New Wheaton City Council Sworn In

At this week's City Council Meeting, the four district representatives elected in the April 1 Consolidated Election were sworn into office to begin 4-year terms:

• Leah Brice, Councilwoman, East District 
• Scott A. Brown, Councilman, North District (incumbent)
• Lynn A. Robbins, Councilwoman, West District (incumbent)
• Scott Weller, Councilman, South District (incumbent)

The Wheaton City Council is comprised of four district representatives, two at-large representatives and the mayor.

Today is National Bike & Roll to School Day; Please Use Extra Caution When Driving

Today, Wheaton students are joining thousands across the country in biking, walking, or rolling to school as part of National Bike & Roll to School Day. Drivers — please use extra caution in school zones and neighborhoods. Expect increased pedestrian and cyclist traffic, and remember to slow down and stay alert to help keep students safe as they travel to and from school. For more information, visit the City's website.

Roosevelt Road Resurfacing Begins May 12; Expect Lane Closures

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will begin work starting May 12 on its project to resurface Roosevelt Road (Illinois 38), from Pierce Avenue, in Wheaton, passing through Winfield, to Technology Boulevard, in West Chicago. As part of this IDOT project, intermittent daytime lane closures will occur on Roosevelt Road in Wheaton. 

Motorists can expect traffic delays during this project, and IDOT recommends drivers consider alternative routes. Please use caution in work zones, watch for flaggers and signs, and follow all posted speed limits. This project is expected to be completed in November 2025. For more information, visit IDOT’s website.

Save the Date: Wheaton Municipal Band Summer Season Begins June 12

The Wheaton Municipal Band returns for its 96th season beginning Thursday, June 12, 7:30 p.m., at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave. Enjoy these free, beloved community concerts each Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Memorial Park through August 7. For more information, visit the Wheaton Municipal Band's website.

Please note: The band will perform its "Red, White and KaBOOM" concert on Wednesday, July 2, 7:30 p.m., at Memorial Park. The "Centennials and Celebrations - Edman Spectacular" concert will take place on Saturday, July 26, 7:30 p.m., at Wheaton College's Edman Chapel.

Wheaton's Hale Street Tents Day Proclamation

At this week’s City Council meeting, the City officially proclaimed Monday, May 5 as Wheaton's Hale Street Tents Day in recognition of this beloved downtown tradition. 

Each year, a portion of Hale Street transforms into a vibrant, tent-covered outdoor dining area where visitors can enjoy food, drinks, and live music in the heart of downtown Wheaton. Open now through early October, the City invites all residents and visitors to enjoy the tents and support the local businesses that help make downtown Wheaton a destination. Read the proclamation on the City's website.

Discover Wheaton's History During Preservation Month

May is Preservation Month — a time to celebrate Wheaton’s rich history and discover more about our community. The City of Wheaton Historic Commission encourages residents to take part in a variety of events and activities throughout May.

• Take a Walk of Historic Places: Residents will notice blue signs in front of the over 160 historic homes and buildings. Snap a picture of the QR code on the sign to be directed to the interactive Wheaton Register of Historic Places Map. The map provides images of the sites plus information such as the date built, prominent citizens of the past who lived in the home, and the architectural style.
• Home History Research Help: Interested in learning more about your historic property? When it was built, who lived there, or how it originally looked? Reserve a 30-minute time slot to get one-on-one help discovering available resources and how to uncover your home's unique story.
  • Dates & Times: Monday, May 12, 6-9 p.m. and Monday, May 19, 6-9 p.m.
  • Location: Wheaton Public Library, 225 N. Cross St., Second Floor, Genealogy Area
  • Reservations: Call 630-868-7520 or visit the Reference Desk on the Second Floor to make a reservation

To learn more about the City of Wheaton Historic Commission, visit www.wheaton.il.us/HistoricCommission.