New Martin Memorial Plaza Dedication & Vintage Rides Kickoff This Friday
Join the City of Wheaton and the Downtown Wheaton Association for a special rededication of the Martin Memorial Plaza on Friday, May 24. It will also serve as the “We’re Back on Front Street!” kickoff of the Vintage Rides classic car show season, which returns to Front Street on Friday nights for the summer.
Check out the vintage cars starting at 6 p.m., and celebrate the rededication of Martin Memorial Plaza (on Front Street just west of Main Street) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6:30 p.m. The special evening will celebrate the new Front Street improvements and will feature vintage cars, music, strolling entertainment, cake and food vendors.
A focal point of the work completed in Phase 1 of the Downtown Streetscape Project, the new Martin Memorial Plaza features an outdoor fireplace, water feature, unique planters with a nod to Wheaton’s railroad history, a large gather space with tables and chairs, and overhead light strands that set a festive mood at night.
Lawn Watering Restrictions Underway
Lawn watering restrictions started May 15. Annual lawn watering restrictions are in effect from May 15 to September 15. Residents with odd-numbered street addresses can water their lawns on odd-numbered days and those with even-numbered addresses are limited to even-numbered days. Sprinkling is prohibited between noon and 6 p.m. every day. Contact the Water Division at 630-260-2090 for a 10-day new sod/seed variance.
No Garbage Pickup Monday
Due to the Memorial Day holiday, there will be no garbage/recycling/yard waste pickup on Monday, May 27. All pickups for the week of May 27 will be one day later than usual.
City Offices Closed Monday
Non-emergency City of Wheaton offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day.
Sister City Commission Seeks Members
The Sister City Commission is currently seeking residents interested in becoming part of the commission. The Sister City Commission’s purpose is to encourage communication and consciousness between the people of Wheaton and its sister cities: Karlskoga, Sweden, and Wheaton Aston, England. To be considered for the commission, please fill out the Boards & Commissions Volunteer Application form and submit it to the City Clerk’s office.
Deadline is May 28 to Apply for City Council Position Appointment
The Wheaton City Council is seeking individuals who would be interested in being appointed to the currently vacant North District City Council position for a 2-year term. The North District includes properties in the City located north of the railroad tracks. The position became vacant on May 6, 2019 as a result of Councilman Suess being sworn in as Wheaton City Mayor. The deadline to submit documents for consideration to this appointment is 5 p.m. May 28. See the City’s website for more information.
Taste of Wheaton Coming Soon
Join the Wheaton Park District and Wheaton Chamber of Commerce for Wheaton’s annual kick-off to summer with the Taste of Wheaton May 30 through June 2. Taste of Wheaton offers food, live entertainment, a carnival, arts & crafts fair and much more. Visit www.wheatonparkdistrict.com for more information.
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