Edina City Council — Agenda
Monday, October 13, 2025
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Edina Parks Commission redefines its role in city governance
Edina Aquatic Center Operations and Future Planning
City Code Update for Parks and Recreation Commission
2026 Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan Update Initiative
Braemar Arena Implementation Review Initiative
Alternative Funding Strategies for Parks & Recreation Initiative
Climate Action Plan Priorities and Park System Integration Initiative
Braemar Golf Course Off-Leash Dog Policy
Upcoming Parks & Recreation Meetings and Events
Remote Meeting Participation Policy for Boards and Commissions
Notable Quotes (5)
Broader framing of purpose: Updated from a narrow focus to a vision of enhancing quality of life and community wellbeing.
Clarified advisory/advocacy role: The commission is described as an advocate for parks and recreation, not an implementer of programs.
Removed staff functions: References to developing or recommending specific recreation programs were removed, as this is a staff responsibility.
That allows members of City boards and commissions to attend meetings using interactive technology (audio and video) in accordance with changes to Minnesota's Open Meeting Law.
The City is currently completing technology upgrades needed to support this new policy. Boards and Commissions will be able to begin using remote participation starting January 1, 2026.
Ordinances & Resolutions (14)
Previous meeting minutes scheduled for approval at the October 14, 2025 meeting.
Minutes from a prior meeting, approved at the September 9, 2025 meeting.
Specific initiative and agenda item for the October 14, 2025 meeting concerning updates to the city's code governing the Parks and Recreation Commission.
A foundational document currently under review to inform a 2026 update for the Parks and Recreation system.
The annual work plan outlining the key initiatives and priorities for the commission, including ongoing reviews and updates.
A city-wide plan whose priorities are being researched for integration into the Edina Park system.
The broader section of the City Code undergoing updates to ensure consistency and clarity across all boards, committees, and commissions.
Supporting memorandum providing rationale for the proposed changes to the City Code related to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
A supporting document presenting the proposed revised text of the City Code for the Parks and Recreation Commission.
A supporting document providing the previous text of the City Code for comparison with the proposed revisions.
Supporting documentation detailing key successes and statistics from the 2025 Edina Aquatic Center season.
Supporting documentation listing the scheduled meetings and events for the Parks & Recreation Commission in 2025 and projected dates for 2026.
A newly approved city policy allowing virtual attendance for members of City boards and commissions.
State legislation that the new Remote Meeting Participation Policy for City boards and commissions adheres to.