Wayzata Weekly

City Events Scheduled for Next Week:

Planning Commission Meeting                                            Mon.    Feb. 3    6:30 p.m.

Boat Slip Renewal / Lottery Application Deadline             Tues. Feb. 4     4:30 p.m.

Canoe/Kayak Rack Renewal / Lottery App. Deadline Tues. Feb. 4     4:30 p.m.

City Council Meeting                                                             Tues. Feb. 4    7:00 p.m.

Hot Topics:

Morning hours added to right turn prohibition at Highway 12 ramp to County Road 101

After further evaluation by MnDOT, it has been determined that several hours in the morning should be added to the right turn prohibition at the intersection of the westbound ramp of Highway 12 and Central Avenue.

Now, motorists may not turn right during a red light between the hours of 7 and 9 a.m. and between the hours of 3 and 6 p.m. daily. Electronic signs will be lighted during the time that right turns on red are prohibited.

Now Hiring

The City of Wayzata is accepting employment applications for the following positions:

Police Officer
Community Service Officer (part-time)
Communications Coordinator

Positions are closing soon so apply today! The Police Officer and Community Service Officer positions close on February 5, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. The Communications Coordinator closes February 10, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.

To view the full job descriptions and applications visit www.wayzata.org/employment

Wayzata Chilly Open

Minnesota golf in February? You betcha! The 36th annual Chilly Open is back with the theme of The Roaring 20s. The fun kicks off Friday, February 7, 6-9 p.m., at Cinema & Skates, a FREE family-friendly event. Bring your skates and glide around Wayzata Bay or watch a movie on the jumbo screen in the heated 19th hole tent.

The Chilly Open Golf Tournament on Saturday, February 8 consists of three, nine-hole courses plowed out on Wayzata Bay. After you’ve finished your round, head into the 19th hole tent to enjoy some of the best chili from local restaurants at the Wayzata Chili-Cook Off and dance to live music. To purchase tickets and for more information visit: www.WayzataChillyOpen.com.

Upcoming Wayzata Library Events

Baby Storytime

For children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in a format especially designed for babies. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
February 4 & 11 from 9:15 - 9:45 a.m.

Family Storytime

For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
February 4, 11, & 18 from 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Crafternoons

Bring your knitting, sewing, cross-stitch or other projects to work on and meet other local crafters. Share in the joy of making cool things. Drop in or stay the entire time.
Every Wednesday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Nonfiction Book Club

Join our discussion of new and interesting nonfiction titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Books are available for checkout at the Wayzata Library Service Desk beginning one month prior to each meeting.
February 14 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Book Club

Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Books are available for checkout at the Wayzata Library Service Desk beginning one month prior to each meeting.
February 27 from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

Department Updates:

Administration

Early Voting Via Absentee Ballot Now Open

In 2016, new legislation established a presidential nomination primary for March 3, 2020. Registered voters can vote at their polling place on March 3, 2020 or vote early via absentee ballot January 17, 2020 - March 2, 2020. You may vote early by absentee ballot in person at City Hall (during regular City Hall hours), online at www.mnvotes.org, or call the Hennepin County Election office at 612-348-5151.

For more information regarding elections, visit www.wayzata.org/elections.

Renewals and Applications

Canoe, kayak and paddle board rack renewal applications for 2020 were mailed in November to current rack holders. Canoe, kayak and paddle board rack waiting list applications are due before the close of business on the first Tuesday in February. For more information, visit www.wayzata.org/CanoeRacks.

Boat slip renewal applications for 2020 were also mailed in November to current slip holders. The deadline for boat slip renewal applications and boat slip lottery applications is the first Tuesday in February. The lottery drawing for the 2020 open boat slips will take place on the first Tuesday in March. Residents are strongly encouraged to submit their applications earlier than the advertised application deadline. Visit www.wayzata.org/boatslips for more information about the application process and to obtain a boat slip lottery application.

For more information call Sharon at 952-404-5306.

Passport Appointments

Traveling abroad in the new year? Check your passport expiration date! Passport applicants are encouraged to apply for or renew U.S. passports well ahead of planned travel, as it is peak time for passport processing. Passports processing typically takes 6-8 weeks while expedited processing typically takes 2-3 weeks to receive.
Schedule your passport appointment online, get the full list of availability, hours, and instructions at www.wayzata.org/passports. Contact the Wayzata Motor Vehicle Department directly at 952-404-5320 with any questions or concerns.

Community Development

A development application has been submitted by Melvin’s 235, LLC at 235 & 239 Lake St E to establish a parking arrangement that utilizes the City of Wayzata Fee In Lieu of Parking (FILOP) option. This includes the use of spaces on a proposed public parking lot adjacent to the properties. The applicant also requests a Preliminary and Final Plat to establish new property lines for the 3-story office building that received zoning approvals in 2018. The development application is scheduled to be reviewed Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, February 19. The plans are available on the Proposed Development page of the City website.

Fire

Police

License Your Dog

Registration is underway for 2020 dog licenses. All dogs over the age of 6 months are required to be licensed through the City. Print out the Dog License Application Form and bring in the form to the Wayzata Police Department during regular business hours or mail in the form with payment and proof of rabies vaccines. The fee is $25 per dog for 1 year or $40 per dog for a 2-year license. A current rabies certificate must be presented at the time of submission. To download the Dog License Application form, go online to www.wayzata.org/DogLicense and click the application link.

Public Works

Wayzata Skating Rinks

Klapprich Park and Margaret Circle Park skating rinks are both currently open for skating.

Public Works Superintendent Jim Eibensteiner Retires

After almost 33 years of dedicated service to the City of Wayzata, Public Works Superintendent Jim Eibensteiner retired this Friday, January 31, 2020. Jim has been instrumental in managing the maintenance of the City’s infrastructure, including sewer lining, water main breaks, street repairs, assistance with public events, and general customer service in dealing with resident issues as they arise. He has performed his work with efficiency, dedication, empathy, courtesy and respect. He will be truly missed.

Congratulations Jim!! The City of Wayzata thanks you for your service and wishes you all the best in your future endeavors!

2020 Construction Projects

Several projects are being planned in and around Wayzata, for 2020. A summary of the larger activities follows:

Lake Effect – Lake Street (Broadway Ave to Ferndale Road) – This project will include the reconstruction of Lake Street E from Broadway Avenue to Ferndale Road. The project will include the replacement of the roadway and sidewalks, the addition of a dedicated bike trail, the replacement of watermain from Broadway Ave to Manitoba Ave, and the construction of a park/plaza in the location of the existing municipal parking lot.
2020 Sanitary Sewer Lining - The City of Wayzata is planning to perform maintenance on several sewer mains throughout the City. The maintenance includes the lining of the existing sewer main with a Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) liner. Sewer relining is a quick and economical process in lieu of replacing pipes by open excavation. This process prevents major traffic disruptions and health hazards from potential exposure to raw sewage. The 2020 project proposes to line approximately 8,800 feet of sewer main in the following areas: Harmony Circle, Rosswood Lane, Ridgeview Drive, Ridgeview Lane, Margaret Circle, and Shadyway Road, Barry Avenue North, and Gardner Street (east of Barry Ave).
2020 Bituminous Seal Coat - A map of the streets proposed to be seal coated in 2020 can be found below. Tree trimming may begin along these streets as early as February.

We encourage you to visit NavigateWayzata.com for the latest information about the projects. You can also sign up to receive text or email updates about the construction projects in the City.

Winter Snow Removal

The Public Works Department would like to provide a reminder of a few snow removal responsibilities that Wayzata residents and property owners have.

Snow from privately owned property may only be placed upon boulevards adjacent to said property. This means that snow can only be placed adjacent to your own property, when clearing your driveway. It cannot be pushed across the street and it may not be deposited down the street. Please pass this on to anyone that may performing snow removal duties for your property.

Special Event Permits

Staff has processed or is processing the following Special Event permits.
(Staff is aware of a few more events that will require a permit but application has not yet been made)

DATE OF EVENT NAME OF EVENT

Feb 7-8 (Fri-Sat) Wayzata Chilly Open

Wayzata Bar & Grill

Now on Draft

Surly’s Rocket Surgery Hazy Ale is now of draft at the Muni. This juicy, hazy ale is brimming with Citra and Simcoe hops for a fruit-forward blast of hop flavor. It’s not rocket surgery, it’s Rocket Surgery.

Wayzata Wine & Spirits

Wine of the Month

Stop in for great savings on our wine of the month feature, Klinker Brick (California Wines)

Klinker Brick Rosé, SALE $13.99
Klinker Brick Syrah, SALE $13.99
Klinker Brick Zinfandel, SALE $15.99
Klinker Brick Cabernet Sauvignon, SALE $15.99

Upcoming Tastings

Klinker Brick Wines Feb. 1, 2020 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Klinker Brick Wines Feb. 14, 2020 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Klinker Brick Wines Feb. 28, 2020 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.