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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.
Green Up Your School Year
Going back to school is an exciting time because everything’s new – teachers, fellow students, school supplies. However, National Geographic Kids encourages children and parents to “go green” this school year by reusing last year’s school supplies and considering the following suggestions
08/21/2013
Incident Brief: Statement Regarding Death at SouthWest Station Parking Ramp
At approximately 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, Eden Prairie Police dispatch received a call reporting someone had fallen from the SouthWest Station parking ramp
08/20/2013
Police Department Alert: Storm Repair Solicitors
As many in the community begin the process of making repairs and removing storm debris, Eden Prairie Police would like to remind all residents of the following safety tips related to solicitors
08/07/2013
Incident Brief: Single Vehicle Accident Results in Fatal Injuries
On Thursday, Aug. 1 at approximately 8 p.m., the Eden Prairie Police and Fire Departments responded to a motor vehicle accident near the intersection of Eden Prairie Road (Hwy. 4) and Park Terrace Drive
08/02/2013
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
Incident Update: Falling Tree Fatally Injures Eden Prairie Resident
The victim in this tragedy, 56-year-old Nina MacKay, was actively involved in the Eden Prairie community. A dedicated City commission member for several years, MacKay will be deeply missed and the City sends its deepest condolences to the MacKay family and friends
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
Protecting the Investment
Much like the thousands of vehicles traveling on them each day, the streets of Eden Prairie also require regular maintenance to ensure their safety and longevity
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
EPPD Cautions Against Volunteer-Led River Searches
EPPD asks volunteers to cancel weekend Mississippi River search for missing person Mandy Matula
05/31/2013
Eden Prairie Ranks 6th in Water Conservation Challenge
Eden Prairie ranks sixth in the 2013 Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation
05/21/2013
Human Rights and Diversity Commission Announces 2013 Award Recipient
The Eden Prairie Human Rights and Diversity Commission honors Hammer Residences, Inc. with the 2013 Human Rights Award
05/15/2013
Turtle Crossing!
05/13/2013
Water Conservation Tips
05/13/2013
2013 Street Pavement Condition Survey
The City of Eden Prairie is conducting a street pavement condition survey to determine the current condition of city streets
05/07/2013
Water Quality Improvement Cost-Share Program
04/24/2013
Flying Cloud Landfill Update
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has announced that construction on the Flying Cloud Landfill will begin in early May
04/19/2013
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
Adopt-A-Street Program Participants
The City of Eden Prairie would like to express sincere thanks and appreciation to the participants in the City’s Adopt-A-Street program over the past year
04/12/2013
Green Mid-Market Neighborhood Development Meeting
The City of Eden Prairie is hosting a neighborhood meeting about a Green Mid-Market Neighborhood Development initiative from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 23 at the Eden Prairie City Center
04/08/2013
Incident Brief: Police Respond to Fight at Eden Prairie High School
At approximately 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, Eden Prairie Police responded to a fight among students at Eden Prairie High School (17185 Valley View Road)
03/27/2013
Statement: Incident at Eden Prairie High School
03/07/2013
Severe Weather Awareness Week
Severe Weather Awareness Week will take place April 15–19, with a statewide tornado drill Thursday, April 18 at 1:45 and 6:45 p.m.
02/20/2013
Incident Brief: Active Investigation Leads to Arrest for Burglary
In the course of an ongoing investigation related to recent burglaries at several Eden Prairie businesses, Eden Prairie Police conducted a surveillance operation which led to a pursuit in Ramsey County, Minn. on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013
02/04/2013
Incident Brief: Shoplifting Suspects Detained After Fleeing Police
On Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, Eden Prairie Police responded to a report of shoplifting at Best Buy (11600 Leona Road)
02/04/2013
MPCA Hosting Landfill Meeting
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is hosting a public informational meeting about its proposal for upgrading the cover and gas-extraction system at the Flying Cloud Landfill
01/30/2013
Before the Storm: Preparing for Winter
01/30/2013
Workshop: Turfgrass Maintenance
01/10/2013
City Manager Blog: An Update on 20-40-15
Over the past several years, the City has been working to complete the 20-40-15 initiative, aimed at improving energy efficiency in City facilities by 20 percent, improving the fuel efficiency of the City’s vehicle fleet by 40 percent and achieving these goals by the year 2015
12/19/2012
Powering Your Community
Xcel Energy has recently launched a program in Eden Prairie called Powering Your Community
10/30/2012