Cameron Elected Wayzata Planning Commission Chair
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
Moved by Chris Planton · Seconded by Blake Cameron
Approval of consent agenda
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Commissioner Schwab
Appointment of Blake Cameron as Chair
Moved by Commissioner Schwab · Seconded by Not specified
Appointment of Chris Planton as Vice Chair
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Adjournment
Moved by Blake Cameron · Seconded by Commissioner Severson
Notable Quotes (3)
Unfortunately chair Stockton has resigned.
I thought the Planning Commission might be a good fit.
I don't have a 1965 anniversary to celebrate so my apologies for that.
People (5)
Chris PlantonVice ChairServed as acting chair; acknowledged resignation of former chair Lissa.
1 quote
Served as acting chair; acknowledged resignation of former chair Lissa.
“Unfortunately chair Stockton has resigned.”
Opening remarks regarding leadership changes.
Lissa StocktonFormer ChairOutgoing Chair thanked for years of service.
Outgoing Chair thanked for years of service.
Joel Van LyCommissionerElectrical engineer with 25 years of IT contracting experience.
1 quote
Electrical engineer with 25 years of IT contracting experience.
“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 PlannerProvided guidance on election process and meeting schedule.
Provided guidance on election process and meeting schedule.
Blake CameronCommissionerNominated by Commissioner Schwab for leadership role.
Nominated by Commissioner Schwab for leadership role.
Places Mentioned
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)
Design standards text amendments
R3A District zoning text amendments
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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