NOTICE TO DISCONNECT SUMP PUMPS
FROM THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
Please take a moment to confirm that the sump pump in your home is not
draining into the sanitary sewer system. Sump Pumps must be diverted
to the curb or out to the yard.
Ordinance 410.06, Sec. 1 states: No person(s) shall discharge or cause to
be discharged any unpolluted water such as storm water, ground water, roof
runoff, surface drainage, or non-contact cooling water to
any sanitary sewer.
Any person found in violation of this ordinance shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor, and on conviction thereof, shall be fined in the amount not
exceeding $100.00 for each violation.
Your immediate attention to this matter is appreciated.
Please contact our office if you have any questions!
Thank you, THE CITY OF WHEATON
SNOW EMERGENCY REMINDER: In the event of a Snow
Emergency please remember...
A snow emergency may be called, requiring all vehicles to be
removed from City Streets and alleys within 12 hours.
Vehicles will be towed,
at owners expense, if found in violation of an active Snow
Emergency.
Notices will be posted on Mediacom Channel 8, Radio
Stations KKOK & KMRS.
Residents may also contact the Police Department at
563-4214.
Board
Members Wanted
EDA - The Wheaton Economic Development (EDA) has an opening on its
Board of Directors.
Looking for persons with small business or manufacturing
experience.
Park Board - The City of Wheaton is looking for a new member to
join the Park Board.
Interested parties should contact City Hall at
320-563-4110.
Federal Grant Opportunities:
Grants are now available in the fields of Energy and Environment.
The 20-page description of the Federal Programs can be accessed
here.
Notice to Property Owners: The
increased sewer rate (approved this past summer), has now been
implemented.
Click herefor the Sewer Rate FAQ's.
The New Utility Rate Schedule can be found here.
Wheatonstrikesthe
five senses. Wheaton casts a spell of
magical country innocence... peace, wide open spaces, the theater of
seasons and a heartfelt welcome from local residents.
LakeTraverse and two wild game
farms offer an insider's view of exotic wildlife, including duck and
geese, trumpeter swan, pelicans, deer, raccoon and pheasant in
abundance. Whether you stalk your prey with a camera, rod or gun,
you're sure to enjoy our wide variety of outdoor recreation.
The entire family will enjoy memories of fun-filled
days in and around Wheaton... the harness
races, carnival rides, various entertainment and the county fair, a
glimpse of yesteryear at our quaint railroad museum; golf, water sports,
hunting and down-home cooking, we've got it all.
Wheaton is the only Midwest small border town
to increase population during the last census.
For a complete history of Wheaton, view a copy of the Centennial Book by selecting "Documents"
from the menu bar.
The City of Wheaton is an equal opportunity provider
and employer. City of Wheaton - Home of the World's Largest
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