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News items produced by the City of Eden Prairie Communications Division are intended for members of the news media and the community at large.
May 8, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — School Bus Stop-Arm Law, Senior Awareness Month, Shredding Event, Curbside Recycling, Quarterly Financial Report, Planning Commission Public Hearing, HR Updates, Upcoming Meetings
05/08/2026
Fire Department Transitions to New Service Delivery Model
New model adds full-time firefighters and consistent staffing at fire stations.
05/04/2026
May 1, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Youth Citizens Academy, Women's One Acts+, Metro Transit Event, Mother's Day POUND Fitness, Students on Commissions, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
05/01/2026
City Accepting Applications for "Students on Commissions" Program
High school juniors and seniors are encouraged to apply for the Students on Commissions program for the 2026-2027 school year.
04/27/2026
April 24, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — e-Bike Rules, Call for Arts in the Park Artists, Car Seat Clinic, Free Smart Thermostats for Businesses, Spring Employee Recognition, Parks and Recreation Updates, EPPD Updates, Upcoming Meetings
04/24/2026
Register Your Teen for Eden Prairie Police Youth Citizens Academy
Teens ages 14–19 will get a behind-the-scenes look at the EPPD and learn more about what officers do.
04/22/2026
Yard Waste Site Opens Friday, April 24
Site is available for use by Eden Prairie residents free of charge.
04/20/2026
April 17, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Mosquito Control, Yard Waste Site, Drug Take Back Day, Arbor Day Celebration, Braver Angels Event, Community Development Updates, Fire Department Updates, Upcoming Meetings
04/17/2026
e-Bike, e-Scooter and Motorized Bike Rules in Eden Prairie
Before making a purchase, know the difference between e-Scooters, e-Bikes, e-Motos and Motorized Bikes, and the legal requirements for each.
04/16/2026
Call for “Arts in the Park” Artists
Artists and makers are invited to apply to be a vendor at the Saturday, Aug. 15 Arts in the Park event.
04/13/2026
April 10, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — New Mobile Command Center, Art Center Donation, Severe Weather Awareness, Spring Recycling Event, Wine and Beer Sampler Event, Recreational Fires, EP Gives Gala, Utilities Spotlight, Upcoming Meetings
04/10/2026
Rules for Recreational Fires
Follow these guidelines when enjoying a recreational fire on your property.
04/08/2026
EPPD and EPFD Introduce New Mobile Command Center
The new vehicle replaces equipment that served the community for more than 20 years.
04/07/2026
April 3, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Fire Hydrant Maintenance, Prescribed Prairie Burns, Dr. Jean L. Harris Scholarships, Heritage Preservation Award Nominations, Riley-Jacques Barn Open House, Aviation Hall of Fame Ceremony, Facilities Highlights, Upcoming Meetings
04/03/2026
Fire Hydrant Maintenance Starts Next Week
Annual flushing and maintenance checks on all City fire hydrants occurring through the month of April.
04/01/2026
Prescribed Prairie Burns Planned
The City is conducting prescribed burns through mid-May.
03/31/2026
March 27, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Election Judges, Coffee with a Cop, Recycling Curbside Pickup, Park Clean-Up Event, Tree Sale, Electrify Everything MN, EPFD Updates, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
03/27/2026
Serve Your Community as an Election Judge
The City is seeking election judges for the 2026 election season.
03/27/2026
March 20, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — EyeOnWater App, Planning Commission Public Hearing, New Home-Matching Service, Planting Pollinators, Parks Updates, Upcoming Meeting
03/20/2026
March 13, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Small Business Recovery Fund, Spring Break Programs, Heritage Preservation Awards, Lions Charity Event, Trail Project, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
03/13/2026
Spring Recycling Opportunities
Get rid of unwanted items you can’t throw in the trash or recycling bin.
03/10/2026
Dispose Hazardous Materials Responsibly
Hennepin County operates drop-off facilities in Bloomington and Brooklyn Park for hazardous waste and problem materials.
03/10/2026
Monitor Water Use Online and Save Money
Eden Prairie’s residential water meters allow households to use a smartphone or computer to track water consumption and save money on water bills.
03/10/2026
Consider Planting Pollinators
Learn how to add pollinators to your yard this year.
03/10/2026
March 6, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Commission Appointments, Polar Plunge, Community Band Concert, Ice Show, Tree Sale, Everything Spring Expo, Planning Commission Public Hearings, EPPD Updates, Upcoming Meetings
03/06/2026
Annual Tree Sale Open for Eden Prairie Residents
Residents can begin purchasing trees today!
03/03/2026
Start Electrifying Your Home
Make your home more climate-friendly by replacing gas-powered appliances with electric options.
03/03/2026
Property Valuation
Eden Prairie property owners are receiving annual notices in March.
03/02/2026
Feb. 27, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Spring/Summer Registration, Property Valuation Notices, RTA Temporary Closure, Kitchen Gadget Swap, Book Swap, Let's Go Fishing Fish Fry, Upcoming Meetings
02/27/2026
Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area Temporary Closure
Trail improvement project at Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area scheduled through May 2026.
02/27/2026