The City of Crystal and the Crystal Lions Club invite residents to brighten the community and spread holiday cheer by participating in the Crystal Sparkles Holiday Lighting Contest! Light up your home and/or yard to help make Crystal shine this holiday season. Participants must register their festive lighting displays by submitting the form by Sunday, Dec. 7. First Place: $100. Second Place: $50.

The City of Crystal is upgrading water meter radio transmitters throughout the community at no direct cost to homeowners. As work progresses, residents may notice members of the Public Works team on their property to complete the installation. Most upgrades will be quick and non-intrusive, and staff will identify themselves when onsite.

To better serve residents and improve clarity, the City of Crystal has updated its parking ordinance, with changes going into effect on Aug. 23, 2025. These updates clarify the city’s overnight parking rules, permit process, and snow emergency enforcement.