PeopleFest! A Community Celebration of Culture

Save the dates for Eden Prairie's 2025 PeopleFest! celebration. Several events are scheduled from July 26 to Aug. 3 with the main event — the PeopleFest! Party — taking place from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 27 at the Staring Lake Amphitheatre. Learn more about this annual community celebration at edenprairie.org/PeopleFest.

Children's Theatre Workshop

The Children's Theatre Workshop production of Bestest Bedtime Stories starts next week with several performances scheduled July 25–26 at the Riley-Jacques Barn. Visit EdenPrairiePlayers.com for more information and tickets.

New Video Highlights 2024 Quality of Life Survey Results

At its Tuesday, July 15 workshop, City Council members watched a new video summarizing the 2024 Quality of Life Survey results, which were shared with the community earlier this year. In the video, Mayor Ron Case outlines some of the top takeaways and explains how Eden Prairie stacks up to our comparable cities, highlighting the many ways in which Eden Prairie continues to lead the way. Watch the video and find the complete 2024 Quality of Life Survey results at edenprairie.org/QualityOfLife.

Solar on Fire Station #1

Fire Station #1 (14800 Scenic Heights Road) is now running on solar energy, thanks to a grant from the State of Minnesota’s Solar on Public Buildings (SPB) program. Eden Prairie is one of 18 local governments across the state to receive grants from the program. Later this summer, a second SPB grant-funded solar array will be installed on the Eden Prairie Liquor rooftop at 8018 Den Road. Learn more about the City's sustainability efforts at edenprairie.org/SustainableEP.

Fitness in the Parks

Get outside and join people in the community for free yoga, Zumba, Pilates and more six days a week, all summer long. Full schedule is available at edenprairie.org/FitnessInTheParks.

Monitor Your Water Use with EyeOnWater

The City's residential water meters allow households to use a smart phone or computer to track water consumption and save money on water bills. Use the EyeOnWater mobile app or online portal to track water usage on a customizable dashboard, get alerts for possible leaks and monitor precipitation and temperature to help manage lawn irrigation. Learn more and get started at edenprairie.org/EyeOnWater.

Name That Gummy Contest

Eden Prairie Liquor is launching a new berry-flavored edible made just for Eden Prairie, and they need you to help name it. Find contest guidelines and submit your name idea by Tuesday, July 29 at edenprairie.org/NameThatGummy.

Residential Solar Installation

Hennepin County is partnering with Solar United Neighbors to offer Switch Together, a group-buying program to help residents save on the cost of solar installations. Switch Together provides residents with a simple, cost-effective way to lower their electric bills and reduce their carbon footprint by installing high-quality solar systems—with optional add-ons like EV chargers and battery storage. Learn more.

Staff News 

• Jana Graczyk recently joined the Parks and Recreation Department as the new recreation services manager. Before joining the City, Jana spent many years with the YMCA, starting as a camp counselor and eventually serving as program director and then executive director at Camp Ihduhapi. She studied biology and Spanish at the College of Saint Benedict and later earned an MBA from Capella University. She also earned a master's degree in natural science and environmental education from Hamline University, where she is currently working toward a doctorate in education.
• This week Police Chief Matt Sackett administered the oath of office to the department's two newest officers, Paxton Pagel and Jacek Hummel. Officer Pagel earned his bachelor's degree in law enforcement from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Officer Hummel graduated with bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice and psychology from North Dakota State University.
• Patrick Maynard and Matt Worthington have been promoted to assistant chief with the Eden Prairie Fire Department. Patrick has been with the Fire Department since 2003, serving as a duty crew firefighter, lieutenant, assistant chief, fire prevention specialist and electronic communications specialist. Matt has been with EPFD since 2020, serving as a duty crew firefighter, fire prevention specialist and fire training specialist.

Upcoming City Meetings

• The Heritage Preservation Commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, July 21 at the Outdoor Center
• The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, July 28 in the Council Chambers
• The Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 4 at the Community Center

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City Council and Commissions Meeting Minutes

Development Projects Map

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