Mayor Jim Huband and Council Members Carolyn Jackson and James Pierce officially began their new four-year terms after winning reelection in 2024. City Clerk Sharon Allison administered their oaths of office at City Hall, with their terms set to expire in January 2029.

During the retreat, the council met with its state legislative delegation to discuss priorities for the 2025 session. The city is seeking state funding for critical infrastructure improvements, including work at the Minnesota Highway 100 and Vernon Avenue interchange and West 50th Street. The council also requested a sales tax exemption for park improvement projects at Braemar Park and Fred Richards Parks. Additionally, the city wants to extend Tax Increment Financing rules in the Greater Southdale District, allowing developers more time to start projects—changing the deadline from 5 to 10 years.

The council is also pushing for state law changes to better protect municipal employees who enforce city codes, such as building officials and utility workers. The proposal would escalate assault charges against these workers, similar to protections already in place for police officers.

The retreat also celebrated recent achievements. Ross Bitner, Edina's Engineering Services Manager, was named Public Works Manager of the Year by the American Public Works Association's Minnesota chapter. His Morningside Flood Infrastructure Project, which uses smart technology at Weber Park's pond to prevent flooding, was recognized as Environmental Project of the Year. The project is expected to save the city approximately $150,000 annually in flood damage.

Finally, the council recognized a sold-out girls hockey game held at Braemar Arena celebrating 30 years of Edina and Minnetonka teams in the Minnesota State High School League. Organized by alumni Laura Horton and Lindsay Sorum, the event also raised awareness about mental health challenges among student athletes through a partnership with Sophie Squad, a Minnesota nonprofit.