Governor Announces Anticipated Phase 3 of Reopen Illinois Plan to Begin May 29

On Wednesday, May 20, 2020, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced that the Chicago region, including Lombard, is on track to move from Phase 2 to Phase 3 of the Reopen Illinois Plan, along with certain modifications. This action is pending continued trends of decreased COVID-19 statistics. Specific details on the implementation of how Phase 3 will be subject to rules from the Illinois Department of Public Health that have not yet been announced. The Village will continue to share information and updates about how Phase 3 will affect local businesses; however, the following is anticipated to be allowed, upon entry to Phase 3,
beginning May 29th:

• Restaurants Reopening for Outdoor Seating
  Restaurants are anticipated to be allowed to reopen for outdoor dining, with social distancing and additional restrictions in place. Detailed regulations will be shared when they are made available. The Village will work with local restaurants in efforts to come up with creative solutions in which businesses can reopen within the guidelines of the Reopen Illinois Plan. Changes to services will be reflected on Lombard's Shop Local Interactive Map. 
  
  
• Village Hall Reopening with Restrictions
  It is anticipated that Village Hall will reopen for in person service with limited hours on June 1. Residents are still encouraged to conduct Village business online, over the phone, or via email. This includes paying bills, applying for permits, and report a concern.
  
  Should residents choose to access Village Hall in person, they may do so pending the State implementation of Phase 3. Village Hall will initially reopen from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Monday - Thursday. Visitors must adhere to strict social distancing guidelines of no less than 6 feet of space between each person and must wear a mask. Questions? Contact customerservice@villageoflombard.org or (630)620-5700.

Memorial Day Reminders

Monday, May 25th is Memorial Day. The Village pays tribute and honors those who gave their lives while serving our country.

• Residents are reminded that the 2020 Memorial Day event has been cancelled, in compliance with the Governor’s Executive Orders regarding public gatherings.
  
  
• Village Offices will be closed for business on Monday, May 25th. Business will resume on Tuesday, May 26th for regular hours, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Village Offices remain closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however Village services remain available to residents and businesses. If you need assistance, visit villageoflombard.org/covid19 for information on how to contact Village staff.
  
  
• Waste Management will be operating on a holiday schedule and will delay pick up by one day throughout the week.

Village Board Approves Resolution

At the Village Board Meeting on Thursday, May 21, a resolution was approved, recommending and encouraging Governor J.B. Pritzker to consider a more specific localized/county approach to re-opening the State. This proposed adjustment would allow localized area to address the needs of their residents and businesses directly. This resolution is in alignment with a letter issued to the Governor by the Illinois Municipal League on May 11, 2020. The resolution is available for viewing in the agenda posted online at villageoflombard.org/meetings and at villageoflombard.org/may21resolution.

Public Service Recognition 

Throughout the month of May, there are national recognition days and weeks that pay tribute to those who dedicate their careers and lives to public service. In order to say thank you to those individuals, including our Village staff, we publicly thank and recognize those who serve Lombard on a daily basis. This month we recognize: 

• National Firefighter Day, May 4
• National Public Service Recognition Week; May 3 - 9
• National Economic Development week, May 4 -9
• National Police Week, May 10 - 6
• National Public Works Week, May 17 - 23
• National EMS week May 17 - 23.

Be a Hero Blood Drives Continue 

A "Be a Hero" blood drive is scheduled for May 27th at the Yorktown Convenience Center. The  Spring Blood Drive will take place from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Yorktown Convenience Center and from 1:30 - 7 p.m. at the First Church of Lombard, 229 S. Main Street. Book your appointment at villageoflombard.org/blooddrives. Safe social distancing measures will be in place to ensure donor safety.

DuPage County Health Department

The DuPage County Health Department COVID-19 dashboard, shows the number of lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases in each municipality. As of May 22, there have been a total of 269 lab confirmed cases in Lombard. 

The best way you can protect yourself is to socially distance yourself from people outside of your home, and limit your potential exposure. Wash your hands regularly, for 20 seconds, using soap, and do not touch your face with unwashed hands.