Summer 2022 Life in the Prairie Newsletter and 2021 Annual Report

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Each year, Eden Prairie Liquor profts help fund improvements to playgrounds and parks, as well as street and trail maintenance throughout the community.

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28TH SUMMER MUSICAL

Sunday, June 12 noon–7 p.m.

Featuring Seven Area Big Bands

July 7

7 p.m.

COMPAS Teaching Artist: Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue

July 8

7 p.m.

Craig Clark Band

July 10

6 p.m.

Echoes of Elvis

July 14

7 p.m.

Dirty Shorts Brass Band

July 15

7 p.m.

Miss Myra and the Moonshiners

July 17

6 p.m.

Lehto and Wright

July 21

7 p.m.

Dakota Valley Symphony

July 22

7 p.m.

Salsa de Sol

July 24

6 p.m.

Ragamala Dance Company

July 28

7 p.m.

Wondercure

July 29

7 p.m.

Sawyer’s Dream

July 31

3 p.m.

PeopleFest Party

Aug 4

7 p.m.

Kashimana

Aug 7

6 p.m.

COMPAS Teaching Artist: Frank Sentwali Slam Poetry

Aug. 11

7 p.m.

Church of Cash

Visit edenprairie.org/Calendar for performer information

Staring Lake Amphitheatre

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Just Friends Big Band

1 p.m.

Good News Big Band

2 p.m.

Bend in the River Big Band

3 p.m.

ACME Jazz Company

4 p.m.

River City Jazz Orchestra

5 p.m.

Genesis Jazz Orchestra

6 p.m.

Jazz on the Prairie Big Band

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Donations accepted and encouraged with our thanks.

Be a Good Neighbor

Children invited to dress as fairytale characters.

Additional parking available across Pioneer Trail at Flying Cloud Fields with complimentary shuttle bus.

Join us in celebrating the variety of cultures that make up the Eden Prairie community.

Performed by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, NY

17th Year Children’s Theatre Workshop

Performances designed just for kids!

Tuesdays 10:30–11:15 a.m.

by Steph DeForie A play performed by children for children and others.

July 29–30 2:30 and 7 p.m.

July 31 2:30 p.m.

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June 14

Teddy Bear Band

June 21

The Bazillions

June 28

Everett Smithson

July 12

Will Hale and the Tadpole Parade

In addition to several music and dance performances, participate in a variety of classes, demonstrations, art experiences and more.

July 19

Talewise – Pirates: Lost at Sea

Find out more at edenprairie.org/PeopleFest.

July 26

Three Strings: Celebrating People with Disabilities

Aug. 2

Heart and Soul Drum Academy

Aug. 9

COMPAS Teaching Artist: Danielle Daniel

Riley-Jacques Barn Admission charged. Visit edenprairieplayers.com for ticket information.

Performed by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc.

New Precincts for 2022 Elections

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6:30 p.m. Eden Prairie Community Band and Jazz on the Prairie Big Band

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Sundays, Thursdays and Fridays

Fully staged live outdoor musical!

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Sit back and enjoy live performances three evenings a week.

Kick off the summer concert season with an afternoon of big-band jazz accompanied by the Noon Rotary’s RibFest.

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lease keep the following ordinances in mind as you enjoy the summer:

If your address ends with an odd number, you must water your lawn on odd-numbered days of the month. If your address ends in an even number, water on even-numbered days. No lawn watering is allowed between noon and 5 p.m.

All unlicensed, unregistered or inoperable motor vehicles must be parked in a garage.

PeopleFest! community event

Enjoy a free movie under the stars.

Come early, concessions and pre-show entertainment start at 7:30 p.m.; movies at 9 p.m.

Aug. 5

Encanto

Aug. 12

Hook

Aug. 19

Back to the Future

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Vegetation must not be allowed to go to seed and must be kept to a height of 10 inches or less.

Campaign signs are allowed on private property but must be placed 12 feet or 4 paces from the road surface. Signs are not allowed on publicly owned land such as public schools or City parks.

arlier this year, the City fnished the precinct redistricting process local governments are required to complete every 10 years. As a result, voters may have a new polling place in upcoming elections. You will receive a postcard from Hennepin County with your new voting location prior to the primary election in August. View an updated precinct map and learn more on the City’s website.

edenprairie.org/Elections

edenprairie.org/CityCodeFAQ

Power equipment such as lawn mowers, weed trimmers and chain saws must be used between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Monday through Sunday.

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EDEN PRAIRIE HOMETOWN CELEBRATION 2022

MUSIC, FOOD AND

FIREWORKS MONDAY

Help Manage EAB

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s part of its multiyear emerald ash borer (EAB) management plan, the City continues treating or removing ash trees on public property.

Removed trees are being replaced with diverse tree species at one-and-a-half times the rate of removal.

The City is also promoting proper management of ash trees on private property. Discounted EAB treatment rates are available to residents through 2022.

edenprairie.org/EAB

JULY 4

ROUND LAKE PARK

• Community Plaza – deepen your Eden Prairie pride and visit with organizations that make our community great.

• Food Truck Plaza – enjoy an enhanced food and beverage experience • Entertainment – celebrate with live music • Fireworks – honor America as we light up the skies!

3 p.m. Community Plaza and Food Truck Plaza open 6:30 p.m. Music from The Brian Kinney Band 7:45 p.m. Welcome from Mayor Case and City Council 8 p.m. Music from Free and Easy 10 p.m. Fireworks!

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Summer Street Maintenance Projects

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den Prairie’s annual street maintenance program involves overlaying, reclaiming and sealcoating more than 45 miles of City streets each year. The goal is to preserve and protect the pavement to reach a 40- to 50-year life expectancy before a street requires complete reconstruction. Maps and updates about 2022 street maintenance projects are available online.

edenprairie.org/InfrastructureProjects

Sunday, July 3 6–9:45 p.m.

Round Lake Park Free kid-friendly event with self-directed activity stations throughout the park • Infatables

• Hands-on crafts

• Lawn games

• Dance Party

• Street art

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Salu y r a t i l i AM

Friday, July 1 6:30 p.m.

Staring Lake Park Amphitheatre • Free outdoor concert with the Eden Prairie Community Band and Jazz on the Prairie Big Band playing some of your favorite classics • Local veterans and active military are our special guests as we salute their service

Summertime food and beverages available for purchase, or bring your own picnic

• Bring a chair or blanket and wear your most patriotic red, white and blue

Mini freworks display adds some sparkle at the end of the evening

• Summertime food and beverages available for purchase, or bring your own

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy free events all summer long!

Music • Dance • Theater • Movies • Storytelling • Spoken Word All events are free and at the Staring Lake Amphitheatre (unless otherwise noted), 14800 Pioneer Trail.

Concessions available for purchase, or bring your own picnic and refreshments.

Visit edenprairie.org/Calendar for more information about each event. Schedule of performers subject to change.

Visit edenprairie.org/Subscribe to receive text or email announcements about the schedule.

Dispose Hazardous Materials Responsibly

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ennepin County operates drop-off facilities in Bloomington (1400 W. 96th St.) and Brooklyn Park (8100 Jefferson Highway) for hazardous waste and problem materials.

Eden Prairie residents may also bring hazardous waste to the Environmental Center in Chaska (116 Peavey Circle).

edenprairie.org/SolidWaste

Take Action, Eden Prairie!

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eACT Eden Prairie is an online tool homeowners can use to understand their rooftop solar options. The interactive map showcases the solar power potential of every structure in Eden Prairie, including singlefamily homes and privately owned businesses. This new tool also provides other actions residents can take to help meet the communitywide climate goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.

edenprairie.org/ReACTEP

2021 Drinking Water Report

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he City provides results of drinking water monitoring to advance consumer confdence and highlight the need to protect water resources.

Drinking water monitoring from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2021, revealed Eden Prairie drinking water met or exceeded federal standards. A complete report is available online.

edenprairie.org/DrinkingWater

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Mark Mark Your Your Calendar Calendar Community Drop-off Day June 18 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

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Primary Election Absentee Voting Begins June 24 edenprairie.org/Elections

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Arts in the Park Aug. 20 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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City of Eden Prairie, Minnesota

2021

ANNUAL REPORT Fiscal Year Ended Dec. 31, 2021

Message from the City Manager I am pleased to present the City of Eden Prairie 2021 Annual Report.

Through a combination of graphics and plain language, this publication provides a high-level, easy-to-understand snapshot of the City’s fnances.

Sincerely,

Rick Getschow City Manager

About the City of Eden Prairie The City of Eden Prairie is home to more than 64,000 residents, 2,800 businesses, outstanding schools, and a multitude of natural and man-made amenities. With its fourishing economy, engaged community, and quality-of-life rating consistently higher than local and national benchmarks, life is good in Eden Prairie.

2021

BY THE NUMBERS

42,801 police calls

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2,909 fre calls

8,883 building permits issued

4,842 property appraisals completed

43 parks, 134 miles of trails, 510 lane miles of City streets maintained

City Finances

This report provides fnancial results for the following accounts:

General Fund

Capital Projects Funds

Debt Service Funds

Enterprise Funds

City’s primary operating fund

Funds for acquisition or construction of major capital infrastructure

Funds collected from taxes and other sources to pay debt

User-fee funds collected from external customers

Property Taxes The median single-family home (MSFH) in Eden Prairie is valued at $415,800, and the 2021 City property tax for a MSFH is $1,335, a decrease of 0.3% versus 2020. When compared to MSFH values of similar cities in the metro area, Eden Prairie property taxes are among the lowest. $2,300

City Tax 2021

$2,100

GOLDEN VALLEY

INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

SAVAGE

BURNSVILLE

MAPLEWOOD

APPLE VALLEY

BLOOMINGTON

OAKDALE

EAGAN

MINNETONKA

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LAKEVILLE

WOODBURY

SHOREVIEW

$500

EDEN PRAIRIE

$700

SHAKOPEE

$900

MAPLE GROVE

$1,100

PRIOR LAKE

$1,300

EDINA

$1,500

PLYMOUTH

$1,700

CHANHASSEN

$1,900

Governmental Revenues and Expenditures Revenues for all funds except Enterprise, Internal Service and Fiduciary Funds totaled $74,805,380, an increase of 3% versus 2020. This can be attributed to strong performance in licenses and permits, property tax revenue, and an increase in Community Center memberships as we continue to recover from the ups and downs of the pandemic. Expenditures for all funds except Enterprise, Internal Service and Fiduciary Funds totaled $69,381,373, an increase of 3.9% versus 2020. This can be attributed to wage and beneft increases as well as the purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus equipment and the replacement of play equipment at Riley Lake Park. The City is fnancially sound and maintained its net position for 2021.

5-Year Revenue Comparison

5-Year Expenditure Comparison

$90,000,000

$90,000,000

$80,000,000

$80,000,000

$70,000,000

$70,000,000

$60,000,000

$60,000,000

$50,000,000

$50,000,000

$40,000,000

$40,000,000

$30,000,000

$30,000,000

$20,000,000

$20,000,000

$10,000,000

-- - -$0 2017

2018

2019

$10,000,000

2020

2021

Other Charges for Services Intergovernmental Revenue Licenses and Permits Special Assessments Property Taxes

-- - - $0 2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

Debt Service Capital Outlay Parks and Recreation Public Works Fire Police Community Development Administration

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General Fund Revenue Where the Money Comes From

70% 11% 10% 8% Property Taxes

Licenses and Permits

General Fund Revenues Property Taxes

1%

Intergovernmental Revenue

Charges for Services

Other

2021

2020

2019

$37,795,569

$36,263,433

$35,009,667

Licenses and Permits

5,858,459

4,996,872

5,110,672

Intergovernmental Revenue

5,353,219

6,238,109

1,768,464

Charges for Services

4,156,921

2,464,886

6,132,338

600,101

1,040,313

1,238,199

$53,764,269

$51,003,613

$49,259,340

Other Total

Budgeted Revenue: $49,679,247 Actual Revenue: $53,764,269 Actual revenue was 108.2% of the budgeted amount. Property tax and licenses and permits exceeded projections due to conservative budgeting, and intergovernmental revenue exceeded projections due to the American Recovery Plan funding received. Charges for Services was less than budgeted due to the impact of COVID-19 on revenue generated at the Community Center and through Parks and Recreation Department programming.

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General Fund Expenditures How the Money is Spent

10% 5% 13% 26% 34% 12% Administration

Community Development

Fire

General Fund Expenditures Administration

Parks and Recreation

Police

Public Works

2021

2020

2019

$4,652,491

$4,547,110

$4,455,624

Community Development

2,304,990

2,431,612

2,280,391

Fire

6,481,923

6,439,103

5,915,595

Parks and Recreation

12,343,285

11,084,484

12,489,302

Police

16,145,234

15,357,194

15,204,092

6,026,323

5,991,750

5,891,040

$47,954,246

$45,851,253

$46,236,044

Public Works Total

Budgeted Expenditures: $50,112,474 Actual Expenditures: $47,954,246 Actual expenditures were 95.7% of budget.

Total 2021 Capital Improvement Expenses: $16,656,750 Signifcant Projects Over $400K System-Wide Water Meter Replacement

$1,686,765

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Equiment

$657,554

Riley Lake Park Playground Replacement

$448,483

Fire Station 1 Roof Replacement

$428,755

Trail Maintenance

$415,988

Annual Watermain Rehabilitation

$407,255

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Enterprise Funds Enterprise Funds account for the City’s utilities (water, wastewater, stormwater) and liquor operations, which are run like businesses, relying on fees and charges for revenue to cover expenditures.

Utilities Eden Prairie’s water, wastewater and stormwater utilities serve approximately 20,000 residential, commercial and industrial accounts. The City’s water storage capacity is 12.5-million gallons and is supplied by a system of 15 wells that are permitted to pump 28-million gallons per day.

Water Utility Financial Results Water usage increased from 2.2-billion gallons to 2.4-billion gallons due to dry summer weather; rates also increased in 2021. Total operating expenses (excluding depreciation) were 128% of the $7,212,633 budgeted, and $2,778,994 more than 2020 due to the water meter replacement project.

Wastewater Utility Financial Results In 2021, wastewater revenue increased $564,986, or 8.2% versus 2020.

Total operating expenses (excluding depreciation) were 95.4% of the $6,083,175 budgeted, and $20,607 less than 2020. Disposal charges are the largest expense, totaling $4,051,535.

Metropolitan Council Environmental Services establishes monthly disposal costs on a metro-wide basis. For 2021, the disposal fee decreased 3.6%.

$12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000 $0

Water Depreciation

2020

Water Revenue

2021

$8,000,000 $7,000,000 $6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $0

Wastewater Depreciation

Stormwater Utility Financial Results

$4,000,000

In 2021, stormwater revenue increased $254,584, or 7.5%, due to a rate change. Total operating expenses (excluding depreciation) were 89.5% of the $1,887,527 budgeted and $333,204 more than 2020.

$3,000,000

2019

2020

Wastewater Expense

Wastewater Revenue

2021

$3,500,000 $2,500,000 $2,000,000 $1,500,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 $0

Stormwater Depreciation

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2019

Water Expense

2019

2020

Stormwater Expense

2021

Stormwater Revenue

Municipal Liquor Store Operations The City’s three municipal liquor stores constitute one of the largest municipal off-sale operations in the State of Minnesota. Eden Prairie Liquor profts contribute to the fnancial well-being of the City by funding important capital improvement projects. City leaders believe municipal-owned liquor operations help to protect the health and safety of youth by placing emphasis on preventing sales to underage people.

Overall liquor store sales totaled $11,642,288 in 2021, a 1.6% increase versus 2020; the City transferred $800,000 in profts to the Capital Improvement Project fund. Over the past 10 years, $8.6-million in liquor store profts have funded various capital projects, including Riley Lake Park playground equipment, improved lighting at Miller Park and trail maintenance.

Long-Term Debt Long-Term Debt Outstanding

2021

2020

General Obligation

$4,891,000

$13,166,000

Revenue

10,965,000

5,885,000

2,575,000

4,276,000

Tax Abatement

26,030,000

15,000,000

Total

$44,461,000

$38,327,000

Special Assessment

+16% versus 2020 The City issued $17.4-million of General Obligation Refunding Bonds to fnance the water meter replacement project and to refnance older debt which resulted in a net present value beneft of $1,775,629.

Since 2003, Moody’s Investors Service has assigned its highest rating, Aaa, to the City of Eden Prairie’s bonds. In 2014, Eden Prairie secured a second AAA bond rating from Standard and Poor’s Financial Services. Reasons for the consistent bond ratings include Eden Prairie’s substantial and diversifed tax base, strong fnancial operations, low debt burden, and strengths in fexibility with budget reserves, liquidity, management stability and fnancial policies.

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About this Report Awards The City received the following awards (valid for one year only) from the Government Finance Offcers Association (GFOA): • Certifcate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, for the year ended Dec. 31, 2020.

• Distinguished Budget Presentation award for the Two-Year Budget, for the fscal years beginning Jan. 1, 2020, and 2021.

• Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting, for the fscal year ended Dec. 31, 2020.

City of Eden Prairie 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344-4485 952-949-8300 TTY: 952-949-8399

The information in this report is derived from the City of Eden Prairie’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which was prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and applicable legal requirements for the year ended Dec. 31, 2021. This report provides information to the public about City of Eden Prairie services and the costs to provide these services. For a complete review of the City’s fnancial position for 2021, consult the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

edenprairie.org/Budget

EDEN PRAIRIE HOMETOWN CELEBRATION 2022

MUSIC, FOOD AND

FIREWORKS MONDAY

Help Manage EAB

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s part of its multiyear emerald ash borer (EAB) management plan, the City continues treating or removing ash trees on public property.

Removed trees are being replaced with diverse tree species at one-and-a-half times the rate of removal.

The City is also promoting proper management of ash trees on private property. Discounted EAB treatment rates are available to residents through 2022.

edenprairie.org/EAB

3 p.m.

JULY 4

ROUND LAKE PARK

Community Plaza and Food Truck Plaza open

6:30 p.m.

Music from The Brian Kinney Band

7:45 p.m.

Welcome from Mayor Ron Case and City Council

8 p.m.

10 p.m.

Music from Free and Easy Fireworks!

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Summer Street Maintenance Projects

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den Prairie’s annual street maintenance program involves overlaying, reclaiming and sealcoating more than 45 miles of City streets each year. The goal is to preserve and protect the pavement to reach a 40- to 50-year life expectancy before a street requires complete reconstruction. Maps and updates about 2022 street maintenance projects are available online.

edenprairie.org/InfrastructureProjects

Sunday, July 3 6–9:45 p.m.

Round Lake Park Free kid-friendly event with self-directed activity stations throughout the park • Infatables

• Hands-on crafts

• Lawn games

• Dance Party

• Street art

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Salu y r a t i l i AM

Friday, July 1 6:30 p.m.

Staring Lake Amphitheatre • Free outdoor concert with the Eden Prairie Community Band and Jazz on the Prairie Big Band playing some of your favorite classics • Local veterans and active militar y are our special guests as we salute their service

Summertime food and beverages available for purchase, or bring your own

• Bring a chair or blanket and wear your most patriotic red, white and blue

Mini freworks display adds some sparkle at the end of the evening

• Summertime food and beverages available for purchase, or bring your own

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy free events all summer long!

Music • Dance • Theater • Movies • Storytelling • Spoken Word Events take place at the Staring Lake Amphitheatre (unless otherwise noted), 14800 Pioneer Trail.

Concessions available for purchase, or bring your own picnic and refreshments.

Visit edenprairie.org/Calendar for up-to-date information about each event; performers subject to change.

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Eden Prairie Players Presents 28TH SUMMER MUSICAL

Sunday, June 12 Featuring Seven Area Big Bands

7 p.m.

COMPAS Teaching Artist: Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue

July 8

7 p.m.

Craig Clark Band

July 10

6 p.m.

Echoes of Elvis

July 14

7 p.m.

Dirty Shorts Brass Band

July 15

7 p.m.

Miss Myra and the Moonshiners

July 16

6 pm

Special Saturday Concert 204th Army Band

July 17

6 p.m.

Lehto and Wright

July 21

7 p.m.

Dakota Valley Symphony

July 22

7 p.m.

Salsa de Sol

July 24

6 p.m.

Ragamala Dance Company

July 28

7 p.m.

Wondercure

July 29

7 p.m.

Sawyer’s Dream

July 31

3 p.m.

PeopleFest! Party

Aug 4

7 p.m.

Kashimana

Aug 7

6 p.m.

COMPAS Teaching Artist: Frank Sentwali Slam Poetry

Aug. 11

7 p.m.

Church of Cash

Visit edenprairie.org/Calendar for performance information

Staring Lake Amphitheatre

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Just Friends Big Band

1 p.m.

Good News Big Band

2 p.m.

Bend in the River Big Band

3 p.m.

ACME Jazz Company

4 p.m.

River City Jazz Orchestra

5 p.m.

Genesis Jazz Orchestra

6 p.m.

Jazz on the Prairie Big Band

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Donations accepted and encouraged with our thanks.

Be a Good Neighbor

Children invited to dress as fairytale characters.

Additional parking available across Pioneer Trail at Flying Cloud Fields with complimentary shuttle bus.

Join us in celebrating the variety of cultures that make up the Eden Prairie community.

Performed by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, NY

17th Year Children’s Theatre Workshop

Performances designed just for kids!

Tuesdays 10:30–11:15 a.m.

by Steph DeForie A play performed by children for children and others.

July 29–30 2:30 and 7 p.m.

July 31 2:30 p.m.

June 14

Teddy Bear Band

June 21

The Bazillions

June 28

Everett Smithson Band

July 12

Will Hale and the Tadpole Parade

July 19

Talewise: Pirates: Lost at Sea

July 26

3 Strings: Celebrating People with Disabilities

Aug. 2

Heart and Soul Drum Academy

Aug. 9

COMPAS Teaching Artist: Danielle Daniel

Riley-Jacques Barn Admission charged; visit edenprairieplayers.com for ticket information.

Performed by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc.

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Sundays, Thursdays and Fridays

Fully staged live outdoor musical!

Kick off the summer concert season with an afternoon of big-band jazz accompanied by the Noon Rotary’s Rib Fest.

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Sit back and enjoy live performances three evenings a week.

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lease keep the following ordinances in mind as you enjoy the summer:

If your address ends with an odd number, you must water your lawn on odd-numbered days of the month. If your address ends in an even number, water on even-numbered days. No lawn watering is allowed between noon and 5 p.m.

In addition to several music and dance performances, participate in classes, demonstrations, art experiences and more.

All unlicensed, unregistered or inoperable motor vehicles must be parked in a garage.

edenprairie.org/PeopleFest Denotes PeopleFest! community event

Enjoy a free movie under the stars.

Come early, concessions and pre-show entertainment start at 7:30 p.m.; movies at 9 p.m.

Aug. 5

Encanto

Aug. 12

Hook

Aug. 19

Back to the Future

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Vegetation must not be allowed to go to seed and must be kept to a height of 10 inches or less.

Campaign signs are allowed on private property but must be placed 12 feet or 4 paces from the road surface. Signs are not allowed on publicly owned land such as public schools or City parks.

arlier this year, the City fnished the precinct redistricting process local governments are required to complete every 10 years. As a result, voters may have a new polling place in upcoming elections. You will receive a postcard from Hennepin County with your new voting location prior to the primary election in August. View an updated precinct map and learn more on the City’s website.

edenprairie.org/Elections

edenprairie.org/CityCodeFAQ

Power equipment such as lawn mowers, weed trimmers and chain saws must be used between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Monday through Sunday.

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