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21-City Coalition Asks for State Aid and Guardrails After Operation Metro Surge
Coalition leaders, including Mayor Ron Case, announced their focus on recovery and stabilizing cities this legislative session in the wake of Operation Metro Surge at a press conference today.
02/19/2026
Feb. 13, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — PROP Proclamation and Donation, Words in Action Contest Winners, Commission Work Plans, Art Center Open House, CDBG Plans Feedback, Citywide Work Plans, Holiday Hours, Upcoming Meetings
02/13/2026
Joint Statement from the Cities for Safe and Stable Communities on the Conclusion of Operation Metro Surge
Coalition leaders, which includes Mayor Ron Case, are encouraged by the news that federal officers will be withdrawn or redeployed, signaling the de-escalation our communities have urgently requested.
02/12/2026
A Message from Mayor Ron Case
Mayor Case thanks residents for helping their neighbors during Operation Metro Surge and encourages focus on recovery efforts.
02/12/2026
City Recognizes 2026 Words in Action Contest Winners
Thanks to everyone who participated and honored the legacy of Black American civil rights leaders.
02/11/2026
Feb. 6, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Safe and Stable Communities Coalition, Parks and Recreation App, Eden Prairie Players, Optimist Club Essay Contest, Staff News, Upcoming Meetings
02/06/2026
New Parks and Recreation App Now Available
Your all-in-one connection to Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation.
02/04/2026
Minnesota Mayors Launch Coalition: Safety over Partisanship
Mayor Ron Case is representing Eden Prairie on this coalition dedicated to restoring stability and trust in government.
02/02/2026
Jan. 30, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Opportunities for Community Support, PROP Town Hall, Sauna at Staring, 2025 EPFD Stats, Financial Reporting Award, Upcoming Meetings
01/30/2026
Jan. 23, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — City Commission Work Plans, Pioneer Trail Bridge Project Open House, Skating Event, Plastic-Free Challenge, Winter Salt Awareness Week, Upcoming Meetings
01/23/2026
Jan. 16, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Words in Action Contest, State of the City Luncheon, Ash Tree Removals, Pickleball Clinics, EPL Rewards Program Updates, Holiday Hours, Upcoming Meetings
01/16/2026
A Message from Mayor Ron Case
Mayor Case addresses recent immigration enforcement activity.
01/16/2026
Sign Up for Text Message Updates
Get City news on your mobile device.
01/12/2026
Jan. 9, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — City Commission Recruitment, Words in Action Contest, State Legislators Meeting, Fire Hydrants Help, Christmas Tree Disposal, Reduce Salt Use, Snow Removal Facts, Upcoming Meetings
01/09/2026
Jan. 2, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Park Facility Rentals, Winter Blast, Skating Rinks, Open Pick-Up Broomball, Subscribe for Text Messages, Snow Emergencies, Flashing Yellow Arrow Indicators, Upcoming Meetings
01/02/2026
Dec. 19, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Deer Management, EP Housing Loans, Green Disposal Guide, Save on Winter Energy Bills, Holiday Hours
12/19/2025
Dec. 12, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — City Gift Ideas, Holidays with Heroes, Recycle Holiday Lights, Reduce Salt Use, Cold Weather Rule, Upcoming Meetings
12/12/2025
How Immigration Operations in MN Relate to Eden Prairie
The EPPD enforces state and local laws — not federal immigration laws.
12/05/2025
Dec. 5, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — City Budget, EPCC Day of Giving, Outdoor Center Holiday Market, Holiday Concert, Art Center Open House, Mayor for a Day Essay Contest, Hennepin County Advisory Boards, Planning Commission Public Hearing, Fall Employee Recognition, Upcoming Meetings
12/05/2025
Nov. 21, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Yard Waste Site Closing, Coffee With a Cop, Winter Hazard Awareness, Recreation Programs Registration, Holiday Market, Toys for Tots, Snow Emergencies, Nov. 18 City Council Meeting Highlights, Holiday Hours, Upcoming Meetings
11/21/2025
City Announces Sustainable Eden Prairie Award Winners
Award recipients contributed to the overall vitality and sustainability of Eden Prairie.
11/20/2025
Nov. 14, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Fall into Fitness, Happy Hour for Hunger, Planning Commission Public Hearings, America Recycles Day, Welcome, Ruby, Upcoming City Meetings
11/14/2025
Recommit to Recycling in Honor of America Recycles Day
Recycling works when items are recycled right.
11/13/2025
Nov. 7, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — New Website Domain, EP Liquor Dollar Drive, Farmhouse Market and Vintage Sale, Park Facility Rentals, GIVE Gathering, Q3 Financial Report, Win e-Bike, Staff News, Holiday Hours, City Meetings
11/07/2025
New City Website Address
The City’s online home and employee email addresses have changed to edenprairiemn.gov.
11/05/2025
Oct. 31, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — PROP Donations, Mayor for a Day Essay Contest, Fundraiser for PROP Shop, Halloween Safety, Lt. Jess Irmiter Award, Staff News, Upcoming City Meetings
10/31/2025
Oct. 24, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Dog Park Temporary Closure, Prescribed Burns, Sustainable EP Updates, Yard Waste Disposal, Lead Poisoning Prevention, Crime Prevention Fund Fundraiser, Citizens Academy for Seniors, Elementary Art Educator of the Year, Staff News, Upcoming City Meetings
10/24/2025
Oct. 17, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Elections, New Residents Guide, Spooky Skate, Citizens in Our Schools, Upcoming City Meetings
10/17/2025
Oct. 10, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Council/School Board Joint Meeting, Lioness Lions Club Donation, LRT Testing, Yard Waste Site Hours, Home Energy Audit, Access City Meeting Documents, Hennepin County Heat Resiliency Plan, Upcoming City Meeting
10/10/2025
Oct. 3, 2025 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Pedestrian Safety Beacons Installed, Harvest to Halloween, Fire Prevention Week, Citizens in Our Schools, Staff News, Upcoming City Meetings
10/03/2025