Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Edina public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in environment with medium priority
Dead tree removal and buckthorn
Council Member Jackson described a resident's close call after a rotted city tree fell on a wire near 5112 W. 70th Street, sparking a fireball. She pushed for better management of dead and dying trees on city property to reduce safety risk.
Bag Fee Policy Report
Eighteen months of data suggest the five-cent bag fee is nudging bag use down at groceries and retail, but the data is self-reported and spotty. The mayor questioned whether the program is worth keeping; the council will revisit it.
2026-2027 Commission Work Plan
The city's advisory commissions are starting their two-year planning cycle. What they prioritize — health, arts, parks — shapes where staff time and money go in 2027 and 2028.