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Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026
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Kick Off the Year by Recycling Clothing, Electronics, and More on Saturday

Recycle a wide variety of items at the City’s monthly Electronic, Scrap Metal, Textile & More Recycling Events. The first collection of 2026 will be Saturday, Jan. 10, 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.

Snow Removal Reminder: Help Keep Sidewalks Clear and Accessible

With snow in the forecast this weekend, we ask businesses and residents to help keep Wheaton safe by promptly clearing sidewalks adjacent to their properties. Clear sidewalks are important for customers, employees, children walking to school or bus stops, and all pedestrians traveling through our neighborhoods and commercial areas. As the City continues investing in a more pedestrian-friendly community, maintaining clear walkways is a simple way we can work together to improve accessibility and safety for everyone.
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Use Recycle Coach to Recycle Right in Wheaton

To help our community recycle better and reduce household waste, the City of Wheaton has partnered with Recycle Coach, an online platform which connects residents with local recycling and garbage disposal information.

Using Recycle Coach on the City’s website or through the Recycle Coach mobile app, residents can:

  • Use the “What Goes Where” search tool to look up proper recycling and disposal methods for thousands of household items, including garbage sticker requirements, guidelines, and local drop-off locations for items not collected by LRS.
  • Receive collection reminders and real-time updates on service disruptions.
  • Report issues, such as missed collections, directly to LRS using the problem-reporting tool.

Residents can access Recycle Coach through the City’s website at wheaton.il.us/RecycleCoach or by downloading the Recycle Coach app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.

City of Wheaton Employment Opportunities: Apply Today

Looking for your next career opportunity? The City of Wheaton is now accepting applications for a variety of positions, including:

  • Electrical Services Manager
  • Maintenance Worker (Public Works - Streets Division - Night Shift Sweeper)
  • Part-time Community Service Officer
  • Seasonal Crossing Guard
  • Wheaton Police Officer - Lateral

For more information, and how to apply, visit wheaton.il.us/jobs.
Christmas Tree at the Curb

Curbside Christmas Tree Pickup Available

For residents served by LRS, free curbside recycling of live Christmas trees is available on your regular garbage pickup day through the end of this week. 

After the week of Jan. 5-9, you will need to place one LRS sticker on the tree to have it picked up.

Please remove all decorations, place the tree at the curb, and do not bag it. Visit the City's website to see a list of locations to purchase LRS stickers.
Logo for the Cocoa & Coffee Crawl with the words "Downtown Wheaton Association January 10, 2026".

2026 Cocoa & Coffee Crawl is Saturday

Join the Downtown Wheaton Association for the 2026 Cocoa & Coffee Crawl on Saturday, Jan. 10 from noon to 3 p.m. Gather the whole family for a fun-filled winter day sampling a variety of unique hot cocoas and artisan coffees at your favorite downtown Wheaton shops and restaurants. For more information and tickets, visit the Downtown Wheaton Association's website.


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Upcoming Library Events

To learn more, please visit wheatonlibrary.org/calendar.

Winter Reading Challenge
Now-Saturday, Jan. 31

All ages are invited to join our Winter Reading Challenge! Cozy up with a good story and track your points with the ReadSquared app for the chance to win prizes. Visit wheatonlibrary.org/wrc for more information.

Awesome Australia
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 7 p.m., Virtual

With original photographs, world traveler Brian Michalski illustrates exotic destinations including the Outback, Great Barrier Reef, and Tasmania. Learn about the fascinating history, traditions, slang, wildlife, and Aboriginal influences discovered during his ten months backpacking and working in the Land Down Under. Registration required.



Upcoming Meetings

Community Relations Commission
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Commission on Aging
Thursday, Jan. 8, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Local Liquor Commission 
Thursday, Jan. 8, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Coffee with Council
Saturday, Jan. 10, 10 a.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Planning & Zoning Board and Public Hearing
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

The City Council Planning Session scheduled for Monday, Jan. 12 has been cancelled.
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communications@wheaton.il.us. 
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