of low bid for sidewalk improvement project
- Consider request to demolish condemned buildings at 221 2nd Street SW
- Accept notice from Serpent Lake Sewer District regarding rate change
- Approve new Canon copier contract for City Hall and PD
City Council
The City Council will consider merit raises for Hallett Center employees and sprinkler system repairs at the same facility. The body will also discuss the future of the RAAP building and a request for a dog park.
- Proposed development information from Meredith and Dan Jurek
- Request for Brothers Fire to inspect and repair Hallett Center sprinkler system
- Request to extend 1st and 2nd Street Alley Improvement project completion to October 31
- Temporary on-sale liquor license for St Joseph Catholic Church
- Request for donation to Heritage Days Committee
City Council
The Crosby City Council will discuss the future use of the RAAP building as unfinished business. New business items include a vote on a grant-funded IT upgrade proposal, a water bill debt forgiveness request, a radio sports package, fire department repairs, staffing changes, and leadership options for Public Works. Reports from city staff and committees will also be presented.
- Discussion on future use of RAAP building
- Consider approval of Xtona proposal for grant-funded IT upgrades at City Hall
- Consider request for debt forgiveness for water bill #367AOL due to faulty water heater
- Consider approval of Fire Department garage trench drain repair
- Consider leadership options for Public Works Department
City Council
The Crosby City Council will decide on awarding a $3,347,597.50 contract to Ryan Contracting Company for the 1st and 2nd Street South Alley Improvement project. The council will also discuss a request to hold a workshop on the Hallett Center of Crosby and will go into closed session for preliminary consideration of charges against an employee, as permitted by Minnesota statute.
- Bid recommendation of $3,347,597.50 from Ryan Contracting Company for the 1st and 2nd Street South Alley Improvement project
- Request to hold a workshop to discuss the Hallett Center of Crosby (Mayor Diane Cash)
- Closed session for preliminary charges against an employee (Minn. Stat. §13D.05, subd.2(b))
City Council
The City Council approved increasing code enforcement inspection fees from $42.50 to $47.50 per hour. Members also established a process for counting write-in votes during elections. During a workshop, the council discussed maintenance concerns within the Public Works Department.
- Code enforcement inspection fee increase to $47.50 per hour
- Approval of Option 1 for counting write-in election votes
- Resolution to apply for IRRR grant for 1st and 2nd Street South Alley project
- Discussion on long-term use of the former RAAP building
- Workshop discussion regarding Public Works Department maintenance
City Council
The Crosby City Council will meet on June 24 to discuss several municipal items. The council will consider a per-hour fee increase for code enforcement inspections and review the upcoming budget calendar. Members will also share ideas regarding the long-term use of the former RAAP building.
- Proposed per-hour fee increase for code enforcement inspections
- Resolution to apply for Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board grants
- Discussion on the long-term use of the former RAAP building
- Resolution regarding write-in vote counting procedures
City Council
The Crosby City Council will meet on June 10, 2024, to address several administrative items. The council will consider appointing a new resident board member to the Crosby HRA Board of Commissioners and review an invoice from Ziegler. The agenda also includes approving staff changes and temporary liquor licenses for local events.
- Appointment of a new resident board member for the Crosby HRA Board of Commissioners
- Consideration of the Ziegler invoice
- Approval of temporary liquor licenses for Cuyuna Brewing boat races and music in the park
- Acceptance of donations via Resolution 2024-L5-O610
- Hiring Isabelle Long as an intern at Hallett Community Center
City Council
The City Council will consider a professional services proposal for alley sewer replacement north of 3rd Street North. The agenda also includes requests for utility bill forgiveness and band shell use by Immanuel Lutheran Church. Additionally, the council will review several intern hires and liquor license applications.
- Professional services proposal for sewer replacement north of 3rd Street North
- Request to waive fees for band shell use at the city park
- Approval of utility bill forgiveness requests
- New liquor license for Aubrey LLC/Iron Range Eatery
- Hiring of interns for Hallett Community Center and the Library
City Council
The Crosby City Council will review a grant application for IT upgrades at City Hall and consider bidding for the 1st and 2nd Street South alley project. The meeting also includes discussions on four city code amendments and the completion of the Utility Expansion project to Superone.
- Grant application for IT upgrades at City Hall
- Bidding for the 1st and 2nd Street South alley project
- Amendments to City Code chapters 50.11, 51.03, 52.12, and 52.29
- Completion of the Utility Expansion project to Superone
- Fee waivers for Heritage Days at Crosby Memorial park
City Council
The Crosby City Council officially censured Councilmember Heglund and removed him from all city committees following reports of misconduct. The upcoming April 22 meeting includes consideration of fire department resignations and a special event application for boat races.
- Removal of Councilmember Heglund from all city committees
- Official censure of Councilmember Heglund
- Special event application for Cuyuna Lakes Chamber of Commerce Boat Races
- Resignation of Paul Learned from the Crosby Fire Department
- Retirement of David Christopher from the Crosby Fire Department
City Council
The Crosby City Council will consider supporting a grant request for improvements to George H. Crosby park. The meeting also includes discussions on smoke testing for sanitary sewer water infiltration and garden designs for a roundabout project. Additionally, the council will review items regarding the Hallett Community Center.
- Resolution supporting Cuyuna Iron Range Heritage Network grant for George H. Crosby park
- Smoke testing to identify potential water infiltration in the sanitary sewer
- Garden design and budget for roundabout beautification project
- Liquor license approval for Cana Wine, Mark Hudrlik
- Discussion on a potential City Planner
City Council
The Crosby City Council meeting is primarily procedural, with no consent agenda items or unfinished business scheduled. The only substantive item on the docket is receiving the audit report from Clifton Larson Allen (CLA). No contracts, rezonings, or fee changes are listed for this session.
- Receive audit report from Clifton Larson Allen (CLA)
City Council
The Crosby City Council will process routine consent agenda items, including gambling permits for local fire department events and a fiscal agent agreement for a community music series. New business focuses on infrastructure, specifically professional services for the 1st Street North street project, bids for cemetery pavement replacement and 5th Street NE overlay, and direction on a storm sewer extension. These road and facility maintenance items directly affect local traffic conditions, public safety access, and upkeep of municipal grounds.
- Proposal for professional services for the 1st Street North street project
- Bid approval for Cemetery pavement replacement
- Bid approval for 5th Street NE overlay
- Fiscal Agent Agreement for Five Wings Arts Council regarding Music in the Park series
- Lawful Gambling permits for Ladies Auxiliary of Crosby Fire Department (turkey bingo and July raffle)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan for the Public Works and Street Department. No specific decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.
- Public Works/Street Department Capital Improvement Plan discussion
City Council
The council will consider a cost-share agreement with Crow Wing County for 2024 chip sealing. They will also discuss approving the July 4th fireworks display and posting seasonal labor positions. Additionally, the agenda includes reviewing a landscaping grant letter for the roundabout.
- Cost-share agreement with Crow Wing County for 2024 chip sealing
- Approval of North Star Fireworks for the July 4th festival
- Posting two part-time seasonal laborers for Public Works
- Posting two intern positions for the Library and Community Center
- Letter of support for a roundabout landscaping grant
City Council
The Crosby City Council will discuss resolutions regarding property repairs at 221 2nd Street SW and compliance with MNDOT sign guidelines. The agenda also includes applications for water revolving funds and approvals for July 4th festival events.
- Order to demolish or repair unsafe property at 221 2nd Street SW
- Agreement with Northland Securities for Water and Sewer Rate Study
- Final payment to MNDOT for HWY 210 project
- Invoice for Ice Rink Chiller repairs in the amount of $11,171.01
- Applications for Clean Water and Drinking Water Revolving Funds
City Council
The City Council will review options for a new City of Crosby logo and consider several equipment purchases for the Hallett Center. The agenda also includes appointments to the Planning and Zoning Committee and a contract renewal for Generator Power Systems.
- Review of three logo options for the City of Crosby
- Purchase of an InBody body composition analysis machine for Hallett Center
- Purchase of two cross trainers for Hallett Center
- Renewal of Generator Power Systems maintenance contract
- Re-appointment of Brad Smith and Shellie Wynn to Planning and Zoning Committee
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a Short-Term Rental ordinance and a licensing agreement with Crow Wing County. The council will also discuss municipal consent for the Housing Trust Fund.
- Public hearing for Short-Term Rental ordinance
- Short-Term Rental Licensing Agreement with Crow Wing County
- Public hearing for Municipal Consent for the Housing Trust Fund
- Consideration of Ordinance Amendment #2024-01 for Short-Term Rentals
- Pay request #9 for 1st Street SW / 4th Street NE project