Local Communities
BLOOMINGTON – A Great Place to Come to Stay. It is a dynamic urban center with major industries as well as “The Mall of America”, one of several entertaining destinations. There are acres of parks and open space for residents to enjoy. www.ci.bloomington.mn.us
EDEN PRAIRIE -This suburban community which continues to grow is in a setting of rolling wooded hills and picturesque lakes and creeks. It is a young and vibrant city with an optimistic eye on the future. It’s a great place to live and raise a family. www.ci.eden-prairie.org
EDINA – Edina is a full service metropolitan community that values its history. Residential areas comprise the largest portion of the city. Residents enjoy parks, lakes, neighborhood and regional shopping districts and Edinborough with an indoor park. www.ci.edina.mn.us
GOLDEN VALLEY – Golden Valley is a fully developed first-ring suburb and continues to be considered one of the most livable communities. Residents enjoy the rolling, wooded landscape and its numerous employment and recreational opportunities. . www.ci.golden-valley.mn.us
HOPKINS – The dynamic community is rich in tradition and growth and yet the security of a small town. The community has remained a place where people are treated with respect, participating in building culture, character and common bonds. www.hopkinsmn.com
MAPLE GROVE – Maple Grove is one of the state’s fastest growing and dynamic cities. Portions of the city still have a unique rural flavor while residential and industrial growth continues. The City has an exceptional parks and programs. www.ci.maple-grove.mn.us
MINNEAPOLIS – Minneapolis is a land of 10,000 things to do. Enjoy the bike trails and lakes within the city limits. It is known for its regional commercial trade, technology, highly rated medical centers, cultural arts, state of the arts convention facilities, a culinary surprise around every corner, various flavors of nightlife, and professional sports. www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us
MINNETONKA - Minnetonka is a fully developed suburban community and proud of its reputation as a city that preserves its natural resources. Residents enjoy parks, trails as well as natural scenery that include mature trees, wetlands and prairies. www.ci.minnetonka.mn.us
NEW HOPE – The City is a quiet, residential community providing a variety of housing opportunities for people of all ages with acres of park land. The City is fully-developed and supported by a strong residential base. www.ci.new-hope.mn.us
PLYMOUTH - Plymouth has built a reputation as a quality community in which to live and work with a diverse economic base. It has lakes, rolling terrain and continues to preserve its natural open-spaces, nurture the arts and protect the environment. www.ci.plymouth.mn.us
ROBBINSDALE – It offers a vibrant, suburban community setting with a small town tradition of its typical main street businesses and family-friendly atmosphere. Affordable, quality single family homes are the predominate land use. www.ci.robbinsdale.mn.us
ST. LOUIS PARK – Largest portion of the community is comprised of residential areas. As a first ring suburb, it has a sound economic base. It has a long-standing tradition of friendliness, community involvement and commitment to excellence. www.stlouispark.org
ST PAUL – St. Paul is the capitol of Minnesota. It is a leader and innovator in the field of environmental preservation and sustainable development. It is a mecca of art and culture: featuring theaters, interactive museums, galleries, a classic zoo, a popular science museum, sports center and architectural masterpieces. www.ci.stpaul.mn.us
