The City of Crystal joined Cities for Safe and Stable Communities, a nonpartisan coalition of Minnesota local governments working together to address operational and economic instability impacting cities across the state. The Crystal City Council joined the coalition on Friday, Feb. 13. By joining the coalition, Crystal adds its voice to a growing group of local governments calling for the immediate de-escalation of Operation Metro Surge and for a return to predictability and stability for residents, businesses, and local institutions.

On Jan. 20, 2026, the Crystal City Council adopted a resolution reaffirming our community’s core values of inclusion, safety, and compassion. The Council recognizes that recent federal immigration enforcement activity has caused fear and uncertainty for many. Crystal remains a welcoming community where everyone — regardless of national origin or physical characteristics — deserves to feel safe, respected, and free from discrimination or harassment.

Crystal is developing its first-ever Climate Action Plan—Resilient Crystal 2035. Meetings to share progress and gather feedback from residents are March 21 and May 23.