City Calendar Public Art Committee Meeting | Monday, March 3 | 5:00 p.m. City Council Meeting | Tuesday, March 4 | 7:00 p.m. Heritage Preservation Board | Wednesday, March 5 | 11:30 a.m.
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A Message from Mayor MullinHello Wayzata! That little taste of warmth this week has us all looking forward to spring. If you missed my State of the City address, catch the recording here.
I welcome any feedback, positive or negative, about the program. Is there anything that I could have done differently or perhaps made more clear? Did you see anything missing? I want to hear from you! Drop me a note and let me know how I am doing at amullin@wayzata.org.
Mayor Panel Luncheon Join me and fellow Mayors from Minnetonka, Plymouth, and Long Lake for a regional discussion at the Wayzata West Metro Chamber event on March 13 at 11:30 a.m. at Wayzata Country Club. Register here. |
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Buckthorn Removal at the Nature CenterStarting Monday, 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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Free Resident Boat ParkingThe Broadway and Depot Docks are now paid parking for non-residents. To apply for free resident parking, please submit your information online here. Promo codes will only be distributed during City Hall working hours Monday - Friday. After you submit this form, a member of our City staff will reach out to you regarding a resident-only promotion code. Please note that the promo code will only be valid for one user. If you wish to have more than one user per household, each person would need to apply for their own unique code. |
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Sign Up for a Free TreeRegister for a free tree as a part of the Arbor Day Free Tree Giveaway! Each spring, the City of Wayzata distributes potted shade trees to its residents, free of charge. It's our organization's way of saying THANK YOU for caring about our community's canopy. We will accept requests for trees until Monday, May 5 while supplies last. Residents are responsible for planting, which is restricted to private property within Wayzata city limits. Wayzata Public Works will deliver the reserved trees on Friday, May 23.
Sign up for a free tree at wayzata.org/freetreegiveaway. |
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Skating Rinks Closed for the SeasonDue to warm weather, Klapprich Park and Margaret Circle Park skating rinks have closed for the season. Special thank you to the Parks Department for maintaining our rinks this year! |
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Keep Your Home Safe & Secure While You’re Away
With spring break trips coming up, here are some quick reminders to keep your home safe and secure while you are gone: - Unplug electronics that don’t need power
- To deter break-ins, put lights on around the house on timers
- Ask a neighbor to gather mail
- Check to make sure all entry points of your home are secure
- Avoid posting your trip on social media until you return
If you’re out of town for an extended period, let the Wayzata PD know by calling 952-404-5340 or emailing WayzataPD@wayzata.org and note any vehicles that will have permission to be on the property. |
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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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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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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 recommended approval at the February 24 meeting. The City Council will review the proposal in April. 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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