Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Wheaton Bike Path Map Available for Mobile Phones Using QR Code

The Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission announces that a QR Code to electronically access the Wheaton Bike Map is permanently available on a metal plaque by the Prairie Path map at Mile Marker Zero, located at Liberty and Carlton Avenues. The Commission website also has the bike path map available for downloading or printing. Printed maps can be found at the Wheaton Public Library.

Coyote Mating Season Beginning Soon

From approximately February through April, you may see more coyotes in the community as this is typical mating period. It's important to keep your pets on a leash and never leave them unattended during this time of year as you may be more likely to encounter a coyote. Additionally, coyotes can become a nuisance when they have easy access to food in residential areas, such as pet food or garbage. To discourage their presence, eliminate outdoor sources of food. For more information, visit http://www.wheaton.il.us/coyote.

The City of Wheaton Adopts Residential Lighting Ordinance

To help establish outdoor lighting standards in Wheaton’s neighborhoods, the City Council recently adopted a residential lighting ordinance. The goal of this ordinance is to help ensure that outdoor lights are not a nuisance to neighboring properties by establishing some minimal restrictions. This ordinance is not intended to cause property owners to buy new fixtures or make significant changes; it’s simply intended to ensure that property owners are being a good neighbor by keeping light on their own property. We appreciate your cooperation to help be a considerate neighbor. To see the full ordinance, visit the City’s website.

ComEd to Perform Tree Trimming Soon

Trees and branches that interfere with power lines can create safety hazards and cause power outages. Preventative tree maintenance helps avoid power outages. Within the next 3 months ComEd will trim trees, branches, and vines that interfere or have the potential to interfere with power lines. In some cases, tree removal may be required. For more information, visit ComEd.com/Trees or call 800-Edison-1 (800-334-7661). You can also view a map of impacted areas in Wheaton by visiting the City's website.

DuPage County Clerk Election Division to Provide Special Assistance in Voter Registration

The DuPage County Clerk Election Division announced that special assistance in voter registration is available to the elderly and voters with disabilities through the Division's office. The Division can assist in the arrangement of voter registration appointments with deputy registrars for the upcoming April 4, 2023 Consolidated Election. For more information, visit DuPage County's website.

Shared Cost Tree Program Full

The City's Shared Cost Tree Program has reached its capacity for this year, and the City is unable to accept additional applications. Thank you to all of the residents who elected to participate in this year's program and are adding new trees to our community. If you would like to plant a tree in the parkway, you can either wait for next year's program, which will begin accepting applications in January 2024, or you can submit a no-cost permit to plant a tree yourself.

Apply for the City's Summer Positions

Want to earn extra income and stay busy once summer rolls around? Wheaton is currently hiring Summer Laborers to work out of the Public Works Department over the months of May through August. This position works both independently and in groups and assists various divisions: Facilities, Forestry/Parks and Grounds, Streets, Signs, Water and Sewer, with multiple projects that directly impact the City. To apply, visit the City’s website.

Electronic Recycling Drop-off Event Saturday

This Saturday the City and the Environmental Improvement Commission will host the monthly electronic recycling collection event at the Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty Drive, from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information on accepted items, visit the City's website.

City of Wheaton Videos

City Council Meeting 2-6-23

Upcoming Meetings

Planning & Zoning Board

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Liquor Control Commission

Rescheduled to Thursday, Feb. 16, 7 p.m.

Wheaton City Hall

303 W. Wesley St.

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