In his campaign, Andrew Mullin emphasizes the importance of community engagement and shared values among Wayzata residents. He advocates for fiscal responsibility, safety, and practical solutions to traffic congestion, asserting that a strong leader can address these issues without raising taxes or compromising quality of life. Mullin proposes that visitors contribute to city costs through a sales tax referendum and seasonal parking fees, while ensuring residents remain exempt. He stresses the need for continuous access to local leaders, promising to be approachable and responsive. Mullin positions himself as a dedicated, independent candidate committed to listening to and representing the needs of the Wayzata community.
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Braver Angels Returns to Wayzata: “Skills for Disagreeing Better” Workshop Builds on October’s Breakthrough Dialogue
WAYZATA — Just over a month after Wayzata City Hall filled to capacity for a community conversation on political polarization, residents will gather again tonight for the second installment of the Braver Angels series: Skills for Disagreeing Better. The workshop, hosted by Mayor Andrew Mullin in partnership with Braver Angels Minnesota, begins at 6:30 p.m. in…
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Top Concerns Emerge in Wayzata’s New Community Engagement Pilot
WAYZATA — A new text-based community engagement pilot launched by Mayor Andrew Mullin in October is giving Wayzata residents a clearer voice in City Hall—and the early results show four issues dominating public concern. In his recently published update, “Listening to You: Update on Community Engagement,” Mullin explained that the pilot, called the Serve Poll,…
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Light Up the Lake Returns November 21 — A Wayzata Holiday Tradition Arrives One Week Early
WAYZATA — One of Wayzata’s most beloved celebrations returns earlier than usual this year, as Light Up the Lake welcomes residents and visitors to Lake Street on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The annual gathering — a hallmark of Wayzata’s lakeside charm and community spirit — takes place the Friday before Thanksgiving this season, offering families…
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Public Works Boat Issue Resolved
After drawing questions from residents, the boat once stored at Wayzata’s Public Works facility has been removed. Mayor Andrew Mullin confirmed in an October 2 statement that the vessel was “removed as planned,” effectively closing the matter. While some neighbors sought more accountability, city leaders noted the issue was minor and addressed promptly.
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Council Splits 3-2 on Harrington Road Variance Request
The Wayzata City Council narrowly approved a controversial variance request Tuesday evening, voting 3-2 to grant a shoreland setback variance at 547 Harrington Road, a peninsula property on Browns Bay owned by Dick and Elaine Swanson. The action, adopted under Resolution 35-2025, reduces the required setback from Lake Minnetonka from 260.5 feet to 108 feet—a variance of 152.5…
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Inquiry Over Boat at Public Works Raises Questions, Prompts Small-Town Response
WAYZATA — A resident’s inquiry into a large boat parked at the City of Wayzata’s Public Works facility has sparked questions about the line between public oversight and small-town courtesy. Greg Flannigan noticed a 40-foot vessel in the city’s “boneyard,” an area behind Public Works used to store boulders, fencing, and surplus materials. Flannigan said…
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Wayzata Council Passes First Reading of Short-Term Rental Ban
On Tuesday, September 9, the Wayzata City Council passed the first reading of Ordinance 852, a measure that would prohibit short-term rentals across the city. The action follows years of discussion dating back to 2018 and builds on the city’s 2024 licensing ordinance, which had required all short-term rental operators to obtain a license. Mayor…
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Defendant Charged with Threatening to Murder a Federal Judge
Federal prosecutors have charged Robert Phillip Ivers, 72, with threatening to assault and murder a federal judge. Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson announced the complaint Tuesday, noting Ivers’s prior federal conviction for threatening to kill a judge. “At a time when Minnesota is reeling from acts of violence, the last thing we need is someone…
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Wayzata Council Approves Klapprich Park Change Orders Amid Community Debate
The Wayzata City Council approved two major change orders for the Klapprich Park improvement project on August 19, 2025—one required by state fire code and another responding to neighborhood concerns over tree removal, hillside slides, and park access. The first change order addressed the warming house renovation. During building permit review, staff determined that a fire…
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Mayor Mullin’s Monthly Muni Meetup – Monday, August 11
Mayor Andrew Mullin will host his next “Mayor Muni Meetup” event on Monday, August 11, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Wayzata Bar & Grill. These informal gatherings, held the second Monday of each month, are open to all and offer a chance to connect with the mayor, share ideas, and enjoy casual conversation.…
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