Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Wheaton to Begin Multi-Year Lead Service Line Replacement Program

Starting in May 2023, the City of Wheaton will begin a multi-year infrastructure project to replace all water service lines made from lead, helping to ensure the best possible drinking water for everyone in our community. Not only will the City be replacing any City-maintained water services that contain lead, but the City will extend this program to assist residents who have lead service lines on private property at no cost to these property owners. The City’s Water Division will soon send notifications to property owners whose service lines the City has identified as containing lead. The notification will also inform property owners which year of the program service line replacement to their home is scheduled to take place. For more information, visit the City's website.

Stuff the Squad Event on April 5 Supports Neighbors in Need

The Wheaton Police Department encourages the community to help neighbors in need through the Stuff the Squad event. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, you can visit the Wheaton Police Department at 900 W. Liberty Drive and drop off items to help stuff a squad car full of food donations and other items needed by the Milton Township Food Pantry for distribution to anyone in need. For more information, visit the City's website.

Submission Deadline Approaching for 2023 Good Citizens Award

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.

Annual Recycling Extravaganza Coming April 1

The City’s Environmental Improvement Commission invites the community to its annual Recycling Extravaganza with SCARCE on Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the DuPage Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road. Note this year’s new location for this popular event. You can bring many types of items for safe disposal or recycling at this drive-through event. For more information, visit the City's website.

Wheaton Firefighters Received New Personal Escape Equipment

Wheaton firefighters recently received new personal escape equipment designed to allow firefighters to quickly remove themselves from a fire on upper floors when traditional means of escape aren't available. This equipment consists of a specialized fire-resistant rope and pulley system with a harness that allows firefighters to exit out of a window or doorway and lower themselves to safety. After learning how to use the new equipment, Wheaton firefighters practiced bailout system maneuvers at Fire Station 38.

Save the Date: Native Plant Sale

Wheaton has an opportunity to “grow native” with the return of the Native Plant Sale from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 29 at the City’s Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty Drive. This event is provided through the partnership of the City's Environmental Improvement Commission, City of Wheaton and Wheaton Park District to encourage the community to choose eco-friendly plants for their landscapes. For more information, visit the City's website.

Wheaton's Team Frosted Donuts Raised Over $14,700 to Benefit Special Olympics Illinois

Team Frosted Donuts braved an icy pool to raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois with participants from Wheaton Police Department, Wheaton Fire Department, and Community Unit School District 200. Thank you to all those who supported the team! You can learn more about the team and their mission by visiting the team page at https://soill.donordrive.com/team/Wheaton.

DuPage County Clerk Announced 20 Early Voting Locations Now Open for 2023 Consolidated Election

DuPage County Clerk Jean Kaczmarek announced 20 Early Voting locations for the 2023 Consolidated Election which opened in DuPage County on Monday, March 20. Kaczmarek suggests those voters who have put off applying for a mail ballot should consider voting in-person during Early Voting or on Election Day. Voters who have received mail ballots are urged to complete them and return them as soon as possible. For a list of the locations, visit DuPage County's website.

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Upcoming Meetings

City Council Planning Session - Canceled

Monday, March 27, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

Tuesday, March 28, 6 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Planning & Zoning Board - Canceled

Tuesday, March 28, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Environmental Improvement Commission

Tuesday, March 28, 7:30 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

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