Residents of Whitefish Bay, as you prepare for a Thanksgiving filled with warmth and community spirit, take note of a few municipal changes to make way for the holiday festivities. According to the Village of Whitefish Bay Official Weekly Newsletter, the Department of Public Works (DPW) will not be collecting leaves this week. Village President Kevin Buckley urges residents to "consolidating leaf piles so holiday guests have a place to park." Additionally, good news for those concerned about parking for family and friends – night parking rules will be suspended for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights this week.
As for the matter of refuse and recycling collection, any refuse set to be collected on Thursday, November 28, 2024, will instead be picked up on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Likewise, Friday's collection will shift to Wednesday, November 27, 2024. To keep the streets clear and spirits high, the leaf and brush chipper collection will be paused this week but will resume the week of December 2, which marks the final week for these services for the year.
Moving past the logistics of waste collection and leaf piles, the Village President extends a personal invitation to the community. "The Holiday Stroll starts Friday at 6pm, down Silver Spring. I'll be the one in a warm coat and hat, waving," Buckley shared in the same village newsletter. This annual event not only ushers in the holiday season but also serves as a moment for residents to mingle, celebrate, and enjoy the local charm.
The seasonal adjustments made by the village remind us that even in the details of refuse collection and parking regulations, the holiday spirit influences every aspect of community life. If you're in Whitefish Bay this Thanksgiving week, take advantage of the break in regular services to enjoy extended evenings with loved ones and participate in the traditional Holiday Stroll. As the village president puts it, Whitefish Bay is "rich with blessings to be shared!" as noted in the village newsletter.
