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Last Day to Register for Light Up Wheaton Contest is TomorrowThe City of Wheaton and Wheaton Park District are proud to present the annual Light Up Wheaton holiday decorating contest. All Wheaton residents, businesses, houses of worship and community organizations are invited to participate in this free, friendly competition. Registration closes tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 11, at noon. All registered participants must submit a photo of their entry (along with address) to be considered for awards. Awards will be given in three categories: Most Creative, Mayor's Choice, and People's Choice. For more information and to register, visit wheatonparkdistrict.com/LightUpWheaton. |
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Recycle Clothing, Electronics, and More at the City's Monthly Recycling Event on SaturdayRecycle a wide variety of items at the City’s monthly Electronic, Scrap Metal, Textile & More Recycling Events. The next collection will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W. Liberty Drive. In addition to electronics, scrap metal, and more, this event also accepts textiles. Textiles include items such as clothing, shoes, and bedding — even those that are too worn for donation. Recycling these items helps keep materials out of landfills and supports keeping Wheaton green. Note that there is a charge for all TVs and monitors. For a full list of accepted items and event details, visit the City’s website. |
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City Proclaims Dec. 12-13 as Christmas Sharing Weekend in WheatonMayor Suess presented a proclamation making Dec. 12-13, 2025, “Christmas Sharing Weekend,” recognizing Christmas Sharing for its contributions during this season of giving that help make the holidays brighter for families who are less fortunate. Founded in 1969, Christmas Sharing is a community-based, all-volunteer charitable organization serving families within the boundaries of Wheaton-Warrenville Community Unit School District 200. Read the full proclamation on the City's website. |
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Job Opening: Now Accepting Applications for Seasonal Crossing GuardThe City of Wheaton is currently searching for a dependable and community-oriented individual to represent our city as a Seasonal Crossing Guard during the academic school year. This position interacts with residents and community members daily and is responsible for ensuring the safety of students commuting to and from school during the educational school year, during the morning and afternoon hours. For more information and how to apply, visit the City's website. |
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Snow Operations in the City of Wheaton: How it WorksWhen the snow starts to fall or icing conditions are present, the Public Works Department begins salting the City streets. The Department begins a plowing operation after an accumulation of two inches. After the plowing is complete, salt is reapplied to reduce icing conditions. Snow removal is performed in order of priority areas: - Priority 1: Main thoroughfares, high volume areas and potentially dangerous areas such as railroad crossings, school zones, curves, bridges, and intersections.
- Priority 2: Secondary and residential streets.
- Priority 3: Cul-de-sacs and dead-ends will be the last areas plowed since pickup trucks rather than large snow plows must be used.
For more information about snow removal, visit the City's website. |
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Next Step in the 2026 City Budget ProcessThe City will continue its process for the 2026 City Budget. The draft budget was made available to the public on the City’s website on Nov. 3; the City Council conducted the Budget Workshop on Nov. 10 to review and discuss the budget; and the City Council held the Budget Public Hearing on Dec. 8, during which the Director of Finance presented a summary of the proposed budget. The next step in the process is for the City Council to consider adoption of the 2026 City Budget at its meeting on Monday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 303 W. Wesley St. The meeting is open to the public and will be recorded. |
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Upcoming Library EventTo learn more, please visit www.wheatonlibrary.org/calendar. Gingerbread Extravaganza
Saturday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., In-person
Wheaton Public Library, 225 N. Cross St.
Show off your decorating skills at our gingerbread extravaganza! All ages are invited to participate in our Gingerbread House Contest. After voting for your favorite cookie creation, stop by our Student Craft Sale and Model Train Display on the library's 1st floor. No registration required.
Upcoming MeetingsLocal Liquor Commission
Thursday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St. City Council Meeting
Monday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St. Library Board
Monday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m.
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St. The Commission on Aging meeting scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 11 has been cancelled. Additionally, the Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17 has been cancelled. |
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