Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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Bring Pumpkins to Wheaton’s Pumpkin SmashThe City of Wheaton’s Environmental Improvement Commission in partnership with SCARCE will once again host a “Pumpkin Smash” drop-off for pumpkins right after Halloween, from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 4 in the City’s Commuter Parking Lot at Liberty and Carlton. This collection will allow you to drop off pumpkins (please remove decorations first) to be composted, rather than going to the landfill. |
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City of Wheaton Leaf Collection RemindersAs the autumn leaves begin to fall, the City of Wheaton reminds you of the ways you can properly dispose of leaves. - 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.
- 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.
- 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. |
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Temporary Road Closure on Main Street for Union Pacific Railroad RepairsMain Street will be closed at the railroad tracks from Monday, Nov. 6, through Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, while Union Pacific Railroad performs track repairs. Northbound traffic will be detoured using Liberty Drive to West Street to Front Street around this work. Southbound traffic will be detoured using Wesley Street to West Street to Liberty Drive. Traffic lights along the detour route will be changed to flashing red to improve traffic flow during this work and should be treated the same as a stop sign. Thank you for your cooperation during these repairs. |
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Stormwater Utility Fee Lookup Map Now AvailableThe City is proposing to restructure the existing stormwater utility based on each property's impervious surface area (any area on the property that prevents stormwater from draining into the soil), rather than water consumption. Check out the Stormwater Utility Fee Lookup Map, a new interactive tool where you can search for your address to see the impervious area calculation for your property and estimated fee. You can learn more about the proposed fee restructuring at wheaton.il.us/stormwaterutility. |
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Final Month of this Season's French MarketNovember is the final month of this season's French Market at the downtown pavilion on Liberty and Main Street. Note that this month's hours are now 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This popular outdoor market run by Bensidoun USA is styled after the quaint outdoor markets of France, offering fresh produce, flowers, handcrafted goods, specialty foods, jewelry, crafts, baked goods and much more. |
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Keeping Warm During Winter; Heating Ordinance & Permit ReminderThe colder months are fast approaching. The City of Wheaton has established heating ordinance requirements to ensure that all residents remain warm and comfortable. From Sept. 15 through June 1, any individuals that rent or lease one or more dwelling units within the City are required to provide a minimum indoor temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit for their tenants. Additionally, now is a good time for homeowners and landlords to have their heating systems checked by a qualified professional to confirm that the unit is working properly. If it is determined that the furnace needs to be replaced, a permit must be obtained from the Building Department. For more information, please visit the City's website. |
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Wheaton Public Library to Host Presentation on the Reintroduction of Native Americans into IllinoisOn 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. |
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Upcoming Library Events
Friends Holiday Book & Art Sale In-person Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St.
Start your holiday shopping early at the Friends Holiday Book & Art Sale! Find like-new books, autographed copies, collectibles, Christmas items, art prints, unique gifts, and more.
Dates & Times: Thursday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, 1-5 p.m.
Upcoming Meetings
Community Relations Commission
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
Coffee with Council
Saturday, Nov. 4, 10 a.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St. City Council Meeting
Monday, Nov. 6, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
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