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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Mayor Suess Arbor Day Proclomation

Wheaton Adopts Proclamation to Protect Trees

In advance of Arbor Day, Forestry Superintendent Jason Ackerlund and Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission member Cathy Coleman accepted a proclamation from Mayor Suess celebrating Wheaton's efforts to protect trees. The Forestry Division and Environmental Improvement Commission will lead the City's Arbor Day celebration with students at Edison Middle School later this week.

Mayor and Two City Council Members to be Sworn into Office May 1; Community Invited to Reception

Before the start of Monday's City Council meeting, current Mayor Philip Suess, current At-Large City Councilwoman Erica Bray-Parker and incoming At-Large City Councilman Bradley Clousing will be sworn into office to serve four-year terms on the Wheaton City Council. Wheaton voters selected these candidates in the April 4 Consolidated Election, and each will be sworn in on May 1. The community is invited to meet your Mayor and At-Large City Council members during a reception from 6-6:45 p.m. in the Gamon Room of City Hall, 303 W. Wesley St., and attend the swearing-in ceremony at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers. 
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Hale Street Closing Soon for Return of Outdoor Dining Tents

Crews will be closing the block of Hale Street between Front Street and Wesley Street during the evening hours of Monday, May 1 to begin setting up the Hale Street Tents. This block will remain closed to vehicle traffic through early October to allow for shared outdoor dining tents, which are managed by the Downtown Wheaton Association. Please remember that you may not ride bikes, scooters, skateboards or skates under the tents or on the sidewalks. You will also find numerous opportunities for outdoor dining and live entertainment in other downtown locations and in Wheaton's other shopping districts during warmer months, too, as many Wheaton restaurants and businesses offer outdoor dining and entertainment. Be sure to check out all that's happening and support the local business community in Wheaton!

Take Brief Survey on Biking and Walking in Wheaton

With the coming of spring, the Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission is running a short 5-minute survey from now until May 15 seeking residents’ opinions about biking and walking here in Wheaton. The Commission hopes to hear from a wide variety of walkers and riders. Survey submitters will be entered in a raffle for the chance to win one of four bike helmets equipped with LED. The survey is available online.
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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.
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Native Plant Sale on Saturday

Wheaton has an opportunity to “grow native” with the return of the Native Plant Sale from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. this 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. 

Downtown Wheaton Association to Host Touch-A-Truck on Saturday

Saturday, April 29, Liberty Drive will be closed between Wheaton Avenue and Main Street, to make way for trucks, construction vehicles, emergency vehicles, and more. Join the Downtown Wheaton Association from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for this free, family-friendly event. Get up close, climb, honk, and touch these cool vehicles from right behind the wheel. For more information, visit the Downtown Wheaton Association website.
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City of Wheaton Videos

  • Great Fires of Wheaton Bike Ride
  • City Council Public Hearing 4-24-23


Upcoming Library Events

To register, please visit wheatonlibrary.org/calendar 

Mobile DMV & Blood Pressure Screening

Thursday, April 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

In-person
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St.


The Secretary of State's Mobile Express Unit will offer limited services, including Driver’s License/State ID Card renewal, replacement, and correction, Vehicle Sticker Sales, and more. Northwestern Medicine will also be doing blood pressure screenings from 10am-noon. Visit wheatonlibrary.org/calendar for more info. No registration required.  


Concert: Jazz Occurrence Feat. Morgan Pirtle & Aaron Day 

Sunday, Apr. 30, 2-3 p.m.

In-person
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St.


Join us for a sonic arts and visual arts collaboration celebrating Herbie Hancock’s International Jazz Day as artist Lewis Achenbach paints while vocalist Morgan Pirtle and guitarist Aaron Day perform. No registration required. 



Upcoming Meetings

City Council Meeting

Monday, May 1, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.


Community Relations Commission

Wednesday, May 3, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
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communications@wheaton.il.us. 
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