City Calendar Planning Commission Meeting | Monday, February 24 | 6:30 p.m. Energy & Environment Committee Meeting | Tuesday, February 25 | 5:00 p.m. State of the City | Tuesday, February 25 | 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Heritage Preservation Board | Thursday, February 27 | 11:30 a.m.
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A Message from Mayor MullinWant to stay informed about the latest developments in Wayzata and the Greater Lake Minnetonka area? I invite you to two upcoming events: State of the City Address at City Hall Join me for my first State of the City Address on Tuesday, February 25th, at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. I'll share insights into the current status of Wayzata and where we are headed. The program will be available online and on WCTV following the event. Wayzata West Metro Chamber Mayors' Forum: Join me and fellow Mayors Brad Wiersum (Minnetonka), Jeff Wosje (Plymouth), and Charlie Miner (Long Lake) for a discussion about the opportunities and challenges facing our communities. This forum will be held on Thursday, March 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Wayzata Country Club. Register Here I hope to see you there! |
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Read the 2024 Annual ReportIn 2024, the City of Wayzata continued its mission to enhance Wayzata’s quality of life while preserving its character as a thriving lakeside village to live, work, shop, and play. Despite our small size, we strive to maintain a superior level of excellence in our operations and the services we provide to our residents. | |
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Buckthorn Removal at the Nature CenterStarting in the next couple of weeks, Great River Greening, in conjunction with the City of Wayzata, will be conducting natural resource management activities in the Wayzata Nature Center property. You may see and hear machinery as this work occurs. This work will be for 2-3 weeks once started. Invasive species management, specifically the removal of the invasive shrub buckthorn, is being completed to maintain the health of the forest that has established over the years on this property. This work is part of a larger ecosystem restoration effort to bring back open woodland dominated by native plant and animal species in the City of Wayzata park system. Mesic hardwood forest systems are some of the rarest plant communities in Minnesota. These plant communities were here historically and restoring native habitat is important for maintaining our natural heritage. Questions? Email nkieser@wayzata.org or call 952-404-5313. |
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NEW – Waycliffe Fence Variance The Waycliffe Townhomes Association has applied to extend an existing 6’ tall, 100% opaque privacy fence across the area where Waycliffe South and Hollybrook Road meet. The fence requires a variance and will be considered by the Planning Commission at their March 10 meeting. 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. |
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Building Permit Under Review 641 Lake St EApplicant and property owner Marquee Place, LLC has applied to replace a portion of 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. |
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Using Too Much Salt on Driveways and Sidewalks Can Harm Lake Minnetonka and Aquatic LifeWhen snow and ice melt on hard surfaces, it runs into storm drains that flow into lakes, ponds, and wetlands. This means, when snow and ice melt off of your house and driveway, the salt will go with it and will ultimately flow into Lake Minnetonka, which pollutes our water supply. In an effort to minimize the amount of salt that is used on City streets, the Public Works Department uses a mix of sand and salt, rather than pure salt. Please be mindful when using salt this winter! Questions? Call Wayzata Public Works at 952-404-5360 or email city@wayzata.org. |
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75 Ash Trees Scheduled for RemovalEmerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been active in Wayzata since 2019 and has since infested ash trees throughout Hennepin County, which the Minnesota MDA now considers “generally infested.” In recent years, the City of Wayzata has removed and replaced hundreds of public ash trees and committed to long-term injection treatments for a hundred others. Still, around 300 untreated ash remain along our City right-of-way. Of these, about 75 are marked with an orange or white ‘X’ and scheduled for removal in the coming weeks and months. You can expect to see Pro Tree Outdoor Services at each site shown on the map. Most replacement plantings will be completed by City staff throughout the 2025 growing season. Click here to learn more |
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New Specials at the MuniHave you tried the new menu specials at the Wayzata Bar & Grill? Stop in and try the Fried Tenderloin Sandwich, Potato Papalette, Pork Tenderloin Marsala, Crème Brûlée, and more! |
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Save the Date for the Next Mayor Muni Meetup on March 10Mayor 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 next meetup will be on March 10, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. |
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200 Lake St E RedevelopmentOwner Lake West has applied to redevelop the former TCF headquarters at 200 Lake St into a three-story, mixed-use development with underground parking. The project is proposed to include 50 for-sale residential units on upper levels and about 23,700 square feet of commercial space on the ground floor. Pending scheduling, the Planning Commission will consider the application at their March 24 meeting. 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. |
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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. 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. |
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$5 Off Passport PhotosDid 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. |
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