Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Celebrate Arbor Day on Friday

Wheaton's Forestry Division and Environmental Improvement Commission will celebrate Arbor Day with students at Franklin Middle School on Friday, April 27 with a tree-planting ceremony. The event will also celebrate Wheaton’s status as a Tree City USA.

Take Part in Annual Prairie Path Cleanup

Wheaton’s Environmental Commission encourages individuals, families, scout groups, community groups, churches, businesses and others to help clean up the 16 miles of the Illinois Prairie Path that run through Wheaton from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 28. Bring work gloves, and the commission will assign you a location and provide the garbage bags. For more information, see the City’s website.

See What’s Happening in Downtown Wheaton

Watch this video update to see what’s happening this week on Front Street as the Downtown Streetscape Project gets into full swing. 

Home History Research Help 

The Wheaton Historic Commission in cooperation with the Wheaton Public Library will assist residents who want to research the history of their homes on April 28 and 30 in honor of Preservation Month. The commission organizes events each year in May to promote and celebrate Wheaton history. Find information on this and other events at www.wheaton.il.us/preservationmonth.
 

Note Road Closures for Lowell School 5K

The Lowell School 5K Run/Walk will take place Saturday morning at 9 a.m. Please note these temporary road closures during the event.

 

Interested in Becoming a Wheaton Police Officer?

The Wheaton Police Department will be conducting testing for those interested in applying for a police officer position. You must submit an online application and required documents by 4 p.m. May 22. For more information, visit www.wheaton.il.us/jobs.

Hydrant Flushing Begins Sunday

The City’s Water Division will begin its 2018 Hydrant Flushing Program on April 29, 2018, and will continue for approximately two weeks. To minimize inconvenience to residents, hydrant flushing will be done between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. The purpose of this program is to flush out particles that accumulate in water lines. During or immediately following the hydrant flushing, water discoloration may occur. It is best not to draw large amounts of water if you experience discoloration. Residents with questions may call the Water Division at 630-260-2090.
 

Storm Sewer Rate Change Effective May 1

Starting May 1, 2018, Wheaton residents will see an additional flat fee of $1.50 per month on their water/sewer bills, and an increase of $0.10 per 100 cubic feet of water used. These changes were approved by the City Council on April 2 to finance storm sewer operations and stormwater infrastructure projects.
 

City of Wheaton Videos

• Downtown Wheaton Streetscape Update 4/20/18
  
• Wheaton Insider: Stormwater
  
• Inside Your Community Schools: FIT
  

Upcoming Meetings

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission Meeting