Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Performing Eco-friendly Road Resurfacing with Hot In-place Recycling

Crews this year are using the 3 R's (reduce, reuse, recycle) in road resurfacing through a process called "hot in-place recycling." Rather than grinding down pavement, hauling it away and laying down new pavement, hot in-place recycling uses machinery to blast the existing pavement with heat, inject an additive to help make it pliable, break up the surface, smooth it and add a top surface layer. This process greatly reduces the amount of new materials needed by recycling and reusing the existing surface, and reduces emissions by not needing to haul away old materials. It also is more cost-effective than resurfacing. The areas where this is being used this year include: West Liberty Drive; Fapp Circle; East and West Loop Roads; and Danada Drive.

2023 Municipal Election Candidate Petition Filing Hours

Residents who would like to run for one of two At-Large positions on the City Council or for the position of Mayor in the 2023 Municipal Election must file nomination petitions with the City Clerk's office between Nov. 21 and Nov. 28, excluding the weekend and holidays. For more information, see the City's website.

Veterans Day Collection Drive Ending Nov. 11

Wheaton City Hall is one of the collection sites where you can drop off items to support several veterans organizations until Nov. 11. Items include toiletries, cleaning supplies, dog food, household items, socks, gloves, and warm coats.

Public Works Crews Cleaning Up Wind Damage

Wheaton’s Public Works crews are working to clean up damage from this weekend's high winds, which caused a significant amount of downed tree branches and limbs. Crews are prioritizing clearing streets to ensure all roadways are passable and will continue to clear parkway tree damage throughout the City over the next few days. If you’d like to report damage to parkway trees, please use the City’s Online Service Request Form at www.wheaton.il.us/servicerequest. Please note: The City is clearing damage from parkway trees only; for damage to trees on private property, you will need to place branches/limbs at the curb for yard waste pickup in accordance with LRS guidelines or contact a tree service to remove private trees. Thank you for your patience as our crews continue working to clear damage throughout the City.

Wheaton Public Library to Host Holiday Book and Art Sale

Friends of the Wheaton Public Library return with the popular Holiday Book and Art Sale. Patrons will have the opportunity to purchase used books, holiday items, items from a silent auction, and more! The sale opens on Thursday, Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and continues from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12; and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13.

Electronic Recycling to Take Place Saturday, Nov. 12

Monthly electronic recycling will take place Saturday, Nov 12 at the Public Works Storage Yard located at 820 W Liberty Drive. Bring unwanted electronics to the monthly electronic recycling collection. This is a drive-through event where volunteers will help unload items from your car. Please note that there is a charge for all TVs and monitors at this event. For more information, visit the City's website.

Pumpkin Smash Successful

The City of Wheaton’s Environmental Improvement Commission hosted the “Pumpkin Smash” drop-off in the commuter parking lot at Liberty and Carlton. The pumpkins were composted, rather than sent to the landfill. Thanks to everyone for participating!

City of Wheaton’s Budget Available Now

The City of Wheaton’s budget is now available for the public to review. The Council will be reviewing the budget at two Budget Workshop Sessions: Monday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 19 at 9 a.m. The community is welcome to attend these meetings, and each will be recorded and posted on the City's website. To view, visit https://www.wheaton.il.us/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/5693.

Wheaton American Legion Veterans Day Ceremony at Memorial Park

American Legion Post 76 will present a Veterans Day Ceremony at Memorial Park on Friday, Nov. 11 at 10:45 a.m. Everyone is encouraged to attend this event which will honor our nation's veterans.

Register for ALICE Training with Wheaton Police Department

The Wheaton Police Department presents ALICE Training (Alert-Lockdown-Inform-Counter-Evacuate) at the Wheaton Public Library on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. ALICE helps teach individuals and groups how to proactively handle the threat in a violent encounter or active shooter event. To register, visit https://wheatonlibrary.org/event/alice-training.

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Upcoming Meetings

Commission on Aging

Thursday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

City Budget Workshop Session

Monday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Historic Commission

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

Wednesday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Upcoming Library Events

The Airborne on D-Day

Thursday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.
Wheaton Public Library • Hybrid
225 N. Cross St.

In the early hours of 6 June, 1944, US Airborne Divisions perilously dropped paratroopers into enemy territory. Robert Mueller will explain how these paratroopers prevented Germany from attacking the American amphibious landings, despite being frequently off target, lost, and lacking heavy weapons. Registration required.

Sunday Concert: Jazz Spectrum

Sunday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m.
Wheaton Public Library • In-Person
225 N. Cross St.

Jazz Spectrum is an energetic, jazz-influenced vocal quartet backed by three horns and a swinging rhythm section. From lush ballads to hip renditions of big band music, from good-time ’50s rock n’ roll to lightning-fast vocalese lyrics, Jazz Spectrum lays down a dazzling performance of rich harmonies and tight ensemble work. No registration required.

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