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Community Unites for National Night Out: Strengthening Bonds and Promoting Crime Prevention

July 31st, 2023

Mark your calendars for an evening of camaraderie, safety, and community spirit as the Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition, Wayzata Police, Fire Department, City staff, elected officials, and the beloved McGruff, Crime Coalition Mascot, gear up for the highly anticipated National Night Out event in Wayzata.

A Wayzata Police officer gives a prize to a young Wayzata resident. Submitted photo.

On August 1st, from 5:15 to 8:30 p.m., this annual event promises to bring neighborhoods in Wayzata and Long Lake together in a show of unity and crime prevention.

During the event, police cars and fire trucks will embark on a journey, visiting neighborhood parties throughout the area. This heartwarming tradition allows residents to interact with local heroes, including police officers, firefighters, and city staff.

The presence of elected officials will also provide an excellent opportunity for citizens to engage in open dialogue and have their questions answered on various community matters.

One of the highlights of National Night Out is the crime prevention message shared at each stop. Demonstrating their commitment to safeguarding the community, authorities will impart essential tips and strategies to help residents remain vigilant against potential threats.

The occasion also offers residents a chance to step out of their homes, meet new neighbors, and reconnect with familiar faces. Building strong ties within the community is vital to promoting a sense of security and encouraging the proactive reporting of suspicious activities.

The event has been highly anticipated by both residents and public servants, reflecting the shared commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all. As a symbol of unity, National Night Out emphasizes the significance of community cooperation in deterring crime and bolstering public safety efforts.

Neighbors and families are encouraged to participate in the festivities, reaffirming their dedication to building a safer, more closely-knit community. Together, they can make a positive impact, contributing to the overall well-being and security of Wayzata and Long Lake.

For more information and details about National Night Out, interested parties can visit the official website of the Wayzata City or contact the Wayzata Police Department directly. Let us come together and celebrate the spirit of togetherness, making our neighborhoods safer, one step at a time.

Annual Safety Luncheon at Wayzata Country Club

The Wayzata Area Chamber is extending an open invitation to the community for a noteworthy luncheon event, spotlighting critical issues of public safety and crime prevention. Scheduled to take place at [venue name] on [date], this event promises to be an enlightening and informative gathering for all attendees.

Heading the discussions will be Wayzata’s esteemed Police Chief, Marc Schultz, who will expertly moderate a panel discussion featuring distinguished guests from the realm of law enforcement.

Among them, Drew Evans, Superintendent at the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, will bring his extensive experience to the table. Joining him will be Tony Ofstead, the Director/Chief Law Enforcement Officer at the Minnesota Commerce Fraud Bureau, renowned for his expertise in combating fraud-related offenses.

Lastly, the event will host Rose Lee, the accomplished Financial Crimes Team Manager, known for her successful efforts in tackling financial crimes within the region.The panelists are expected to delve into pressing matters concerning public safety and share valuable insights into effective crime prevention strategies.

Attendees will have the rare opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from these prominent figures in law enforcement, fostering a better understanding of the challenges faced in maintaining safety and security in the Wayzata area.Adding to the significance of the luncheon, the program will also feature a special segment dedicated to honoring the recipient of the Jim Fish Citizen Crime Prevention Award.

The Wayzata Area Chamber urges all concerned citizens, community leaders, and local businesses to participate actively in this remarkable event. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, the luncheon aims to strengthen the collective resolve to combat crime and maintain the well-being of the community.

Seats are limited, and those interested in attending are encouraged to reserve their spot early. The event promises to be a remarkable convergence of expertise and shared commitment to enhancing public safety.For registration and further details, please visit the Wayzata Area Chamber website at WayzataChamber.com or contact them directly at 952-473-9595.
Wayzata Police, Fire departments navigate tight labor market

November 12th, 2022

The Wayzata Fire Department trains to put out a fire at Wayzata Public Works. File photo.

First responders and law enforcement officers are difficult to come by in 2022 with fewer recruits and more competition between departments.

Wayzata is experiencing this just like the rest of the nation, with the fire and police departments needing to be creative to meet the needs of the community. Meanwhile budget demands weigh heavy and the landscape of public safety continues to evolve.

Fire Chief Kevin Klapprich and Police Chief Marc Schultz discussed the challenges their departments are faced with and what they are doing to keep Wayzata safe.

Force multipliers

Chief Schultz has heard of the perception that crime is on the rise in Wayzata. While there has been an uptick in certain types of incidents across the state, Wayzata remains on par with where it has been in recent years.

Traffic complaints were among the categories to see the most significant increase in 2022. This can be attributed with more construction finishing, the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic easing and the Panoway attracting more visitors. Some may believe the Panoway is a catalyst for driving overall criminal incidents upward, but Schultz said that would be oversimplifying the facts.

“To attribute that to the Panoway is a bit unfair,” he said. “I don’t think we can attribute it to just one thing. It’s bringing a lot of people who may not have visited us before to our town. A lot of different elements changed at the same time.”

Schultz referred to the pandemic keeping people isolated from each other and inspiring more outdoor seating at restaurants. Meanwhile the nationwide turmoil stemming from the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis may have encouraged people to seek activities outside of Minnesota’s most populous city.

Graffiti, property damage and thefts from vehicles were also among the more notable upward trends in calls, along with some vehicle thefts. Violent crimes, including carjackings which have become more prevalent in the Minneapolis metro were largely not seen in Wayzata though.

“In a lot of the perceptions that the public sees is what they see in the media,” Schultz said. “It doesn’t mean we’re immune to those trends. Those are indicators that trends are changing and we certainly have to deal with that.”

The police department is currently staffed with 15 sworn officers. Increased traffic, particularly from visitors, puts an added strain on the officers on duty. They cannot be everywhere at once as Schultz notes. That is why the department is constantly looking into new ways of policing. Not as a replacement for boots on the ground, but to enhance its ability to cover the community.

Automated license plate readers

One of those force multipliers is a newly implemented system of automated license plate readers. A pilot program in Wayzata started in just the last two weeks with the installation of readers which capture still images of license plates, automatically reporting if a vehicle law enforcement is looking for, such as a stolen vehicle or an owner with a warrant, enters Wayzata. Officers will be immediately notified if such a vehicle passes by the reader. This information can also be shared with other departments within the system.

Schultz said the system has already proven useful.

“We had a catalytic converter stolen off a car in broad daylight last week,” he said. “We got a still photo of the suspect vehicle and that has helped the investigation.”

The investigation is still open but the results are encouraging so far. Schultz hopes to see more readers installed by the end of the year.

Wayzata’s K9 unit

Speaking of force multipliers, the force added a K-9 unit this earlier this year. Loki, the K-9 officer, has proven to be more trustworthy than his namesake, giving the department an additional officer.

Wayzata’s K9 unit, including Sergeant Jason Gehrman & Canine officer Loki. City of Wayzata.

“If you have an officer responding to a scene and that officer is a K-9 unit, now you have two officers for some extra backup,” Schultz said. “That also allows us to help neighboring agencies if they need assistance.”

Police Department is a full time union shop

The chief looks forward to adding more officers to his roster after the council approves funding for more positions for 2023. The council is expected to move on this item by the end of the year. Once positions are opened up, Schultz know the challenge is only beginning.

“Gone are the days where we can just sit back and have applicants come to us,” he said. “We’re going out to state and regional career fairs. We’re reaching out to folks and not being so reactive to hiring opportunities. We want to be proactive. I liken it to the NCAA football recruiting style. We want to invest in them right away.”

Officers will be paid about $31 to $42 per hour in 2023 with market adjustments of 3 percent scheduled for the following years through 2025. They are hired as part of the Minnesota Labor Union.

Short fire crew

To put it simply, the Wayzata Fire Department is short on firefighters. This tracks with departments nationwide, but the department needs more firefighters and more support overall.

There are 23 firefighters in the department which is seven short of being fully staffed. Chief Klapprich estimates it has been about 10 years since the department has had a full staff and even then there may have been an opening.

Klapprich has been with the department for 44 years. His father Paul, who also served as chief, was in the department for 49 years. Kurt Klapprich, the chief’s brother, is an assistant chief and has been with the department for 40 years.

Needless to say, the Klapprich family has been instrumental in keeping the Wayzata Fire Department going and consequently keeping the community safe. Yet, due to budget constraints at the city level, Klapprich has not been hired as a full-time fire chief. You will not hear him complain. In fact, he said he feels lucky to work for the people he does.

“I don’t want trouble between the firemen and their boss,” he said. “All I can do is give them the info on ‘Here’s what I’m spending.’”

“At some point they’re not going to have a choice,” Klapprich added, referring to the decision to hire a full-time fire chief. I’m not saying I will see it. You might not see it. Personally, I think at some point there are going to have to be duty crews. It might go as far as full-time people.”

The chief reported he spends an average of 26 hours on administration per week, which does not include responding to fires, training or holding meetings.

“That 26 hours is basically keeping us floating,” he said. “With a full-time guy here there’d be a number of other things that could happen.”

Deputy City Manager Aurora Yager confirmed during a city council workshop that those hours are “just to meet the basic administrative and management duties of the position.” She also explained the need for a full-time fire chief as recommended by a 2021 department study.

Klapprich understands firefighting is a major commitment and the commitment to training might be daunting for some. The first year is the hardest in terms of training and getting up to speed. Beyond that, firefighters continue to train weekly.

Part time but on duty 24/7/365

The commitment goes beyond what happens in the fire station or on scene. Wayzata’s firefighters leave their jobs and families to respond to calls. They are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year, including holidays.

The department responds to about 370 calls per year, many of which last at least a few hours. Chief Klapprich is usually at every call, and at least 9 people will respond to a call and often up to 12. That means half of the department is tied up with a call. Firefighters occasionally have overlapping calls as well, meaning they are called to another incident while already responding to something.

Klapprich said the department is getting the job done right now, but he understands how fragile the situation could be. There are as many as five firefighters who are eligible to retire with full pensions at any time. He has one person on military leave and another on medical leave.

Fire Department is part time & not union

Firefighter benefits, as described on the city’s official website, include a wage of $12 per hour for responding to calls, training and meetings. They receive a pension which pays out at a lump sum at the minimum age of 50 and a $15,000 basic life insurance policy, which the city pays for.

With a fully staffed fire department, Klapprich could see another two fire trucks hitting the streets for a call, increasing the speed at which a fire is quelled and the overall reach of the department should multiple incidents happen concurrently. The fire department does not have a union at this time.

New ladder truck on order

Speaking of fire trucks, the city council approved a purchase agreement with MacQueen Emergency for a new ladder truck on Nov. 1. The current ladder truck in use has been with the department since about 2003. According to Klapprich, the department has been seeking a new ladder truck for at least five years.

Wayzata’s current ladder truck sits in the Wayzata Fire Department. Dan Gustafson.

The ladder truck is a crucial component to effectively fighting a fire. It increases the speed at which firefighters can douse a fire with gallons of water by about four times, Klapprich said. Additionally water can be sprayed from above which can be more advantageous in some situations.

The estimated cost for a new ladder truck is about $1.5 million.

Even with the purchase agreement in place, Klapprich expects it to be another two years or more before the new ladder truck is here, due to waiting lists in the aftermath of supply shortages.
City of Wayzata seeks to raise property tax levy 10.59%

September 6th, 2022
5.37% increase in operational expenses, loss of revenue and staffing needs drive need

The Wayzata City Council will discuss the preliminary property tax levy need for the 2023 City budget on September 6th, 2022.

You can find information on the proposed budget, levy, and fee schedule by visiting the agenda center on the City’s website.

A couple of items that stand out initially:
- $25,000 reduction in the community service officer funding at Wayzata West Middle School due to Wayzata School District cuts
- Staffing increases in public safety, while concurrently delaying hiring a full time Fire Chief
- The proposed cost of a zoning text amendment in Wayzata is $2,195 with a $3,822 escrow. In contrast, a text amendment in Plymouth is $300 with no escrow; Excelsior is $700; and Delano is $200 with a $1,000 escrow.
Watch for additional coverage of this important topic from Wayzata.com.
Fallen Wayzata Police Officer Bill Mathews receives Jim Fish Award

August 10th, 2022

The Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition awarded Wayzata Police Officer Bill Mathews the Jim Fish Award at the August 2nd Night to Unite community luncheon, held at the Wayzata Country Club.

The award is presented annually to individuals within the community who have gone above and beyond in service to the community and in crime prevention. A recent photo by the WCPC highlighted the event.

“Bill Mathews served the communities of Wayzata and Long Lake with dedication and distinction. On September 8th, 2017 Officer Mathews gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to his communities,” stated Wayzata Detective Sergeant Dan Lee at the luncheon.

“I am proud to have known him, worked with him and to have called him my friend. This year marks the five year anniversary of when Officer Mathews lost his life in the line of duty. Bill’s commitment to his family, work, his partners and to the community did not come from a place of obligation. It came from the love of police work, and his want to serve, not because he had to.”

Wayzata Police Chief Marc Schultz, Wyatt Mathews, and Detective Sergeant Dan Lee.
Image courtesy Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition.

Mathews’ son Wyatt, accepted the award on behalf of his father.
Pickpockets at restaurants

August 8th, 2022

The Wayzata Police Department today issued a Crime Alert for Situational Awareness indicating there has been an “uptick in purse/wallet thefts,” from Wayzata restaurants.

This was on the heels of social media reports over the weekend on Nextdoor and the Wayzata Fan Club sharing the concerns.

Police encourage residents and visitors to keep purses and handbags in sight at all times; and to keep a watchful eye for people who appear out of place, are stalling, or hanging around looking for opportunity.

If you see anything suspicious please report it to 911.
2022 Night to Unite Scheduled for August 2nd

August 1st, 2022

Tuesday evening marks the 40th annual crime prevention event in Wayzata

On Tuesday, August 2nd 2022 the Wayzata Crime Prevention Coaltion, the City of Wayzata, the Wayzata Police Department and the Wayzata Fire Department will join together with Wayzata residents to celebrate Night to Unite.

Night to Unite Luncheon

Per usual custom, the festivities will kick off at the Wayzata Country Club as the Wayzata Chamber hosts the annual Night to Unite luncheon in conjunction with the Wayzata Rotary Club.

Wayzata Police Chief Marc Schultz will provide an inside look at the department and highlight some of the most significant and bizzarre cases investigated within the past two years during a presentation that will follow lunch.

Block parties from 5:15 – 8:30

Later in the day, Wayzata Police, Wayzata Fire, City staff, elected officials and McGruff the Crime Dog will visit two dozen neighborhood parties throughout Wayzata and Long Lake via public safety vehicles including squad cars and fire trucks.

A Night to Unite party. File photo.

Public safety officials and typically a Wayzata City Council member will make a brief crime prevention speech at each stop.

Each block captain and host has his or her favorite ways to provide food and beverage. This can include a potluck, bring your own, or neighbors collect money to purchase food and beverage.

Children will receive S.W.A.G from Wayzata Police and Fire officials, and will be able to investigate fire trucks and squad cars.

The present Night to Unite concept replaced National Night Out in 2008. The concept was similar to National Night Out, however Night to Unite is endorsed locally by the Minnesota Crime Prevention Association.

Fore more information, call the Wayzata Police Department at 952-404-5340.
At Least 12 Vehicles Broken Into Overnight In Wayzata

November 17th, 2020

The Wayzata Police Department received multiple reports Tuesday of thefts from vehicles overnight.

At least 12 vehicles were entered at multiple locations throughout the city, including an underground garage.

In addition, two vehicles were reported stolen.

None of the vehicles that were entered appeared to have been locked.

The two vehicles that were reported stolen were not locked with keys inside.
Community Weighs In On Police Body Cams, Wayzata PD Program Begins In November

October 19th, 2020

The city of Wayzata recently wrapped up an online community poll regarding police worn body cameras.

Image Courtesy City of Wayzata

The Wayzata Police Department will be implementing the program beginning in November.

The police department has been working on the program for several years.

“We are now falling in line with many other agencies as body cameras have now become somewhat a norm,” said Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold at a recent city council meeting. “The transparency and the accountability are key.”

High-profile police-citizen interactions across the country have brought police body cameras to the forefront.

“We look at the critical incidences that we see nationwide and the importance of having that video evidence.”

Acceptance of the use of body cameras by police officers has changed through the years.

“Officers have gone from ‘we don’t want to open that can of worms’ to ‘we can’t have them fast enough’,” said Risvold.

“The timing is right to get this thing going,” added Risvold.

The cost of the body camera program is just under $12,000 per year on a five-year contract.

You can review the body worn camera policy here: www.wayzata.org/bodycams

Here are the results of the Wayzata Police Department Body Worn Camera Policy Survey conducted via polco.us:

Where do you live?

Wayzata – 76% (47)

Long Lake – 11% (7)

Neither Wayzata nor Long Lake – 13% (8)

What is your gender?

Female – 50% (31)

Male – 50% (31)

What is your age?

20-34 years – 6% (4)

35-54 years – 40% (25)

55-64 years – 35% (22)

65 years and over – 18% (11)

I feel concerned about my privacy when having to deal with officers wearing body cameras.

Strongly Agree – 2% (1)

Agree – 5% (3)

Neutral – 10% (6)

Disagree – 35% (22)

Strongly Disagree – 48% (30)

An interaction with the police is less likely to result in a confrontation if everybody knows the

interaction is being recorded with body worn video.

Strongly Agree – 47% (29)

Agree – 42% (26)

Neutral – 5% (3)

Disagree – 5% (3)

Strongly Disagree – 2% (1)

Police use of body worn video is a step in the right direction.

Strongly Agree – 56% (35)

Agree – 39% (24)

Neutral – 5% (3)

Disagree – 0%

Strongly Disagree – 0%

Body worn video protects police against false accusations.

Strongly Agree – 66% (41)

Agree – 34% (21)

Neutral – 0%

Disagree – 0%

Strongly Disagree – 0%

Police should be required to notify individuals when they are being recorded on body worn video.

Strongly Agree – 15% (9)

Agree – 26% (16)

Neutral – 19% (12)

Disagree – 27% (17)

I feel safer when a police officer is wearing a video camera.

Strongly Agree – 44% (27)

Agree – 31% (19)

Neutral – 21% (13)

Disagree – 3% (2)

Strongly Disagree – 2% (1)

It is acceptable for Police to record body worn video as part of their official duties.

Strongly Agree – 58% (36)

Agree – 37% (23)

Neutral – 5% (3)

Disagree – 0%

Strongly Disagree – 0%

An officer should be able to view (not edit) body worn video prior to writing a report.

Strongly Agree – 34% (21)

Agree – 40% (25)

Neutral – 15% (9)

Disagree – 8% (5)

Strongly Disagree – 3% (2)

All police interactions with the public should be recorded with body worn video.

Strongly Agree – 42% (26)

Agree – 35% (22)

Neutral – 16% (10)

Disagree – 5% (3)

Strongly Disagree – 2% (1)

Police officers collect body worn video to protect me.

Strongly Agree – 34% (21)

Agree – 45% (28)

Neutral – 15% (9)

Disagree – 6% (4)

Strongly Disagree – 0%

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Are there specific questions you believe the Wayzata Police Department’s body worn camera policy should address?

By individual officer, what is your answers to the questions we just answered from your concept and perception?

The policy of turning the camera off. What will be the policy of releasing footage whether it clears and officer or not. What is done

When video is appropriately shared (nude video, graphic, etc). How long is video kept that is not part of a criminal proceeding?

Will these videos be reviewed regularily?

What role does body camera footage play when police are responding to medical emergencies in their communities?

Thank you for the survey!

I believe that routine interaction with police should not require body camera use, Police should turn their camera on when the

Interaction becomes non-routine, or when their is evidence that a law has been broken. (other then minor traffic infractions).

No questions. My family supports the Police Department 100%, and if they need body cam footage to protect themselves from false accusations, it is fine by us.

Fines and suspension, etc when someone turns off their camera. Cannot allow some incidents to be filmed and others not. I’m in favor of

The ability for people to “screen” their personal identifying information (address, name, etc) from the general public, especially if a mental health condition is the underlying issue and reason for the call vs a crime (ie, Probably not a good idea to be posting all film publicly unless there is a dispute. Allow citizens to protect their ID if desired, within reason). Use common sense to protect privacy.

Body cams should be auto-on. Police shouldn’t have to turn it on – they may forget or selectively omit when they don’t want to record

When police are required to turn them on. It should be all the time.

Policy for disciplining officers if they don’t reliably or consistently use their PRS.

Security of stored body cam video e.g. against tampering or unauthorized access

This is not a question, but a comment. As a person who has had the opportunity to ride numerous times (15+ years ago) with many impressive officers of two suburban metro-mpls police departments, I can see how the use of a body cam can be a real benefit (potentially to both the officer and the citizen) and also “one more thing to manage in a quickly unfolding situation”. I’m sure it can be a powerful training tool, and a way to recall very dynamic situations. Hopefully, it is not in any was a liability to the officer as one more thing to think of when timing counts. My hope is that this tool will be an enhancement to the job and not an encumbrance. With that, thank you for what you do to keep us safe, and act as a valuable resource! We hope that unsuitable cops can be dealt with so that the good cops can do what they do so well! Thank you for being there for us!

Are there questions community advocates should ask Wayzata Police Department during the development of the body camera program?

What is done with the digital recordings? Hourly? Daily? Weekly? Monthly? Quarterly or annually or forever? Is this like DNA evidence that remains part of every interaction in perpetuity?

Yes, what about gun cameras in addition to or in place of, body cameras. They are less money and are made locally in Maple Plain. Viridian Weapon Technologies.

Will they be on at all times? not have the ability to be turned off?

Does the body camera policy and system include night vision capability?

Thank you for the opportunity!

What is best practice to protect the public in allowing police to review or not review recorded video prior to writing a report?

Not really a question but I would like to have normal day-day conversations with police without it being recorded. I also believe their should be a high bar for release of any recordings regardless of whether or not a law has been broken.

Will they be able to turn it off? Why?

Are body worn camera recording audited to find police that may be breaking rules unknowingly or knowingly? Who should be doing the auditing to ensure there’s no conflict of interest?

Whose input has been gathered in this process? The police work for the people, and if the surveys have mostly been encouraged by police officers asking friends/ family to take it, or if the police force is equal or greater than the voice of citizens, that’s not democracy. It should be citizen’s choice, with strong police input AND what the data says around impact and risks of body cams.

Why would cops prefer not to do cams? It seems like it’s a win-win for all parties.

When pulling people over and as son as they turn their camera on, should they record their initial reason or rationale for pulling someone over?

How do the Wayzata Police officers feel about this, pros/cons?

I think regarding the officer reviewing video prior to writing reports: the procedure that Wayzata adopts should be the procedure that offers the highest level of protection and service to the public. Moreover, the procedure Wayzata uses should be whatever procedure is consider best practice across the nation. The Volusia County Sherriff’s dept of Florida has become a model of success for training officers to serve a diverse population. I would like our police dept to adopt regular training that is similar to that of Volusia County.
Wayzata PD Warns Of Mailbox Thefts

July 21st, 2020

The Wayzata Police Department has taken several reports of thefts from mailboxes.

The residential mailboxes were located in the eastern portion of the city with a majority along Bushaway Road and Central Avenue South.

According to police, several of the mailboxes were locked and were forced open.

The police department states that this is a crime that can additionally facilitate identity theft, credit and check fraud, and other forgery and fraud type crimes.

This is a metro area issue and is not exclusive to Wayzata.

Police recommend that you do not put outgoing mail in your mailbox.

Collect any incoming mail as soon as practical after it is delivered.

As always, watch out for your neighbors and call 911 to report any suspicious activity
Wayzata Police: No Fishing At Marina Or Docks

April 13th, 2020

The Wayzata Police Department has ordered that no fishing is allowed at the Wayzata Marina or docks until further notice. The department cited public health as the reason.

The following was posted on the Wayzata Police Department Facebook Page:

“In the interest of public health, the City of Wayzata closed its public docks to fishing. The Governor’s Stay at Home Order allows for fishing, as long as 6′ social distancing is practiced. With the numbers of people using the docks since the order went into effect on March 28th, that has not been possible. People can fish from shore, boats, or other public areas while adhering to the 6′ social distancing guidelines. Because the docks attract so many people, the city closed them to fishing on behalf of public health. Many cities, including Wayzata, are taking extra measures to limit the spread of COVID-19. Some include restricting use of playground equipment, tennis courts, and other public facilities. These are difficult things to do in difficult times, but they are done with the public’s interest and health in mind.”

You can review Wayzata City Ordinance 309.06 regarding fishing from docks here.

According to the ordinance, fishing is allowed on the Wayzata Depot docks from 5 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily. Fishing is not prohibited on the easterly extension from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

The ordinance states that fishing is allowed on the Broadway Dock from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. daily.

Fishing from the Wayzata Municipal Marina is normally allowed this time of year from the three loading platforms.

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Force multipliers

Short fire crew