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Historic Fredrick-Miller Spring Remains a Protected Landmark
Facts about the Fredrick-Miller Spring.
03/23/2021
Winter Scavenger Hunt Contest Winners
Throughout February, 61 residents submitted entries in the Parks and Recreation Department's Winter Scavenger Hunt and six winners were drawn.
03/10/2021
City Earns 2021 Top Workplaces USA Award
City of Eden Prairie recognized nationally with inaugural Top Workplaces USA award.
01/29/2021
Martin Luther King, Jr. Words in Action Contest Winners
Over the past month, dozens of Eden Prairie youth participated in the City’s first-ever Martin Luther King, Jr. Words in Action Contest. Thanks to everyone who participated, honoring and carrying forward the legacy of Dr. King.
01/15/2021
Outdoor Skating Rinks Update
Eden Prairie parks maintenance staff continue to prepare and monitor condition of skating rinks and the Staring Lake Sledding Hill to determine when they are ready to use safely.
12/23/2020
Chalk Your Walk Contest Winners
In June, residents of all ages participated in the City’s first-ever 4th of July Hometown Celebration #ChalkYourWalk contest. Thanks to everyone who participated and painted the town with chalk! From a group of 24 finalists, online voters helped choose six winning entries. Congrats to the winners!
07/01/2020
Students Appointed to City Commissions
City Council appoints students to serve on City commissions for 2020-2021 school year.
06/26/2020
City Named Top 150 Workplace for 7th Consecutive Year
City of Eden Prairie once again recognized as one of the best places to work in Minnesota.
06/25/2020
City Recognized for Sustainability Efforts
Eden Prairie honored with the Minnesota GreenStep Cities “Step 5” award for third time.
08/14/2019
Students Appointed to City Commissions
City Council appoints students to serve on City commissions for 2019-2020 school year.
06/19/2019
Aquatics Center Named for Former Mayor
Nancy Tyra-Lukens' passion, leadership and vision helped make the Aquatics Center a reality.
06/19/2019
City Named Top 150 Workplace for 6th Consecutive Year
City of Eden Prairie once again recognized as one of the best places to work in Minnesota.
06/17/2019
Parks and Recreation Presented with MRPA and Red Cross Awards
Eden Prairie's Parks and Recreation Department accepted awards from the Minnesota Recreation & Park Association and the American Red Cross at the May 21 City Council meeting.
05/22/2019
Park Construction Updates
Temporary construction closures in May for Riley Lake Park’s main parking lot and Round Lake Park's playground.
05/03/2019
Parks and Recreation Communications Survey
The City of Eden Prairie wants to know what you think regarding how it communicates about Parks and Recreation Department programs, classes and events.
04/26/2019
Watch Candidate Forums, Vote Early for Nov. 6 General Election
Watch Eden Prairie candidate forums and take advantage of early absentee voting!
10/17/2018
Eden Prairie Recognized for Sustainability Efforts
Minnesota GreenStep Cities program helps cities achieve their sustainability and quality-of-life goals.
07/18/2018
Riley Lake Boat Cleaning Station
To help reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species, the new Riley Lake Park boat launch now features a CD3 – clean, drain, dry and dispose – waterless cleaning station.
06/27/2018
City of Eden Prairie Named Top 150 Workplace
This is City's fifth consecutive year as Star Tribune Top Workplace.
06/25/2018
Hammocking in Eden Prairie Parks
City encourages use of tree-friendly straps when hammocking.
06/15/2018
Urban Coyotes in Eden Prairie
Eden Prairie residents report about 32 coyote sightings per year. While coyotes are not a threat to humans, they occasionally prey on small domestic animals.
06/14/2018
Students Appointed to City Commissions
City Council appoints students to serve on City commissions for 2018-2019 school year.
06/13/2018
Award-Winning Communications
"Life in the Prairie" newsletter named 2018 Best of Show.
06/12/2018
Statement: Schooner Days Carnival
06/01/2018
Parks and Recreation Presented with Awards of Excellence
Eden Prairie's Parks and Recreation Department received two awards of excellence from the Minnesota Recreation and Parks Association.
05/16/2018
Help Manage EAB in Eden Prairie
Citywide group discount to treat healthy ash trees for Emerald Ash Borer through Rainbow Treecare available.
05/11/2018
City Plants Community Orchards to Help Families in Need
On Tuesday, Oct. 3, nearly 30 donated fruit trees were planted in two of Eden Prairie's parks.
10/05/2017
Park Improvement Projects
In addition to adding a brand-new park in southwest Eden Prairie over the summer, several community parks were updated and improved.
09/28/2017
Big Night for Donations at City Council Meeting
City Council accepts more than $100,000 in donations at July 11 City Council meeting.
07/14/2017
City Named Top 150 Workplace for 4th Consecutive Year
Eden Prairie is once again the only city government in Minnesota to receive this recognition.
06/21/2017