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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.
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
Renewable Energy Options
There are multiple ways to offset electricity use with clean energy.
05/26/2026
May 22, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Residents Recognized for City Service, Heritage Preservation Awards, Schooner Days, Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed Meetings, Police Department Updates, Holiday Hours, Upcoming Meetings
05/22/2026
Composting at Home
Compost your food and yard waste to improve your soil.
05/21/2026
2026 Heritage Preservation Award Presented
Helen and Paul Anderson were celebrated for their lasting contributions to preserving the history and stories of our community.
05/20/2026
Residents Recognized for Service on City Commissions
City recognized outgoing commission members at May 14 banquet.
05/15/2026
May 15, 2026 Friday Report
City Manager Rick Getschow's Friday Report — Senior Resource Fair, Memorial Day Ceremony, Park and Play Kits, Curbside Recycling, Lawn Watering Schedule, Community Development Updates, MN River Bank Stabilization Project, Upcoming Meetings
05/15/2026
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
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
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
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
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