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Mayor Tyra-Lukens Joins Climate Mayors
As part of Eden Prairie’s ongoing sustainability efforts, Mayor Tyra-Lukens has joined the Climate Mayors.
06/14/2017
Emerald Ash Borer in Eden Prairie
Recently, the MDA released information about two verified cases of EAB infestation east of Bryant Lake in Eden Prairie.
05/23/2017
Heritage Preservation Award Presented
2017 Heritage Preservation Award presented to Jim Clark.
05/17/2017
City Launches New Performance Measurement Dashboard
City performance data available on new interactive dashboard.
05/02/2017
Sustainable Eden Prairie
Sustainable Eden Prairie is an ongoing effort focusing on education and implementation of sustainable practices to protect the environment and natural resources our community enjoys.
04/05/2017
City Updating Comprehensive Plan
Aspire Eden Prairie 2040 will serve as City’s official guide for planning and development over the next 20 years.
03/08/2017
Who's the Owl at the Outdoor Center?
03/01/2017
City Expands List of Street Signs Available for Purchase!
The City of Eden Prairie is offering retired street signs for sale!
02/22/2017
Whooo’s the New Guy?
The Outdoor Center acquired a young male barred owl in December and is asking for the public’s help to name him.
02/01/2017
City Employment Opportunities
The City of Eden Prairie is currently hiring for several positions.
01/25/2017
Part-Time City Employment Opportunities
The City of Eden Prairie is currently hiring for several ongoing part-time positions.
11/09/2016
Eden Prairie #2 Among MONEY Magazine's Best Places to Live
MONEY magazine’s 2016 list of the 50 Best Places to Live was announced today and Eden Prairie is #2.
09/19/2016
Another Successful Night to Unite!
Thousands of Eden Prairie residents gathered Tuesday to celebrate the City's Night to Unite.
08/05/2016
City Named Top 150 Workplace for 3rd Consecutive Year
For the third year in a row, the City of Eden Prairie was named a Top 150 Workplace by the StarTribune.
06/27/2016
Purchase an Eden Prairie Street Sign!
The City of Eden Prairie is now offering retired street signs for sale!
04/21/2016
Community Center Aquatics and Fitness Upgrade Complete!
Work on the new and improved Aquatics Center and fitness studios at the Community Center began in May 2014, and now, less than two years later, the project is complete!
04/06/2016
EP SEE CLICK FIX
EP SEE CLICK FIX is a mobile application that empowers residents to help the City address maintenance issues throughout Eden Prairie.
03/15/2016
Students on Commissions
Did you know that the City of Eden Prairie facilitates a program designed to give students firsthand experience participating in municipal government?
09/21/2015
SWLRT Municipal Consent Process
Eden Prairie's SWLRT municipal consent open house and public hearing scheduled for Sept. 15.
08/19/2015
City's Energy-Efficiency Goals Nearly Met
The City’s facilities are now 18 percent more energy efficient and a 36-percent increase in fuel efficiency has been achieved for the vehicle fleet due to the 20-40-15 initiative.
09/19/2014
City Working to Develop Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan
The City is working with Hennepin County to develop a new Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan.
06/19/2014
City Council Approves Aquatics Center Project
At its May 6, 2014, meeting, the Eden Prairie City Council unanimously approved the Aquatics Center upgrade project.
06/19/2014
Senior Center Recognized by AARP
The Eden Prairie Senior Center was recognized with the inaugural "Top 100 Host" Award for its outstanding support in 2013.
05/07/2014
City Working to Develop Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan
Eden Prairie and Hennepin County are working to develop a new Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan for the City.
03/28/2014
Miracle League Fundraising Effort Begins
The Eden Prairie City Council has approved moving forward with a fundraising effort toward the construction of a "Miracle League Field" at Flying Cloud Fields
12/11/2013
Rice Marsh Lake Trail Loop Connects Eden Prairie and Chanhassen
After years of planning, the Rice Marsh Lake Trail Loop – a 3.4 mile multipurpose pedestrian trail loop encircling Rice Marsh Lake in Eden Prairie and Chanhassen – is now complete
10/14/2013
Nick Leddy Brings the Stanley Cup to Eden Prairie
As is tradition with the Stanley Cup, each player from the winning team gets to spend a day with the cup in their hometown. Don’t miss your chance to see Nick Leddy and the Stanley Cup in person at the Community Center this Friday
07/09/2013
Community Center Aquatics Facility Slated for Upgrade
At its May 7, 2013, meeting, the Eden Prairie City Council approved a contract to begin the architectural design phase of a proposed upgrade to the Community Center aquatics facility
06/19/2013
Council Appoints Students to City Commissions
The Eden Prairie City Council appointed 15 high school students to serve on City commissions for the 2013-2014 school year
06/05/2013
City Website Features New Online Tools
With the recent addition of two new online tools – CITY CONNECT and EP SEE CLICK FIX – the City website is more interactive than ever
04/16/2013
