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Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024

City Passes Budget with No Property Tax Levy Increase for Sixth Consecutive Year

At its Dec. 16, 2024 meeting, the Wheaton City Council approved the 2025 annual budget, through which the City will continue providing the same high level of services and programs to the Wheaton community without raising the property tax levy for the sixth consecutive year. The annual budget includes no new taxes and prioritizes infrastructure improvements to Wheaton’s roads, sewers and water system infrastructure. For more information, visit the City's website.
Happy Holidays

Holiday Garbage Collection Schedule & City Office Closures

There will be no garbage collection on Wednesday, Dec. 25. Pickup will be delayed by one day for Wednesday through Friday pickup days during that week. Additionally, non-emergency City offices will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 25.
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Light Up Wheaton Holiday Contest Map Now Available

The City of Wheaton and Wheaton Park District are proud to present the 5th annual Light Up Wheaton holiday decorating contest. An online map is now available for residents looking to drive by and enjoy the entries in person!

20 participants are showcasing their fun, creative, out-of-the-box outdoor decorating ideas in what has quickly become one of Wheaton’s favorite holiday traditions.

Awards will be given in three categories: Most Creative, People's Choice, and Mayor's Choice. Photos and locations are now shared on the City of Wheaton and Wheaton Park District Facebook pages for public voting for the People’s Choice award.
Wheaton Firefighters

Wheaton Welcomes Three New Firefighters

Please welcome Wheaton's three new firefighters! DeWhon Gavin, David Kelly and Bryan VanDuser were sworn in at the December 16 City Council meeting. 

  • Firefighter DeWhon Gavin brings with him experience as a firefighter with the Tinley Park Fire Department and has a bachelor's degree in social work with a minor in business from the University of St. Francis. 
  • Firefighter David Kelly brings with him experience as a firefighter with the Maywood Fire Department and the Morris Fire Protection District and has an associate's degree from the College of DuPage.
  • Firefighter Bryan VanDuser holds a master's degree in applied exercise science and a bachelor's degree in exercise science from Concordia, previously worked as a personal trainer in sports performance, graduated from EMT school and recently completed the Fire Academy in Romeoville. 

We are excited to welcome these three new firefighters to the Wheaton Fire Department and to our community.
Steering Wheel Lock

Wheaton Police Providing Anti-Theft Devices

To combat the rise in recent motor vehicle thefts, the Wheaton Police Department is providing steering wheel lock devices (commonly referred to as a club) to individuals who live or work in Wheaton and own eligible Hyundai and Kia models being targeted by thieves. These devices were donated by the Hyundai and Kia Motor Companies.

To qualify for the program, residents must meet these requirements:

  • You must have a 2011-2021 Hyundai or Kia vehicle with a turn-to-start key ignition system (not a push-to-start button)
  • You must live or work in Wheaton and show a government-issued ID, and
  • The vehicle must be registered to you.

To obtain a steering wheel lock, please contact the Wheaton Police Department either by using the City’s online Service Request Form (select “Request a Steering Wheel Lock”) or by calling 630-260-2161 and asking to speak with the Traffic Unit.

Christmas Tree Recycling Available Starting Dec. 26

Christmas trees will be recycled from Thursday, Dec. 26 through Friday, Jan. 10 at no charge on your garbage pickup day for residents served by LRS. During this free collection period, make sure trees are free of all decorations and are not in plastic bags. After the free collection period, you will need to attach one garbage/organic sticker to a Christmas tree to have it collected. Please note there will be no garbage collection on Wednesday, Dec. 25 or Wednesday, Jan. 1. Pickup will be delayed by one day for Wednesday through Friday pickup days during those weeks.
Santa and Mrs. Claus

Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus at the "W" Tent this Saturday

Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Wheaton, and they want to see you! Visit the "W" Tent in downtown Wheaton (on Front Street, west of Main Street) from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 21 for their final visit in Wheaton this season.

This is the perfect time to take a picture with Santa and even check if you made the nice list this year. For more information, visit the Downtown Wheaton Association's website.


City of Wheaton Videos

  • City Council Meeting 12-16-24
  • Holidays in Wheaton 2024


Upcoming Meetings

There are no upcoming meetings this week. Please note that the Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission Meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 18 has been cancelled.
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