Wayzata Weekly
City Calendar
City Hall Closed - Holiday Observed Monday July 5th All Day
City Council Meeting Tuesday July 6th Canceled
Planning Commission Meeting Wednesday July 7th 6:30 p.m.
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4th of July Pancake BreakfastThe 4th of July Flying Pancake Breakfast returns this weekend! Hosted by Lake Minnetonka Chapter of The Children of the American Revolution, this annual tradition will take place at the historic Wayzata Depot in Wayzata (402 Lake St. E) from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Sunday July 4th. This community favorite celebration will show support for our veterans and military families.
Guests will "catch 'em if they can" pancakes tossed from the grill. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, coffee, and a cold drink. At 10 a.m., a short ceremony and flag raising including rifle salute will be conducted.
The annual Kiddie Parade and the Mini Olympics will be canceled this year. We are hopeful they will return next year in 2022!
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Apply for the Two Open Seats on the Planning CommissionThere are two open seats on the Planning Commission! The Planning Commission is an advisory board that reviews and studies land use and development applications, and makes recommendations to the City Council. The Planning Commission also holds public hearings on all developments including applications for zoning amendments, variances, conditional use permits and subdivisions.
The application deadline is Wednesday July 14th. Interviews will take place on July 20th in person.
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Read the July Portal NewsletterRead the July Portal to learn more about Night to Unite, in person public meetings, outdoor cooking safety tips, the picture Wayzata Photo Contest and more!
Click Here to Read Now |
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Muni Closing Early on the 4thDue to the holiday, Wayzata Bar & Grill will close early at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday July 4th.
Have a fun and safe holiday weekend! |
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State of the City & Night to Unite Luncheons Will Be Combined Wayzata’s Night to Unite kicks off at 11:30 a.m. on August 3rd with the annual Night to Unite Luncheon at the Wayzata Country Club. This year, the State of the City will also be included in the program, replacing its own separate luncheon. Wayzata Interim Police Chief, Marc Schultz, will provide an inside look at the department and highlight the strange, challenging and unique last two years. In addition, Mayor Mouton will speak on the ever evolving State of the City and introduce Wayzata’s new City Council. The Jim Fish Award will be presented by the Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition.
All are welcome to attend!
Click Here to Register |
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Community Open House to
Discuss Tree Preservation Join us on July 12th at 5:00 p.m. in Shaver Park to discuss and review the current Tree Preservation Ordinance (§936 and §710). This will be the first of several community meetings to receive input on any potential changes to the Tree Preservation Ordinance to be recommended to the City Council. The goal is to determine if any changes are necessary to the Ordinance to protect, preserve, and enhance the natural environment of the community. |
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We're Hiring an Assistant Planner
& a Permit TechnicianThe Assistant Planner will participate in a broad range of planning and zoning efforts, including development and redevelopment activities, interpretation of Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances, research and background studies, long-range planning, and Zoning Code enforcement. Application Deadline is July 15th at 4:30 p.m.The Permit Technician will be responsible for technical and administrative support to the Building Inspection Division of the Community Development Department. This role will manage the flow of building permits for residential and commercial construction projects from intake to issuance, including records retention Application Deadline is July 16th at 4:30 p.m.Click here to apply |
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Music by the Lake has ReturnedMusic by the Lake is back! Listen to live music by Wayzata Bay at Depot Park every Wednesday through July 28th. Next week, bring a chair and listen to Starlett's Web, a tribute band to iconic female artists of pop, from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m!
These concerts are hosted by the Wayzata Rotary.
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Listen to the Latest Podcast EpisodeEpisode Five: Panoway - A Look Back on Phase IIn this episode, hear from special guest Jessie Houlihan, President of Stahl Construction, to discuss, celebrate and reflect on Phase I of the Panoway on Wayzata Bay project. Panoway on Wayzata Bay is an initiative to restore, protect and enhance a treasured asset for our community and broader region: Wayzata’s downtown lakefront. The multi-phase project will transform the public shoreline on Lake Minnetonka, enhancing the lakefront experience and preserving it for years to come.
Click Here to Listen |
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Submit Your Questions for the MayorStarting next month, there will be a new addition to the Mayor Minutes podcast called “Ask the Mayor”. This will be dedicated time, at the end of each episode, where the Mayor will answer questions the community has submitted the month prior. The Mayor will respond to each question either on air or directly.
Email your questions to city@wayzata.org
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Thank You for Participating in the Community Garden SurveyThank you for your feedback on Community Gardens in our latest survey. The collective information will be passed to the Wayzata Parks & Trails Board for review and the data will be used to further consider the option of Community Gardens in Wayzata. |
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Watch the June Mayor MinutesTune in to the June Mayor Minutes to hear from Mayor Mouton and Wayzata Chamber President, Becky Pierson, to learn more about the upcoming Wayzata Art Experience and more!
Other topics include Night to Unite, the State of the City, the Wayzata Farmers' Market and more.
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Save Money on Your Energy BillsYour home is likely brimming with opportunities to help you save money on your energy bills. If you don’t want to spend time installing new energy-efficient equipment yourself, sign up for a Home Energy Squad visit! Whether it’s swapping out old light bulbs for new energy-efficient LEDs, upgrading your showerhead, installing a programmable thermostat, or weather stripping your doors and checking for air leaks, the Home Energy Squad will do it all during their visit. Click here to learn more
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Deadline to Host a Night to Unite Block Party is Coming Up!Neighborhoods across Wayzata have been gathering to celebrate Night to Unite for more than 40 years!
On August 3rd, there will be a kickoff luncheon (more details to come). Later that evening, Wayzata Police, Fire, City staff, elected officials, and McGruff, will visit neighborhood parties throughout Wayzata and Long Lake. Along with the police cars and fire trucks, there will be trinkets for kids and a crime prevention message at each stop. This is a great time to ask questions of elected
officials, police officers, firefighters, and City staff.
Interested in hosting a gathering in your neighborhood?
Register Here: Wayzata.org/nighttounite.
Registrations are due July 16th, 2021. |
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Community Development UpdateDevelopment Application Submitted for 163 Wayzata Blvd WA development application has been submitted from the applicant TMSC of Wayzata, LLC for a renovation of and addition to the existing building at 163 Wayzata Blvd (formerly operated as Meridian Manor) for a senior living and memory care facility. The proposed plans require a Planned Unit Development Amendment and Design Review.
Click here to learn more
Development Application Submitted for 253 Lake Street EastA development application has been submitted from the applicant Berry Inc. for a Conditional Use Permit for parking fee-in-lieu for three parking stalls at 253 Lake Street East. The applicant proposes to include a new fitness room that removes three parking stalls in the existing building that is under construction.
Click here to learn more
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Watering Restrictions are in EffectWith the recent heat, the City of Wayzata is nearing drought conditions. As a reminder, the City has an annual Ordinance restricting water use from May 1 - Sept. 30.
The restrictions are as follows: |
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Public Works UpdatePossible Construction ImpactsHollybrook Road and Central Avenue Water Main Repairs
Repairs are planned on aging water main valves that have begun to leak, near the intersection of Central Avenue and Hollybrook Road. It is anticipated that the repair work will be during the week of July 6. Traffic lane closures on Central Avenue will happen during this time, and will also cause a disruption to water service to some homes in the area. If your home will experience a water service disruption, the City’s Utility Department will notify you 24 hours prior to the disruption in service.
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 June. Click Here to View Map
Circle A Drive & Hollybrook Road Sidewalks
The construction of a sidewalk along Circle A Dive complete. On Hollybrook Road, utility work, curbs, sidewalks and pavement patching are complete. Turf restoration, irrigation repairs, sign installation and street striping work will continue in the coming weeks This project is expected to be completed in late July. Street ResurfacingSelect streets will be resurfaced next month. Streets to be milled and re-paved with bituminous asphalt include: - Barry Avenue South
- Benton Avenue
- Benton Alley
- Indian Mound Street (west of Walker Avenue)
- Minnetonka Avenue South
- Shady Lane
- Shadyway Road
Construction is expected to begin in July, following CenterPoint Energy’s gas main replacement project (see above), and will be completed by the end of September. Disruptions to traffic on any given street will be limited to a 2-3-week period.
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Special Event PermitsStaff 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
- Blue Water Theatre Community Celebration (Walker Ave): July 11th
- Wayzata Community Church Rummage Sale: Canceled
- Wayzata Legion Ribfest: July 25th
- Tour de Tonka: August 7
- Fishing for Life (Depot): August 10
- Plug it In (City Hall): September 9
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