Wayzata Weekly

City Calendar For Next Week

City Council Meeting | Tuesday March 21 | 7:00 p.m.

Bell Courts Reconstruction Open House | Thursday March 23 | 5:00 p.m.

The Planning Commission Meeting on March 20 is canceled.

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Upcoming Community Meetings

Bell Courts Reconstruction Meeting

Join us on Thursday, March 23 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed reconstruction of the Bell Tennis Courts. Based on the Parks and Trails Master Plan and community input the proposed reconstruction project would include dedicated pickleball courts alongside two doubles tennis courts. At the Open House, the proposed option will be reviewed and discussed. There will also be light refreshments and snacks available.

Questions? Contact nkieser@wayzata.org.

Featured News

New Mayor Minutes Podcast Episode

The latest episode of the Mayor Minutes Podcast is now LIVE! This episode features City Manager Jeffrey Dahl. Tune in to hear discussions on City initiatives and successes in 2022, and what is to come in 2023.

Watch the full episode:

https://youtu.be/zpTksrLo0GI

Whiskey Tastings at Wayzata Wine & Spirits

2 Gingers Irish Whiskey | March 17 | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Red Rocks Irish Whiskey | March 18 | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Kentucky Coffee Whiskey | March 25 | 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

View the full tastings calendar:

https://www.wayzatawineandspirits.com/tastings

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Mayor Mouton to Participate in the State of the Cities Leadership Panel on March 23

Plymouth Mayor Jeff Wosje, Minnetonka Mayor Brad Wiersum, and Long Lake Mayor Charlie Miner will join Mayor Mouton in Wayzata to speak on the opportunities and challenges facing west metro communities. Other topics will include City budgets and taxes, new development and redevelopment proposals, public safety efforts, and updates on park and recreation opportunities.

Join Mayor Mouton and other local mayors for an exclusive look into what makes the west metro a strong and vibrant part of our region!

Click here to register

How Does Hennepin County Assess Your Property?

This month, Wayzata property owners will receive a Hennepin County 2023 Notice of Valuation and Classification indicating property values that will be used as a basis for taxes due in 2024.

Click here or above to watch a short video

To learn more, visit wayzata.org/assessing.

Watch for EAB in Your Ash Trees

EAB (Emerald Ash Borer) was first confirmed in Wayzata two years ago and has since spread throughout the community. The City’s Parks Department has continued a multi-faceted response to this aggressive pest.

Ash trees which have lost half or more of their bark should be removed as soon as possible as they become very brittle and hazardous soon after succumbing to EAB. If you have any questions regarding the viability of your ash trees, contact the City for a free assessment at parksdepartment@wayzata.org.

For a discounted rate on treatment, contact Rainbow Tree Care at 952 922 3810.

Learn more about EAB at wayzata.org/EAB.

New Waste Carts Will Be Delivered to Every Household April 13 - 15

When new carts are delivered on April 13, 14, and 15, please bring all new carts in from the curb over the weekend and continue filling up your old carts.

All customers need to place all old (empty or full) carts at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on Monday, April 17, and leave them there until they have been serviced/emptied and removed.

Watch for more information in your upcoming utility bill.

Questions? Wayzata2023CartSwap@RepublicServices.com

Sign Up for Summer Recreation Activities

The City of Wayzata is partnering with Wayzata Community Education to provide recreation and enrichment programs for youth and adults in Wayzata parks. Summer programs include ultimate frisbee recreation camp, stand up paddleboarding, nordic walking, log rolling, preschool athletic programs, and more.

Click here to sign up

Seasonal Road Restrictions Begin

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has given notice that the start date of seasonal road restrictions for the metro area will be on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 12:01 a.m.

Click here to learn more and view map

Public Works Updates

Special Event Permits

DATE OF EVENT NAME OF EVENT (Location)

March 17-18 McCormick’s St. Patrick’s Day Events

April 9 (Sun) Wayzata Community Church Sunrise Service (Wayzata Beach)

August 5 (Sat) Tour de Tonka

Community Development

NEW – Zoning Text Amendments

The City has submitted an application to modify Chapters 902, 916, 917, 919, and 920 of the zoning code in order to bring them into compliance with the Comprehensive Plan, correct inconsistencies, and incorporate best practices. The Planning Commission will consider these changes at their April 3 meeting.

For more information, visit the Zoning Study webpage.

Panoway Conditional Use Permits

Phase 2A of the Panoway project includes the construction of a boardwalk and new docks on Lake Minnetonka. With that, two conditional use permits are required: one to allow public recreation on the lake and another to build in the lake’s floodway. The Planning Commission recommended approval at their March 6 meeting.

Cantissimo Senior Living – Final Stage of Approvals

Pillar Homes, on behalf of owner Care Cliff LLC, has applied for a Planned Unit Development General Plan at 15419/15429 Wayzata Blvd and 1405 Holdridge Terrace. Cantissimo Senior Living is a proposed memory care facility with up to 40 residents. The project also includes requests for a variance, rezoning, and design deviations. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the application at their January 23 meeting. The City Council approved the application at their March 7 meeting.

1030 Lake St E – Subdivision

Applicant Black Dog Homes has applied for a subdivision at 1030 Lake St E. The parcel currently has one home on it and would be divided into three separate properties for three future homes. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the application at their January 23 meeting. At their meeting on March 7th, the City Council voted to approve the subdivision at their next meeting.

Preliminary Environmental Review – 565 Ferndale Road W Subdivision

Applicant Whitten Associates has submitted a development application to subdivide the 11.87-acre property into four lots. This application has not been deemed complete and is not yet on the schedule for Planning Commission and City Council review. Though the initial comment period for the environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) is now over, there will be future opportunities to review and comment on the full proposal before it is deemed complete. The City Council will review the EAW at their April 18 meeting. Please refer to the project webpage for a full project timeline.

Wayzata Country Club Parking Lot

The Wayzata Country Club has submitted a proposal to improve their parking lot, which requires an impervious surface variance. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the application at their February 6 meeting.

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