Spring Road Restrictions

Road Restrictions begin Friday, March 15, 2019 at 12:01 a.m.

To learn more about the Road Restrictions and to obtain a load restriction permit go to the City of Edina Public Works Department webpage,  Permits are for one truck, to one address, for...

Welcome to Centennial Lakes Park

With a 24-acre park and pond, Centennial Lakes Park offers the ultimate urban escape. The park features more than 1.5 miles of paved pathways meandering around a 10-acre lake interspersed with beautifully landscaped grounds, formal and informal seating ar...

Amundson Leaves Mark On Police Department After 36 Years of Service

By Kaylin Eidsness

Not many people can keep the same passion for their job after 36 years. However, Detective Erik Amundson is not one of those people. While his last day with the City of Edina will be Jan. 31, the zest he has for his career as a ...

Tickets on Sale for Taste of Edina

Edina, Minn., March 8, 2019 – Tickets are on sale for the annual Taste of Edina to be held Wednesday, May 8, at The Westin Edina Galleria, 3201 Galleria in Edina.

The event, hosted by the Edina Chamber of Commerce and Edina Liquor, is Ed...

Nominations Now Being Collected for Heritage Award

Edina, Minn., March 14, 2019 – The Edina Heritage Preservation Commission seeks nominations for its annual Heritage Award. The Heritage Award is given to a local business, person or neighborhood for a commitment to preserving, rehabilit...

Spring Load Restrictions Go into Effect March 15

Edina, Minn., March 13, 2019 – Spring load restrictions in Edina go into effect 12:01 a.m. Friday, March 15.

Weight restrictions are implemented each spring in an effort to preserve and protect Edina’s road system during the thawing and...

Potential for High Water and Flooding March 12-14

The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is monitoring the potential for spring flooding this year. The approximately 1-inch of rain that is in the forecast for Tuesday through the Thursday is raising flood concerns. Localized flooding on area roadways is p...

Comp Plan Review Period Begins March 7

A 30-day review period of the draft Comprehensive Plan kicks off March 7. The draft Plan will be available for review online at www.BetterTogetherEdina.org, where feedback is encouraged.

“We’re nearing the finish line for the updated Co...

City Launches New Online Engagement Site

Edina, Minn., Feb. 19, 2019 – The City recently launched www.BetterTogetherEdina.org, a new online engagement website.

The site replaces SpeakUpEdina.org, launched in 2012. Edina was among the first cities in Minnesota to use an online engagement...

Meeting on Design of Water Treatment Plant Canceled

Edina, Minn., Feb. 20, 2019 – A Feb. 27 meeting to understand the site of a new water treatment plant in the Prospect Knolls Neighborhood has been canceled.

Earlier this month, the City Council selected the Dublin Reservoir, 7000 Dublin Road, as ...

2019 Quality of Life Survey is Under Way

Edina, Minn., Feb. 20, 2019 – The City of Edina’s 2019 Quality of Life Survey is under way.

The City contracted with National Research Center, Inc. (NRC) to develop a six-page survey. The survey includes questions about quality of life ...

Now Accepting Submissions for Volunteer Recognition Reception

Edina, Minn., Feb. 21, 2019 – The 40th-Annual Community Volunteer Recognition Reception will be held 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 15 at Braemar Golf Course Clubhouse, 6364 John Harris Drive. Submissions are now being accepted through Monday, April 1 ...

Officials to Present State of the Community Feb. 27

Edina, Minn., Feb. 8, 2019 – Edina Mayor James B. Hovland and Edina Public Schools Superintendent John Schultz will present the “2019 State of the Community” Wednesday, Feb. 27. Edina City Manager Scott Neal will emcee the pr...

City Designated ‘SolSmart Gold’ for Advancing Solar Energy Growth

Edina has received a “gold” designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, easier and more affordable for homes and businesses to use solar energy. For companies looking to expand, a SolSmart Gold designation is a signal that Edina i...

Finance Department Receives Reporting Awards

Edina, Minn., Jan. 24, 2019 – The City of Edina’s comprehensive and popular financial reports for the year ended Dec. 31, 2017, were awarded Certificates of Achievement for Excellence in Reporting by Government Finance Officers Associa...

Gunshots on West 70th Street Lead To Arrest

Edina, Minn., Jan. 7, 2019 – At 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31, Edina Police officers responded to the 7000 block of France Avenue South and West 70th Street after multiple people reported shots fired in the area.

Upon arriving to the scene, police found...

Discounted Radon Test Kits Available

Edina, Minn., Dec. 21, 2018 – In recognition of January being National Radon Action Month, the Edina Health Division will offer residents radon test kits for $5, while supplies last.

Radon is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless radioac...

Memmer and Skinner Sworn In as Edina's Newest Paramedic/Firefighters

Edina, Minn., Dec. 13, 2018 – Austin Memmer and Eric Skinner took the oath of office at Fire Station No. 1 and officially joined the Edina Fire Department as Paramedic/Firefighters Friday, Nov. 30.

Prior to joining the Edina Fire Department, Memm...

Fisher and Quinn Promoted to Assistant Chief

Edina, Minn., Dec. 17, 2018 – Pete Fisher and Ryan Quinn have been promoted to Assistant Chief with the Edina Fire Department. Fisher began his new role as Training/Safety Chief Dec. 3 and Quinn will begin his new role as EMS Chief Jan. 2.&n...

Restoration of Arden Park Begins

The following press release was issued by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District:

The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD), in partnership with the City of Edina, is starting construction on the restoration of Arden Park. The project is a combination ...

Try Out Fitness Classes at Braemar Field

Edina, Minn., Oct. 31, 2018 – The Edina Parks & Recreation Department is moving its successful Fitness in the Parks program indoors for the colder months with classes under the dome at Braemar Field.

Each of the seven classes will be led by a...

City of Edina Winter Parking Laws Go Into Effect Nov. 1

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Ordinance Establishing an Affordable Housing Trust Fund

An ordinance establishing an Affordable Housing Trust Fund.

ORDINANCE NO. 2019-07

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND

CHAPTER 2

THE CITY COUNCIL OF EDINA ORDAINS:

Section 1. Chapter 2, of the Edina City Code is amended by adding Article X to provide as follows:

Articl...

HRA special meeting March 19

The HRA will hold a special meeting Tuesday, March 19, immediately following the 7 p.m. City Council meeting in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 4801 W. 50^th Street, Edina. The meeting agenda, which will be posted online and available at the meeting, will...

4/17/19 Assessment Notice for the Board of Appeal and Equalization

ASSESSMENT NOTICE- IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS

THIS MAY AFFECT YOUR 2020 PROPERTY TAXES.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Appeal and Equalization for the City Of Edina will meet on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 5:30 p...Read on...

2019 Turf Restoration Ad for Bids

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that electronic proposals will be received online only, until 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, March 28, 2019. The Edina City Council will meet at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 16, 2019, to consider said bids. View ad for bid here.

3/13/19 Public Hearing: Variance at 4430 Garrison Lane

CASE FILE: B-19-4

APPLICANT: Sicora Design Build/Jesse and Sarah Moen

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 4430 Garrison Lane, Edina, MN
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THE EAST 80 FT OF WEST 405.5 FT OF NW 1/4 OF NE1 /4 LYING SOUTH OF NORTH 150 FT THEREOF AND NORT...Read on...

3/27/19 Planning Commission Meeting & Work Session

The Work Session is from 5:30-7:00 PM in the Community Room, City Hall.

The Meeting is at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers, City Hall.

4/16/19 Public Hearing at City Council: Subdivision at 6625 Mohawk Trail

CASE FILE: 2019.01

APPLICANT: Jim Seabold

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 6625 Mohawk Trail, Edina, MN

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 006, Block 006, Indian Hills, Hennepin County, Minnesota

REQUEST: Subdivision

PROPJECT DESCRIPTION: A subdivision of 6625 Mohawk...Read on...

3/27/19 Public Hearing at Planning Commission: Subdivision at 6625 Mohawk Trail

CASE FILE: 2019.01

APPLICANT: Jim Seabold

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 6625 Mohawk Trail, Edina, MN

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 006, Block 006, Indian Hills, Hennepin County, Minnesota

REQUEST: Subdivision

PROPJECT DESCRIPTION: A subdivision of 6625 Mohawk...Read on...

Interlachen Boulevard Roadway and Utility Improvements Request for Bids

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that electronic proposals will be received online only, until 2:00 p.m., on Monday, March 25, 2019. The Edina City Council will meet at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 2, 2019, to consider said bids. View ad for bid here.

Ordinance No. 2019-06 Amending Chapter 10 of the City Code

An ordinance amending Chapter 10 of the City Code concerning rental licensing.

Read complete ordinance.

5/7/19 Public Hearing on Preliminary Draft Comprehensive Plan (City Council)

On 5/7/19 there will be a Public Hearing on the Preliminary Draft Comprehensive Plan at the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 7, 2109. The meeting is held at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

4/24/19 Public Hearing on Preliminary Draft Comprehensive Plan (Planning Commission)

On 4/24/19 there will be a Public Hearing on the Preliminary Draft Comprehensive Plan at the Planning Commission Meeting on Wednesday, March 24, 2019. The meeting is held at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

4/2/19 City Council Work Session Discussion on Preliminary Draft Comprehensive Plan

On April 2, 2109 the City Council will have a Work Session Discussion on Preliminary Draft Comprehensive Plan. The Work Session will be held in the Community Room at City Hall 5:30- 7:00 PM.

4/2/19 Public Hearing for 50th & France Small Area Plan (City Council)

The 50th & France Small Area Plan will be presented at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers.

3/27/19 Public Hearing for 50th & France Small Area Plan (Planning Commission)

The 50th & France Small Area Plan will be presented at the Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers.

Xcel Energy Customers Eligible for Nissan LEAF Rebate

Xcel offering $3,500 rebate for purchases through April 1, 2019.

People who are considering purchasing an electric vehicle should be aware that Xcel Energy employees and customers can get a $3,500 rebate on a qualified Nissan LEAF.

Customers must present this flier that has more information along with their current util...