Wayzata, MN — After more than nine years at the helm of Wayzata city administration, City Manager Jeffrey Dahl will step down from his role next month. Dahl has accepted a position as City Administrator for Woodbury, one of Minnesota’s fastest-growing communities. His last day in Wayzata is scheduled for July 17, 2025.
“We extend our sincere gratitude to Jeff for his exemplary service to the City of Wayzata,” said Mayor Andrew Mullin. “He has been an invaluable asset to our community, and we wish him all the best in his new role with the City of Woodbury.”
Dahl’s move to Woodbury marks a full-circle moment in his career. He began his work in public service with a Community Development internship in Woodbury back in 2005. Now, two decades later, he returns to lead the city where he first got his start.
“It’s bittersweet to think about leaving this community,” Dahl said in a written statement. “While I am excited and grateful for this new opportunity in Woodbury, I will miss the Wayzata community dearly. I have been blessed, privileged, and honored to lead and serve with such amazing people who care so much. Even through the ups and downs of a rapidly evolving community, I cherish every Mayor and Council Member, every staff member, and all community members that I have worked with over the past 9+ years. It’s been a joy.”
During Dahl’s tenure, Wayzata navigated complex developments, implemented major infrastructure projects like the Panoway on Wayzata Bay, and balanced growth with the city’s character and charm.
The City Council will meet soon to outline the process for naming an interim manager and selecting a permanent successor. A more detailed timeline is expected to be addressed at the Council’s July 1 meeting.
For now, the city prepares to bid farewell to a civic leader who played a pivotal role in guiding Wayzata through a transformative chapter.
