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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.
August 14, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — State Primary Turnout, Arts in the Park, Final Summer Concerts, Street Signs for Sale, National Nonprofit Day, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
08/14/2026
August 7, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — State Primary Election, Pop-Up Splash Pad, Fall Program Registration, Arts in the Park, Night to Unite Results, EPPD Updates, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
08/07/2026
Give Their Dorm Room Some Hometown Character
Retired street signs make unique dorm room décor and memorable gifts for friends.
08/05/2026
Parks and Recreation Program Registration Opens Aug. 12
Set your alarm — fall program registration opens at 7 a.m.
08/03/2026
July 31, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Tour de Tonka, Night to Unite, Neighborhood Night at the Fire Station, Movies in the Park, Backpack and School Supply Drive, Quarterly Financial Report, 2050 Comprehensive Plan, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
07/31/2026
Join the 2026 Citizens Academy!
Apply for Citizens Academy to learn what it's like behind the scenes at the EPPD.
07/31/2026
July 24, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — State Primary In-Person Early Voting, Stanley Cup in Eden Prairie, Summer Entertainment Series, EP Lions Corn Feed, EPPD Updates, Upcoming Meetings
07/24/2026
Eden Prairie Communications Manager Honored with Statewide Lifetime Achievement Award
Joyce Lorenz was recognized for her exceptional leadership and lasting contributions to public-sector communications.
07/17/2026
July 17, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — New PD Open, Pop-Up Splash Pad, Children's Theatre Workshop, PeopleFest!, Round Lake Badminton, Hennepin County Outdoor Siren Upgrades, GreenStep Cities Award, County Salvage Crawl, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
07/17/2026
New Police Department Facility Now Open
The Eden Prairie Police Department has moved into its new facility, and the public lobby is now open for in-person services.
07/16/2026
Eden Prairie Recognized with GreenStep Cities Sustainability Award
This is the 10th year in a row the City has been recognized for attaining the highest level of achievement in the program.
07/14/2026
July 10, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Traffic Signal Optimization Project, LRT Trolley Tour, Watershed District Board Recruitment, EyeOnWater App, Home Electrification Help, Parks and Rec Updates, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
07/10/2026
Free Summer Concert Series Begins This Week
Enjoy free live music with Starring at Staring concerts most Thursday, Friday and Sunday evenings, now through August!
07/07/2026
July 3, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Valley View Road Closure, Firework Safety, Summer Concerts, EP See Click Fix, Renewable Energy, EPPD Updates, Staff News, Holiday Hours, Upcoming Meetings
07/02/2026
June 26, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Absentee Voting, Summer Musical, Hometown Hero Award, 4th of July Hometown Celebration, Night to Unite Registration, City Named Top Workplace, Community Development Updates, Holiday Hours, Upcoming Meetings
06/26/2026
Eden Prairie Firefighters Honored with Freedom 250 Hometown Hero Award
Four firefighters recognized by Minnesota U.S. Attorney for saving a child from a burning home.
06/25/2026
City Earns Top Workplace Recognition for 13th Consecutive Year
The City of Eden Prairie has once again been recognized as one of Minnesota's Top Workplaces.
06/23/2026
New Chapter Begins for Eden Prairie Police Department
The City Council dedicated the new Police Department facility prior to its June 16 meeting.
06/17/2026
Students Appointed to City Commissions
City Council appoints students to serve on City commissions for 2026-2027 school year.
06/17/2026
June 12, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Party for Pride, Summer Musical, City Code Reminders, Multifamily Recycling Grants, Public Works Updates, Staff News, Holiday Hours, Upcoming Meetings
06/12/2026
June 5, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Mosquito Control Drones, Parkinson's Resource Fair, Fitness in the Parks, Stop the Trafficking 5K, Planning Commission Update, Parks and Recreation Updates, Upcoming Meetings
06/05/2026
Free Summer Entertainment Kicks Off June 7
Your guide to summer fun in Eden Prairie!
06/02/2026
Eden Prairie Development Activity
Use the Development Projects map to explore new construction and redevelopment activity.
06/02/2026
Be a Good Neighbor: City Code Reminders
Please keep these ordinances in mind as you enjoy the summer.
06/01/2026
Report City Maintenance Issues with Your Phone
EP See Click Fix is a mobile application that empowers residents to help the City address maintenance issues throughout Eden Prairie.
05/31/2026
May 29, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Valley View Road Closure, Free Summer Entertainment, SW Transit Design Contest, Home Electrification Webinars, Braver Angels Event, 2025 Drinking Water Report, Parks and Rec Updates, Upcoming Meetings
05/29/2026
Summer Improvement Projects
Several park improvement and infrastructure projects are scheduled throughout Eden Prairie this summer.
05/29/2026
2025 Drinking Water Report
Drinking water monitoring from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2025, revealed Eden Prairie drinking water met or exceeded federal standards.
05/28/2026
Upgrade HVAC, Reduce Fossil Fuel Use
Consider replacing your air conditioner and furnace with a cold-climate air-source heat pump to improve cooling and heating efficiency and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
05/28/2026
Water Conservation Rebates
Save money as you make improvements to your home and landscaping.
05/26/2026