The City of Wayzata, situated on the scenic shores of Lake Minnetonka, blends historic charm with contemporary vibrancy. Established in the mid-19th century, Wayzata has developed from a quaint lakeside settlement into a dynamic community with a rich heritage.
The city’s government is dedicated to preserving Wayzata’s unique character while supporting growth and development. The Mayor and City Council, consisting of elected officials, plays a crucial role in shaping policies and overseeing essential services such as public safety, infrastructure, and community programs.
For the latest updates and in-depth coverage of city events, initiatives, and developments, Wayzata.com provides comprehensive news coverage, keeping residents informed and engaged with their community.
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Wayzata Adopts 2026 Final Levy and Budget, Lowering Increase to 4.9%
WAYZATA, Minn. (Dec. 2025) — After holding its annual Truth-in-Taxation hearing, the Wayzata City Council voted to adopt the 2026 final property tax levy and budget, closing out a months-long process that balances rising service demands with a continued commitment to fiscal restraint. The Council approved Resolution 53-2025, certifying a final levy of $7,241,697, and Resolution 54-2025, establishing a total…
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City of Wayzata Faces Second Short-Term Rental Lawsuit as Homeowners Seek Relief in District Court
WAYZATA — The City of Wayzata has been hit with its second lawsuit over its recent ban on short-term rentals, marking another significant legal chapter in a community long shaped by questions of land use, property rights, and the evolving character of lakeside living. A group of five property owners — Jeffrey Lee Holmers; 306 Barry…
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State Lawmakers Tour Wayzata as City Seeks $9 Million in Bonding for Panoway and Public Safety Design
WAYZATA — Members of the Minnesota House Capital Investment Committee visited Wayzata on Wednesday, November 13, arriving on time for a scheduled stop at Depot Park to learn more about the City’s $9 million state bonding request. The visit allowed legislators to hear directly from Wayzata leadership about future phases of Panoway and the need…
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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 Council Opposes County Traffic Stop Policy, Citing Safety Concerns
The Wayzata City Council has sent a formal letter to Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty expressing opposition to a new county policy that limits prosecution of cases arising from what are deemed non-public-safety traffic stops. The letter, signed by Mayor Andrew Mullin and Council Members Dan Koch, Molly MacDonald, Alex Plechash,and Ken Sorensen, was transmitted October 14 by Interim City Manager Aurora Yager.…
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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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Wayzata Council Approves Ferndale Bluffs Subdivision After Lawsuit
The Wayzata City Council voted 4-1 (MacDonald opposing) on September 23 to approve the preliminary plat for Ferndale Bluffs at 565 Ferndale Road West, reversing its April denial. In contrast to April’s decision, council members proceeded directly to the vote without any discussion. Applicant Draycott DST has been working for years to subdivide its 11.67-acre…
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Wayzata Business Council Set for Second Gathering Thursday
The Wayzata West Metro Chamber’s newest initiative is back for its second session. The Wayzata Business Council, launched earlier this year in partnership with the City of Wayzata, will meet again on Thursday, continuing its mission to connect local employers directly with city leaders. The semi-annual forum is open to all Wayzata-based business professionals and…
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Neighbors Raise Safety Concerns, Praise Progress at Wayzata’s Night to Unite
Hosted by the City of Wayzata and the Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition, Night to Unite—formerly known as National Night Out—brings neighbors together with local police, firefighters, and city officials to build stronger community connections and promote public safety. On Tuesday evening, dozens of block parties were held across Wayzata, with city leaders rotating between them to listen, answer questions, and…
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Wayzata Council to Revisit Short-Term Rental Rules Amid Neighborhood Tension and Legal Limits at Upcoming Workshop
The Wayzata City Council will hold a public workshop this Wednesday to explore additional regulations beyond licensing on short-term rentals—a subject that has stirred strong neighborhood pushback, raised legal questions about property rights, and reignited a broader conversation about the town’s identity, zoning authority, and lakeside legacy. As officials weigh how—and whether—to restrict the 16…
