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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Police Department Annual Report

Read the Police Department Annual Report

The Wheaton Police Department invites the community to read the 2022 Police Department Annual Report. This report continues the department's commitment to transparency, and it contains an informative summary of the past year plus information on how your police department operates.  

Electronic Recycling Available This Weekend

From 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 13, at the City's Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty Drive, you can drop off unwanted electronics, scrap metal, cooking oil, clothing, fluorescent tube lights (no CFLs) and more. A fee applies for monitors and televisions. Please see the City's website for the detailed list of items accepted.

Cops and Bobbers photo

Register for Fishing Event with Wheaton Police Department

Get ready to go fishing! Join the Wheaton Police Department and DuPage County Forest Preserve Police for Cops & Bobbers, a community event where kids can fish with the cops! The event will take place on Wednesday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Herrick Lake in the DuPage County Forest Preserve. Pre-register for the event by completing the online form.

Downtown Streetscape Celebration Approaching

The City of Wheaton invites the community to attend the Downtown Streetscape Project Celebration on Saturday, May 20, to mark the completion of its multi-year downtown infrastructure improvement project. This free family-friendly event will take place near the new pavilion at Main Street and Liberty Drive with music, activities, and more. Activities start at 9 a.m., with a ribbon cutting and French Market Grand Opening at 10:30 a.m. Find out more on the City's website.

Wheaton House

Lawn Watering Restrictions Begin May 15

From May 15 through Sept. 15, lawn watering restrictions begin in the City of Wheaton. As a reminder:

  • If your address ends in an even number, you can only water your lawn on even-numbered days on the calendar, but not between noon and 6 p.m. on even-numbered days.
  • If your address ends in an odd number, you can only water your lawn on odd-numbered days on the calendar, but not between noon and 6 p.m. on odd-numbered days.

If you're planting grass seed or laying sod, contact the City's Water Division at 630-260-2090 to receive a 10-day variance from these requirements.

Celebrate Preservation Month in Wheaton

In conjunction with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Wheaton has joined communities across the nation in honoring our community's history with Historic Preservation Month. The City of Wheaton Historic Commission is offering several opportunities to the community this month including:

  • Blue signs in front of the more than 200 historic homes and buildings. Scan the QR code on the sign with your phone’s camera or visit the interactive Wheaton Historic Register Map.
  • For those who want to learn more about the history of their Wheaton home, there's an upcoming Home History Research one-on-one session at the Wheaton Public Library featuring Gretchen Murphy, Adult Services Librarian, Genealogy & Local History Specialist on Saturday, May 13 from 1-4 p.m. Reservations for appointments are being taken at 630-868-7523 or askref@wheatonlibrary.org

Hale Street Tents Now Open

The Hale Street Tents are back! As a reminder, the block of Hale Street between Front Street and Wesley Street will remain closed to vehicle traffic through early October. Please remember that you may not ride bikes, scooters, skateboards or skates under the tents or on the sidewalks. You will also find numerous opportunities for outdoor dining and live entertainment in other downtown locations and in Wheaton's other shopping districts during warmer months, too, as many Wheaton restaurants and businesses offer outdoor dining and entertainment.

Hale Street Tent
Bike Tour

Join Community Biking and Walking Tours

The Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission encourages the community to participate in the commission's regularly scheduled group bike rides and walks to various areas in and near Wheaton. Anyone can participate in these events. For information and upcoming dates for group rides and walks, visit the City's website.

Police Seek Assistance Locating Individuals in Connection with Armed Robbery

The Wheaton Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating two individuals wanted in connection with the Memorial Day Armed Robbery of the T-Mobile last year. Two individuals are in custody, and two additional individuals wanted in connection with this armed robbery remain at large. See more information on the City's website.


Hydrant Flushing Program Begins

The City’s Water Division began its Hydrant Flushing Program this week and will continue for several weeks. The purpose is to flush out particles that accumulate in water lines. During or immediately following the flushing, water discoloration may occur. It is best not to draw large amounts of water if you experience discoloration. Residents with questions can contact the Water Division at 630-260-2090.

Hydrant Flushing

Biking and Walking in Wheaton Survey Deadline is May 15

The Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission is running a short 5-minute survey from now until May 15 seeking residents’ opinions about biking and walking here in Wheaton. The Commission hopes to hear from a wide variety of walkers and riders. Survey submitters will be entered in a raffle for the chance to win one of four bike helmets equipped with LED. The survey is available online.




City of Wheaton Videos

  • Native Plant Sale 2023
  • City Council Planning Session 5-8-23
  • Arbor Day 2023
  • Planning & Zoning Board Meeting 5-9-23




Upcoming Library Events

To register, please visit wheatonlibrary.org/calendar

Friends Annual Meeting & Concert

Thursday, May 11, 7 p.m.

In-person

Wheaton Public Library

225 N. Cross Street


Make some new Friends at the Friends of Wheaton Public Library Annual Meeting! After a brief business meeting, stick around as Sherri Farley performs on the hammered dulcimer. Registration required. 


Seed & Seedling Share with Sustain DuPage

Saturday, May 13, 1-3 p.m.

In-person

Wheaton Public Library

225 N. Cross Street


Drop-in to share some seedlings and seeds and/or take some seeds for your summer garden! No registration required.




Upcoming Meetings

Liquor Control Commission

Thursday, May 11, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.


City Council Meeting

Monday, May 15, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Library Board

Monday, May 15, 7 p.m.
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St.


Fine & Cultural Arts Commission Special Meeting

Tuesday, May 16, 6 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.


Historic Commission

Tuesday, May 16, 7 p.m.

Wheaton City Hall

303 W. Wesley St.


Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

Wednesday, May 17, 7 p.m.

Wheaton City Hall

303 W. Wesley St.


city hall

Contact Us


To contact us, please send an email to: 
communications@wheaton.il.us. 

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