Wheaton public meetings in 2024

Public Notices & Hearings

The Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board will hold an on-call meeting to discuss equipment and facility items. The body will review the treasurer's report and address specific business items.

• Discussion of Carhart Coats
• Discussion of Duty Shoe Allowance
• Discussion of Station 38 Entryway

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will meet to approve minutes, receive a treasurer's report, hear public comment, and discuss three new business items: Carhart Coats, duty shoe allowance, and Station 38 entryway. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of Carhart Coats
• Discussion of duty shoe allowance
• Discussion of Station 38 Entry way

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board approved four spending measures: $600 for oil dry hopper materials, up to $7,000 for Carhart winter jackets, up to $300 per person for duty shoes and inserts, and $1,200 for a display monitor at Station 38. All motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $600 for oil dry hopper materials (unanimous)
• Approved Carhart winter jackets up to $7,000 (unanimous)
• Approved duty shoe allowance up to $300 per person (unanimous)
• Approved $1,200 for Station 38 entryway display monitor and mount (unanimous)

Public Notices & Hearings

This meeting has been cancelled due to lack of business. No items were discussed or decided.

Public Notices & Hearings

The regular meeting of the Wheaton Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission scheduled for December 18, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Cancellation of the December 18, 2024 regular meeting

Public Notices & Hearings

The regular meeting of the Wheaton Historical Commission scheduled for December 17, 2024, has been cancelled. No matters were discussed or decided.

• Regular meeting cancelled

Library Board

The Library Board will review the FY2025 Illinois Public Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grant and consider a motion to approve the Library Display Policy. The meeting also includes a review of November 2024 financial reports and a closed session regarding personnel and meeting records.

• Motion to approve the Library Display Policy
• Review of FY2025 Illinois Public Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grant
• Financial Reports for November 2024 and Bill Listing for December 2024 Payment
• Resolution R-04-24: Authorizing the release of closed session minutes
• Resolution R-05-24: Authorizing the destruction of audio or video recording of closed session minutes

The Wheaton Public Library Board approved the Library Display Policy and adopted resolutions to release certain closed-session minutes and destroy audio/video recordings of older closed sessions. The board also approved the consent agenda, including November financial reports, and discussed the Main Floor Vision Project and a new finance manager hire.

• Approved consent agenda including November financial reports and prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Library Display Policy (5-0)
• Adopted R-04-24 releasing closed-session minutes from July 15, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted R-05-24 authorizing destruction of closed-session recordings from Oct-Dec 2022 (5-0)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Community Relations Commission will hold a special meeting on December 12, 2024. The primary purpose of the meeting is to conduct a 2025 Planning Workshop.

• 2025 Planning Workshop

Local Liquor Commission

The Wheaton Local Liquor Control Commission will hold public hearings to consider two new liquor license applications: a Class M license for The PRIDE Stores, Inc. d/b/a 93 Octane Filling Station at 206 N. Main Street, and a Class S license for Thortons LLC d/b/a Thortons #363 at 950 W. Geneva Road. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and old business.

• Application for Class M liquor license – The PRIDE Stores, Inc. d/b/a 93 Octane Filling Station – 206 N. Main Street
• Application for Class S liquor license – Thortons LLC d/b/a Thortons #363 – 950 W. Geneva Road

The Wheaton Local Liquor Control Commission recommended approval of a Class S liquor license for Thorntons #363 at 950 W. Geneva Road and recommended denial of a Class M liquor license for The PRIDE Stores, Inc. d/b/a 93 Octane Filling Station at 206 N. Main Street. The denial was based on the location being within 100 feet of Gary Memorial Church, with the sale of alcoholic liquor considered the principal business. The commission also approved the November 14, 2024 minutes.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 meeting (voice vote, all aye)
• Recommended approval of Class S liquor license for Thorntons LLC d/b/a Thorntons #363, 950 W. Geneva Road (roll call, all aye)
• Recommended denial of Class M liquor license for The PRIDE Stores, Inc. d/b/a 93 Octane Filling Station, 206 N. Main Street (roll call, all aye)

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission is meeting for a special session. The primary focus of the meeting is a planning workshop for 2025.

• 2025 Planning Workshop

The Community Relations Commission held a planning workshop for 2025, focusing on the Festival of Cultures and other events. They discussed ideas for the festival, including a theme of community unity and service, and set a goal to have a structure by March to organize the event by September. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and planning-focused.

• Set goal to develop festival structure by March 2025
• Scheduled 2025 calendar: February African American History, March Women's History, May Good Citizens Awards, September Festival of Cultures
• Next meeting set for January 8, 2025 (to be confirmed)
• Adjourned by consensus at 8:23 pm

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss an updated feasibility study for an arts complex at the DuPage County Fair Grounds, along with updates on subcommittees, the Red Balloon Gallery, and a matching grant. The commission will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• Updated Arts complex feasibility study #2 (Nov 19) at DuPage County Fair Grounds
• Arts Subcommittee update
• Phase two and Red Balloon Gallery update
• JCS matching grant update
• Annual Report with Mike Dzugan edits and Make Music Wheaton discussion

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss two new business items. The board is reviewing a special use permit amendment and a floor area ratio variation.

• ZA 24-14: Special use permit amendment for Islamic Center of Wheaton at 900 E. Geneva Road
• ZA 14-16: FAR variation for Design First Builders LLC at 521 E. Oak Avenue

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval of a special use permit amendment for the Islamic Center of Wheaton at 900 E. Geneva Road, allowing 15 additional parking spaces, a right-in/right-out drive to Geneva Road, and a driveway interconnection with the western property. The board also unanimously recommended approval of a Floor Area Ratio (FAR) variation for 521 E. Oak Avenue, permitting a second-floor addition above the garage, increasing the FAR to 44.1% (limit 40%). Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of ZA #24-14 for Islamic Center of Wheaton (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #24-16 FAR variation for 521 E. Oak Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 22, 2024, as presented
• Closed public hearings for both items and voted the same night

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on December 10, 2024 to consider zoning application #24-14 from the Islamic Center of Wheaton. The application seeks to amend a special use permit to allow additional parking spaces, a right-in/right-out drive connection to Geneva Road, and a driveway interconnection with the property to the west at 900 E. Geneva Road. The public may comment in person or via Zoom.

• Amendment to special use permit for additional parking spaces east of existing lot
• Right-in/right-out drive connection to Geneva Road
• Driveway interconnection with property to the west
• Property location: 900 E. Geneva Road, Wheaton (Islamic Center of Wheaton)
• Public hearing: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00 PM in City Hall and via Zoom

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on December 10, 2024 to consider Zoning Application #24-16, which requests a variation to allow a second-floor addition above an existing garage. The addition would increase the home's floor area ratio to 44.1% from the 40% limit. The property is located at 521 E. Oak Avenue, owned by the Zaino Family Trust. Public comments will be accepted in person, via Zoom, or in writing.

• Variation request for floor area ratio increase to 44.1% at 521 E. Oak Avenue
• Proposed second-floor addition above existing attached garage
• Applicant: Design First Builders, Inc. for Zaino Family Trust
• Public hearing scheduled for December 10, 2024 at 7:00 PM in Wheaton City Hall
• Written comments accepted before or at the hearing

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss an update on the arts complex feasibility study for the DuPage County Fairgrounds, along with subcommittee updates including Phase Two and Red Balloon Gallery, a JCS matching grant update, the annual report with edits, and Make Music Wheaton planning.

• Update on Arts complex feasibility study #2 at DuPage County Fairgrounds
• Arts Subcommittee update on Phase Two and Red Balloon Gallery
• JCS matching grant update
• Annual report with edits from Mike Dzugan
• Discussion of Make Music Wheaton event

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission approved a $50 donation to the Wheaton Public Library's Hokusai-inspired mural and accepted the June 26, 2023 meeting minutes. Updates were given on the French Market mural and the JCS Matching Grant application. Discussion of the Make Music project was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved $50 donation to Wheaton Library Hokusai mural (motion carried)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Tabled Make Music project discussion to next meeting

City Council Planning Sessions

The Wheaton City Council Planning Session will discuss adoption of a building code. The meeting is primarily a planning discussion; public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Building code adoption discussion
• Approval of draft minutes from Oct 28 and Nov 11 meetings

The City Council approved the minutes from the October 28 planning session and November 11 budget workshop. Staff recommended adopting the 2024 ICC model codes and 2023 NEC, with amendments to exempt one- and two-family homes from sprinkler requirements and prohibit energy storage systems in living spaces. The adoption process will include public feedback, a first reading on Jan. 21, 2025, and a final reading on Feb. 3, 2025. No formal vote was taken on the code adoption at this planning session.

• Approved October 28, 2024 Planning Session Minutes
• Approved November 11, 2024 Budget Workshop Minutes
• Discussed adopting 2024 ICC codes and 2023 NEC (no vote)

Public Notices & Hearings

This is a public hearing for the proposed Calendar Year 2025 Annual Budget. The City Council will hear a staff presentation, public comments, and council comments before voting to close the hearing. The budget totals $128.6 million in revenues and $132.5 million in expenditures, with a $3.95 million deficit largely due to capital investments. Key features include no property tax increase for the 6th consecutive year, no new taxes, increased water rates, and increased ambulance service fees.

• No property tax levy increase for 6th consecutive year
• Water rates increased by $2.7 million (first increase since 2015)
• Ambulance service fees increased by $1.0 million
• $31.0 million in capital investments including $6.2M for roads, $5.7M for facilities, $5.2M for sanitary sewer
• General fund reserve projected at 42.4% of operating expenditures

The Wheaton City Council held a public hearing on the proposed Calendar Year 2025 budget, as required by state statute. Staff presented revisions from the November 11 workshop, including a $40,769 increase in revenues and a $34,000 increase in expenditures. No public comments were made. The hearing was adjourned unanimously; no formal budget vote was taken at this hearing.

• Closed the public hearing on the 2025 budget (unanimous)
• No property tax levy increase for sixth consecutive year (reported)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Richard and Joanne Cortino. The petitioners are seeking to vacate a 33-foot right-of-way formerly known as Charles Street.

• Public hearing for the vacation of a 33' right-of-way (Charles Street) adjacent to 165 Page Street

Public Notices & Hearings

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from Richard and Joanne Cortina to vacate a right-of-way south of 165 Page Street. Staff recommends approving the vacation at no compensation, provided a permanent easement is granted for utilities and drainage.

• Public hearing for vacation request of Charles Street right-of-way adjacent to 165 Page Street

The Wheaton City Council held a public hearing on a petition by Richard and Joanne Cortino to vacate the Charles Street right-of-way adjacent to their property at 165 Page St. City staff recommended the vacation at no compensation, with a permanent utility easement over the entire area. No public comments were made, and the hearing was adjourned unanimously. No formal decision was made; an ordinance will be considered at a future council meeting.

• Held public hearing on Charles Street right-of-way vacation request
• Heard staff recommendation to vacate at no compensation with permanent utility easement
• Adjourned public hearing at 7:03 p.m. (unanimous)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton City Council will conduct a public hearing on December 9, 2024 at 7:00 PM to consider the proposed Calendar Year 2025 budget. The proposed budget has been available for public inspection since November 1, 2024. Residents may present oral or written statements in support or opposition. Following the hearing, the City Council may revise and adopt the budget.

• Public hearing on proposed Calendar Year 2025 budget
• Budget available for inspection at Wheaton City Hall and online since November 1, 2024
• City Council may revise and pass the budget after the hearing
• Hearing scheduled for December 9, 2024 at 7:00 PM in City Council Chambers
• Notice published in Daily Herald on November 27, 2024

Public Notices & Hearings

The City Mayor and Village Presidents of DuPage County Board District 4 will meet to select a municipal representative for the DuPage Water Commission.

• Selection of DuPage Water Commission Municipal Representative – District 4

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will discuss ideas for Women's History Month profiles and outreach, and identify a lead for the Good Citizens Awards program. They will also hear updates on Poinsettia gifts for WCRC partners and the DWA Christmas Tree Walk, and receive a reminder of the Festival of Cultures workshop. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 6, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024
• Update on Poinsettia gifts to WCRC partners
• Update on DWA Christmas Tree Walk
• Discuss ideas for women to profile for Women's History Month
• Identify a commissioner to lead the Good Citizens Awards

The Community Relations Commission approved the minutes from its November 6, 2024 meeting. Members discussed plans for Women's History Month, including profiling women who live in Wheaton or work at a Wheaton-based not-for-profit, and began outlining outreach steps. They also reviewed the Good Citizens Awards program and noted that nominations begin in February. No formal votes were taken on these new business items.

• Approved minutes from November 6, 2024 (motion by Dave, second by Laura)
• Discussed Women's History Month profiles, with outreach ideas to be continued in January
• Reviewed Good Citizens Awards program; nominations begin in February

Environmental Improvement Commission

The Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission will meet on December 3, 2024, to review a budget report and discuss funding for its events. Reports will be given on the Adopt-a-Highway program, November electronic recycling, and the Pumpkin Smash event held in November. Upcoming projects include monthly electronic recycling, the Recycling Extravaganza, Arbor Day at Whittier School, a Native Plant Sale, and a Prairie Path Cleanup scheduled for 2025. The commission will also consider funding for EIC events under new business.

• Budget report review
• Discussion of funding for EIC events
• Report on Pumpkin Smash held 11/2/2024
• November electronic recycling report
• Upcoming projects: Recycling Extravaganza (4/12/24?), Arbor Day at Whittier School (4/25/25), Native Plant Sale (4/26/25), Prairie Path Cleanup (4/26/25)

Public Notices & Hearings

This is a procedural notice that the Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission has rescheduled its November 26 meeting to December 3, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the Gamon Room at City Hall. No substantive agenda items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from Nov 26 to Dec 3, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. in Gamon Room, Wheaton City Hall

Public Notices & Hearings

This document lists the regular meeting dates, times, and locations for Wheaton city boards, commissions, and committees during 2025. It includes bodies such as the City Council, Planning and Zoning Board, Library Board, and others. No decisions or discussions are included; it is only an annual scheduling notice.

• City Council meets 1st and 3rd Monday at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers (with some Tuesday exceptions)
• Planning and Zoning Board meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers
• Zoning Board of Appeals meets 2nd Thursday at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers
• Library Board meets 3rd Monday at 7:00 PM at Wheaton Public Library (with Tuesday exceptions in Jan and Feb)
• Coffee With Council is held 1st Saturday at 10:00 AM in Gamon Room (no meetings July and August)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton City Council Planning Session scheduled for November 25, 2024 has been cancelled because there is no business to discuss. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Police Pension Fund Board

The Wheaton Police Pension Fund Board will decide on approving regular retirement benefits for Rommy Klamerus and a request to purchase breaks in service. They will also review and adopt the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, the municipal compliance report, and a cash management policy for 2025. Additionally, the board will consider membership applications and a resignation, and receive an update on a QILDRO matter.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Rommy Klamerus
• Consider request to purchase breaks in service from Rommy Klamerus
• Review and approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request
• Discuss possible action on cash management policy – repeat monthly withdrawal instructions for 2025
• Review and adopt municipal compliance report

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will hold a presentation and discussion with DuPage County Senior Transportation Planner Melisa Ribikawskis. Members will also discuss the annual report and proposals for clear sidewalks and bus stops.

• Presentation by DuPage County Senior Transportation Planner Melisa Ribikawskis
• Discussion on the Annual Report and response to the City
• Proposal for clear sidewalks and bus stops
• Discussion on Wheaton Park District as a Working Bikes Drop site
• Review of Safe Routes and Bike to School initiatives

Historic Commission

The Wheaton Historic Commission will discuss ordering 1,000 additional general brochures, review the Commission Handbook for City Council approval, and plan Preservation Month activities. The 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Budget were already approved by the City Council on October 28, 2024. No December meeting is scheduled; the next meeting will be in January.

• Order 1,000 additional general brochures (quote to be provided)
• Discussion of Permanent Historic Markers and updated brochure
• Downtown Design Review Board new appointee
• Commission Handbook comments/changes to go to City Council
• Preservation Month (May) date, lecture topic, and presenter

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission meeting scheduled for November 19, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No other items are on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Public Notices & Hearings

The City of Wheaton has rescheduled the regular meeting of the Fine & Cultural Arts Commission. The meeting will now take place on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 6pm.

• Rescheduled Fine & Cultural Arts Commission meeting at 303 W. Wesley St.

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to receive updates on public art and the Arts Subcommittee. The body will also discuss digital curation and a JCS matching grant deadline of November 22, 2024.

• Public art update from Sarah Antes ABC committee
• Arts Subcommittee update
• Digital curation for 2nd phase
• JCS matching grant deadline (Nov 22, 2024)
• Make Music Wheaton update

Library Board

The Wheaton Public Library Board will consider several motions including approval of the CY2025 Operating Budget to be presented to the City Council, and approval of the Interior 1A – Main Floor Vision Project for $230,428. The board will also vote on using $40,000 from the Capital Replacement Fund for new shelving for that project and on closing the Garbe Book Endowment Fund to support it. Consent agenda items include minutes from October and financial reports.

• Motion to approve CY2025 Operating Budget for presentation to City Council
• Motion to approve Interior 1A – Main Floor Vision Project for $230,428
• Motion to distribute $40,000 from Capital Replacement Fund for new shelving for the project
• Motion to close Garbe Book Endowment Fund to be used for the Interior 1A project
• Motion to approve 2025 Board Meeting Schedule

Firefighters' Pension Fund Board

The Wheaton Firefighters' Pension Fund Board will consider approving regular retirement benefits for Kevin King and Jeffrey Naumann. The board will also review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, discuss asset management post-consolidation services, and approve bills and trustee training expenses.

• Approve regular retirement benefits – Kevin King and Jeffrey Naumann
• Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request
• Discussion/possible action on Sawyer Falduto Asset Management post-consolidation services
• Presentation and approval of bills
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

Local Liquor Commission

The Wheaton Local Liquor Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a single application for a Class A liquor license from Bar The Hour LTD, doing business as High Rollers Company Worldwide at 120 N. Main Street. The meeting includes public comment opportunities in person, virtually, and by email.

• Application for a Class A liquor license by Bar The Hour LTD DBA High Rollers Company Worldwide at 120 N. Main Street

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners regular meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of business. No items were considered.

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The board will meet to review the treasurer's report and discuss several equipment and benefit items. New business includes gym membership amounts and the addition of cots.

• Gym membership amount
• Cot additions
• Extrication equipment
• Foam eductors
• Smart watches

Public Notices & Hearings

The Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board is holding an on-call meeting to review treasurer reports and discuss specific equipment and membership costs. The body will address old business regarding smart watches and new business concerning gym memberships and fire equipment.

• Discussion of smart watches
• Review of gym membership amounts
• Discussion of cot additions
• Discussion of extrication equipment
• Discussion of foam eductors

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Public Library Board is holding a special meeting on November 12, 2024, to consider awarding a $92,360 contract to Malcor Roofing of Illinois, Inc. for roof replacement. The agenda also includes time for public comment before the vote.

• Motion to approve award bid to Malcor Roofing of Illinois, Inc. for $92,360 for roof replacement

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of business. No items were discussed or decided.

Library Board

The Wheaton Public Library Board is holding a special meeting to consider awarding a $92,360 roof replacement contract to Malcor Roofing of Illinois, Inc. The agenda also includes a public comment period.

• Motion to approve awarding bid to Malcor Roofing of Illinois, Inc. for $92,360 for roof replacement

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton City Council is holding a budget workshop session for the 2025 Calendar Year Municipal Budget. A public hearing on the same budget is scheduled for December 9, 2024.

• Budget Workshop Session for 2025 Calendar Year Municipal Budget
• Public hearing on 2025 Calendar Year Municipal Budget scheduled for December 9, 2024
• Cancellation of the November 11, 2024 Planning Session

City Council Workshops

The Wheaton City Council is holding a workshop to review the 2025 draft budget. Presentations cover a budget overview and a library-specific budget. The council will review budgets for general government, police, fire, public works, tax increment financing funds, capital projects, parking, and several utility funds.

• 2025 Draft Budget Overview presentation
• Library 2025 Draft Budget presentation
• Review of General Government, Police, Fire, and Public Works budgets
• Review of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Funds and Capital Projects Fund
• Review of Water, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer, Parking, and Fleet Services funds

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission is meeting to review the Annual Report and budget. Members will discuss recaps of the Wheaton Gives Back and FOC programs, as well as planning for Women's History Month and the Christmas Tree Walk.

• Annual Report and Budget Update
• Recap of Wheaton Gives Back program
• Planning for 2025 FOC workshop and partner ideas
• Selection of Women's History Month profile theme
• Downtown Wheaton Association Christmas Tree Walk

Joint Review Board

The Wheaton Joint Review Board will convene to approve the agenda, nominate and appoint public members and a chairman, and receive annual reports for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts #1, #2 (Main St), and #3 (Courthouse). The meeting includes review of comptroller reports for TIF #2 and #3.

• Annual reports for TIF #1, #2, and #3
• Nomination and appointment of public members
• Appointment of chairman
• Review of TIF #2 Main St Comptroller's Report for 2023
• Review of TIF #3 Courthouse Comptroller's Report for 2023

Public Notices & Hearings

The Joint Review Board will meet on October 30, 2024, to review the annual reports for the Main Street Redevelopment Area (TIF #2) and the Courthouse Square Redevelopment Area (TIF #3). The agenda includes appointment of public members and a chairman, approval of the agenda, and adjournment.

• Review annual reports for TIF #2 (Main Street) and TIF #3 (Courthouse Square)
• Nomination and appointment of public members to the Joint Review Board
• Nomination and appointment of Chairman
• Meeting via Zoom and in person at Wheaton City Hall

City Council Planning Sessions

The Wheaton City Council will discuss and possibly decide on a request to waive the competitive bidding process for a paramedic services and EMS billing contract. They will also review annual reports from various boards, commissions, and committees. Public comment is invited on these planning session items.

• Request for Bid Waiver for Paramedic Services and EMS Billing Contract
• Review of Boards, Commissions, and Committees 2024 Annual Reports
• Approval of draft minutes from October 14, 2024 planning session
• Public comment period limited to agenda items
• Meeting accessible via Zoom and phone

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting that includes a public comment period, approval of minutes, and a closed session to approve closed session minutes and conduct entry-level firefighter candidate interviews. The meeting is open to the public, with entry through the south entrance of City Hall.

• Closed session for entry-level firefighter candidate interviews under 5ILCS120/2(C)(21)
• Closed session to approve previous closed session minutes under 5ILCS120/2(C)(21)
• Public comment period at the start of the meeting

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet to conduct firefighter candidate interviews in a closed session. The board is scheduled to approve the final firefighter eligibility list.

• Firefighter candidate interviews
• Approval of final firefighter eligibility list

Environmental Improvement Commission

The Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission will discuss a budget report, hear updates on adopt-a-highway and electronic recycling, and plan upcoming events. New business includes funding for EIC events and a planning session on October 28 for the annual report and budget.

• Budget Report
• Pumpkin Smash on 11/2/2024 (Allison & Kay)
• Monthly Electronic Recycling on 11/9/2024 (Crew Chief)
• Planning Session on 10/28/24 for Annual Report and EIC Budget
• Native Plant Sale on 4/26/2025 (Tony)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss new business regarding a specific property. The primary item on the agenda is a rezoning and Planned Unit Development (PUD) request.

• ZA 24-13: Rezoning and PUD for 100 W. Roosevelt Road (Islander LLC)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on October 22, 2024 to consider a rezoning application for 100 W. Roosevelt Road. The applicant, Islander LLC, seeks to rezone the property from O-R Office Research to R-5 Residential with a special use permit for a planned unit development, converting two existing office buildings into 22 multi-family rental units. The application requests four zoning variations regarding lot size, open space, parking setback, and total parking spaces. Public comments will be accepted in person or via Zoom.

• Rezoning 1.47-acre property at 100 W. Roosevelt Road from O-R to R-5 Residential
• Conversion of two office buildings into 22 rental units (12 one-bedroom and 10 two-bedroom)
• Requested variations: lot size 2,915 sq ft/unit (vs. 3,000), zero private open space (vs. 70 sq ft), 10 ft parking setback (vs. 15 ft), and 38 parking spaces (vs. 50)
• Property owner: Islander LLC of Chicago
• Public hearing with in-person and Zoom attendance options

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to welcome new commissioners and receive updates on the Arts Subcommittee. The body will discuss the mural at the Wheaton French Market Plaza and a JCS matching grant deadline of November 22, 2024.

• Greeting of new commissioners Chris Denz and Victoria Isikman
• Arts Subcommittee update
• Mural at the Wheaton French Market Plaza
• JCS matching grant deadline of Nov 22, 2024

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss the CY2025 budget. The meeting also includes the review of September 2024 financial reports and the August 2024 Director's report.

• CY2025 Wheaton Public Library Budget Discussion
• Financial Reports for September 2024
• Bill Listing for October 2024 Payment
• Library Director’s Report for August 2024

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to receive probationary quarterly reports from Sgt. Green and Sgt. Fearon. The board will also enter closed session to review and approve previous closed session minutes and conduct entry-level firefighter candidate interviews.

• Receive probationary quarterly reports for Sgt. Green and Sgt. Fearon
• Approval of closed session minutes under ILCS 120/2(C)(21)
• Review of closed session minutes under ILCS 120/2(C)(21)
• Entry-level firefighter candidate interviews in closed session

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board will receive probationary quarterly reports for Sgt. Green and Sgt. Fearon. They will then enter closed session to approve and review closed session minutes and conduct entry-level firefighter candidate interviews.

• Receive probationary quarterly reports for Sgt. Green and Sgt. Fearon
• Entry-level firefighter candidate interviews in closed session
• Approval of closed session minutes
• Review of closed session minutes

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission will discuss ongoing business items, including a recap of the History Ride, a proposal to clear sidewalks and bus stops, and t-shirt orders. The Chair will report on recent City Council meetings and updates on Safe Routes/Bike to School, grant writing for the bike plan, and IPP signs. No new business or votes on specific ordinances are listed.

• Safe Routes/Bike to School update
• Grant Writing/Bike Plan Consultant update
• Clear sidewalks/bus stops proposal
• History Ride recap
• IPP signs update

Historic Commission

The Historic Commission is meeting to discuss the 2024 annual report and the 2025 budget. The body will also review promotional materials and the status of permanent historic markers. Discussions include updates on the Smith 1916 and 101 W Front Street buildings.

• 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Budget
• Permanent Historic Markers for Memorial Park
• Status of Smith 1916 and 101 W Front Street buildings
• New 'Researching Your Home' website page
• Commission Handbook review

City Council Planning Sessions

The Wheaton City Council will hold a planning session to discuss estimates for the 2024 General Purpose and Debt Property Tax Levy, as well as levies for Special Service Areas #3 (Streams) and #8 (Downtown Promotional & Municipal Services). They will also review the Downtown Wheaton Association's proposed 2025 budget. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and public comment.

• 2024 General Purpose And Debt Property Tax Levy – Estimate
• 2024 SSA #3 Streams Property Tax Levy – Estimate
• 2024 SSA #8 Downtown Promotional & Municipal Services Property Tax Levy – Estimate
• Downtown Wheaton Association - 2025 Budget

Local Liquor Commission

The Wheaton Local Liquor Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an application for a Class U liquor license from Dolly's Lounge, LLC, doing business as Dolly's, located at 110 E. Wesley Street. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of minutes from the August 15, 2024 meeting.

• Application for Class U liquor license – Dolly's Lounge, LLC D/B/A Dolly's – 110 E. Wesley Street

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of business, as posted by the City Clerk. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business

Community Relations Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation from Police Chief Princeton Youker. Members will review programs and the proposed budget ahead of the October 15 deadline.

• Presentation by Police Chief Princeton Youker
• Recap of Wheaton Festival of Cultures
• Wheaton Gives Back winter coat and gear drive (October 1-31)
• Review of Commission and Board budget for October 15 deadline
• Review of new Commissioner applicants

Library Board

The Wheaton Public Library Board will hold a regular meeting with a public comment period followed by a discussion of the library's calendar year 2025 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of the budget discussion only.

• Discussion of the Wheaton Public Library CY2025 budget

Public Notices & Hearings

This is a procedural notice announcing a rescheduled meeting of the Wheaton Public Library Board Finance Committee on September 30, 2024. No specific agenda items are listed.

Environmental Improvement Commission

The commission is reviewing reports on electronic recycling and Adopt-a-Highway. Members are coordinating upcoming events including a Pumpkin Smash and planning for 2025 Arbor Day and native plant sales.

• Electronic Recycling event scheduled for 10/12/24
• Adopt-a-Highway event scheduled for 10/19/24
• Pumpkin Smash scheduled for 11/2/2024
• Planning for Arbor Day at Whittier School (4/25/25)
• Discussion of funding for EIC events

The Environmental Improvement Commission approved its annual report and budget, and the August meeting minutes, all by unanimous voice vote. Members also reported on recent recycling and highway cleanup events and made plans for upcoming electronics recycling, pumpkin smash, and native plant sale events.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved annual report and EIC budget (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a request from Bredehoeft Builders, Inc. for a lot width variation at 911 N. Wheaton Avenue. The board may also approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• ZA 24-12 – Lot width variation request for property at 911 N. Wheaton Avenue by Bredehoeft Builders, Inc.

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on September 24, 2024 to consider Zoning Application #24-12, which requests a variation to allow a two-story rear addition on a lot with only 44.6 feet of width where 50 feet is required. The property is located at 911 N. Wheaton Avenue, owned by Leigh Ann Regan, with the application filed by Bredehoeft Builders Inc.

• Zoning Application #24-12 requesting a width variation from 50 ft to 44.6 ft
• Property address: 911 N. Wheaton Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187
• Applicant: Bredehoeft Builders Inc. on behalf of owner Leigh Ann Regan
• Public hearing: Sept 24, 2024, 7:00 PM in Council Chambers and via Zoom
• Written comments accepted prior to or at the hearing

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to discuss the November 22, 2024, deadline for the JCS matching grant and the commission's annual report. The body will also receive updates on the Arts Subcommittee and the mural at the Wheaton French Market Plaza.

• JCS matching grant deadline of Nov 22, 2024
• Annual Report
• Mural at the Wheaton French Market Plaza
• Arts Subcommittee update

City Council Planning Sessions

The Wheaton City Council will hold a planning session to discuss funding requests for Tax Increment Financing District 3 (TIF 3). The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment. No other significant items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of TIF 3 funding requests (attached PDF)

Public Notices & Hearings

The City of Wheaton is seeking public comment on a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application. The funding request will be submitted to the DuPage Community Development Commission.

• Proposed funding not to exceed $600,000 for water main infrastructure replacement on Roosevelt Road between President Street and Blanchard Street

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will review reports on the bike plan consultant and grant writing. Members are also working to finalize the 2024 budget and prepare the annual report and 2025 budget.

• Grant writing and bike plan consultant report
• Finalization of 2024 budget
• Preparation of annual report and 2025 budget
• IPP signs discussion
• Finalizing History Ride

Historic Commission

The Wheaton Historic Commission will vote on the DeCarlo-Ferguson home at 831 N. Washington as part of old business. The commission also discusses publicity efforts, permanent historic markers, the Downtown Design Review Board, and reviews the 2024 annual report and 2025 budget due October 15.

• Vote on the DeCarlo-Ferguson home at 831 N. Washington
• Three missing historic markers from Memorial Park
• Updated promotional brochure and French Market recap
• Downtown Design Review Board update
• 2024 annual report and 2025 budget due Oct. 15

The Wheaton Historic Commission unanimously approved adding the DeCarlo-Ferguson home at 831 N Washington to the Historic Register. The commission also approved the August meeting minutes and discussed upcoming publicity efforts, including French Market appearances and a cemetery lecture. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Historic Register status for 831 N Washington (unanimous)
• Approved August 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Downtown Design Review Board

The Downtown Design Review Board will hold a public hearing to review a proposed mural for the Starbucks location at 101 W. Front Street. The board will also consider approving minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting and take public comment.

• Request for review of a Starbucks mural at 101 W. Front Street
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023

Public Notices & Hearings

The Downtown Design Review Board meeting scheduled for September 17, 2024, has been cancelled because there is no business to conduct. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business

Library Board

The Wheaton Library Board will meet to discuss the installation of a new public catalog overlay. The board will also consider two dates for early library closures in early 2025.

• Installation and customization of Aspen Discovery Public Catalog Overlay for $18,100
• Proposed library closure at 3:00 PM on January 17, 2025 for Mad Fore Plaid Event
• Proposed library closure on February 21, 2025 for Staff In-Service Day

The Wheaton Public Library Board approved the installation and customization of the Aspen Discovery Public Catalog overlay for $18,100, which integrates the library catalog with e-content and digital archives. The board also approved closing the library early on January 17, 2025, for the Mad Fore Plaid event, and closing on February 21, 2025, for a staff in-service day. Consent agenda items, including August minutes and financial reports, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Aspen Discovery catalog overlay installation for $18,100 (unanimous)
• Approved closing library at 3:00 PM on January 17, 2025 for Mad Fore Plaid event (unanimous)
• Approved closing library on February 21, 2025 for staff in-service day (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: August 19, 2024 minutes and August 2024 financial reports (unanimous)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Local Liquor Commission meeting scheduled for September 12, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of business. No other items are on the agenda.

• Cancelled: Local Liquor Commission meeting originally set for September 12, 2024, at 7 PM in City Council Chambers, 303 W. Wesley Street.

Public Notices & Hearings

The regular meeting of the Wheaton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners scheduled for September 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024 has been cancelled due to lack of business. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

City Council Planning Sessions

The Wheaton City Council will hold a planning session to discuss the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2025 Budget Framework. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Discussion of 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of 2025 Budget Framework
• Approval of draft planning session minutes from August 26, 2024

The Wheaton City Council held a planning session and approved the August 26, 2024 minutes. They reviewed the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2025 Budget Framework. Council members directed staff to draft an ordinance for a locally imposed 1% grocery sales tax to offset the state's elimination of its 1% grocery tax in 2026. No formal votes were taken on the capital plan or budget, as these were planning discussions.

• Approved August 26, 2024 Planning Session Minutes
• Directed staff to draft ordinance for local 1% grocery sales tax

Public Notices & Hearings

This notice from the Wheaton City Clerk informs the public that the Coffee with Council event originally scheduled for September 14 has been moved to September 7 at 10:00 AM. No other business is on this agenda.

• Coffee with Council rescheduled from September 14 to September 7, 2024 at 10:00 AM

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will meet to discuss logistics and budget for the upcoming Festival of Cultures on September 15 and finalize plans for the Wheaton Gives Back program running October 1-31. Both items are under new business and involve committee reports and partner coordination.

• Festival of Cultures: committee reports, day-of plan/logistics for September 15, and budget review
• Wheaton Gives Back: Stuff-a-Truck unloading scheduled for October 25, program runs October 1-31
• Identify a commissioner to lead kickoff for Wheaton Gives Back program
• Approval of minutes from August 7, 2024

The Community Relations Commission approved the August 7, 2024 minutes and discussed plans for the upcoming Festival of Cultures on September 15, including booth assignments, student shifts, performers, and logistics. They also reviewed the Wheaton Gives Back program, scheduling the Stuff-a-Truck unloading for October 25 and confirming partner participation. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved minutes from August 7, 2024 (moved by Ben, seconded by Kathy)
• Discussed Festival of Cultures logistics: 19 booths, student shifts, performers confirmed
• Scheduled Stuff-a-Truck unloading for October 25 as part of Wheaton Gives Back
• Confirmed Wheaton Gives Back runs October 1-31 with partner participation
• Identified Yvette and Shauna to oversee Wheaton Gives Back program
• Noted emergency plan for Festival approved by city

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will meet at Fire Station 38 on August 29, 2024. The agenda includes old business on smart watches and new business on gym membership reimbursement, along with routine approvals and reports.

• Smart watches discussion under Old Business
• Gym membership reimbursement under New Business

Public Notices & Hearings

The Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board holds a non-call meeting to consider old business regarding smart watches (Williams/Baus) and new business involving gym membership reimbursement (Igara).

• Smart Watches – Williams/Baus (old business)
• Gym membership reimbursement - Igara (new business)

Environmental Improvement Commission

The Environmental Improvement Commission will review reports on electronic recycling for July and August, hear updates on upcoming projects like the Pumpkin Smash, and discuss new business including proposed medical waste legislation and funding for EIC events. The commission will also consider its annual report and budget.

• Electronic Recycling Reports (July & August)
• Pumpkin Smash event on 11/9/2024
• New medical waste legislation (Kay)
• Annual Report and EIC Budget
• Funding for EIC events

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a text amendment and rezoning application (ZA 24-11) for Article 31 along Roosevelt Road. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and other procedural items.

• ZA 24-11: Text amendment and rezoning for Article 31 along Roosevelt Road

City Council Planning Sessions

The Wheaton City Council will hold a planning session to discuss two items: a recommendation for a mural on Lot 3 Art Wall, and an intergovernmental agreement concerning regulatory control of the DuPage County campus. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Lot 3 Art Wall mural recommendation
• Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for campus regulatory control

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission will vote on July minutes and hear a chair report on Safe Routes, grant writing, IPP signs, and National Night Out. Ongoing business includes proposals for the Carlton Crossing and Arbor/Warrenville crossings, History Ride preparations, and Safe Routes mapping.

• Carlton Crossing Proposal
• Arbor/Warrenville Crossing Proposal
• History Ride advertising, police support, and final prep
• Safe Routes mapping out routes
• Grant writing/Bike Plan Consultant update

Historic Commission

The Historic Commission is meeting to discuss the DeCarlo-Ferguson home at 831 N. Washington and plan for the September 7 French Market. The body will also review text for a new 'Researching Your Home' web page and promotional brochures.

• Discussion of 831 N. Washington (DeCarlo-Ferguson home)
• Planning for September 7 French Market including fliers and staffing
• Review of 'Researching Your Home' web page text
• Approval of new promotional brochures
• Discussion of three missing permanent historic markers from Memorial Park

Firefighters' Pension Fund Board

The Wheaton Firefighters' Pension Fund Board will hold a special meeting to consider a contribution refund for Matthew Villegas. The agenda includes public comment and a possible closed session. No other substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Contribution refund for Matthew Villegas

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fire Pension Board is holding a special meeting to address membership and benefit applications. The board will consider a contribution refund for Matthew Villegas.

• Contribution refund application for Matthew Villegas

Library Board

The Wheaton Public Library Board will vote on a proposed Privacy Policy. They will also receive a presentation on the West Side Plaza and Main Floor Interior Project from Studio GC and review the first-quarter summary of the Strategic Plan. The consent agenda includes approval of July 2024 minutes and financial reports.

• Motion to Approve Wheaton Public Library Privacy Policy
• Presentation: West Side Plaza and Main Floor Interior Project – Studio GC
• Strategic Plan – Quarter 1 Summary
• Financial Reports for July 2024 and Bill Listing for August 2024 Payment
• Minutes for the July 15, 2024 Board Meeting

Local Liquor Commission

The Wheaton Local Liquor Commission will hold a public hearing on August 15, 2024. They will consider two liquor license applications: a Class E and E Café license for Mariano's at 625 S. Main Street, and a Class I license for Positano Ristorante at 121 E. Liberty Drive. They will also review Warren's Ale House at 51 Town Square and vote on a proposed Liquor Code Amendment creating a new Class U license for craft cocktail lounges.

• Application for Class E and E Café license – 1918 Winter Street Illinois LLC d/b/a Mariano’s – 625 S. Main Street
• Application for Class I license – Bari Restaurant Group Inc. d/b/a Positano Ristorante Wheaton – 121 E. Liberty Drive
• Courtyard review – Warren’s Ale House, LLC d/b/a Warren’s Ale House – 51 Town Square
• Liquor Code Amendment – Proposed Class U Liquor License for Craft Cocktail Lounge

Public Notices & Hearings

The Local Liquor Commission meeting originally set for August 8 has been rescheduled to August 15, 2024, at 7 PM in Wheaton City Hall. This notice is purely procedural; no agenda items are listed.

• Local Liquor Commission meeting rescheduled from Aug 8 to Aug 15, 2024, at 7 PM in City Council Chambers, 303 W. Wesley Street

Police Pension Fund Board

The Wheaton Police Pension Fund Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss financial reports, approve bills, review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, and elect board officers. They will also consider a membership application from Carlos Pliego and receive legal updates.

• Review/Approve Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Board Officer Elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Application for Membership – Carlos Pliego
• Presentation and Approval of Bills
• Discussion/Possible Action on Cash Management Policy

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss new business regarding Roosevelt Road. The primary item is a request for a text amendment and rezoning under Article 31.

• ZA 24-11: Text amendment and rezoning for Article 31 - Roosevelt Road

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2024, to consider Zoning Application #24-11, which proposes a text amendment and rezoning of properties along Roosevelt Road to establish four new zoning districts (R-R-1 through R-R-4). The application implements recommendations from the Roosevelt Road Corridor Plan adopted by City Ordinance O-2022-35. Existing uses would be grandfathered. The board will take public comment in person and via Zoom.

• Rezoning of parcels along Roosevelt Road from the Illinois Prairie Path to Hale Street to R-R-1 district
• Rezoning from Hale Street to Chase Street to R-R-2 district
• Rezoning from Chase Street to Blanchard Road to R-R-3 district
• Rezoning from Blanchard Road to the eastern city border to R-R-4 district
• New use categories, bulk, design, setback, landscaping, and parking requirements for the corridor

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will hold a special in-person meeting on August 13, 2024. The agenda includes discussing the Arts Subcommittee under new business and reviewing Mural Designs, including the 2014 RJ Ogren Mural, under old business. No final votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

• New Business: Arts Subcommittee discussion
• Old Business: Mural Designs review
• Old Business: 2014 RJ Ogren Mural review
• Special meeting held at Gamon Room, Wheaton City Hall

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to discuss new business from the Arts Subcommittee and revisit old business regarding mural designs and the 2014 RJ Ogren mural. Public comments will be taken.

• New Business: Arts Subcommittee discussion
• Old Business: Mural Designs
• Old Business: 2014 RJ Ogren mural

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton City Council Planning Session scheduled for August 12, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of business. No items are being decided or discussed at this meeting.

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will hear a presentation from CUSD200 school district officials, review the Festival of Cultures program budget and assignments, and discuss the D-Day Recap partner program. The meeting also includes welcoming a new commissioner and approving June minutes.

• Community presentation by CUSD200 Superintendent Jeff Schuler on school district engagement
• Festival of Cultures budget review
• Festival of Cultures assignment updates
• D-Day Recap partner program discussion
• Approval of minutes from June 5, 2024

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will consider approving a firefighter eligibility list with preference points. They also will enter closed session to approve prior closed session minutes and interview entry-level police officer candidates.

• Approval of Firefighter Eligibility List with Preference Points
• Closed session to approve minutes under 5ILCS 120/2(C)(21)
• Closed session entry-level police officer candidate interviews under 5ILCS 120/2(C)(21)

Public Notices & Hearings

This is a special meeting of the Board of Fire & Police Commissioners. The board will hold a closed session to interview entry-level police officer candidates and to approve closed session minutes. Public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda. No other substantive public business is scheduled.

• Public comment period
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Closed session: Approval of closed session minutes (5 ILCS 120/2(C)(21))
• Closed session: Entry-level police officer candidate interviews (5 ILCS 120/2(C)(21))

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is meeting primarily to conduct a closed session to interview entry-level police officer candidates and to approve prior closed session minutes. The agenda includes routine items such as public comment, minutes approval, and old/new business, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Closed session to interview entry-level police officer candidates (5ILCS 120/2(C)(21))
• Approval of closed session minutes (5ILCS 120/2(C)(21))

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting on July 31, 2024. The session includes a closed session to conduct entry-level police officer candidate interviews.

• Entry-level police officer candidate interviews

Firefighters' Pension Fund Board

The Board of Trustees will review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request. The meeting includes the adoption of a municipal compliance report and elections for Board President and Secretary.

• Review and approval of Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Review and adoption of Municipal Compliance Report
• Board Officer Elections for President and Secretary
• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Review of Cash Management Policy

Public Notices & Hearings

This is a procedural notice announcing that the Wheaton Fire Pension Board has rescheduled its regular meeting from August 7 to July 30, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at Fire Station #1. No other agenda items or decisions are listed.

• Fire Pension Board Regular Meeting rescheduled to July 30, 2024, at 8:00 a.m.
• Meeting location: Wheaton Fire Station #1, 1 Fapp Circle

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Wheaton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a closed session to interview lateral and entry-level police officer candidates and to approve prior closed session minutes. No open-session votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of closed session minutes
• Lateral police officer candidate interviews
• Entry-level police officer candidate interviews

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for police officer candidates. These interviews will take place during a closed session.

• Lateral Police Officer Candidate Interviews
• Entry Level Police Officer Candidate Interviews

Planning & Zoning Board

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on a request for a corner side yard setback variation at 1926 N. Summit Street. The board will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes and take public comment.

• Public hearing on ZA 24-10 – corner side yard setback variation at 1926 N. Summit Street (applicant: Cynamon-Murphy)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider Zoning Application #24-10, which requests a variation to allow a two-story addition to remain with a reduced corner side yard setback of 16.8 feet instead of the required 23.3 feet. The property is located at 1926 N. Summit Street and is zoned R-3 Residential. Public comments will be accepted in person, via Zoom, or in writing.

• Zoning Application #24-10: variation to Article 3.4A.5c for reduced corner side yard setback (16.8 ft vs. 23.3 ft) for existing addition at 1926 N. Summit Street
• Property owned by Jacob and Rebecca Cynamon-Murphy
• Public hearing scheduled for July 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in Wheaton City Hall and via Zoom

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will review community feedback on the MMW event and receive an update on the mural project at the Wheaton French Market Plaza. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda focuses on discussion and updates.

• Discussion of MMW success and community feedback
• Update on mural at Wheaton French Market Plaza (from Randy King, July 22, 2024)

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss two items: a water rate study and art wall options for Lot #3. No votes are scheduled; the meeting will also include approval of minutes from the July 8, 2024 planning session and public comment limited to agenda items.

• Discussion of water rate study results
• Discussion of art wall options for Lot #3
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2024 planning session

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission is meeting to approve June minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports from the chair on the July City Council meeting, Safe Routes to School, grant writing, and the Bike Plan consultant. Ongoing business includes planning for National Night Out, a History Ride, mapping Safe Routes, and group rides. New business features an update on a proposed sidewalk from Westhaven Drive to St. Francis High School.

• Update on new sidewalk from Westhaven Drive to St. Francis High School
• Warrenville Road crosswalk proposal postponed until August
• Request for a marked line on Seminary Avenue (WBPC request)
• National Night Out involvement and group rides on August 6 and 10
• Planning for History Ride – needs finalization and police support

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Historical Commission regular meeting scheduled for July 16, 2024 has been cancelled. No other items are on the agenda.

• Regular meeting of the Wheaton Historical Commission for July 16, 2024 is cancelled

Library Board

The Wheaton Library Board will hold a regular meeting, considering consent items including June minutes and financial reports, and then taking up new business. They will elect officers for the 2024-2025 term, vote on a motion to waive the city's fidelity bond requirement for the Mad Fore Plaid event in January 2025, and receive an update on the 2024-2026 strategic plan. A closed session is scheduled to discuss minutes of prior closed meetings, followed by a possible vote on a resolution to release those minutes.

• Election of officers for July 2024 – June 2025
• Motion to approve waiver of fidelity bond requirements for the Mad Fore Plaid event on January 17, 2025
• 2024-2026 Strategic Plan Update
• Resolution R-03-24 authorizing release of closed session minutes
• Consent agenda includes minutes from June 17 board and nominating committee meetings, and June financial reports

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Wheaton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is meeting to consider and approve the initial entry-level eligibility lists for police officers and firefighters. The lists include preference points for qualifying candidates.

• Approval of Initial Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (with preference points)
• Approval of Initial Firefighter Eligibility List (with preference points)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider approving the Initial Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List and the Initial Firefighter Eligibility List, both with preference points. This decision will establish the candidate pool for future hiring. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of minutes.

• Approval of Initial Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (with preference points)
• Approval of Initial Firefighter Eligibility List (with preference points)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Local Liquor Commission meeting scheduled for July 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

• Cancellation of the July 11 Local Liquor Commission meeting

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will conduct interviews for lateral police officer candidates during a closed session. The meeting also includes standard procedures such as public comment and the approval of minutes.

• Lateral Police Officer Candidate Interviews
• Approval of Closed Session Minutes

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

• No items were scheduled for this meeting

City Council Planning Sessions

The Wheaton City Council Planning Session will hold discussions regarding dynamic speed feedback signs and ambulance service fees. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the June 10, 2024, planning session.

• Discussion of Dynamic Speed Feedback Signs
• Discussion of Ambulance Service Fees
• Approval of June 10, 2024, draft minutes

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet to conduct routine business. The agenda includes the approval of an initial firefighter eligibility list.

• Approval of Initial Firefighter Eligibility List

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet on July 3, 2024. The agenda includes the approval of an initial firefighter eligibility list and the approval of meeting minutes.

• Approval of Initial Firefighter Eligibility List

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet to consider the approval of an initial entry level police officer eligibility list. The agenda also includes public comment and the approval of minutes.

• Approval of Initial Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet on June 26, 2024. The meeting includes the approval of an initial entry level police officer eligibility list.

• Approval of Initial Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List

Environmental Improvement Commission

The Environmental Improvement Commission will review budget reports and updates on electronic recycling and Adopt-a-Highway programs. The meeting also includes discussions regarding National Night Out and future community cleanup efforts.

• Funding for EIC events
• National Night Out planning (8/6/24)
• New medical waste legislation discussion
• Native Plant Sale planning (4/26/2025)
• Prairie Path Cleanup planning (4/26/2025)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 25, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of business.

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton City Council planning session scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of business.

Tobacco Commission

The Wheaton Tobacco Commission is holding a violation hearing regarding Nitro Star LLC D/B/A Nitro Star Vape & Smoke. The matter involves the business located at 1801 E. Roosevelt Road, Suite C.

• Violation Hearing: Nitro Star LLC D/B/A Nitro Star Vape & Smoke (1801 E. Roosevelt Road, Suite C)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Local Tobacco Commission has rescheduled its meeting from June 13 to June 20, 2024. The agenda includes a violation hearing regarding Nitro Star LLC d/b/a Nitro Star Vape & Smoke at 1801 E. Roosevelt Road, Suite C. The commission will also consider approving minutes from June 8, 2023.

• Violation hearing for Nitro Star LLC d/b/a Nitro Star Vape & Smoke (1801 E. Roosevelt Road, Suite C)
• Approval of June 8, 2023, meeting minutes

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission will discuss a crosswalk proposal for Warrenville Rd and updates on Safe Routes mapping. The meeting also includes reports on grant writing and the Carlton Sign rejection by IDOT.

• Warrenville Rd Crosswalk Proposal
• Carlton Sign rejection by IDOT
• Safe Routes/Bike to School updates
• Lombard Cycling Classic volunteer opportunities

Historic Commission

The Commission will discuss a historic places application for 201 West Union and preparations for the July 13 French Market. Members will also receive updates on several local historical projects, including the Otto Hake Murals and a Main Street walking tour.

• Application for 201 West Union for Wheaton Register of Historic Places
• July 13 French Market planning
• Otto Hake Murals update
• Main Street walking tour update
• Red Grange historical marker update

Library Board

The Wheaton Library Board will meet to develop and approve a recommended slate of officers for the 2024-2025 term. This includes the positions of President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary.

• Approval of a recommended slate of board officers for 2024-2025
• Public comment period for citizens in attendance

Library Board

The Library Board will review May 2024 financial reports and the June 2024 bill listing. The board will also consider a motion regarding the installation of a Narcan dispensary in the library. Public comments are permitted during the meeting.

• Motion to approve installation of a Narcan dispensary
• Review of May 20, 2024, Board Meeting minutes
• May 2024 financial reports and June 2024 bill listing

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission has rescheduled its regular June meeting. The meeting will now take place on Monday, June 17, 2024, at 6 pm in the Gamon Room at Wheaton City Hall.

• Rescheduled Fine & Cultural Arts Commission meeting

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will conduct regular business at its June 17 meeting. The agenda includes a review of Make Music Wheaton under old business.

• Review of Make Music Wheaton

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Local Tobacco Commission will meet on June 13, 2024. The agenda includes a violation hearing regarding Nitro Star LLC d/b/a Nitro Star Vape & Smoke at 1801 E. Roosevelt Road, Suite C.

• Violation Hearing – Nitro Star LLC d/b/a Nitro Star Vape & Smoke (1801 E. Roosevelt Road, Suite C)

Public Notices & Hearings

The Local Liquor Commission meeting scheduled for June 13, 2024, at Wheaton City Hall has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

• Cancellation of the June 13, 2024, Local Liquor Commission meeting

Planning & Zoning Board

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will meet on June 11, 2024. The agenda includes a request for a rear yard setback variation at 1501 Waldorth Court. The board will also consider approval of minutes and public comments.

• ZA 24-09: Rear yard setback variation at 1501 Waldorth Court

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider zoning application #24-09. The request seeks to allow an existing 10-foot by 12-foot deck to remain with a 15-foot rear yard setback instead of the required 25 feet.

• Zoning Application #24-09: variation for a deck setback at 1501 Waldorth Court

City Council Planning Sessions

The planning session includes a discussion regarding ambulance service fees and a presentation for the Lot #3 art wall. The council will also consider approving draft minutes from the May 13, 2024, meeting.

• Lot #3 Art Wall Presentation
• Ambulance Service Fee Discussion
• Approval of May 13, 2024, draft minutes

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to approve board rules and regulations and conduct elections for officers. The agenda also includes closed session interviews for lateral police officer candidates.

• Approval of Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
• Election of Officers to the Board
• Lateral Police Officer Candidate Interviews

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will elect its officers and approve new rules and regulations. The meeting also includes closed session interviews for lateral police officer candidates.

• Election of Board officers
• Approval of Rules and Regulations
• Lateral Police Officer candidate interviews
• Approval of Closed Session minutes

Community Relations Commission

The commission will hear a presentation from the People’s Resource Center. Members will also review updates on the Good Citizens Awards and the FOC program. The meeting includes the appointment of Angela Welker to the Wheaton Park District Board.

• Presentation by Debbie Dudek, People's Resource Center
• Appointment of Angela Welker to Wheaton Park District Board
• Update on Make Music Wheaton event
• Good Citizens Awards recap

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission has rescheduled its regular May meeting. The meeting will now take place on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 6 pm at Wheaton City Hall.

• Rescheduled Fine & Cultural Arts Commission meeting on June 3, 2024

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to welcome a new commissioner and discuss ongoing projects. The agenda includes updates on Make Music Wheaton and the mural at the Plaza.

• Welcome of new commissioner Lynette Zelis
• Discussion of Make Music Wheaton
• Discussion of Mural at the Plaza

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss old business regarding a specific property amendment. The primary item on the agenda is a special use permit amendment for the Wheaton Park District.

• ZA 24-06: Special use permit amendment for Cosley Zoo parking at 1351 N. Gary Avenue

Environmental Improvement Commission

The commission will review reports on various environmental programs and upcoming recycling events. Members will also discuss funding for EIC events under new business.

• Reports on Adopt-a Highway, Arbor Day at Monroe School, and Native Plant Sale
• Reports on Illinois Prairie Path Cleanup, International Composting Week, and Electronic Recycling
• Electronic Recycling event scheduled for 6/8/24
• Discussion on City Video Hazardous Waste
• Funding for EIC events

Public Notices & Hearings

The Planning Session for the Wheaton City Council scheduled for May 28, 2024, has been cancelled. The City Clerk cited a lack of business as the reason for the cancellation.

Historic Commission

The Commission will review a recap of Preservation Week activities and discuss the purchase option for printing plates and copyright for 'Wheaton: A Pictorial Directory'. Updates are also scheduled regarding a Main Street walking tour and the Red Grange historical marker.

• Preservation Week May 2024 recap
• Wheaton: A Pictorial Directory by Jean Moore printing plates and copyright purchase option
• Main Street walking tour update
• Red Grange historical marker update
• Otto Hake Murals DuPage Heritage Gallery update

Library Board

The Wheaton Library Board will discuss the installation of a Narcan dispensary. The board is also deciding on non-resident card participation, the tax method for calculating non-resident fees, and updates to library card renewal and registration policies.

• Discussion on Narcan Dispensary
• Motion to approve non-resident card participation
• Motion to approve tax method for non-resident fees for homeowners and renters
• Motion to amend library card policy for annual automatic renewals and online registration
• Motion to approve Nominating Committee

Police Pension Fund Board

The Board of Trustees will review investment and financial reports and consider applications for retirement and disability benefits. The meeting includes discussions on cash management policy and requests to purchase breaks in service or military service.

• Possible action on Cash Management Policy
• Non-Duty Disability Benefits application for Kamila Lucas
• Requests to purchase break in service for seven individuals
• Military service purchases for Rommy Klamerus and Adam Welte
• Transfer of creditable service from IMRF for Timothy Kolzow

Firefighters' Pension Fund Board

The board will review investment reports from Marquette Associates and financial statements from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP. Agenda items include processing membership applications and certifying recent board election results.

• Membership applications for Christian Koczwara and Matthew Cochran
• Surviving spouse benefits for Holli McLain
• Certification of Board Election Results for Retired Member Position
• Review of Cash Management Policy
• Approval of trustee training registration fees

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The commission is reviewing ongoing business including a Bike Valet event on June 1st and several group ride dates. Members are also preparing a bike rack proposal for the June City Council meeting.

• Bike Valet scheduled for June 1st, 6-11am
• Group Ride on May 25th at 2pm at Blackwell
• Group Ride on June 19th at 10am at Peck Homestead
• Bike rack proposal for the June Council meeting

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review an amendment regarding the special use permit for Cosley Zoo parking located at 1351 N. Gary Avenue. This item is listed under old business for the May 14, 2024, meeting.

• ZA 24-06: Special Use Permit Amendment - Cosley Zoo Parking (1351 N. Gary Avenue)

Public Notices & Hearings

The City of Wheaton Planning & Zoning Board has rescheduled the start time for its May 14, 2024, meeting. The meeting will now begin at 6:00 PM instead of 7:00 PM.

• Planning & Zoning Board meeting time change for May 14, 2024

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss the framework for a 2024 water rate study. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a 2024 stormwater update.

• 2024 Water Rate Study - Framework Discussion
• Stormwater Update 2024 Presentation

Local Liquor Commission

The Local Liquor Control Commission is meeting to consider two new liquor license applications. The body will also review minutes from the April 18, 2024 meeting.

• Class A Liquor License application for Lu's Fine Asian Cuisine, LLC at 2001 S. Naperville Road
• Class M Liquor License application for Stonehouse Market, LLC at 111 Town Square

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

This meeting includes procedural items such as the approval of minutes and public comment. The agenda also includes new business regarding the board's rules and regulations.

• Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet for a special session to conduct commission business. The agenda includes a discussion of Old Business regarding Make Music Wheaton.

• Discussion of Make Music Wheaton

Public Notices & Hearings

The Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board will hold an on-call meeting to discuss various equipment and expense items. The board will review reports and handle new business related to fire station operations.

• Ackerman National Fire Academy expenses
• Station 37 & 38 gear locker replacement
• Stair climber machines
• Office furniture for Station 38
• Car wash membership

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The board will review several new business items including academy expenses, gear locker replacements, and office furniture. The meeting also includes a treasurer's report and opportunities for public comment.

• Ackerman National Fire academy expenses
• Station 37 & 38 gear locker replacement
• Stair climber machines
• Office furniture for Station 38
• Car wash membership

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss old business. The primary item on the agenda is Make Music Wheaton.

• Discussion of Make Music Wheaton

Community Relations Commission

The Commission is coordinating logistics for the May 20th Good Citizens Awards reception. Members are also discussing subcommittee assignments and ideas for the Festival of Cultures scheduled for September 15.

• Planning for May 20th Good Citizens Awards reception
• Organization of September 15 Festival of Cultures
• Community presentation by 6000 Moms
• D-Day Partner program update

Public Notices & Hearings

The City of Wheaton Planning & Zoning Board has rescheduled its regular meeting. The meeting will now begin at 6:00 p.m. instead of 7:00 p.m.

• Meeting time change from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Environmental Improvement Commission

The commission is reviewing reports on the Earth Day Proclamation and electronic recycling. Members are discussing upcoming projects including a library exhibit and native plant sales. The body will also address funding for EIC events.

• Funding for EIC events
• Electronic Recycling report and May 11 event
• Dark Sky's Week Library Exhibit (May 2-8)
• Native Plant Sale (April 27)
• Illinois Prairie Path Cleanup (April 27)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss old business regarding a specific property amendment. The primary item on the agenda is a request related to parking at the Cosley Zoo.

• ZA 24-06: Special use permit amendment for Cosley Zoo parking at 1351 N. Gary Avenue (Wheaton Park District)

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to discuss new business including a request regarding golf ball placement and projects involving Arts Alliance Illinois and the Ducap Community Group. The body will also review old business regarding Make Music Wheaton and the Mural at the Plaza.

• Discussion of golf ball placement (Dee request)
• Arts Alliance Illinois/Illinois Arts Council
• Ducap Community Group/Wheaton (Dupage County Area Project)
• Make Music Wheaton
• Mural at the Plaza

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss the library's building utilization, capital projects, and funding. The session also includes the approval of minutes from the April 8, 2024, planning session.

• Discussion on Library building utilization, capital projects, and funding

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning application for 2015 Stoddard Avenue. The petition includes an annexation request, a rezoning to the R-2 Residential District, and a special use permit for a detached garage.

• Annexation of 2015 Stoddard Avenue
• Rezoning to R-2 Residential District
• Demolition of existing single-family residence for a new two-story home
• Special use permit for a 720 square foot detached garage

Public Notices & Hearings

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of a 30,000 square foot parcel at 2015 N. Stoddard Avenue. The proposal includes rezoning the property to the R-2 Residential District to allow for the demolition of an existing home and the construction of a new single-family residence.

• Annexation and rezoning of 2015 N. Stoddard Avenue to R-2 Residential District
• Special use permit request for a 720 square foot detached garage
• Required recapture payment of $29,890.53 for previous public improvements
• Requirement to extend the sidewalk and restore the roadside ditch

Public Notices & Hearings

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a city-initiated application to amend the Zoning Ordinance. The proposal includes adding school definitions and replacing language regarding variations and off-street parking standards.

• Zoning Application #25-11 to add definitions for Elementary School and High School
• Proposed repeal and replacement of Article 5.7 regarding Variations
• Proposed repeal and replacement of Article 22.2 regarding Off-Street Parking Use and Location Standards
• Proposed creation of 'Administrative Variations' decidable by the Director of Planning & Economic Development

Local Liquor Commission

The Local Liquor Control Commission is meeting to consider three different liquor license applications for businesses on Front Street and Roosevelt Road. The body will also review minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting.

• Class B Liquor License application: Mra Kitchen, LLC at 226 W. Front Street
• Class A Liquor License application: Sabores Chingones 1 LLC at 133 W. Front Street
• Class S Liquor License application: Munddhrimaa Krupa Corp at 625 W. Roosevelt Road

Public Notices & Hearings

The Liquor Control Commission meeting was moved from April 11 to April 18 at 7:00 p.m. The commission will review three liquor license applications during this session.

• Class B Liquor License application: Mra Kitchen, LLC - 226 W. Front Street
• Class A Liquor License application: Sabores Chingones 1 LLC - 133 W. Front Street
• Class S Liquor License application: Munddhrimaa Krup Corp – 625 W. Roosevelt Road

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The commission is meeting to review updates on signage, grant writing, and the bike plan consultant. Members will discuss a bike parking request proposal and sidewalk improvements on the south side of Ridge Park.

• Bike parking request proposal
• Sidewalk south side of Ridge Park
• Access to West Loop from Hampton Dr
• 2024 calendar including Bike to School May 8th
• Updates on signs and Safe Routes

Historic Commission

The Historic Commission will discuss the placement of a Red Grange historical marker and its inclusion in the 2025 budget. The body will also review research for a Main Street walking tour and preservation concerns regarding Otto Hake Murals. Planning for Preservation Week in May 2024 is also on the agenda.

• Vote to proceed with Red Grange historical marker and 2025 budget placement
• Research update on Main Street walking tour
• Preservation concerns regarding Otto Hake Murals at DuPage Heritage Gallery
• Home History Research events on May 9 and May 13
• LIVE! Wheaton Register of Historical Places application updates

Band Commission

The Band Commission will meet to approve minutes from December 11, 2023, and discuss the upcoming season. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion of upcoming season

Library Board

The Board will review a presentation on interior upgrades and vote on funding for furniture replacement. Members will also consider a revised employee manual and a coffee café vendor recommendation.

• Interior Upgrade Project 1A (furniture replacement and reallocation) for $153,703
• Funding for Project 1A using $50,000 from the Garbe Book Endowment Fund
• Funding for Project 1A using $105,000 from the Capital Equipment Replacement Fund
• Approval of the reviewed and revised 2024 Wheaton Public Library Employee Manual
• Recommendation of Awakenings, Inc. as Coffee Café Vendor to the City Council

Public Notices & Hearings

The Band Commission will meet on April 15, 2024, to review minutes from December 11, 2023. The body will discuss the upcoming season under new business.

• Discussion of upcoming season

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will meet to review past Women's History Month programs and discuss upcoming events. The body will hold a discussion and final vote to select the 2024 Good Citizens Awards recipients.

• Selection and final vote for 2024 Good Citizens Awards recipients
• Planning for May 20th Good Citizens Awards reception
• Recap of 'We Are Women' art exhibit, Women in Art profiles, and Clara Barton living history program
• D-Day update
• FOC program update

Public Notices & Hearings

The Community Relations Commission has rescheduled its regular April meeting. The meeting will now take place on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 7:00 pm in the Gamon Room at Wheaton City Hall.

• Rescheduled Community Relations Commission meeting

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss a special use amendment for the Cosley Zoo. The board will also consider a request for special use and variations for a property on County Farm Court.

• ZA 24-06: Special use amendment for Cosley Zoo at 1351 N. Gary Avenue
• ZA 24-07: Special use and variations for 1496 County Farm Court

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a special use permit and two setback variations. The request is for the construction of a 32.0 foot by 34.0 foot combined pool house and covered patio structure.

• Zoning Application #24-07 for 1496 County Farm Court
• Request for side yard setback of 7.36 feet instead of 9.28 feet
• Request for rear yard setback of 10.0 feet instead of 25.0 feet

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss several city updates and project summaries. The meeting includes reviews of the downtown streetscape costs and the city's strategic plan.

• Downtown Streetscape Cost and Change Order Summary
• Water Division Exterior Renovation Update
• Strategic Plan Update

Environmental Improvement Commission

The commission is reviewing reports on electronic and monthly recycling. Members are also discussing several upcoming community events and educational initiatives for the spring season.

• Recycling Extravaganza scheduled for April 13, 2024
• Native Plant Sale scheduled for April 27, 2024
• Illinois Prairie Path Cleanup scheduled for April 27, 2024
• Arbor Day event at Monroe School on April 26, 2024
• Dark Sky's Week education starting May 2, 2024

Public Notices & Hearings

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

Public Notices & Hearings

The Planning Session scheduled for Monday, March 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The City Clerk cited a lack of business as the reason for the cancellation.

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The commission is meeting to review ongoing projects including the Cultural Walk and bike parking proposals. Members will discuss the need for a safer crossing at the Great Western Trail and County Farm Road. The body is also planning for the Recycling Extravaganza and IPP Cleanup.

• Safer crossing request for Great Western Trail at County Farm Road
• Bike parking request Proposal
• Recycling Extravaganza on April 13
• IPP Cleanup on April 27
• Cultural Walk ongoing business

Historic Commission

The Historic Commission is meeting to review research for a Main Street walking tour and discuss future historical marker sites. The body is also planning events for Preservation Week in May 2024, including public home history research sessions.

• Research update for Walking Tour of Main Street
• Discussion of Red Grange historical marker site
• Public home history research events on May 9 and May 13
• Approval of Commission Handbook
• Wheaton Register of Historical Places application updates

Public Notices & Hearings

The City of Wheaton has rescheduled the regular meeting of the Fine & Cultural Arts Commission. The meeting will now take place on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 6:00 pm in the Gamon Room at Wheaton City Hall.

• Rescheduled Fine & Cultural Arts Commission meeting

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding the Festival of Cultures and Women in the Visual Arts. The body will also review old business concerning Make Music Day and a Public Art Project.

• Festival of Cultures
• Community Relations Commission – Women in the Visual Arts
• Make Music Day
• Public Art Project

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve the February 19, 2024 meeting minutes and review financial reports for February 2024. The agenda contains no new or unfinished business items for decision.

• Approval of February 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of February 2024 financial reports
• Review of March 2024 bill listing
• Library Director's report for February 2024

Public Notices & Hearings

The Local Liquor Commission meeting scheduled for March 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The City Clerk cited a lack of business as the reason for the cancellation.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss new business. The primary item on the agenda is a special use permit amendment regarding parking for the Wheaton Park District.

• ZA 24-06: Special use permit amendment for Cosley Zoo parking at 1351 N. Gary Avenue

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning application from the Wheaton Park District. The proposal seeks to amend a special use permit to allow a new off-street parking lot for Cosley Zoo.

• Zoning Application #24-06: Construction of a 93-space off-street parking lot at 1225, 1295, 1303, 1307, 1313, 1325, and 1351 N. Gary Avenue
• Removal of an existing 30-space employee parking lot at 1351 N. Gary Avenue

Public Notices & Hearings

The Planning Session for the Wheaton City Council scheduled for Monday, March 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The City Clerk cited a lack of business as the reason for the cancellation.

Community Relations Commission

The commission is reviewing updates on Black History Month, Women's History Month, and the Good Citizens Awards. Members are also discussing progress on Sister Cities and the Festival of Cultures.

• Good Citizens Awards update regarding nominations and outreach
• Women's History Month art exhibit and partner program updates
• Sister Cities program discussion involving Karlskoga, Sweden and Wheaton-Aston, England
• Festival of Cultures date request submitted to Wheaton Park District

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board will review quarterly reports and the end of probation for a sergeant and three police officers. The meeting also includes closed session interviews for lateral police officer candidates.

• End of probation: Sergeant Mario Fearon
• End of probation: Officer Christopher Dempsey
• End of probation: Officer Amy Green
• End of probation: Officer Patrick Goddard Ziga
• Lateral Police Officer Candidate Interviews

Public Notices & Hearings

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners has moved its regular meeting from March 13, 2024, to March 4, 2024. The meeting will take place at 5:30 PM in the Gamon Room at Wheaton City Hall.

• Rescheduling of Board of Police and Fire Commissioners regular meeting to March 4, 2024

Environmental Improvement Commission

The commission is reviewing the budget and monthly recycling reports. Members are coordinating several spring events and a series of public service announcements on environmental education. The body is also researching business composting.

• Electronic Recycling on 3/9/24
• Recycling Extravaganza on April 13, 2024
• Native Plant Sale on 4/27/24
• Illinois Prairie Path Cleanup on 4/27/24
• Dark Sky's Week education from May 2-8, 2024

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is meeting to discuss old business regarding two specific properties. The board will review requests for variations, text amendments, and subdivisions.

• ZA 24-02: Multiple variations for 520 Childs Street (Noordhoek)
• ZA 24-03: Text amendment, subdivision, and variations for 170 S. Bates Street (Ahiska Construction Inc.)

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The commission is meeting to receive an update on ABCC public art and discuss several ongoing art projects. The agenda includes reviews of the Make Music Day logo and the Bike and Pedestrian Committee Art Walk.

• ABCC public art update
• Make Music Day logo
• Bike and Pedestrian Committee Art Walk
• Public art project mural at the plaza

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss a traffic signal for St. Francis on Roosevelt Rd. The meeting also includes the approval of previous planning session minutes.

• Discussion of St. Francis traffic signal on Roosevelt Rd

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding signs, safe streets, and grant writing. Members are also reviewing the Bike Plan and a potential update to the webpage resource section.

• Updates on Signs
• Safe Streets discussion
• Grant Writing updates
• Bike Plan Review
• Webpage resource section update

Historic Commission

The Historic Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing projects including a residential walking tour and historical marker sites. The body will also provide final approval for the Commission Handbook.

• Final approval of Commission Handbook
• Self-guided walking tour of residential homes on the Wheaton Register of Historic Places Map
• Planning for Preservation Week May 2024
• Home History Research sessions scheduled for May 9 and May 13
• Review of the list of endangered Wheaton historic buildings

Library Board

The Library Board will review statistics and outcome measures for library spaces and discuss the Coffee Café. The board is also considering whether to keep annual distributions within four specific endowment funds.

• Motion to keep $16,300 annual distribution in the Adams Memorial Fund
• Motion to keep $4,800 annual distribution in the Wheaton Public Library Agency Fund
• Motion to keep $2,100 annual distribution in the Garbe Book Endowment Fund
• Motion to keep $4,100 annual distribution in the Theodore M. Utchen Agency Fund
• Discussion on 2021-2023 Strategic Plan Update

Police Pension Fund Board

The Board of Trustees will review investment and financial reports and consider several benefit approvals. The meeting includes discussions on cash management and administrative rules. Members will also review fiduciary liability insurance and trustee term expirations.

• Approval of annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Retirement benefit approvals for James Craig and Dana Opalinski
• Review of Fiduciary Liability Insurance renewal
• Discussion of Cash Management Policy
• Possible purchase of an external hard drive for records management

Public Notices & Hearings

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for February 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The City Clerk cited a lack of business as the reason for the cancellation.

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss alternative billing methods for a proposed stormwater utility fee. The body will also review a draft resolution regarding the local impacts of national immigration policies.

• Discussion of Proposed Stormwater Utility Fee - Alternative Billing Methods
• Draft Resolution regarding local impacts of national immigration policies

Public Notices & Hearings

The Local Liquor Commission meeting scheduled for February 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The City Clerk cited a lack of business as the reason for the cancellation.

Community Relations Commission

The Commission is meeting to review updates for the Good Citizens Awards and Women's History Month programming. The body will also hold elections for 2024 officers and hear a presentation from Stars Family Services.

• Request to move Good Citizens Awards meeting to April 10
• Revised categories and goals for Good Citizens Awards
• Women's History month partner program with Downtown Wheaton Association and DuPage Art League
• Election and retention of 2024 officers
• Community presentation by Tony DiLeonardi of Stars Family Services

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Board is meeting to review the treasurer's report and discuss several new business items. These items include requests for equipment replacements and reimbursements.

• Fitness membership reimbursement
• Station 39 gear locker replacement
• Mustang Suit replacement
• Snow Plow for 38 Pickup
• Paratech Stabilization equipment

Police Pension Fund Board

The Wheaton Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet for a special session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to review and approve a non-duty disability benefit application.

• Application for Non-Duty Disability Benefit for Kamila Nawrot-Lucas

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to discuss new and old business. The agenda includes discussions on public art projects and specific art requests.

• Public Art Projects from the City of Wheaton
• Addiction Art request
• Make Music Day
• Bike and Pedestrian Committee Art Walk

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission is meeting to discuss new and old business regarding city art projects. The body will review requests for addiction art and updates on the Bike and Pedestrian Committee Art Walk.

• Public Art Projects from the City of Wheaton
• Addiction Art request
• Make Music Day
• Bike and Pedestrian Committee Art Walk

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council is holding a special planning session to discuss bus regulations. This is a discussion-based meeting and does not list any final votes or decisions.

• Discussion of bus regulations

Public Notices & Hearings

The City Council is holding a special planning session to continue discussions regarding bus regulations. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Continued discussion of bus regulations

Public Notices & Hearings

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission meeting scheduled for January 23, 2024, has been cancelled.

Environmental Improvement Commission

The commission is meeting to elect officers and discuss funding for upcoming events. Members will review various public service announcements regarding composting, plastic bags, and pollinators. The body is also reviewing city staff sustainability goals to recommend priorities.

• Election of EIC Officers
• Planning for Recycling Extravaganza on April 13, 2024
• Native Plant Sale and Illinois Prairie Path Cleanup on April 27, 2024
• Electronic Recycling event scheduled for February 10, 2024
• Dark Sky's Week education for May 2-8, 2024

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss two new business items. These include a request for a text amendment, subdivision, and variations for a property on S. Bates Street and a text amendment regarding a mobile donation office.

• ZA 24-03: Text amendment, subdivision, and variations for 170 S. Bates Street (Ahiska Construction Inc.)
• ZA 24-04: Text amendment for Article II and XXIIII regarding a mobile donation office

Fine & Cultural Arts Commission

The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission will meet to discuss new public art projects from the City of Wheaton. The body will also review old business regarding Make Music Day and the Bike and Pedestrian Committee Art Walk.

• Public Art Projects from the City of Wheaton
• Make Music Day
• Bike and Pedestrian Committee Art Walk

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board is holding a public hearing to consider an amendment to the city's Zoning Ordinance. The proposal would define 'Mobile Donation Offices' and establish rules for their use as accessory structures on certain properties.

• Zoning Application #24-04: Proposed addition of 'Mobile Donation Office' definition to Article 2
• Proposed amendment to Article 24.4 to allow Mobile Donation Offices as a Special Use in C-1, C-3, and C-5 districts
• Proposed rule prohibiting donation drop boxes on properties that have a Mobile Donation Office
• Application submitted by Quarles and Brady, LLP on behalf of Green Drop Charitable Donations

Public Notices & Hearings

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider Zoning Application #24-03. The applicant seeks to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding variation limitations and subdivide a vacant property into two single-family lots.

• Proposed subdivision of 170 S. Bates Street into two 8,000 square foot lots
• Request to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 5.7B(3).2 regarding variation limitations
• Requested variations to Article 7.2.2a and 7.4a for lot area and width
• Application submitted by Ahiska Construction, Inc. on behalf of Murod Lutfiyev

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss public feedback regarding a proposed stormwater utility fee. The body will also discuss bus regulations.

• Review of public comments on proposed stormwater utility fee
• Discussion of bus regulations

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission

The Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission reviewed updates on city signage and a grant for sidewalks along Roosevelt Road from West Haven to St. Francis. The body also discussed City Council feedback regarding the 2011 bike plan and the need for members to assist with engineering and grant writing.

• Proposed $5,000 cost for a consultant to analyze the bike plan
• Sidewalk installation project along Roosevelt Road from West Haven to St. Francis
• Proposed changes to logistics around Washington School
• Request for commission members to work with the Engineering Department on drop-off/pickup improvements
• Request for commission members to work with city grant writers for safer route funding

Historic Commission

The Historic Commission is meeting to review the status of the Wheaton Register of Historical Places and plan 2024 events. Members will discuss the restoration of the Old Courthouse Bell Tower and the listing of endangered historic buildings.

• Discussion of Old Courthouse Bell Tower Restoration
• Listing of Endangered Wheaton Historic buildings
• Review of future historical marker sites
• Election of Officers
• Planning for a fall 2024 Self-Guided Cemetery Tour

Library Board

The Board will review December 2023 financial reports and the Library Director's report. Discussion includes an update on the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan and several motions regarding fund distributions.

• Review of December 2023 minutes
• December 2023 financial reports and January 2024 bill listings
• 2021-2023 Strategic Plan update
• Motion to keep Adams Memorial Fund annual distribution in the fund
• Motion to keep Wheaton Public Library Agency Fund annual distribution in the fund

Local Liquor Commission

The Local Liquor Control Commission will meet to elect a 2024 chairperson. The body will also consider two new liquor license applications for businesses located on W. Liberty Drive.

• Election of 2024 Chairperson
• Class M Liquor License application for Wildflower Mercantile, LLC at 134 W. Liberty Drive
• Class X Liquor License application for Chic Geek LLC DBA The Babe Bodega at 132 W. Liberty Drive

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will review a quarterly report regarding the end of probation for Eric Sousanes. The meeting also includes a closed session to conduct interviews for entry-level firefighter candidates.

• Quarterly Review: End of Probation for Eric Sousanes
• Closed Session: Entry Level Firefighter Candidate Interviews

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to consider two new business items. These include a special use permit request for the DuPage County Health Department and multiple variations for 520 Childs Street.

• Special Use Permit (ZA 24-01) for DuPage County Health Department at 115 N. County Farm Road
• Multiple variations (ZA 24-02) for 520 Childs Street

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning application for the DuPage County Health Department. The proposal involves amending a special use permit to add a new facility to the existing community center site.

• Zoning Application #24-01: Proposed 30,000 square foot two-story Crisis Recovery Center at 115 N. County Farm Road
• Request for a total of 413 parking spaces for the combined buildings

Public Notices & Hearings

The Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning application for 520 Childs Street. The applicant is seeking multiple variations to allow for a new in-ground pool and a two-story detached garage.

• Zoning Application #24-02 for 520 Childs Street
• Request for 16 by 40 foot in-ground pool
• Request for 700 square foot two-story detached garage
• Variation for lot width of 46.33 feet instead of 50.0 foot minimum
• Variations for side yard setbacks for pool decking, equipment pad, and garage

City Council Planning Sessions

The City Council will hold a planning session to discuss changes to parking fees. The discussion covers daily fees, quarterly permit rates, and parking meters.

• Discussion of parking fee changes for daily fees, quarterly permit rates, and parking meters

Community Relations Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss the status of the budget and annual report. Members will provide updates on several community events and review commissioner applicants.

• Review of WCRC commissioner applicants
• Budget and Annual Report update
• Good Citizens Awards update
• Black History Month and Women's History Month updates
• D-Day event update

Public Notices & Hearings

The regular meeting of the Wheaton City Council scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2024, has been cancelled. The City Clerk cited a lack of business as the reason for the cancellation.