City of Wheaton Leaf Collection Reminders

As the autumn leaves begin to fall, the City of Wheaton reminds you of the ways you can properly dispose of leaves.

• Place leaves in containers 35 gallons in size or smaller, or in biodegradable bags.
• Containers or bags must weigh less than 50 pounds when filled.
• Each container or bag requires an LRS yard waste/organics/excess garbage sticker, available at City Hall and at many local grocery and hardware stores.
• When you’re cleaning up leaves, please be careful not to blow or rake them into the streets. Doing so can prevent storm sewers from functioning properly and can lead to flooding. If your house is located near a storm sewer catch basin, please help keep it clear by sweeping away leaves and debris from the sewer grate.
• Burning leaves is not allowed.
• LRS collects yard waste, food scraps and organic materials on your garbage day through the second full week of December.

For more information, visit the City's website.

Donate Winter Clothing During the Wheaton Gives Back Program 

The Wheaton Community Relations Commission is once again providing opportunities for Wheaton residents to make a difference in the community through its “Wheaton Gives Back” program, which includes a winter gear drive throughout this month. Residents can drop off new or gently used winter clothing (hats, scarves, gloves, coats) in donation boxes located throughout downtown Wheaton and other locations. For more information and a list of locations, see the City's website.

Preparing for the Colder Months: Start with Window Insulation

With the colder months quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to inspect your windows to determine if it is time for replacement. Replacing windows that have cracks, leaks, broken seals, or rotted frames will save on energy costs and improve the thermal capabilities of your windows. As a reminder, the City of Wheaton requires a permit for all window replacements. For questions, contact the City of Wheaton Building Department at 630-260-2050 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, please visit the City's website.

Wheaton Public Library to Host Presentation on the Reintroduction of Native Americans into Illinois

On Thursday, Nov. 2 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Wheaton Public Library, Chief White Winnebago will discuss the culture and history of the HoChunk nation, including how his family was relocated into Starved Rock. This event is co-sponsored by the City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission and the Wheaton League of Women Voters. Registration is required. For more information, visit the Wheaton Public Library's website.