Wayzata schools advance $496M building referendum plan
The Wayzata Public Schools board voted Monday to move forward with a $496 million facilities plan to build a 900‑student elementary and an 800‑student middle school in Medina and expand Wayzata High School to add capacity for 900 more students, citing sustained enrollment growth. The district will ask voters to approve two referendums in April 2026, estimating an additional $396 per year for a $650,000 home; if approved, construction would begin in 2027 and run through 2029.
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📌 Key Facts
- Board vote Nov. 10 advances two new Medina schools and multiple expansions.
- Two April 2026 referendums totaling $496M; ~$396/year for an average $650K home.
- Wayzata High School expansion targets capacity for 900 additional students; construction would start in 2027 if approved.