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You May Notice Trees Coming Down Near You

Some of the City's Ash Trees are Infested with EAB

In order to preserve Wayzata's natural landscape, infested City trees are being removed due to EAB infestation. Infested trees will be marked with an orange x in the coming weeks.

Emerald Ash Borer has quickly spread across Wayzata. EAB is an insect that attacks and kills ash trees. The adults are small, iridescent green beetles that live outside of trees during the summer months and the larvae live underneath the bark of ash trees. Trees are killed by the tunneling of the larvae under the tree's bark.

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Water Main Flushing will Begin April 17

You may notice discolored water during the process

The Wayzata Utility Department will be flushing water mains and fire hydrants from April 17 through April 28. This will remove any particulate matter that may have built up in the water mains over the year and ensure that all fire hydrants are operating properly. If you notice
discolored water, run the cold-water faucets until water runs clear. Residents are advised to be observant while washing clothes until after the flushing period. In the event of inclement weather, the schedule may change.

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Other Recent News & Updates

WPD K9 Loki to Receive Donation of Body Armor

Wayzata Police Department’s K9 Loki will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

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Apply Now for Part -Time Roles with the City

The City of Wayzata is accepting employment applications for Seasonal Public Service Workers, Dock Masters and an Absentee Voting Election Worker.

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We Want Your Feedback - Take This Solar Panel Survey

The City of Wayzata has created a survey to gather feedback to help guide potential changes on the requirements and regulations of solar installations in the Zoning Code.

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Upcoming Events

Earth Day Family Program

Join us for this family-friendly event on Saturday April 23rd in Klapprich Park from 1-3 p.m! A bare-root tree planting demonstration with the City's Consultant Arborist, Manuel Jordan, will begin at 1:15 p.m.

150 seedling trees will be given away! Sign up to receive a Red Oak, Swamp White Oak or Bur Oak bare-root seedling.

Hosted by the Wayzata Parks & Trails Board

Sign up at wayzata.org/treegiveaway.

splattered blue pant that says spring splash

Spring Splash Coming Up in May

Stop by Panoway on May 14th from 11 - 1 p.m. to learn about upcoming summer programming and enjoy interactive activities, food and refreshments with a beautiful view of Wayzata Bay.

Hosted by the Wayzata Conservancy

Community Development Update

Section Foreman House Restoration

Stakeholders for the Section Foreman House restoration and reuse, including the City and resident Design Committee, are currently working with architecture firm Cushing Terrell to envision the future of the house as a lakefront learning center. Schematic design is complete. Public hearings for the Site Alteration Permit will take place at a Heritage Preservation Board meeting in April and at the Planning Commission meeting on April 18.

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City Zoning Code Updates

Parks Rezoning Public Hearing
Currently, all of the City’s park properties and city-owned open space are zoned for residential use, commercial use, or Planned Unit Development. To protect and preserve these properties from any future development, the City is proposing to rezone all of the properties to Parks and Open Space. The public hearing is scheduled for April 18.

For information on all proposed zoning changes, visit the project webpage.

Wayzata Boulevard Corridor Study - Request for Proposals

An RFP has been released for a Corridor Study that will shape the future of Wayzata Boulevard. City staff, along with members of the City Council, Planning Commission, and HRA, are considering submissions at this time.

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Proposals Under Review

445 Bovey Road

A development application has been submitted by the applicant 688 Bryant LLC for a variance to construct a driveway.

The Planning Commission approved the variance at their February 28 meeting, and the City Council vote was tied on March 22 (2-2). The application has been tabled until the Council’s April 19 meeting.

1022 Wayzata Blvd E

A development application has been submitted for a Caribou Cabin/Urban Wok to replace the vacant gas station building at 1022 Wayzata Blvd E.

The Planning Commission initially denied the plan on March 21. City Council consideration is scheduled for April 19.

200 lake street proposed development image

Wayzata Beach Club (200 Lake Street)
A development application has been submitted by the applicant Lake West Development for a project at 200 Lake Street, the former TCF Bank corporate headquarters.

The initial public hearing for the proposal took place at the February 7 meeting, with the Planning Commission recommending denial of the proposal. The City Council hearing has been re-scheduled for April 19.

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Other

Shoreland Ordinance Updates

Updates to the Shoreland Ordinance were approved by the Planning Commission and City Council and will be on the City Council’s consent agenda on April 19.

Permits Issued

A demolition permit was issued this week for a single-family home at 611 Bushaway Road.

Public Works Update

Seasonal Road Restrictions Began March 16

The City of Wayzata enacted spring road restrictions on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 12:01 A.M. Spring road restrictions will remain in effect until the Minnesota Department of Transportation announces that they have expired.

For up to date information regarding road restrictions in Wayzata, call 952-404-5363, or visit MnDOT Seasonal Load Limit website.

Special Event Permits

Staff has processed or is processing the following Special Event permits.

DATE OF EVENT NAME OF EVENT

Sun, April 17 Wayzata Community Church Easter Sunrise Service

Sat, May 14 Spring Splash (Panoway)

Thurs, June 1 - Oct 1                    Wayzata Farmer’s Market (Promenade)

Wed, June 22 – July 27                 Music By the Lake (Wayzata Depot)

Sat, Aug 8                                      Tour de Tonka