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The First Shot at Gettysburg: History, Reenacting, and Award Presentation on July 1Don't miss The First Shot at Gettysburg: History, Reenacting, and Award Presentation on July 1 hosted by the Illinois National Guard, Illinois Military Museum, City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission, City of Wheaton Historic Commission, and the DuPage County Historical Museum. The event will feature reenacting displays in Adams Park, presentations at the Museum, tables with relics and artifacts, and more! To learn more and register, visit the DuPage County Historical Museum's website. |
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Visit the Field of Honor at Seven Gables Park Starting this FridayThe community is encouraged to visit the Field of Honor. Starting Friday, June 30 through Tuesday, July 4, Seven Gables Park is displaying 2,000 flags, with each flag representing an individual and telling a story. Flags may be sponsored to honor individuals currently serving, fallen servicemen and women, first responders, heroes in our lives, all veterans, and hometown heroes. The display is open to all without charge. Thank you to the Wheaton Park District and Warrenville VFW Post 8081 for creating this meaningful salute to heroes everywhere. For more information, visit the Wheaton Park District's website. |
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Wheaton Municipal Band to Host Annual Patriotic Concert TomorrowThe community is invited to attend the Wheaton Municipal Band's annual patriotic concert Thursday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Park. This concert will feature traditional favorites as well as a special tribute to the 100th anniversary of one of the world's most popular marches, Edwin Franko Goldman's On the Mall. For more information, visit the Wheaton Municipal Band's website. |
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Reminder: Temporary Road Closures & Traffic Delays for 2023 Independence Day EventsThe Wheaton Park District will be hosting the Independence Day Celebration on July 3 and July 4. The City of Wheaton is proud to help sponsor these community celebrations and encourages the community to take part. Fireworks: The fireworks display will be on Monday, July 3, at Graf Park, 1855 Manchester Road, at approximately 9 p.m. The evening will also feature small carnival rides, DJ entertainment, giveaways, and more, which will begin at 5:30 p.m. During this time, motorists can expect traffic delays on: - North County Farm Road between West Roosevelt Road and Geneva Road
- Manchester Road between East Street (Winfield) and North Gables Boulevard
- Surrounding neighborhood side streets near the DuPage County Fairgrounds
Parking for this event will be the parking lot on the west side of the DuPage County Fairgrounds. The parking lot can be accessed using the entrance to the DuPage County Governmental Complex entryway on County Farm Road. Disabled parking only will be located at Monroe Middle School. Parking regulations will be strictly enforced. Parade: The parade will be held on Tuesday, July 4, beginning at 10 a.m. The parade route will begin at Main Street and Hawthorne Boulevard, traveling south on Main Street, then turning west onto Union Avenue, continuing south on Wheaton Avenue to Front Street, and concluding at Cross Street. Roads temporarily closed from approximately 9 a.m. to noon include: - Main Street - between Cole Avenue and Liberty Drive
- Wesley Street - between Washington Street and Scott Street
- Harrison Avenue - between Wheaton Avenue and Cross Street
- Wheaton Avenue - between Franklin Street and Front Street
- Union Avenue - between West Street and Main Street
- Seminary Avenue - between West Street and Main Street
- Wesley Avenue - between Wheaton Avenue and Main Street
- Front Street - between West Street and Cross Street
For more information and to view the parade map, visit the City's website. |
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City of Wheaton Fireworks Ordinance ReminderWith the Fourth of July holiday just around the corner, this is a reminder that setting off/lighting or selling fireworks violates City Ordinance (unless special criteria outlined by state law apply and the proper permitting is obtained through the City). Leave the fireworks to the professionals; attend local fireworks displays to prevent injuries or death by recreational fireworks. |
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City Offices Closed; Garbage Schedule Change for Fourth of JulyIn observance of Independence Day, non-emergency City offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4. Garbage, recycling, and yard waste will not be picked up on Tuesday, July 4, so Tuesday through Friday pickups will be delayed by one day during this week. |
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Steering Wheel Lock Program Expanded to Individuals Who Work in WheatonTo help deter motor vehicle thefts, the Wheaton Police Department is expanding its program to provide steering wheel lock devices (commonly called a club) to individuals who work in Wheaton and own eligible Hyundai and Kia models that are being targeted by thieves. Wheaton residents are also eligible. To qualify for the program, you must meet these requirements: - You must have a 2011-2021 Hyundai or Kia vehicle with a turn-to-start key ignition system (not a push-to-start button)
- You must work in Wheaton and show via a government-issued ID
- The vehicle must be registered to you
To obtain a steering wheel lock, please contact the Wheaton Police Department either by using the City’s online Service Request Form (select “Request a Steering Wheel Lock”) or by calling 630-260-2161.
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Wheaton at Work: John BerringerAs a first grader at Madison Elementary School in 2001, John Berringer wanted to find a way to help the Wheaton community. He decided to raise money for stuffed animals to comfort children being taken to the hospital in an ambulance, providing comfort to kids like him during a scary time. He soon raised enough money and then presented the box of dogs, rabbits, and other critters to paramedics Nancy Lesko and Brian Schmidt at Fire Station 38, where he had the opportunity to sit in the back of an ambulance and meet some of Wheaton's firefighters. Today, John works as a member of the very same fire department as a paramedic. “I always had an interest in being a paramedic and it was always something that I wanted to do. After college I decided to apply to paramedic school, and I got accepted. I started working in Wheaton a year later. Working in the town I grew up in is rewarding because I have run into people on calls that I went to school with or knew from growing up, and them knowing me helps their comfort level during their emergency. I really enjoy being able to give back to the town I grew up in," said John. Thank you to John for his continued efforts and dedication to the City of Wheaton and our residents! |
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Upcoming July Neighborhood Roll Call Events AnnouncedThe Wheaton Police Department continues the popular Neighborhood Roll Call events for the summer with more July dates! These family friendly outdoor community gatherings are designed to connect residents with the officers who serve them and share current safety information. The Wheaton Police Department appreciates the many faith communities who are allowing us to host events at their sites. The July events will take place: - Tuesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church (715 N. Carlton Ave., northeast corner of Carlton and Jefferson)
- Tuesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church (515 S. Wheaton Ave.)
- Thursday, July 20, 6:30 p.m., at Northside Park (1300 N West St., in front of the Northside Warming Shelter across from the tennis courts)
- Tuesday, July 25, 6: 30 p.m., at the Islamic Center of Wheaton (900 E. Geneva Road)
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Upcoming Meetings
Community Relations CommissionWednesday, July 5, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
The City Council Meeting originally scheduled for July 3 has been canceled.
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