Bob Fisher is a longtime Wayzata resident known for his deep community involvement and entrepreneurial spirit. He is best recognized as the former owner and operator of Bob’s Shoe Repair, a beloved local business he ran for over three decades. Beyond his work in shoe repair, Fisher has made a significant impact through his charitable efforts, particularly founding Bob’s Sleepout in 1996, an initiative that has since raised over $23 million to combat homelessness in the western suburbs of Minneapolis. His dedication to the community and commitment to helping those in need have made him a respected and influential figure in Wayzata.
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Wayzata Property Owners File Lawsuit Over City’s Short-Term Rental Ban
A group of Wayzata property owners has filed a lawsuit in Hennepin County District Court challenging the City of Wayzata’s recently adopted short-term rental ban. The case, filed October 17 under Court File No. 27-CV-25-18923, names the City as the sole defendant and seeks to block enforcement of Ordinance 852, which prohibits the use of homes for…
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Wayzata Airbnb Ban Leaves Bob and Terrisa Fisher Facing Uncertain Future
WAYZATA — For Bob and Terrisa Fisher, the Wayzata City Council’s decision to ban short-term rentals isn’t just a licensing issue. It’s a $30,000–$35,000 annual lifeline they say has allowed them to stay rooted in the community they’ve called home for over half a century. Editor’s Note: The video above features a 30-minute conversation with Bob and…
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Bob Fisher Named 2024 James J. Hill Days Parade Grand Marshal
Bob Fisher, the former owner of Bob’s Shoe Repair and a dedicated advocate for affordable housing, has been named the Grand Marshal for the 2024 James J. Hill Days Parade. The Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce made the announcement recently, honoring Fisher’s decades of service to the community. Asked about the honor, Fisher stated, “The…
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Shoe Bob makes a difference one youth at a time
Written by Jennifer Swanick Bob Fisher has one simple goal: to make a nation of difference makers. Shoe Bob, as he is called, the owner of Bob’s Shoe Repair in the Wayzata Bay Shopping Center, represents the ability for people to help others, even with only modest means. In partnership with Interfaith Outreach, Fisher motivates…
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Wayzata Shoe Repair’s Bob Fisher to appear on KARE 11 this afternoon
Wayzata’s Bob Fisher will appear on KARE 11 at 4:00 this afternoon to talk about his book, according to Fisher. He is writing his book “Shoe Bob: Heart and Sole” to encourage youth and philanthropy.Last week, Fisher also appeared in Jeff Strickler’s Star Tribune article “Shoe Bob’s tale is for sale, in pieces.” You can…
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Shoebob Featured on Eyewitness News for IOCP Sleep Out Efforts
Wayzata’s beloved local celebrity and skilled shoe repairman, Bob Fisher, recently made a notable appearance on KSTP.com’s Eyewitness News. The segment, aired on 11/21/2008, featured an interview conducted by Leah Mclean, where Bob passionately described the community’s dedicated efforts in support of the Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) Sleep Out. During the interview, Bob…
