City Of Eden Prairie: January 21, 2022 Friday Report

Press release from the City of Eden Prairie:

01/21/2022

City Accepting Human Rights Award Nominations

The City is now accepting nominations for the annual Human Rights Award, which recognizes inspiring efforts that work to promote human rights and diversity, and to create an inclusive community spirit. Awards are given to an outstanding individual, non-profit organization, youth and business. Visit edenprairie.org/HumanRightsAward for more details about the award program and online nomination form. The deadline for nominations is 4:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28.

MLK Words in Action Contest

Participants ages 18 and younger select one of Dr. King’s quotes and express what it means to them through art, writing or audio/video. Submissions accepted until Jan. 31. Learn more and submit an entry at edenprairie.org/MLKContest.

Temporary Trail Closure: Round Lake Park

Trails on the west side of Round Lake will be temporarily closed beginning Jan. 24 for ash tree removal. During the closure, crews will be working to remove ash trees infected with emerald ash borer. The trail is anticipated to reopen the following week, once all work has been completed.

Part of the Round Lake Park Ash Tree Replacement Project, the removed trees will be replaced with various tree species at a 1:1 ratio. New trees are scheduled to be planted later this year. The project is funded by a grant from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, supporting the City’s proposal to keep the nearby trail safe from falling trees and to avoid deforestation.

View map of closed trails [PDF]

Nature Rocks! Outdoor Center Open House

Each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Outdoor Center opens its doors for free family fun! See the resident animals and learn about future programs and events. Come out for the next one Saturday, Jan. 22!

Project Profile [PDF]

City Events Calendar

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