A Message from Mayor Mullin

Get ready, Wayzata! I'm thrilled to announce the launch of a new quarterly program, Mayor About Town, dedicated to celebrating the incredible people and places that make our community so special. Our mission is simple: "Support Local. Strengthen Wayzata." Each quarter, we'll delve into the heart of our town, highlighting local businesses, nonprofits, schools, and churches that contribute to our unique character.

For our inaugural episode, airing later this month, we're focusing on the power of local women-owned businesses. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lesa Fenwick of Candlelight Floral and Dr. Barbara Brost of Brost Clinic, both dedicated Wayzata residents. We'll also hear from Becky Pierson, President of the Wayzata West Metro Chamber of Commerce, for an important community update.

This program will be available on Wayzata Community TV and YouTube, bringing these inspiring stories directly to you. Dropping at the end of the month; join us in celebrating the spirit of Wayzata!

Broadway Ave/Wayzata Blvd Traffic Signal to be Completed This Summer

This project has been suspended for the winter months, but construction will resume early next month.

Work completed in the fall of 2024 includes concrete curb and sidewalk improvements and installation of most of the underground components on the south ½ of the intersection. Work scheduled for spring of 2025 includes concrete curb and sidewalk improvements and installation of the remaining underground components on the north half of the intersection, as well as installation of the signal control cabinets, structural steel components, signal equipment, and electrical wiring. Once work is completed on the new signal system, the temporary wood-pole signal system will be removed, and the intersection pavement will be milled and repaved, followed by pavement striping.

There may be lane shifts and occasional delays while construction crews continue to work this spring, primarily on the north half of the intersection.

It is anticipated that the project will be completed by mid-summer of 2025. If you have questions about this project, contact the City’s Engineering Department at 952-404-5371 or at jschumann@wayzata.org.

Save the Date: Spring Clean Up on May 3

The City of Wayzata will provide a curbside pick up of household items for residential customers who pay for recycling and garbage service on their monthly utility bills. The pickup is scheduled for 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Items that can be taken:

• Small carpet pieces–rolled and tied with twine and no larger than 4’ long and 12” in diameter, chairs, grills-gas tanks removed, exercise equipment, doors, windows, gutters, lawn mowers-drain gas and oil.  
• Furniture/Mattress-Boxsprings - $69.96 each. Call Republic Services at 763-972-3335 before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 1 to arrange payment and Monday, May 5 pick-up.  
• Appliances and electronics – $90.18 each. Call Republic Services at 763-972-3335 before 3:00 pm on Thursday, May 1  to arrange payment and Monday, May 5 pick-up.

For more information on fees and accepted items visit wayzata.org/springcleanup.

Sign Up for a Free Tree

Register for a free tree! 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.

Demolition - 641 Lake Street East

Applicant and property owner Marquee Place, LLC will replace part 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. Demolition and building permits will be issued shortly and work will continue over the next few months. 

Please contact Community Development Director Alex Sharpe at 952-404-5312 or asharpe@wayzata.org with any questions or visit the project page on the website to view the plans.

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 at their March 25 meeting.  

200 Lake St E Redevelopment

Owner 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.

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. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the application at their March 10 meeting, and the Council is scheduled to consider the application at their April 1 meeting.