Eden Prairie residents, mark your calendars for an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the city's operations during the upcoming Citywide Open House. Slated for Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the City Center, the event promises displays of public safety and maintenance equipment, demonstrations, and the provision of refreshments for the community members who take part in this enlightening experience, as highlighted on the City of Eden Prairie's official website.
In the spirit of civic engagement, the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce is set to host candidate forums for the state legislative races at the City Center Council Chambers on Oct. 3, giving a platform for voters to witness contenders for MN House Districts 49A at 5:30 p.m., followed by Districts 49B at 6:30 p.m., these events can be accessed by the public in person or through live streams on EPTV and on the city's website, with replays and on-demand viewing options to aid Eden Prairie residents in making informed decisions at the ballot box.
The city is also keen on hearing from residents regarding their experiences with Eden Prairie Liquor, encouraging feedback through an annual customer experience survey; those interested can voice their opinions by completing the survey available through a provided link on the city's official webpage before the Oct. 4 deadline.
For nature and literature enthusiasts, Writers Rising Up offers an opportunity to merge creativity with the serene backdrop of the Elizabeth Fries Ellet Interpretive Trail on Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon, participants will forage the flora for an organized fall leaf collage activity, everything needed from artist boards to glue will be provided to ensure everyone can take home a piece of autumn encapsulated artistry.
Finally, Eden Prairie is planning, with the city's leadership initiating the 2025-2026 Citywide Work Plan process, an exercise that aligns upcoming projects with the city's overarching goals, ensuring that all actions are mapped out with clear timelines and necessary partnerships to deliver on the commitments made to the community. Upcoming city meetings, including the City Council workshop and regular meeting on Oct. 1, as well as the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and Sustainability Commission meetings on Oct. 7 and 8 respectively, offer additional avenues for residents to stay informed and involved.
