The Edina Community Council The Edina Community Council is the agent that oversees the operation of The Edina Resource Center. The council's mission is to be a catalyst for Edina community efforts that strengthen individuals and families. Want to become involved or learn more about the Edina Community Council? Call the Edina Resource Center Coordinator at 952.848.3938 to learn how you can participate. Edina Community Council Responsibilities Steering committee for Edina Family Services Collaborative Allocate spending of Edina’s Local Collaborative Time Study dollars Assess human service strengths and needs in Edina Select and prioritize community goals to strengthen families Promote community building efforts Guide the operations of the Edina Resource Center and assure its long term financial stability Edina Community Council Membership Council membership is comprised of: seven School Board appointees seven City Council appointees four Edina Community Council appointees Membership must include representatives from: Hennepin County a community action group such as Head Start a community action group for Suburban Hennepin and/or Bloomington Public Health Community Council Facts The council meets nine times from August through May; additional meetings by sub-committees are also conducted Council term is three years Council members must live or work, or have substantial interest in the Edina community