The 2024 Eden Prairie City Council Candidate Forum provided a platform for candidates to discuss their backgrounds, visions, and priorities for the city. Key topics included public safety, budget management, transportation, housing affordability, and community diversity. Candidates emphasized the importance of maintaining a balanced budget with a focus on public safety, including funding for additional firefighters and social workers. They also discussed the city's multimodal transportation system, supporting enhancements to bike paths and public transit. Affordable housing was a significant concern, with candidates advocating for more moderately priced options to retain young professionals and families. Mental health resources and nonpartisan governance were also highlighted as critical areas for effective city management. The forum underscored the candidates' commitment to serving Eden Prairie residents through thoughtful policy and community engagement.