StoryLeadership transition and new member appointmentJanuary 7, 2025

Cameron Elected Wayzata Planning Commission Chair

Meeting date: Jan 7, 2025
Published Jul 2, 2025

The Wayzata Planning Commission elected Blake Cameron as its new chair during Monday's meeting, following the resignation of former Chair Lissa Stockton.

Commissioner Chris Planton, who served as vice chair, will continue in that role for another term. Planton presided over the meeting and thanked Stockton for her years of service to the commission before the leadership vote.

The commission also welcomed new member Joel Van Ly, a Wayzata Highlands resident with a background in electrical and computer engineering and IT consulting. Van Ly said his previous work kept him traveling frequently, but he wanted to engage more with city planning issues after following major local developments including Big Woods and the TCF redevelopment.

Planner Quarrels reported that construction continues on the 920 Wayzata Boulevard residential project at the former Wells Fargo site, with crews currently working on underground parking. Several other development applications are under review but have not yet been deemed complete.

The commission's next meeting scheduled for Jan. 27 has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting will be Feb. 10, which will likely include the annual training workshop for commissioners.

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Areas of Interest (5)

  • Yetta Planning Commission undergoes sudden leadership change following the resignation of Chair Lissa Stockton.
  • Commission welcomes new member Joel Van Ly, an IT consultant citing contract management as his primary qualification.
  • Development update focuses on the former Wells Fargo site, now a residential construction project at 920 Yetta Boulevard.
  • Correction regarding commission history: The body was established in 1944, not 1965 as previously stated.
  • Commission to hold annual training workshop with the City Attorney on February 10 to address upcoming vacancies.

Votes (5)

Approval of agenda

PassedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Chris Planton · Seconded by Blake Cameron

Approval of consent agenda

PassedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Commissioner Schwab

Appointment of Blake Cameron as Chair

PassedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Commissioner Schwab · Seconded by Not specified

Appointment of Chris Planton as Vice Chair

PassedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Adjournment

PassedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Blake Cameron · Seconded by Commissioner Severson

Notable Quotes (3)

Unfortunately chair Stockton has resigned.

— Chris Planton
Leadership changesOpening the January 6 meeting.

I thought the Planning Commission might be a good fit.

— Joel Van Ly
New appointmentsSelf-introduction to the commission.

I don't have a 1965 anniversary to celebrate so my apologies for that.

— Planner Quarrels
AdministrativeCorrecting the record on the commission's founding date.

People (5)

Chris PlantonVice Chair

Served as acting chair; acknowledged resignation of former chair Lissa.

1 quote

“Unfortunately chair Stockton has resigned.”

Opening remarks regarding leadership changes.

Lissa StocktonFormer Chair

Outgoing Chair thanked for years of service.

Joel Van LyCommissioner

Electrical engineer with 25 years of IT contracting experience.

1 quote

“With my view of contracts and how disparaging things might sometimes get resolved, I thought the Planning Commission might be a good fit.”

Explaining motivation for joining the commission.

Planner QuarrelsCity Planner

Provided guidance on election process and meeting schedule.

Blake CameronCommissioner

Nominated by Commissioner Schwab for leadership role.

Places Mentioned

Yetta City Hall, 600 Rice Street East, Yetta, Minnesota920 Yetta Boulevard (current development site)

Events & Meetings (3)

  • January 6: Planning Commission Meeting
  • January 27: Meeting Cancelled
  • February 10: Next Planning Commission Meeting and Annual Training Workshop

Ordinances & Resolutions (3)

Chapter 909

Design standards text amendments

Chapter 955

R3A District zoning text amendments

Chapter 920

Parking zoning text amendments

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Other Topics from This Document

  • Resignation of Commission Chair

  • Appointment of new Planning Commissioner

  • Election of Chair and Vice Chair

  • Approval of meeting minutes (Dec 16, 2024)

  • Zoning text amendments for Chapter 909 (Design Standards)

  • Zoning text amendments for Chapter 955 (R3A District)

  • Zoning text amendments for Chapter 920 (Parking)

  • Review of development activities

  • Planning Commission meeting schedule

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