A Message from Mayor Mullin

In my first month on the job, I've had the pleasure of meeting and reconnecting with many members of our community. In our first two meetings of the year, your Council has been actively addressing various important issues, such as responding to the legalization of marijuana in our state. We've appointed nearly 50 residents to our boards and commissions, set legislative priorities at the capital, provided guidance on the scope, timing, and budget for the proposed rehabilitation of Klapprich Park, and made minor adjustments to the City's design standards for homes and commercial properties.

I value your feedback and encourage you to join me at my first Monthly Meetup with the Mayor at the Muni on Monday, February 10 at the Wayzata Bar and Grill (see below for details), and my inaugural State of the City Address on Tuesday, February 25 at Wayzata City Hall. (see below for details). Let's continue working together to make our community even better.

Klapprich Rink Temporarily Closed

Due to this week's warm temperatures, the rink at Klapprich Park will be closed until further notice. When temperatures drop again, the Public Works team will work diligently to reopen the rink. For now, please stay off the ice. Thank you for your patience!

Ice Safety Tips from the Wayzata PD

Ice is never 100% safe!  In general, if the ice is... 

• Less than 4 inches - Stay off! 
• 4 inches -  Supports ice fishing and walking 
• 5 inches - Supports small groups ice skating 
• 6-8 inches - Supports snowmobile ATV 
• 9-12 inches - Supports cars 
• 13-17 inches - Supports medium-sized trucks 
• 20+ inches - Heavy-duty truck with shelter

Learn more: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html

Building Permit Under Review 

641 Lake St E

Applicant and property owner Marquee Place, LLC has applied to replace 641 Lake St E with a new two-story commercial structure. The white portion of the building, built in 1952, previously had Caribou Coffee and Jewelweed as tenants. The project underwent limited Design Standards Review due to its small size and is currently under typical building permit review. Since the proposed project follows all regulations of the Zoning Code, including the C-4B District height limit of 30 feet, the project does not require a public hearing at Planning Commission or review by the City Council.  Work on the site is projected to start in the spring.

Please contact City Planner Valerie Quarles at vquarles@wayzata.org or 952-404-5323 with any questions or visit the project page on the website to view the plans under review.

Mayor Monthly Meetup at the Muni

Mayor, Andrew Mullin, will be hosting casual monthly meetups at Wayzata Bar & Grill. The goal of the gatherings will be to informally connect, exchange ideas, and more. The first meetup will be on February 10, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Last Chance to Apply for the Boat Slip Lottery - Applications Due February 4

Last chance to apply for the 100 boat slip marina located at Barry Avenue and Grove Lane. Applications are limited to one per residence. The deadline for renewal and new permit applications is next week, the first Tuesday in February. The 2025 lottery will take place on the first Tuesday in March.

Learn More & Apply: wayzata.org/boatslips

Wayzata Chilly Open on February 7 & 8

Each year, over 2,000 golfers come with their golf clubs and hockey sticks to putt with tennis balls around Wayzata Bay as a part of the Wayzata Chilly Open. There is a ticketed golf tournament, and several other "chilly" activities like Friday night Pre Par-Tee, the Chili Cook-off, Snowga, Snowkiting, and more! 

Click here to learn more

Ferndale Bluffs Subdivision 

Owner Draycott DST has applied to subdivide the 11.87-acre parcel at 565 Ferndale Rd W into three single-family parcels. The subdivision proposal includes a public street and cul-de-sac. The proposal was previously publicly reviewed in 2023 for an Environmental Assessment Worksheet and in 2024 for a 4-lot subdivision proposal. The Planning Commission will consider the application at the February 24 meeting. 

State of the City Address

A State of the City Address will take place at Wayzata City Hall on February 25 at 5:00 p.m. in the Community Room.

Join us prior to the program from 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. for a casual meet and greet with Wayzata’s new Mayor, Andrew Mullin! A Q & A will take place after the program with City Manager, Jeff Dahl.

The program will be recorded and available online and on WCTV following the event.

$5 Off Passport Photos

Did you know the Wayzata Motor Vehicle Department offers passport application processing and passport photos? Now through April 1, the Wayzata DMV is offering $5 off of all passport photos! Come in an get your passport updated before spring break. Normal processing times are 6 - 8 weeks or 2-3 weeks for expedite service. 

Must show this email for $5 off.

R-3A Redevelopment Study 

City Council has directed staff to study the character of newly redeveloped homes in the R-3A district. The Council approved the first reading of the ordinance at their January 28 meeting. Materials are available for public review in the Agenda Center and on the project webpage. 

Design Standards Update 

After three years of administering the current set of architectural Design Standards for new development, City staff is bringing forward minor adjustments to the ordinance based on best practices and recent updates to the state building code. The City Council approved the first reading of the ordinance at their January 28 meeting. Materials will be available for public review the Friday before the meeting in the Agenda Center.