Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Deadline Approaching to Submit 2023 Good Citizens Awards Nominations

The Community Relations Commission is seeking nominations for individuals and groups for the 2023 Good Citizens Awards now through March 31. The categories for nominees are student, adult, and group. Nominees must be current Wheaton residents who go above and beyond for the benefit of Wheaton and its citizens. This may be volunteer service for a school, religious institution, nursing home, civic group, or nonprofit organization. To nominate someone, fill out an application online or mail your application to Wheaton City Hall, Attn: Andrea Rosedale, 303 W. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL 60187.

Apply Today: City Boards & Commissions Open Positions

Do you want to make an impact in the Wheaton community? Get involved by applying for an open position on one of the boards! The following are accepting applications:

Band Commission
Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission
Commission on Aging
Downtown Design Review Board
Fine & Cultural Arts Commission
Historic Commission
Library Board

To apply, complete the City's online Boards & Commissions Application.

Women of Wheaton Event to Take Place on Tuesday, March 21

Don't miss the Women of Wheaton event on Tuesday, March 21 at 7 p.m. at the Wheaton Public Library. Wheaton historian and journalist Bob Goldsborough will share the history and accomplishments of some of Wheaton's notable women who have made an impact at the local or national level. Provided in partnership with the Wheaton League of Women Voters and the City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission. To register, please visit the Wheaton Public Library's website.

Welcome Wheaton's newest firefighter, Jeremiah McCue

New firefighter Jeremiah McCue was sworn into the Wheaton Fire Department at a recent City Council meeting. He is originally from the Aurora area and brings with him five years of experience with the Montgomery Fire Protection District. Welcome to Wheaton!

Mayor Suess Shaking Hands with Firefighter

Wheaton Firefighters Completed a Hazardous Materials Response Exercise

Wheaton firefighters recently completed a hazardous materials response exercise at the West Chicago Fire Protection District along with other members of the West Suburban Fire Rescue Alliance. In this exercise, firefighters practiced responding to a hazardous materials scenario, which involves first identifying the type of hazard released and its chemical properties. Based on this information, firefighters determine which level of protective gear is required, then practice donning the gear, entering the hazardous area, containing the hazard, and firefighter decontamination upon exiting the hazard.

Prairie Path Cleanup Volunteer Registration Now Open

The Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission encourages the community to take part in the annual Prairie Path Cleanup on Saturday, April 29, 9 a.m.-noon. This is an all-ages event, and all volunteer groups, families, businesses, student groups, and others are welcome. This is a great volunteer opportunity and will help keep the miles of Illinois Prairie Path that run through Wheaton clean for all to enjoy. To volunteer, participants must register online by visiting https://ipp.org/cleanup/.

DuPage County Seeking Public Input on Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

DuPage County's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (OHSEM) will host a public information and planning session regarding natural hazards that could impact the County. The meeting is part of an effort to update DuPage County's Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is a process that takes place every five years. The meeting will be held from 6-7 p.m. March 21 at OHSEM offices, 418 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton.

Get to Know Another Wheaton Business in 'Now Open in Wheaton'

Check out this new edition of the City's Now Open in Wheaton series with Wheaton Chamber of Commerce, where we meet Blue Willow Mercantile, a quilting, sewing & machine accessory store that also offers longarm service and classes. The store is located at 1 Town Square.

Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Tips

The Wheaton Fire Department would like to remind you of safety tips related to lithium-ion batteries. Did you know? Lithium-ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices including smart phones, laptops, e-bikes, smoke alarms, toys, and cars. If not used correctly, or if damaged, these batteries can catch on fire or explode. Key safety tips include:

Purchase devices that are listed by a qualified testing laboratory and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Only use the battery that is designed for the device and put batteries in the device the right way.
Only use the charging cord that came with the device and do not charge a device under your pillow, on your bed, or on a couch.
Do not keep charging the device or device battery after it is fully charged.
Keep batteries at room temperature when possible and store them away from anything that can catch fire.

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Upcoming Library Events

Please register for these events at wheatonlibrary.org/calendar.

Concert: STEAM Trio

Sunday, March 19, 2-3:30 p.m.

In-person

Wheaton Public Library

225 N. Cross St.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s with STEAM Trio, described as a dynamic blend of traditional Irish and Celtic melodies with modern rhythmic ideas and chord structures. WPL acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. No registration required.

Living History: Beatrix Potter

Wednesday, March 22, 7 p.m.

Hybrid

Wheaton Public Library

225 N. Cross St.

Meet this beloved author and illustrator whose skills went far beyond Peter Rabbit. Beatrix Potter overcame barriers that kept women out of business and science and worked to preserve the landscape and culture of England’s Lake District. Registration required.

Upcoming Meetings

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

Wednesday, March 15, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

City Council Meeting

Monday, March 20, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Library Board

Monday, March 20, 7 p.m.
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St.

Historic Commission

Tuesday, March 21, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Contact Us

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