A Message from the Mayor

Earlier this week we celebrated a Wayzata legend: Kurt Klapprich's Retirement! It's truly hard to put into words the incredible impact Kurt Klapprich has had on the City of Wayzata and our community as he celebrates over 40 years of dedicated service! Since 1985, Kurt has been a quiet force behind the scenes, ensuring Wayzata's operations run smoothly, our infrastructure is sound, and our city always looks its best, no matter the season. His steady hand and invaluable institutional knowledge have left an indelible mark on everything we do.

Kurt's commitment to Wayzata extends far beyond his city role. He's also a vital part of the Wayzata Fire Department, continuing a remarkable family legacy with five generations of service and he will continue to serve. Many know Kurt best for his passion and dedication to Wayzata Parks. In fact, one of our most beloved green spaces, Klapprich Park, is named after his grandfather, Ed, who also served our city as a street superintendent. It's clear that caring for Wayzata is truly in his blood. Kurt is simply the kind of person who is always there to help, and his passion for our community and his family shines through in everything he does. He's genuinely one-of-a-kind, and frankly, irreplaceable.  

With love and gratitude,
Mayor Andrew Mullin

An Update Regarding City Hall Leadership

The City Council has been working on both an interim replacement and a long-term plan to fill the City Manager position. This week, the City Council officially approved Mike Kelly, Public Works Director/City Engineer, as interim City Manager. Mr. Kelly has been with the City for more than three decades and has the leadership abilities to lead the organization during this interim period while both the City Manager seat is vacant and the Deputy City Manager is out on leave.

If you have any questions regarding the transition plan, please reach out to the City at 952-404-5300 or email city@wayzata.org.

Build Sandcastles with the Wayzata Police Department on July 29

Join the Wayzata Police Department for our first Sandcastles and Squads on Tuesday, July 29 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.! There will be free treats and water, a sandcastle building contest with a special prize to one lucky winner, and free shovels and sand pails (as supplies last). Come have some fun in the sun and build some sandcastles with officers and staff! 

Sunday Music in the Park

The Wayzata Parks & Trails Board will once again host the Sunday Music in the Park concert series on the Great Lawn (across from the Hotel Landing). Stop by Sundays in August from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. for live music from a variety of bands, including:

• Westwind Swing Band - August 3
• Jimmi & the Band of Souls - August 10
• Salsa Del Soul - August 17
• Potluck String Band - August 24

Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair! 

Tour De Tonka Bike Ride

Minnetonka Community Education will host the 20th Annual Tour de Tonka bike ride on Saturday, August 2! With over 2,500 riders annually, routes will flow right through Wayzata and will reach over 25 west metro communities along the way. There are 5 distances available to sign up for from 16 - 100 miles. 

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Watermain & Street Rehabilitation Project

The City hired Park Construction Company to install watermain pipes in the Central Ave S/Lake St E/Hampton Ave S neighborhood. This planned improvement to the City’s water distribution system will improve water flow in the overall system and will provide new water services (from the distribution main to private properties at the property line) for most property owners in the project area. In addition to the watermain work, several streets were scheduled for milling and bituminous pavement overlay.

Construction on this project is now substantially complete however the contractor continues to wrap up restoration items and final clean-up.

If you have additional questions about this project, please contact Jen Schumann  at jschumann@wayzata.org, or 952-404-5371.

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