Be Advised: Tornado Siren Testing Today!
In accordance with a statewide policy, Whitewater tests its outdoor warning sirens the first Saturday of the month at 12:00 p.m. all year-round through rain or shine.
Learn more on our city website by searching, "outdoor warning system"!
#testing #warningsystem #severeweather #cityofwhitewater #whitewaterwi
In accordance with a statewide policy, Whitewater tests its outdoor warning sirens the first Saturday of the month at 12:00 p.m. all year-round through rain or shine.
Learn more on our city website by searching, "outdoor warning system"!
#testing #warningsystem #severeweather #cityofwhitewater #whitewaterwi
🌪️ WISCONSIN TORNADO DRILL — THIS THURSDAY! 🚨
Are you ready, Wisconsin? Severe Weather Awareness Week is here, and the Statewide Tornado Drill is your chance to practice your safety plan before real storms strike. ⛈️
🗓 April 16th, 2026
⏰1:45 PM & 6:45 PM
At both drill times:
• 📢 Social media alerts
• 📻 NOAA Weather Radio routine weekly test
• 📝 Public information statement
Optional (varies by community):
• 🔊 Outdoor warning sirens
• 📺📻 TV/Radio interruptions
Take a few minutes to run through your tornado plan at home, work, or school. If you can’t participate at those exact times, set aside another moment today to walk through your safe shelter location with friends, family, or coworkers. ✔️
Preparedness saves lives!
#severeweatherweek #stayinformed #savinglives #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Are you ready, Wisconsin? Severe Weather Awareness Week is here, and the Statewide Tornado Drill is your chance to practice your safety plan before real storms strike. ⛈️
🗓 April 16th, 2026
⏰1:45 PM & 6:45 PM
At both drill times:
• 📢 Social media alerts
• 📻 NOAA Weather Radio routine weekly test
• 📝 Public information statement
Optional (varies by community):
• 🔊 Outdoor warning sirens
• 📺📻 TV/Radio interruptions
Take a few minutes to run through your tornado plan at home, work, or school. If you can’t participate at those exact times, set aside another moment today to walk through your safe shelter location with friends, family, or coworkers. ✔️
Preparedness saves lives!
#severeweatherweek #stayinformed #savinglives #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🚧 Road Construction Notice: Hwy 59 & 89 🚧
The Wisconsin DOT will begin roadway improvements in and near Whitewater starting April 1, 2026, with work expected to continue through late June/early July.
Here’s what to expect:
🔹 Stage 1 & 3: Detours in place (County Hwy N & Hwy 26)
🔹 Stage 2: Traffic remains open with flagging
🔹 Improvements include new asphalt, curb/gutter work, and upgraded sidewalks & ramps
📢 Electronic message boards will be posted one week before closures.
Please plan ahead, follow posted detours, and use extra caution in construction zones.
Thank you for your patience as we improve our roadways!
#construction #gettingupgraded #cityimprovement #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
The Wisconsin DOT will begin roadway improvements in and near Whitewater starting April 1, 2026, with work expected to continue through late June/early July.
Here’s what to expect:
🔹 Stage 1 & 3: Detours in place (County Hwy N & Hwy 26)
🔹 Stage 2: Traffic remains open with flagging
🔹 Improvements include new asphalt, curb/gutter work, and upgraded sidewalks & ramps
📢 Electronic message boards will be posted one week before closures.
Please plan ahead, follow posted detours, and use extra caution in construction zones.
Thank you for your patience as we improve our roadways!
#construction #gettingupgraded #cityimprovement #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
📣 ATTENTION — UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS
The agendas for both the upcoming Plan & Architectural Review Commission and Public Works Committee are now available.
🏛️ Plan & Architectural Review Commission
🗓 April 13, 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Municipal Building – Community Room
312 W. Whitewater St.
🏗️Public Works Committee
🗓 April 14, 2026
⏰ 5:15 p.m.
📍 Cravath Lakefront Room (2nd Floor)
312 W. Whitewater St.
💬 Public input is encouraged! Community members are strongly encouraged to join, listen, and participate during designated comment periods. The meeting is open to the public.
🔗 Virtual meeting link attached in the agenda!
🔗 PARC and PWC agendas can be found on the City of Whitewater website, under "Agendas, Minutes, and Videos"
Your voice matters. Join us and stay involved in your Whitewater community!
#stayconnected #communityoutreach #agendas #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
The agendas for both the upcoming Plan & Architectural Review Commission and Public Works Committee are now available.
🏛️ Plan & Architectural Review Commission
🗓 April 13, 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Municipal Building – Community Room
312 W. Whitewater St.
🏗️Public Works Committee
🗓 April 14, 2026
⏰ 5:15 p.m.
📍 Cravath Lakefront Room (2nd Floor)
312 W. Whitewater St.
💬 Public input is encouraged! Community members are strongly encouraged to join, listen, and participate during designated comment periods. The meeting is open to the public.
🔗 Virtual meeting link attached in the agenda!
🔗 PARC and PWC agendas can be found on the City of Whitewater website, under "Agendas, Minutes, and Videos"
Your voice matters. Join us and stay involved in your Whitewater community!
#stayconnected #communityoutreach #agendas #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
📢 Now Hiring! Current employment opportunities include jobs with the Whitewater Parks & Recreation, Public Works, and Whitewater Fire & EMS.
Positions are going fast. Apply today!
#nowhiring #outreach #jobs #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🗳️✨ Thank you, Whitewater! ✨🗳️
We’re grateful to our dedicated election workers and every resident who took the time to make their voice heard. Your participation keeps our community strong and our democracy moving forward.
Your voice matters!
We’re grateful to our dedicated election workers and every resident who took the time to make their voice heard. Your participation keeps our community strong and our democracy moving forward.
Your voice matters!
🏛️ Whitewater Common Council Meeting – Tonight!
The Whitewater Common Council meets Thursday, April 9th, at 6:00 PM. Stay informed and engaged with what’s happening in our community!
📺 Watch on Channel 990, but be aware with system upgrading, broadcasting may not be available. If not, tune into our YouTube live stream at 6 pm!
▶️ Stream on YouTube at "Whitewater Community TV"
💻 Join via Microsoft Teams found in our agenda packet located under the "Agendas, Minutes, & Videos" tab
📄 View the meeting agenda on our website under the "Agendas, Minutes, & Videos" tab
Your voice and participation help shape the future of Whitewater!
#communitytv #localnews #commoncouncil #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
The Whitewater Common Council meets Thursday, April 9th, at 6:00 PM. Stay informed and engaged with what’s happening in our community!
📺 Watch on Channel 990, but be aware with system upgrading, broadcasting may not be available. If not, tune into our YouTube live stream at 6 pm!
▶️ Stream on YouTube at "Whitewater Community TV"
💻 Join via Microsoft Teams found in our agenda packet located under the "Agendas, Minutes, & Videos" tab
📄 View the meeting agenda on our website under the "Agendas, Minutes, & Videos" tab
Your voice and participation help shape the future of Whitewater!
#communitytv #localnews #commoncouncil #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Explore Whitewater's Public GIS Map! 🌐🗺️🌿
Through the Basemap widget on our GIS Map, you can view historic imagery, going all the way back to the year 2000.
Whether you're researching property changes, exploring neighborhood history, or just love seeing how the community has grown, this tool makes it easy to compare aerial imagery across multiple years.
🗺️ Here's how to access the historic imagery feature:
Open the GIS Map
Click on the Basemap tab
Select the aerial year you’d like to view
🔗Check out our NEW digital, interactive map on the GIS Map page City of Whitewater's Website.
#geography #themoreyouknow #econdev #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Through the Basemap widget on our GIS Map, you can view historic imagery, going all the way back to the year 2000.
Whether you're researching property changes, exploring neighborhood history, or just love seeing how the community has grown, this tool makes it easy to compare aerial imagery across multiple years.
🗺️ Here's how to access the historic imagery feature:
Open the GIS Map
Click on the Basemap tab
Select the aerial year you’d like to view
🔗Check out our NEW digital, interactive map on the GIS Map page City of Whitewater's Website.
#geography #themoreyouknow #econdev #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🗳️ Whitewater, it’s almost time to vote!
Voting will take place Tuesday, April 7th from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
⚠️ IMPORTANT Reminder: If you’re in line by 8 p.m., you will still be allowed to vote as long as you stay in line! Anyone who arrives after 8 PM will be kindly turned away. We ask that you please don’t wait until the last minute.
Make your plan, know your location, and let your voice be heard!
📍 Polling Locations:
• Whitewater Armory Gym (146 W North St.)
• UW‑Whitewater University Center (190 Hamilton Grn Way)
Register to vote and find your polling location at www.myvote.wi.gov
👍 Share this to help spread the word!
#myvote #voting #elections #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Whitewater Forward: Design Workshop!
As we enter into the month of April, there are many exciting things happening. Join us Monday the 20th and Tuesday the 21st for a Whitewater Forward Design Workshop. Stop by and check out what the planning team has been up to and give your feedback regarding your ideas and goals for the future of Whitewater.
⚠️IMPORTANT: This is an open-door event with no planned presentation.
📍 Cravath Lakefront Building
📅 April 20th and April 21st
🕙 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Thank you for your continued commitment to Whitewater!
#WWForward #stayconnected #ideasandgoals #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🐰🌸 Wishing you the happiest of Easter's today! 🐰🌸
#eastervibes #happyeaster #easterbunny #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
#eastervibes #happyeaster #easterbunny #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🎉Be Part of the 2026 City Whitewater 4th of July Parade!
The @whitewaterparksrec department is excited to host the 2026 Whitewater 4th of July Parade, and we want YOU to be part of it! This year’s celebration is extra special as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary, and we’re looking to make the parade bigger, more festive, and more memorable than ever. No entry fee required!
Here's what we're looking for:
🎆 Floats
🎺 Marching groups
🚗 Decorated vehicles
🎭 Performances or creative displays
When is the Parade?
📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026
⏰ Parade begins at 10:00 AM
Sign up today at the Whitewater Parks & Rec website and help bring the patriotic spirit and community pride to this historic celebration. Let’s make this a parade to remember!
#parade #america250 #festivities #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
The @whitewaterparksrec department is excited to host the 2026 Whitewater 4th of July Parade, and we want YOU to be part of it! This year’s celebration is extra special as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary, and we’re looking to make the parade bigger, more festive, and more memorable than ever. No entry fee required!
Here's what we're looking for:
🎆 Floats
🎺 Marching groups
🚗 Decorated vehicles
🎭 Performances or creative displays
When is the Parade?
📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026
⏰ Parade begins at 10:00 AM
Sign up today at the Whitewater Parks & Rec website and help bring the patriotic spirit and community pride to this historic celebration. Let’s make this a parade to remember!
#parade #america250 #festivities #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
📣ATTENTION: the Municipal Building is CLOSED TODAY!
Although we are out of the office, our City Clerk’s Office remains open on the 2nd floor for in‑person absentee voting.
📍 City of Whitewater Municipal Building
2nd Floor – City Clerk’s Office (312 W. Whitewater St.)
🕙 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Register or request your absentee ballot at myvote.wi.gov. We'll be open again on Monday, at 8:00 a.m. See you all next week!
#myvote #closed #earlyvoting #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Although we are out of the office, our City Clerk’s Office remains open on the 2nd floor for in‑person absentee voting.
📍 City of Whitewater Municipal Building
2nd Floor – City Clerk’s Office (312 W. Whitewater St.)
🕙 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Register or request your absentee ballot at myvote.wi.gov. We'll be open again on Monday, at 8:00 a.m. See you all next week!
#myvote #closed #earlyvoting #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🎉Happy National Walking Day!
From Downtown Whitewater to UW-Whitewater to the west side, there is nothing short of sights to see while walking throughout the community.
Take advantage of all Whitewater has to offer!
🚶Stroll around Cravath Lakefront Park and Trippe Lake Park.
🚴♂️Enjoy our various bike paths throughout town.
Need some help? Visit Whitewater Parks & Recreation's website or the Whitewater GIS Map on our city website to learn more about our parks and our bike paths. Take advantage of all they have to offer this spring!
#walkablecommunity #nationalwalkingday #springseason #cityofwhitewater #whitewaterwi
Discover what you can explore in the Whitewater Public GIS Viewer! 🌐🗺️🌿
From economic development layers— like vacant lands and Tax Increment Districts —to essential local government boundaries such as aldermanic districts, our GIS map brings a wide range of information together in one easy‑to‑use place.
It's interactive, user friendly, connects to additional data sources from external government partners like the U.S. Treasury and the Wisconsin DNR. These new features give all users even more insights during a single experience.
🔗Check out our NEW digital, interactive map on the GIS Map page City of Whitewater's Website.
#themoreyouknow#geography #econdev #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
From economic development layers— like vacant lands and Tax Increment Districts —to essential local government boundaries such as aldermanic districts, our GIS map brings a wide range of information together in one easy‑to‑use place.
It's interactive, user friendly, connects to additional data sources from external government partners like the U.S. Treasury and the Wisconsin DNR. These new features give all users even more insights during a single experience.
🔗Check out our NEW digital, interactive map on the GIS Map page City of Whitewater's Website.
#themoreyouknow#geography #econdev #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🌱 COMPOST SITE OPENS FOR THE 2026 SEASON! 🌿
Whitewater residents: it’s that time of year again! The City of Whitewater Compost Site is officially reopening for the season.
📅 Opening Dates & Hours
• Saturdays starting April 4 — 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Wednesdays starting April 8 — 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Please arrive with enough time to unload. The site closes promptly at the posted hours. The compost site is available to City of Whitewater residents only. Here's additional information:
🍂 Yard Waste Drop-Off
• Yard waste must be removed from bags, cans, and containers.
• Please take all containers home. Do not leave them at the site.
🪵 Compost & Wood Chips Available
• Residents may collect compost or wood chips (self‑loading).
• A City loader will be available starting Saturday, April 4 and the first Saturday of each month.
• No loader on July 4, it will be available July 11 instead.
🚫 Reminder: Yard waste must not be placed on city streets or rights‑of‑way except on designated days, per City Ordinance 12.08.010.
Let’s keep Whitewater clean, green, and thriving! 🌿💚
#composting #ecofriendly #sustainability #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Whitewater residents: it’s that time of year again! The City of Whitewater Compost Site is officially reopening for the season.
📅 Opening Dates & Hours
• Saturdays starting April 4 — 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Wednesdays starting April 8 — 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Please arrive with enough time to unload. The site closes promptly at the posted hours. The compost site is available to City of Whitewater residents only. Here's additional information:
🍂 Yard Waste Drop-Off
• Yard waste must be removed from bags, cans, and containers.
• Please take all containers home. Do not leave them at the site.
🪵 Compost & Wood Chips Available
• Residents may collect compost or wood chips (self‑loading).
• A City loader will be available starting Saturday, April 4 and the first Saturday of each month.
• No loader on July 4, it will be available July 11 instead.
🚫 Reminder: Yard waste must not be placed on city streets or rights‑of‑way except on designated days, per City Ordinance 12.08.010.
Let’s keep Whitewater clean, green, and thriving! 🌿💚
#composting #ecofriendly #sustainability #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🌟 Welcome to the NEW Children’s Space at the Whitewater Library! 🌟
Sarah French & Diane Jaroch at the @whitewater_public_library were so excited to share news about the library's newly expanded Children's Space designed just for kids to explore, play, and learn!
From the moment you walk in, you’ll find endless opportunities for curiosity and creativity: books for every age and interest; movies, STEAM kits, activities, and even telescopes available for checkout; fun toys for imaginative play; cozy furniture and study tables perfect for reading or relaxing; AWE literacy computer games; an activity room featuring new hands‑on, creative activities every month; and of course… our crowd‑favorite scavenger hunt!
There’s always something new to discover so come explore!
✨ Learn more about the Children Space on the Whitewater Public Library website!
#readingisfun #exploration #library #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Sarah French & Diane Jaroch at the @whitewater_public_library were so excited to share news about the library's newly expanded Children's Space designed just for kids to explore, play, and learn!
From the moment you walk in, you’ll find endless opportunities for curiosity and creativity: books for every age and interest; movies, STEAM kits, activities, and even telescopes available for checkout; fun toys for imaginative play; cozy furniture and study tables perfect for reading or relaxing; AWE literacy computer games; an activity room featuring new hands‑on, creative activities every month; and of course… our crowd‑favorite scavenger hunt!
There’s always something new to discover so come explore!
✨ Learn more about the Children Space on the Whitewater Public Library website!
#readingisfun #exploration #library #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
🌿 Spring 2026 Leaf & Yard Waste Collection 🍂
The City of Whitewater – Department of Public Works will collect bagged leaves and yard waste on:
📅 March 30 – April 2, 2026
📅 April 6 – April 10, 2026
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Collection dates are subject to change if we get accumulating snow
Yard Waste Guidelines: Yard waste includes leaves, grass clippings, and garden/yard debris. All materials must be placed in 30‑gallon or smaller biodegradable, clear, or transparent bags.
🚫 Yard waste in non‑transparent or black bags will NOT be collected.
🍁 Bio-Bags are available at the Finance Department window in the fall only.
Placement Instructions:
· For collection beginning March 30, place bags at the curb no earlier than Saturday, March 28.
· For collection beginning April 6, place bags at the curb no earlier than Saturday, April 4.
· All bags must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 9.
📘 Reminder: Per City Ordinance 12.08.010, depositing yard waste on city streets or rights‑of‑way is prohibited, except on designated days.
#leafwaste #publicworks #streetguys #cityofwhitewater #whitewaterwi
The City of Whitewater – Department of Public Works will collect bagged leaves and yard waste on:
📅 March 30 – April 2, 2026
📅 April 6 – April 10, 2026
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Collection dates are subject to change if we get accumulating snow
Yard Waste Guidelines: Yard waste includes leaves, grass clippings, and garden/yard debris. All materials must be placed in 30‑gallon or smaller biodegradable, clear, or transparent bags.
🚫 Yard waste in non‑transparent or black bags will NOT be collected.
🍁 Bio-Bags are available at the Finance Department window in the fall only.
Placement Instructions:
· For collection beginning March 30, place bags at the curb no earlier than Saturday, March 28.
· For collection beginning April 6, place bags at the curb no earlier than Saturday, April 4.
· All bags must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 9.
📘 Reminder: Per City Ordinance 12.08.010, depositing yard waste on city streets or rights‑of‑way is prohibited, except on designated days.
#leafwaste #publicworks #streetguys #cityofwhitewater #whitewaterwi
Whitewater Community Television is back online! 🎉
We're ready to keep you informed, connected, and up to date with all things happening in our community.
💬Reminder: WWTV990 is now available on TDS! We're still available on Spectrum cable, but we've only expanded, and with more to come soon on streaming: Roku, Apple TV, and Fire TV, plus mobile apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Thank you for your patience while we got everything restored. We’re excited to be back on air!
Tune in to WWTV Channel 990 for city updates, community programming, and more. 📺✨
#communitytv #stayconnected #localnews #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
We're ready to keep you informed, connected, and up to date with all things happening in our community.
💬Reminder: WWTV990 is now available on TDS! We're still available on Spectrum cable, but we've only expanded, and with more to come soon on streaming: Roku, Apple TV, and Fire TV, plus mobile apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Thank you for your patience while we got everything restored. We’re excited to be back on air!
Tune in to WWTV Channel 990 for city updates, community programming, and more. 📺✨
#communitytv #stayconnected #localnews #whitewaterwi #cityofwhitewater
Missed the recent forums with @leaugeofwomenvoters? No worries — we’ve got you covered.
🎥 Whitewater Common Council Candidate Forum
▶️ https://youtu.be/BBpnVnPt8nk
🎥 Whitewater School Board Candidate Forum
▶️ https://youtu.be/oEGB6VLmfWs
#news #stayconnected #whitewaterwi #leaugeofwomenvoters #cityofwhitewater
🎥 Whitewater Common Council Candidate Forum
▶️ https://youtu.be/BBpnVnPt8nk
🎥 Whitewater School Board Candidate Forum
▶️ https://youtu.be/oEGB6VLmfWs
#news #stayconnected #whitewaterwi #leaugeofwomenvoters #cityofwhitewater
