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a family watching the parade of lights in wayzata

Light Up the Lake Celebration in November

Join us on Lake Street on November 25th from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. for holiday refreshments, horse drawn wagon rides, reindeer, holiday music, a tree lighting ceremony and the spectacular parade of lights with local fire departments. It will be another magical holiday evening in Wayzata, we can't wait to see you there!

This year, the annual Candy Cane Hunt the day of will be for children up to 5 years old only. Children ages 6-12 are encouraged to participate in the brand new Candy Cane Medallion Hunt around town the week of the event!

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General Election is November 8

November 5 | Open Saturday for absentee voting
Hours are 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

November 7 | In-person absentee voting for the State General closes at 5:00 p.m.

November 8 | State General Election Day
The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Election questions?
Please contact the City Clerk at 952 404 5303.

Applications Due Next Week

The Wayzata City Council annually appoints individuals to volunteer service positions on advisory commission, authority and boards through an open appointments process. Each commission, authority or board deals with a variety of issues and topics of concern to the city!

If you are interested in exploring the different topics covered by each board or commission, click here.

Applications are due November 10.

Other Happenings

metro transit wayzata bus stop on a sunny day

Changes to Metro Transit Services in Wayzata

To protect the reliability of services amid a continued operator shortage, Metro Transit will be making service reductions around the region.

Effective December 3 in Wayzata:

Service on 645 operating between Wayzata and Mound will be suspended.
Weekday service will be peak period only.
Saturday and Sunday service on Route 645 between Wayzata and Minneapolis will be reduced from hourly service to service every two hours.
As a potential alternative service, current weekday, off-peak 645 riders in Wayzata are directed to use Transit Link, a dial-a-ride service.

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New Mayor Minutes Video Podcast Episode

An "over the fence" conversation with former Mayor Ken Willcox years ago led Wayzata resident, Jeff Buchanan, to apply to be a City volunteer. Jeff then served two years on the Planning Commission and ultimately ran for a seat on the Wayzata City Council. Tune in to hear Council Member Jeff Buchanan reflect on his years of service and discuss initiatives he is most passionate about including environmental focuses.

Click to watch | Click to listen

Enter the “Mayor for a Day” Essay Contest

What would our cities look like if kids were in charge? The League of Minnesota Cities is holding its annual essay contest to find out!

Open to students who are in 4th - 6th grades this school year
Entries can be emailed, submitted online, or postmarked by Dec. 12.
Three winners will be chosen to receive $100 prizes and will have their essays published in the League’s Minnesota Cities magazine.
Winners will be notified in early January.

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The History of the Wayzata Muni Program

On Thursday November 17 at 7:30 p.m., the Wayzata Historical Society will host a program about the history of the Muni in the Community Room at City Hall.

There is no registration required for this event and all are welcome to attend. The program will explore the fascinating story of how the Muni originally came to be.

Community Development

Proposals Under Review

201 Lake Street

Applicant Lowell Zitzloff and family, on behalf of building owner Westway LLC, are proposing a Planned Unit Development Concept Plan to build a three-story, mixed-use building at 201 Lake Street East. The site is currently home to an office building that primarily houses Coldwell Banker Burnet. The application requests also include a height variance and a conditional use permit.

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Concept Plan at their October 17 meeting and the City Council will consider it at their December 6 meeting.

For information on all development projects, please visit the development project webpage. >>

Permits

Demolition permit issued for 578 Harrington Rd

Public Works

Where to Take Yard Waste & Compost

When you are done cleaning up your yard, the City of Wayzata’s compost site is available for soft-bodied yard waste, such as grass and leaves.

Compost Site Information:

Located at 299 Wayzata Boulevard West
Hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday -Friday, except for holidays
The compost site is open weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) the first two weekends in November (this weekend and next) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Fall Leaf Pickup is November 14

Skip the trip to our compost site, let us pick them up for you! The City of Wayzata Fall Leaf pick-up is Monday, November 14.

Leaves must be in compostable bags and placed curbside by 7:00 a.m.
The bags must state that they meet ASTM D6400 standards for compositing and they are “compostable.”
Bags marked “biodegradable” or “degradable” will not work.

Call Randy’s/Republic Services at 763 972 3335 for details and questions.