Mayor Johanna Mouton‘s term expires 12/31/2024. She is not seeking the position in the upcoming November 2024 Election.
For decades, the position of Wayzata Mayor has been a pivotal role shaping the future of this lakeside community. As Wayzata continues to evolve from a small town into a vibrant suburban destination, the mayor’s office remains the guiding force behind its growth, development, and preservation of local values.
From managing infrastructure improvements along Lake Minnetonka’s shoreline to balancing historic charm with modern amenities, Wayzata’s mayors have long been tasked with navigating the complexities of small-town governance amid expanding regional influence. The mayor’s decisions echo throughout the community, impacting residents, businesses, and the city’s enduring identity.
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Wayzata Council Schedules Second Closed Meeting on Short-Term Rental Litigation
WAYZATA — The Wayzata City Council is scheduled to meet in closed session Monday, May 5, as the city weighs its legal options following a Hennepin County judge’s ruling that voided Wayzata’s short-term rental ban, including whether to appeal the decision. According to a closed meeting notice posted April 28, the special meeting will be…
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Wayzata Council Denies Gleahaven Subdivision Proposal In 3-2 Vote
Proposal would have divided two existing residential lots into four single-family lots The Wayzata City Council voted 3-2 on April 21 to deny a proposed subdivision at 190 Gleason Lake Road and 121 Gleahaven Road, rejecting a plan that would have divided two existing residential lots into four single-family lots in the Gleahaven neighborhood. The…
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Walser Lamborghini Project Moves Ahead After Split Vote On PUD Agreement
Council approves development agreement 4-1; rezoning and easement vacation pass unanimously The Wayzata City Council approved key agreements for the proposed Walser Lamborghini dealership on April 21, but not without a split over how tightly the city should define and control the use. The council voted 4-1 to approve the Planned Unit Development agreement for…
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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 to Meet in Closed Session as Staff Suggests Emergency Moratorium on New Short-Term Rentals
WAYZATA — The Wayzata City Council is set to meet in closed session Tuesday night as the city confronts the fallout from a Hennepin County ruling that voided its short-term rental ban and considers whether to impose an emergency moratorium on new short-term rentals. According to the public notice, the closed special meeting is scheduled…
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Wayzata Honors Graciela Gonzalez as She Concludes Two Decades of Service
WAYZATA — The City Council paused during its public forum this month to recognize the service of Graciela Gonzalez, whose resignation from the Charter Commission marks the close of more than two decades of involvement across some of Wayzata’s most influential boards. Mayor Andrew Mullin noted that Gonzalez is among a small group of residents who…
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Wayzata Leaders Join Countywide Call to Preserve Sheriff’s Role in Public Safety
In a rare show of unified concern across Hennepin County, Andrew Mullin and Jamie Baker have joined dozens of mayors and police chiefs in signing a joint letter urging continued funding and support for the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office. The letter—addressed to county commissioners—comes in response to recent public comments by Marion Greene, who stated…
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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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Wayzata Mayor Says City “Strong” Amid Growth, Development and Infrastructure Challenges
WAYZATA — Mayor Andrew Mullin said Wayzata remains financially strong and well positioned for the future, even as the city faces the growing pains that come with being one of the most popular destinations on Lake Minnetonka. Delivering his annual State of the City address, Mullin described a community experiencing both opportunity and pressure. Wayzata’s…
