Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Celebrate Wheaton’s Sustainable Actions

As Earth Day approaches, we're sharing some sustainable actions the City is taking to help Turn Wheaton Green. To date, the Public Works Department has replaced 58% of Wheaton's streetlights with LED fixtures, which use 60% less energy than the ones they replace. That amounts to 1,645 energy-efficient streetlights so far. Follow the City on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for more sustainability facts in the coming days. You can find us by searching for @CityOfWheaton on any of these platforms.

Hazelton and Childs Intersection Closure to Begin Thursday for Sanitary District Project

As part of the Wheaton Sanitary District’s Northside Interceptor Project, the intersection of South Hazelton Avenue and Childs Street will be closed starting Thursday, April 21, for approximately one week while crews install a section of new pipe. South Hazelton north of Childs Street will be closed to through traffic and on-street parking, and this section will use a two-way traffic pattern while the intersection is closed.

The Wheaton Sanitary District, which is a separate entity from the City of Wheaton, is coordinating directly with Community School District 200, and residents who live on Childs Court will receive notifications directly from the contractor. To learn more about the Northside Interceptor Project, visit the Wheaton Sanitary District’s website.

Native Plant Sale is This Saturday

Consider making eco-friendly choices in your landscaping by visiting the Wheaton Native Plant Sale from 8:30-11 a.m. Saturday at the Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty Drive. This annual event is organized by the Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission, Wheaton Park District and City of Wheaton. Come find hardy plants that require less water and provide shelter and food for wildlife.

Congratulations National Merit Scholar Finalists

The City Council recognized six Wheaton high school students at the April 18 City Council Meeting for being selecting at National Merit Scholar Finalists this year:

Linnea Barron, Wheaton Warrenville South High School
Joshua Nigrelli, Wheaton Warrenville South High School
Daniel Janiak, Wheaton North High School
Marguerite Larson, Wheaton North High School
Katherine Fulton, Benet Academy
Jeremy Kang, Wheaton Academy

The National Merit Scholarship Program recognizes outstanding academic achievement on the basis of students’ skills, accomplishments and potential success in rigorous college studies. Out of approximately 1.5 million entrants nationwide, only the top 15,000 are named National Merit Scholar Finalists. Congratulations to these outstanding Wheaton students!

Wheaton Police Respond to Report of Vehicle Stolen with Child Inside

Shortly after 9:30 a.m. on Monday, April 18, Wheaton Police Officers responded to the UPS Store, 20 Danada Square West, for a report of a stolen vehicle with a small child still in the vehicle. The vehicle, which was left running near the store, was taken by a male subject, described as a white male in his 30’s or 40’s, approximately 5’09”, with a skinny build, stubbled facial hair, wearing dark pants and a dark jacket. The subject drove the vehicle from the area and dropped off the child near a parking lot of an adjacent local business, and the child was safely reunited with the family shortly after the vehicle was taken. More information is available on the City’s website. The Wheaton Police Department is continuing to investigate this incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Support Division Lieutenant Ryan Conway at 630-260-2079.

Upcoming Public Hearings April 26 on Two Proposed Projects

The Wheaton Planning & Zoning Board will hold two public hearings at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 at City Hall, 303 W. Wesley St.:

An application requesting rezoning and a special use permit to construct an apartment complex on the block bounded by Liberty Drive, Hale Street, Willow Avenue, and Wheaton Avenue (excluding 201-203 W. Willow, and 213, 221 & 223 S. Wheaton Ave.) following the demolition of existing structures. The complex is proposed as 306 units, 7 stories, 429 parking spaces, and 4,502 square feet of first-floor commercial (restaurant) space.
A zoning application requesting a special use permit to allow a business and professional office (coworking space) to occupy the main floor of the commercial properties at the northwest corner of Front & Main Streets (101, 103 & 105 W. Front St. and 106, 108 & 110 N. Main St.), formerly Sandberg's Store for Men & Boys. The property is zoned C-2 Retail Core Business District, so a coworking office would require a special use permit.

You can see the Public Hearing Notices on the City's website. After the Planning & Zoning Board conducts public hearings (which could be continued to a future meeting to gather additional input, if needed), the Board will make a recommendation to the City Council. The City Council will formally consider these applications at a future meeting.

Get to Know Wyckwood House in Video Business Series

In the second installment of the video series featuring new businesses in Wheaton, get to know Wyckwood house, a boutique with clothing, gift items and more featuring local makers and designers. Check out the video.

Library Program: 12 Things that Make Life on Earth Possible

Join Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing at Adler Planetarium, as she highlights an (incomplete) list of 12 things that make our planet special during this hybrid program at the Wheaton Public Library and online at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 21. These features influence what astronomers look for as they investigate other planets. Please register for this event at wheatonlibrary.org/calendar.

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Upcoming Meetings

Bicycle Advisory Commission Meeting

Wednesday, April 20, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

City Council Planning Session

Monday, April 25, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission Meeting

Tuesday, April 26, 6 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Planning & Zoning Board Public Hearings and Meeting

Tuesday, April 26, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Environmental Improvement Commission Meeting

Tuesday, April 26, 7:30 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

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