Andrew Mullin is the mayor of Wayzata. Elected in November 2024, he took office in January 2025 after previously serving eight years on the Wayzata City Council, from 2009 through 2016.
A longtime Wayzata resident and local business owner, Mullin returned to city government after a campaign focused on property taxes, traffic, public safety and residents’ access to City Hall. He defeated Barry Petit and Jeff Buchanan in the 2024 mayoral election.
As mayor, Mullin has advocated restraining increases in the city’s property tax levy while reviewing spending and funding for police, fire and infrastructure. He has also held informal meetings with residents at the Wayzata Bar & Grill, known as Muni Meet-ups, and launched a Mayor About Town video series featuring local businesses and community members.
Mullin discussed city finances, public safety, housing and redevelopment in his 2025 State of the City address. His positions and council decisions have been covered regularly by Wayzata.com.
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MacDonald, Koch Win Wayzata City Council Election
Molly MacDonald and Dan Koch won Wayzata’s two City Council seats in the Nov. 3 election. A look at the unofficial local returns and major state and county contests.
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Wayzata Council Approves Franchise Fees, Trappers Cabin Repairs
The October 20 City Council meeting included franchise fee ordinances, Trappers Cabin restoration costs, delinquent utility assessments and a tribute to Kent Howe.
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Wayzata American Legion Plans Memorial Day Observances
WAYZATA — The Wayzata American Legion will lead a series of Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 25, 2026, with observances planned at several area cemeteries and Heritage Park. The day’s schedule begins at 8:30 a.m. at Parkers Lake Cemetery and continues through the morning in Wayzata. The official schedule includes: 8:30 a.m. — Parkers…
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Highway 12 Construction Raises Access Concerns for Wayzata Residents, Visitors and Businesses
Wayzata officials discussed the anticipated impacts of Highway 12 construction during the April 21 City Council meeting, with city leaders warning that the project could affect not only residents and daily commuters, but also visitors trying to reach downtown Wayzata and the businesses that depend on them. City Manager Aurora Yager said residents should expect…
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Wayzata Council Approves Emergency Moratorium on New Short-Term Rentals in 4-1 Vote
The Wayzata City Council voted 4-1 Tuesday night to approve an emergency interim ordinance imposing an immediate 12-month moratorium on new short-term rentals, with Mayor Andrew Mullin casting the lone dissenting vote, citing concerns largely centered on procedural sequencing. The action follows a March 30 district court order that voided the city’s earlier short-term rental…
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Wayzata Council Hears Update from Lions and Legion on Charitable Gambling
Wayzata’s two charitable gambling organizations — the Wayzata Lions Club and Wayzata American Legion Post 118 — reported strong financial performance and growing community impact during an update to the Wayzata City Council on March 10. Leaders from both groups described how charitable gambling revenues are helping fund local nonprofits, youth programs, veteran services, and…
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Chilly Open Returns for 41st Year of Golf on Ice
WAYZATA — One of Minnesota’s most beloved winter traditions returns to the ice next month as the Wayzata Chilly Open tees off on Wayzata Bay Saturday, Feb. 7, marking its 41st year of turning the frozen surface of Lake Minnetonka into a full-scale celebration of winter, community, and creativity. What began four decades ago as a quirky…
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Wayzata Clarifies Police Role Amid Federal Immigration Activity
At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, Mayor Andrew Mullin formally entered into the record a city statement clarifying the role of local law enforcement amid ongoing federal immigration enforcement activity across the Twin Cities metro and Minnesota. “The Wayzata Police Department enforces only Minnesota state law and the City of Wayzata and the City of Long Lake…
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City Issues Statement Clarifying Role of Wayzata Police Following Federal Law Enforcement Activity in Minnesota
The City of Wayzata issued a statement today acknowledging recent federal law enforcement activity conducted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security within the community and clarifying the role of the Wayzata Police Department in such situations. Mayor Andrew Mullin said the City’s statement on federal immigration enforcement was issued proactively, not in response to…
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Wayzata State of the City Address Set for Feb. 26 at City Hall
WAYZATA — Residents are invited to gather at City Hall on Thursday, Feb. 26, for the City of Wayzata’s annual State of the City address, an evening focused on civic priorities, community progress, and the opportunities ahead. The event will be hosted by Andrew Mullin, who will deliver his second annual address in the City Hall…
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