Neighborhood Roll Calls Connecting Community with Police Department

Last night's Neighborhood Roll Call was held at Graf Park. More than 50 residents attended and had the opportunity to meet with officers to discuss such topics as recent events, crime trends, city services, and SMART 911. Residents had the opportunity to ask questions and engage with officers on a personal level. Thank you to all who attended. Please join us at our next Neighborhood Roll Call at Brighton Park, 1297 Brighton Drive, on Tuesday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. Visit the City's website at www.wheaton.il.us/rollcall for more information. 

Electronic Recycling Offered on Saturday

The City of Wheaton in association with e-Works will offer its monthly electronic recycling drop-off event this Saturday, July 10 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty (near the Wheaton Police Department). Accepted items include electronics, scrap metals, textiles (shoes, purses, belts, clothes, towels, and sheets) placed in bags, fluorescent tube bulbs and cooking oil. All volunteers, staff, and participants are asked to follow the CDC Covid-19 guidelines. Please see the City's website for full instructions and for how to pre-pay for recycling TVs and monitors.

Visit Downtown Wheaton for Frida Friday

The Downtown Wheaton Association presents another summer Frida Friday celebration in downtown Wheaton in connection with the Frida Kahlo: Timeless exhibit at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art. Fun activities are planned for everyone, including Mariachi Bands, roaming Fridas, folklore dancers and more. Visit the Downtown Wheaton Association's website for a map of specific event locations.

Bicycle Advisory Commission Leading Virtual Event with Library

Wheaton's Bicycle Advisory Commission will be hosting a virtual event at on July 14 at 7 p.m. with the Wheaton Public Library, where they will provide tips for bike safety and maintenance, and share some of their favorite rides around town. Visit the library's website to register for this free event.

First Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in DuPage County

The DuPage County Health Department has confirmed the first mosquitoes to test positive for West Nile virus (WNV) this year in DuPage County. The first positive pool of mosquitoes was collected on June 30 in Clarendon Hills, and the second positive pool was collected on July 1 at the Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve in Lemont. DuPage County health officials encourage residents to take steps to protect themselves from mosquito bites and the risk of contracting WNV.

This year, there have been no reported human cases of WNV in DuPage County to date. However, the identification of a positive mosquito pool is associated with an increased risk of WNV in people. Additionally, the recent hot, dry weather is an ideal environment for mosquitoes (primarily Culex mosquitoes) that spread WNV.

To Fight the Bite this summer, practice the “4 Ds of Defense”:

• Drain: Drain those items that collect standing water around your home, yard, or business. Scrub and refill pet water dishes and birdbaths regularly.
• Defend: Use an insect repellent containing DEET when outdoors and reapply according to directions.
• Dress: Wear long pants, long sleeves, and closed-toe shoes when outside to cover the skin.
• Dusk to Dawn: Wear repellent outdoors during these prime times for mosquito activity.