One of the highest ideals of citizenship is to become personally involved in government. The City Council values citizen participation and has established a number of City Commissions to provide opportunities for citizen participation on issues concerning the City and its residents. To serve on a Commission, applicants must live in Eden Prairie, have a desire to volunteer and have time available to serve the community.

Commission terms are typically three years, and the City Council staggers term end dates to ensure continuity. Terms begin April 1 and end March 31 each year. No Commission member may be appointed to more than two full consecutive terms, except by unanimous vote of the Council.

Task forces are assembled and appointed by the City Council on an “as-needed” basis when an issue needs to be further researched and reviewed. Upon completion, a final task force report and recommendations are provided to the City Council.

To learn more about the City Commission process, contact:

Lorene McWaters
Executive Assistant to the City Manager
952-949-8412