Wayzata Weekly

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General Election Day                          November 3                   7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

A Reminder to Stay Safe This Halloween

With cases of COVID-19 on the rise in Minnesota, it is important to note that door-to-door trick-or-treating and other Halloween activities pose an increased and high risk of spreading and/or contracting both COVID-19 and the Flu.  However, there are still plenty of ways to have fun despite the unique circumstances. Check out the image below to get ideas for lower risk activities to keep your family safe this Halloween. 

Click Here for Halloween Tips from the CDC (Centers For Disease Control & Prevention)

Phase One of Panoway on Wayzata Bay is Complete!

From making our city’s iconic Lake Street more pedestrian-friendly to creating greater public access to downtown’s Lake Minnetonka shoreline, the completion of this phase is an important first step in enhancing and preserving the lakefront experience for generations to come. To celebrate, the Wayzata Conservancy brought together residents, community and business leaders, and donors for a virtual ribbon cutting. Click Below.

Important Absentee Ballot Due Date Change

A federal appeals court ruled on Thursday evening that ballots received after 8 p.m. on Election Day must be set aside and could face legal challenges that would result in them not being counted. 

You should no longer place your absentee ballot in the mail. Instead, you will have several options to ensure your vote is counted in the November general election:

Drop your ballot off at city hall prior to 3 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, or it may not be counted.
 
Vote Early In Person at City Hall
You can also cast your vote in person with an absentee ballot at City Hall up until November 2, 2020. Hours to vote at City Hall have been extended to 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday October 31 and 5:00 p.m. Monday November 2 or join us on Election Day, November 3 from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

FAQ:

What if my ballot is already in the mail?
If you already put your ballot in the mail, you can track it at http://www.mnvotes.org/track. If your ballot has not yet been received you can vote in-person either by absentee, or at City Hall on Election Day. 
 
I still have my ballot at home, how long do I have to drop it off?
You can deliver your ballot to City Hall by hand (or have someone you trust hand-deliver it for you). Note that if you're dropping off a ballot, it must be received by 3 p.m. on Election Day or it will not be counted.

New Project for 200 Lake Street East (TCF Building) 

A development application has been submitted for 200 Lake Street East (former TCF headquarters). The previous application was withdrawn and this serves as its replacement. The proposed project would convert the existing building from office to 10 condominiums. Two new structures would replace the east and west parking lots. The proposed eastern building would include 10 condominiums and the proposed western building would include 18 townhomes. The redevelopment project would also include enclosed parking for the residential buildings and two small parks on each end of the property.

Click Here to View Plans 

144 Edgewood Avenue South Submits for Front Yard Accessory

A development application has been submitted for a front yard accessory structure setback variance at 144 Edgewood Avenue South. A 440-square foot, 8- foot tall, ground-mounted solar array structure is proposed to be placed 16 feet from the front property line. The required front yard accessory structure setback is 50 feet for this property (§952.06.B.2.A). Additional solar panels are proposed on the existing rooftops of the home and garage (which does not require a variance).

Click Here to View Plans 

Energy Action Team Creates Plan to Reduce Energy Consumption

The City’s Energy Action Team completed their third and final workshop on October 22nd. The Center for Energy and Environment and Xcel Energy in coordination with City staff are now writing a draft Energy Action Plan that will be reviewed by the Energy and Environment Committee and the City Council. The draft EAP is scheduled to be reviewed by the City Council in late November or early December. The goal of the EAP is to reduce energy consumption, increase energy efficiency, improve on energy education, and implement renewable energy strategies for every stakeholder in Wayzata.

Permits Issued

• A demolition permit has been issued for 150 Lakeview Ln
• A building permit for a new home has been issued for 150 Lakeview Ln
• A building permit for a new home has been issued for 270 Peavey Rd

Where to Bring Your Fallen Leaves

It's that time of year again! Drop your collected fallen leaves at the Wayzata compost site, now open weekends, through November 8, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m (except holidays). Residents are required to unbag all materials and are asked to take empty bags home for reuse or disposal. As a reminder: Only soft-bodied yard waste (such as grass and leaves) is permitted. No brush, stumps, branches, plastic bags, paper bags, etc. will be allowed. 

The Compost Site is Located at 299 Wayzata Blvd W

Utility Installation is Complete

In July, Universal Services began installing utility lines for Comcast in Wayzata. Currently, they are working along Wayzata Blvd, Gleason Lake Road, and the T.H. 12 North Frontage Road. The utility installation work is complete, however the contractor is still wrapping up restoration of sidewalks and street pavement. They expect to be completely finished in mid-November.