2012 Drinking Water Poster Contest Winner

Congratulations to Ava G.!  Ava is the 2012 Minnesota Rural Water Poster Contest Winner sponsored by the Eagan Utilities Division.  She is a 4^th Grade student from Deerwood Elementary and her teacher is Roxane Sipe.  

Outdoor Rinks/Tubing Hill

PULLING THE PLUG.....Effective immediately, the warming houses at the outdoor rink sites are CLOSED for the season, maintenance has also been discontinued.  The ice surfaces are available for informal use, a bench and a set of goals will be left out at most sites.  The tubing hill is also closed for the season.

Central Park Commons Redevelopment Environmental Documents Available

The City of Eagan has released an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for the redevelopment of the Lockheed Martin research and development facility into an office/commercial or all-commercial development. CSM Eagan LLC is the project proposer.

Eagan Police Department Offers Free Community Seminar

The Eagan Police Department is offering a FREE Community Seminar: "Living Safely with Coyotes in Eagan" on Thursday, February 23rd.  Two sessions will be offered, 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM. 

Spring-Summer Adult Sports Opportunities

Eagan Parks & Recreation is gearing up for spring-summer adult sports.  Sports offered include basketball, sand volleyball, softball, volleyball and wiffleball.  New team registration for basketball, softball, volleyball and wiffleball is February 27 - March 2, 2012.  Registrations are still being accepted for numerous leagues.  Sand volleyball new registration will take place April 9-13, 2012.  Questions, please contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at (651) 675-5500.

Eagan City Engineer Receives Top Honor in State

Eagan’s City Engineer since 1997, Russ Matthys, has received the prestigious 2011 Engineer of the Year Award on Wednesday from his peers—the City Engineers Association of Minnesota (CEAM).

Police Chief Asks Students to Help Name New Canine

The Eagan Police Department is soliciting help from local elementary students to name the department's new police canine. The nameless dog, a one year old Belgian Shepherd, was donated to the department by the Eagan Citizen’s Crime Prevention Association. The canine will attend training in the spring with Eagan Police Officer Andy Helgerson.  Officer Helgerson lost his former canine partner, Maverick, last year to cancer.  More...

2012 Eagan Police Citizen''s Academy

On January 3rd, 2012 the Eagan Police Department will be accepting applications for its 17^th annual Citizen Academy. The program started in 1996 and has had tremendous reviews from the past graduates of the academy. The 2012 classes will be from March 1st through April 19th on Thursday evenings from 6:00-9:00 pm at the Eagan Police Department, 3830 Pilot Knob Rd., Eagan.   

Prime Therapeutics Announces Expansion in Eagan

At a morning Press Conference today, Prime Therapeutics, an Eagan-based pharmacy benefit management company, announced its plans to add 300 information technology and business analyst jobs in Minnesota with financial assistance from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). More...

Park Facility Reservations

Enjoy Eagan’s beautiful outdoor park facilities for your wedding, family reunion, graduation party and much more. Beginning June 1, 2012 you will be able to reserve a park facility two years prior to the rental date rather than all dates becoming available on the first business day in January.  The reservation process for summer 2012 will not change and will begin at 8:00 a.m. on January 3, 2012. For more information, please call Eagan Parks & Recreation at (651) 675-5500.

Non-Resident Brochure Subscription

The Discover Brochure is mailed four times a year to Eagan residents, which includes the Spring/Summer, Summer, Fall and Winter brochure. Non-Residents may now purchase a yearly subscription for $15. The first mailing will be the 2012 Spring/Summer Discover Brochure. You can subscribe by filling out a registration form, registering via eConnect or calling Eagan Parks & Recreation at (651) 675-5500 with Class #18368. 

Eagan Survey Reveals Business Upswing

A survey of all Eagan businesses shows that nearly four out of ten (37%) expect to increase their staffing, and 91% expect to either stay the same size or increase employment in the next 24 months. The survey, conducted online earlier this fall, had some interesting findings.

Police Resolve Volatile Situation Peacefully

On 12/7/11, at approximately 9:57 AM, the Eagan Police Department was notified that a man living in the 3800 block of Heather Drive was having mental health issues and was in need of hospitalization. Based upon information obtained from health officials, the department activated its tactical response and hostage negotiation teams as a precautionary measure. More....

Christmas Tree & Holiday Light Safety Tips

The Eagan Fire Department and the National Fire Protection Agency want you to be safe this holiday season and offer these suggestions regarding lighting safety. 

Public Budget Hearing December 6th, 2011

Cigarette Butt Disposal Safety

The Eagan Fire Department is asking for your help in safely disposing of cigarette butts to help prevent fires. Fire Chief Mike Scott reports that the number one cause of fires in Eagan over the past year has been directly related to improperly discarded cigarettes.  

Eagan Residents Asked to Take Brief Survey

Eagan residents, we want to know what you think. Eagan is participating in a performance measurement program implemented by the Office of the State Auditor. There are 11 simple questions seeking your feedback about various City services.  All responses are anonymous. The survey will be active between now and December 28. Follow this link to take the survey.

Dig Your Hydrant

Don't forget about your hydrant this winter!  Help the Fire Department help you by clearing the hydrant nearest your home or business.

Holiday Turkey Frying Safety

With the holidays fast approaching, the Eagan Fire Department would like to pass along some tips from the National Fire Protection Agency  on turkey frying.

Eagan Announces Major Data Center Development

Just seven months after embarking on a feasibility study to help establish Eagan as a major telecommunications hub in Minnesota, the City of Eagan is proud to announce the planned development of a new 138,000 square foot carrier neutral data center called The Connexion.  

Duckwood Drive Overpass Celebration

Winners of the first ever Duckwood Championship Relay, area business representatives,  posed with Mayor Maguire and Councilmember Hansen at the opening celebration for the Duckwood Drive Overpass which completes the 20-year plan of Eagan's Ring Route. More...

Water Main Break Repairs Require 3pm Water Shutoff in Area

The City of Eagan utilities division is currently responding to a water main break on the 3400 block of Greenwood Ct. S. in northwest Eagan.  Water service in the area will be turned off today at 3:00 p.m. while repairs are made.  Crews are going door-to-door to post notices in the impacted area. Repairs are expected to take approximately two hours after the water is turned off.

Duckwood Drive Overpass Opens November 15

The Public is invited to celebrate the completion of the “Ring Road” around the busy Pilot Knob/Yankee Doodle Intersection on Tuesday morning, November 15. The Eagan Mayor and City Council will oversee a selection of fun bridge opening activities at the east end of the Duckwood overpass at 8:15 a.m. and will hand out coffee & doughnuts to drivers when the bridge opens to traffic at 8:30 a.m. More...

Robbery Suspect Arrested After High Speed Chase

On November 6, 2011, at approximately 5:30 PM, Eagan Police responded to the Holiday Gas Station, located at 3615 Pilot Knob Road, regarding a robbery that just occurred.   A store clerk reported a lone suspect entered the store yelling and creating a disturbance. The man jumped over the counter and demanded an employee open the cash register.  More...

Suspicious Male at Elementary School Led Police on a High Speed Chase

On November 2, 2011, at 12:44 PM, Eagan Police Officers received a report of a suspicious person at Northview Elementary School. A staff member of the school reported a man wearing a camouflage coat and driving a blue Pontiac Bonneville was acting “very hyper and very strange.”  More...

Police Explorer Open House

The Eagan Police Department is hosting a recruitment open house for the Police Explorer Program on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 6:00 pm at the Eagan Police Department.  The police explorer program is designed to give youth ages 14 to 21 years of age an opportunity to explore a career in law enforcement.  

Reward Offered for Arson Information

The Eagan Fire Department, in cooperation with the State Fire Marshal’s Office, is offering a reward for information on the recent arson fires at several Eagan parks. Anyone with information is asked to call the Arson Hot Line at 1-800-723-2020, or Fire Inspector Darrin Bramwell at (651) 675-5905.

Find Us on Facebook Too

The City of Eagan has launched a new Facebook page, www.facebook.com/cityofeagan, which has been rapidly attracting followers in just the last week. Visitors can find information on police arrests and crime alerts, parks and recreation activities, learn about road closures and development projects, and also access occasional surveys and polls. More...

Police Request Assistance Locating Missing Person

The Eagan Police Department requests assistance from the public in locating an elderly woman who was last seen at the Commons on Marice On October 18, at approximately 7:30 a.m. More...

Burglary Suspect Arrested

 On October 8, 2011, at approximately 2:00 AM, Eagan Police Officers responded to the 4200 block of Valley Forge Place regarding a report of a burglary of an occupied residence. A 17 year-old female was sleeping in her bedroom when she awoke to an unidentified person standing over her.  More...

Early Morning Fire at Cherokee Sirloin Room

On October 9, 2011, at approximately 05:45 a.m., Eagan Police and Fire were dispatched to a report of a deck fire at the Cherokee Sirloin Room at 4625 Nicols Road in Eagan. The Fire was called in by a passerby that saw the deck fire.  More . . . . . 

Winter Adult Sports Opportunities

Eagan Parks & Recreation is gearing up for the winter adult sports leagues that will begin in January, 2012.  Registrations are still being accepted for the upcoming season.

Burn Restrictions Lifted In Eagan

The DNR has lifted their earlier burn restrictions. Therefore, Eagan residents are now allowed to have recreational fires as outlined on the Web site for recreational fires. Any other burn requests must be applied for at the Fire Safety Center.

Rash of Thefts from Vehicles

Since mid September, Eagan Police Officers have taken over 30 theft from vehicle reports.  The majority of the these vehicle break-ins have taken place over night and are happening in various locations throughout the city. More...

Eagan Police Assist in Car Chase of Robbery Suspect

 On September 25, 2011 at 7:45 PM, Eagan Police Officers responded to the report of a robbery that occurred at the Little Caesar’s Pizza located at 1016 Diffley Road. It was reported a bald, white male, who was approximately 5’11, 190 pounds entered the establishment and demanded money. No weapon was seen, and once the suspect obtained the cash, he left on foot.

Citywide Moment of Silence Requested to Commemorate 9/11

To honor the memory of the nearly 3,000 people who died in America ten years ago in the 9/11 attacks, the City of Eagan is asking residents to observe a moment of silence on Sunday, September 11th at 7:46 a.m. Central Standard Time. That is the precise time a hijacked American Airlines plane, Flight 11, crashed into the World Trade Center’s north tower in New York City. More...

Eagan Top Dog 2012 Announced

Meet Eddie, Eagan’s Top Dog 2012. As Eagan’s official canine representative, he is taking an active role in promoting dog licensing as a way to protect pets, people and communities. You can join Eddie's owners in being a responsible pet owner by licensing your dog now.

Eddie was chosen from over 80 candidates.  His owners, Patti and Bill, wrote some very nice things about Eddie - read more.

More Animal Control information

Police Looking for Witnesses in Late Night Pursuit

On July 21^st, 2011 at approximately 12:16 AM, Eagan Police Officers initiated a traffic stop on Highway 55 over I-494 to investigate a driver’s license violation. While the officers were attempting to identify the driver, who was the sole occupant, he fled in the vehicle. A short vehicle pursuit ensued.     More...

Eagan City Offices & Facilities Remain Open

Despite the state government shutdown, Eagan officials want the public to know that all City offices and facilities remain open with regular hours of operation, and local public safety operations (police and fire) are not affected by any state shutdown. More...

Be Safe this Holiday Weekend

The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), Safe Kids USA and your local Eagan Fire Department are encouraging families and individuals to prepare for a safe and memorable Fourth of July by practicing safe grilling and leaving the fireworks to the professionals.  Here are a few tips & reminders.

Fall Adult Sports Opportunities

Eagan Parks & Recreation is gearing up for the fall adult sports leagues that begin in September 2011 including Men's 5-on-5 Basketball, Men's Flag Football and Men's, Women's & Co-ed Volleyball. Registrations are still being accepted.  For questions, please call Eagan Parks & Recreation at (651) 675-5500.

Traffic Fatality at Lexington and Savannah

On May 16, 2011 at approximately 7:50 p.m., the Eagan Police and Fire Departments along with Health East Ambulance, responded to a crash involving two cars at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and Savannah Road. 

City Unveils Newly Designed Web Site

Welcome to the newly improved City of Eagan Web site. Besides a fresh new look, we’ve improved the variety of ways users can find information. Citizens can also make (and track) service requests 24-7. It’s also easier than ever to watch videos, find out about upcoming events, find us on Facebook, and learn what stories most interest your neighbors. More...

Police Offer Crime Free Rental Property Training

The Eagan Police Department is hosting a training for landlords, managers, and other rental property staff on May 11, to help detect and deter criminal activity on rental property. The training is intended to foster healthy neighborhoods through landlord, owner, and manager involvement.

Notice Regarding State''s Revision of Noxious Weed Law

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture made recent revisions to the State Noxious Weed Law. 

 The state requires all persons within Dakota County control or eradicate all noxious weeds on lands they own, occupy, or are required to maintain. It is required to be published by May 15 each year.

Police Offer Reward in Thresher Fields Park Criminal Damage Case

On February 7^th, 2011, a City of Eagan parks employee discovered severe damage on the shelter pavilion at Thresher Fields Park, located at 3200 Borchert Lane. Two sides of the shelter pavilion were spray painted with graffiti with the damage estimate over $3000.00.

Cedar Grove Decision Reaffirms City

On Tuesday, December 28, the Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled in favor of the City of Eagan’s Economic Development Authority (EDA) in a long-running case involving three remaining property owners in the Cedar Grove Redevelopment District.

Open Letter to Eagan Residents on Snow Removal

Despite remarkable efforts and long hours to clear streets of snow from recent storms, challenges remain for Eagan's winter trail snow removal. If we get four inches more of snow (likely) before the end of the year, this will be the snowiest December since 1891. In an open letter to Eagan residents, an expert explains the problem and the City asks for your continued patience. We also ask that you think of neighbors during this holiday season that may be single moms, seniors, shut-ins, or away on vacation, if they need help tackling the snow at the bottom of the driveway. 

Only about 24% of trails designated for winter snow removal in the city were able to be cleared following the December 10-11 seventeen inch snowfall. The December 20th snowfall forced a return of all crews to street clearing operations. Current priorities are bridge decks, sight lines exiting both neighborhoods and business districts, and addressing snow space limitation issues in cul de sacs. On top of that, some crews had to be pulled to address two water main breaks, something which happens seasonally, but hasn't been helpful given other needs.

December 11 Eagan Civic Arena Grand Re-Opening

Local and Federal officials will be on hand to celebrate the grand re-opening of the Eagan Civic Arena following a state-of-the-art retrofit of the ice arena with geothermal cooling and heat pump technology.  The Department of Energy-supported project marks  the shortest start-to-finish completion of a geothermal heat pump federal stimulus grant in the country. The geothermal project will be featured in a brief program at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 11.  The public is invited to tour between 4:40 and 5:15 p.m.  Then there is a sneak peek  between 6-7 p.m. of the additional new dry land training space designed for “off-ice” training .

MPCA Reassures Residents Regarding Lead Concerns

The City has received several inquiries from residents and businesses concerned about a new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency declaration concerning air quality in a portion of Eagan. 

Nice Place. Few Problems, Residents Say

An independent research firm that compares more than 40 different communities in the metro area says that Eagan is the crown jewel in terms of citizen satisfaction.  In fact, Dr. Bill Morris calls the latest 2010 community survey results the most impressive he's seen in 30 years of polling.

Eagan Approves Preliminary 2011 Budget & Levy

The Eagan City Council praised the work of City staff in developing a proposed $27.7 million 2011 general fund budget. The preliminary budget, approved September 7, holds the line with zero dollars for wage increases and a decrease in staffing to continue service delivery in light of current economic realities. In fact, the proposed 0.55% increase to the general fund is lower than the rate of inflation. 

Eagan Adds Enhanced Citizen Service

The City of Eagan has launched a new Citizen Support Center providing answers online to commonly asked questions and allowing residents and businesses to make service requests and track the status of those requests at any time.

Police Identify All Victims in Double Murder-Suicide

On August 10th, 2010 at approximately 10:09 PM, the Dakota Communications Center received a 911 call where the reporting party stated gunshorts had been fired at 1366 Berry Ridge Drive in Eagan.

Upon arrival, Eagan Officers found two people deceased inside the home.  Early indications reveal the victims died of gunshot wounds.  Upon a search of the entire premises, another victim was located outside on the east side of the residence.  This person also appeared to have died from a gunshot wound.

“CODE GREEN” Event Celebrates Progress Toward Green Globes-Certified Fire Station

When you think of fire hydrants and fire departments, the color red typically comes to mind. But public officials and the media in Eagan were seeing green as  they got their first look at the progress on site at the new, green, Eagan Fire Safety Center under construction near the corner of Yankee Doodle Road and Wescott Woodlands.

Eagan Once Again Among America''s Most Livable Cities

For the third time since 2006 Eagan has been named to Money Magazine’s list of America’s best smaller cities to live in. In fact, it is the only Minnesota city to have been in the top 20 most livable cities in the 2006, 2008, and 2010 biennial rankings.

Police, City Clerk Provide Information Regarding Solicitors

As warmer weather arrives, the Police Department and the City Clerk's Office urge the public to use good judgement when dealing with door-to-door solicitors. The City of Eagan requires licensing of all individuals engaging in door-to-door solicitation of products or services in Eagan. More...

Eagan Receives Highest Available Bond Rating

The City of Eagan has received a Triple-A (Aaa) bond rating, the highest available, from Moody’s Investors Services—one of the nation’s largest rating services.
“This is a strong indicator of market confidence in the financial leadership and credit-worthiness of Eagan,” said Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire.
 

City of Eagan Wins Local Government Innovation Award

The Humphrey Institute’s Public and Nonprofit Leadership Center has honored the City of Eagan with a 2009-2010 Local Government Innovation Award for its partnership with Thomson Reuters Corporation to create the first public access community television studio located on a corporate campus. Eagan Television (E-TV) began operations in 2009. A company official says, "With Eagan TV, we quickly recognized that we had a common need, and that all parties stood to benefit from the project." Mayor Mike Maguire calls the collaboration, "an exciting new model of public/private partnerships.”


 

Mayor Honors Eagan’s History at State of the City

Governor Declares March 6, 2010 as City of Eagan Day Statewide
In a 50-minute trip detailing its past 150 years, Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire, in his State of the City Address, recounted what he called “the special legacy” of a city now celebrating its Sesquicentennial. Governor Tim Pawlenty issued a greeting and proclamation declaring March 6 as City of Eagan Day throughout Minnesota. March 6, 1860 was when the Minnesota Legislature passed legislation signed by Minnesota’s second Governor, Alexander Ramsey, which created Eagan as a township. A fun black & white video depicted the bill signing and a pony express messenger bringing the news out to Eagan, where costumed volunteers reenacted the first town board meeting held in April, 1860.
 

Celebrate Eagan''s 150th at Founders Day Lunch & State of the City Address

The Eagan Mayor’s annual State of the City address, scheduled for Friday, March 5 at 11:30 a.m. has traditionally been a time to reflect on accomplishments of the past year and City goals for the future. In honor of Eagan’s Sesquicentennial in 2010, this year’s State of the City Address promises to be a dramatic departure, looking at Eagan’s past and how it came to be the City it is today. The event will be held as a part of a Founders Day Luncheon. All residents, business representatives and long-time Eagan residents are encouraged to attend.

Learn More About Need for Next Generation Broadband

With U.S. Internet traffic growth anticipated to increase at least fourteen times over what it is now by 2015, Eagan and 10 other Dakota County cities have released an educational video about why residents and businesses need to insist on next generation broadband to meet the needs of citizens.

Emergency Management Training: Multiple (Simulated) Disasters Strike Dakota County

Imagine a major gas line leak, a commercial airliner crash and a tornado touching down in Eagan—all in a matter of hours. That was the premise behind four days of integrated emergency management training by Eagan and Dakota County officials in Emmitsburg, Maryland last week at a course, conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Responsible Budgeting Remains City’s Focus During Difficult Economy

While Eagan has a history of careful planning and responsible budgeting, the City is not immune to the current economic downturn affecting individuals, businesses, and all branches of government. The following article, also printed in the City newsletter, outlines a few things every resident should know.

Flu Precautions Employees Can Take

Want to help keep a healthy workplace? Here are six things we all can do.

H1N1 Virus (Swine Flu) Information

State and local public health officials are taking aggressive steps in response to the unusual strain of the H1N1 virus (swine influenza) that has been making people ill in Mexico and parts of the United States.  For more information on the H1N1 virus click on the following link:  H1N1 virus (Swine Influenza)

E-TV, the New Face of Community Television

Eagan has launched a first-of-its-kind public access community television studio located on a corporate campus at Thomson Reuters, Eagan's largest employer. The public is invited to a Grand Opening event on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. The operation will be known as Eagan Television—or E-TV for short—and will involve a mentorship program between the City, Thomson Reuters, and Eagan High School. The unique partnership means more direct dollars for community TV, greater mentorship opportunities, and significant new opportunities for public involvement and community generated media.

Eagan Named #1 City in Minnesota to Raise Kids

Eagan has been named the top city in the state to raise children, according to BusinessWeek magazine.  The ranking was for cities with at least 50,000 residents and a median family income between $40,000 and $100,000. 

The magazine said Eagan is an "upscale community with good schools, ponds, rolling hills, woods, and open space."

Live Safely in Eagan with Coyotes

Over the past few years, the City of Eagan has witnessed coyote activity throughout the city. More specifically, citizens are reporting sightings and there have been documented instances where coyotes have attacked domestic pets. With the close proximity to large undeveloped tracts of land like Fort Snelling State Park, Lebannon Hills County Regional Park, along with the many City parks in Eagan, coyotes will always be present in Eagan. In fact, coyotes have become well adapted to suburban living.

Web Based Crime Mapping System Now Available to the Public

The Eagan Police Department is proud to announce that the PIMA (Police Incident Mapping Application) Web crime mapping tool is now available directly through the City’s website. You may wish to bookmark this important new feature which allows citizens and businesses to check crimes in their area.