Wayzata Weekly

City Calendar

Energy & Environment Committee Meeting Tuesday May 25^th 5:00 p.m.

New Relief Resources for Small Businesses

There are various new programs and funding opportunities available.

Revitalization Grant Fund

The SBA formally announced the opening of applications for the Restaurant Revitalization Grant Fund as part of the American Rescue Plan. This is a great fit for any bar or restaurant.

Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)

The SBA is doing a round 2 of the EIDL and Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

Click here for more information.

Watch the May Mayor Minutes

Watch this month's Mayor Minutes segment to meet Wayzata's Interim Police Chief, Marc Schultz!

Other topics include City alert subscriptions and an exciting announcement for Panoway on Wayzata Bay.

Click here to watch

State Mask Mandate Lifted

Governor Walz lifted the statewide mask mandate following the CDC announcement that vaccinated individuals no longer need to wear a mask. The state continues to recommend unvaccinated Minnesotans mask up to protect themselves and their neighbors. The City will be following the CDC and State’s guidelines in order to keep our staff and public safe.

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Click Here for Vaccination Resources

New 1792 Barrel Pick

This new barrel was selected as a favorite of 6 samples.
Come check out this truly a one-of-a-kind whiskey only available at Wayzata Wine & Spirits. At 49.3% (98.6 proof) this pick is versatile and is a sipping bourbon on the rocks, but can also be used for cocktails.

Once it's gone- it's gone!

Visit Wayzata Wine & Spirits at 747 Mill Street.

Dry Sampling at Wine & Spirits

Stop by Wayzata Wine & Spirits Wednesday May 26th to meet Dick Leinenkugel as he hands out cans to customers in the store. The Leinenkugel family brewery was founded in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin by Jacob Leinenkugel. Today, sixth generation family members are involved in the company, helping to bring the same family-inspired recipes that Jacob poured his heart and soul into to consumers across the country.

Visit Wayzata Wine & Spirits at 747 Mill Street.

The Muni is Hiring!

The Muni is hiring line cooks, dishwashers, hosts and servers. If you want to learn the restaurant industry from the ground up, this is a great place to start. Whether you are looking for year round employment or just a summer job, this could be the right opportunity for you!

View open roles here.

Are you getting your steps in?

There are two weeks remaining in the Step to it Challenge! When is the last time you logged your steps?
Login to your Step to It account to track your movement this week to contribute to the 4.7 Million steps already recorded in Wayzata this month! Wayzata is in second place for average steps with 140,000 steps on average.

Click Here to Log Your Steps

Sign Up for Summer Activities

Wayzata Community Education has launched a new partnership with the City of Wayzata’s Parks and Trails Board. This partnership allows Wayzata Community Education to provide additional active programs for youth and adults that promote fitness and wellness, as well as some that focus on enrichment, skill mastery and social engagement. Many activities include a multigenerational

component encouraging families to participate together!

Click here to learn more about class offerings & sign up

What will happen with Blake School?

Blake School is hosting a listening session about the potential future use of the site after the school closes.

The session is on Wednesday, June 2nd at 6:00 pm and will be hosted via Zoom.

Click here for more information

Development Application Review for Rice Street Townhomes Scheduled

A development application has been submitted for the development of the Rice Street Townhomes at 520, 524, 530, and 534 Rice Street East. The current application replaces a previous application submittal that was withdrawn. The proposed project would construct four total townhome units in two separate buildings. A Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Development Agreement was approved for these properties in 2006. The applicant proposes to construct the buildings in a similar manner as the approved plans with amendments. The public hearing at the Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 7, at 6:30 pm.

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Development Application Submitted for 900 Shady Lane East

A development application has been submitted for a new single-family residence at 900 Shady Lane East. The proposed project requires a side-yard setback variance, Shoreland setback variance, and a Conditional Use Permit to locate a portion of the structure in the Flood Fringe District. This property received similar approvals for a single-family residence in 2019, but that project was never constructed. The proposed residence includes an updated layout and design. The public hearing at the Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 7, at 6:30 pm.

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Proposed Design Standard Updates Will Be Presented on June 1

At the City Council meeting on June 1, staff will be presenting the proposed updates to Chapter 909 of City Code, which includes the City’s Design Standards.

The public can provide comments prior to the meeting at publiccomment@wayzata.org or during the City Council meeting.

Click here to learn more about the recommended changes.

Sustainability Resources for Residents and Businesses

Visit the City of Wayzata webpage created for energy reduction and energy efficient programs for residents and business owners to utilize! Future sustainability information and programs will also be located on this webpage as the Energy and Environment Committee works on the Energy Action Plan.

Wayzata.org/sustainability.

Permits Issued

New home permit has been issued for 120 Benton Ave N

Public Works Update

We Want Your Feedback

The Wayzata Parks and Trails Board is excited to present the preliminary concept designs for new playground equipment and surfacing at Wayzata Beach!

The new concept would replace the almost 15-year old playground, as it has reached its useful life, and should be replaced for improved safety.

Tell us what you think with this quick online survey

Possible Construction Impacts This Month

Gas Main Pipe Replacements

CenterPoint Energy will be replacing gas main pipes along the streets indicated in the map to the left until the end of May.
Due to the gas main replacements, Barry Avenue has been closed to southbound motorists until the completion of this project this month.

Click Here to View Larger Map

New Sidewalks Near Hollybrook Road and Circle A Drive

Concrete sidewalks will be constructed along the north side of Hollybrook Road, and along the west side of Circle A Drive. This project will also include the installation of storm sewer pipes and structures and the relocation of some fire hydrants along the north side of Hollybrook Road, to make room for the sidewalk. Sidewalk construction has begun on Circle A Drive, and underground utility work has begun on Hollybrook Road.

MnDOT Highway 12 Maintenance near CR 101 and Gleason Lake Road

MnDOT Crews will by laying an aggregate layer to get a little more life out of the road. This will require the road to be reduced to two lanes between Central Ave/County Road 101 and Gleason Lake Road from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly June 1-15. Crews will have to come back at the end of June to put down stripes during off-peak hours.

Special Event Permits

Staff has processed or is processing the following Special Event permits.
(Staff is aware of more events that require a permit but application has not been made)

Josephina Valet Parking: April - October
Wai Nani Surf, Paddle & Pedal: June - September
Wayzata Farmer's Market: June - October
Music By the Lake (Depot): June 23rd – July 28th
Flying Pancake Breakfast (Depot): July 4th
Wayzata Community Church Rummage Sale: Canceled
Tour de Tonka: August 7
Fishing for Life (Depot): August 10
Plug it In (City Hall): September 9