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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

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Happy Holidays from the City of Wheaton

Thank you to the outstanding residents, businesses, community partners, and volunteers committed to the City of Wheaton's success. Wishing you joy and happiness this holiday season and a very happy new year!

Holiday Garbage Collection Schedule & City Office Closures

There will be no garbage collection on Monday, Dec. 25 or Monday, Jan. 1. Pickup will be delayed by one day for all routes during both of these weeks. Additionally, non-emergency City offices will be closed on Monday, Dec. 25 and Monday, Jan. 1.

City Council Passes Budget with No Increase in Tax Levy for Fifth Consecutive Year

On Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, the Wheaton City Council approved the City’s 2024 annual budget, which touts no increase in the property tax levy for the fifth year in a row and no new taxes. Despite not raising taxes, the 2024 budget will maintain current services and will invest $30.3 million in capital improvements to ensure high-quality infrastructure in our community.

City of Wheaton Overnight Parking Reminders

Do you have family or friends staying over for the holidays? Don't forget that parking on any City street is prohibited from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. each day. If you need to park on a City street between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m., you must either submit a request online before 1 a.m., or call the Police Department at 630-260-2161 to report the vehicle on the street.

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Christmas Tree Pickup Service

Christmas trees will be recycled from Tuesday, Dec. 26 through Friday, Jan. 12 at no charge on your garbage pickup day. During this free collection period, make sure trees are free of all decorations and are not in plastic bags. After the free collection period, you will need to attach one garbage/organic sticker to a Christmas tree to have it collected. Please note that all pickups the week of Jan. 1 will be delayed by one day due to the New Year’s Day observed holiday.

Vacation House Watch Service Available to Residents

Taking a vacation during the holiday season? Vacation House Watch is a police service that helps protect unoccupied homes while Wheaton residents are away on business or travel. Police will inspect homes periodically to help ensure their security. To enroll, please submit a Vacation House Watch form by visiting the City's website.




City of Wheaton Videos

  • City Council Meeting 12-18-23
  • Local Liquor Control Commission 12-14-23
  • Wheaton Holiday Kickoff Events 2023



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