Village Works with Businesses Regarding Anticipated Phase 3

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.

• Health & Fitness Businesses 
• Manufacturing Businesses
• Offices
• Personal Care Services (Salons, barbershops, spas) 
• Restaurants and Bars for outdoor service
• Retail businesses
• Service Counters
• Youth Sports 

Outdoor Dining in Phase 3 

In Phase 3 of the State's Restore Illinois Plan, restaurants and bars will be allowed to reopen for outdoor dining. The Village is taking an all options approach when considering creative plans that help to benefit the most amount of businesses possible. These plans include consideration of expanded outdoor seating areas. Village staff is also developing plans for a shared outdoor eating space, that complies with regulations, in downtown Lombard. More information will be shared as it develops on the Village's COVID-19 website and on social media.

Village Seeks Resident Cooperation During Phase 3 Transition

The Village is seeking the support of residents and patrons during the Phase 3 transition and implementation. Village staff is working closely with local businesses to establish outdoor dining spaces, and to accommodate additional outdoor seating both on and adjacent to restaurant premises.

Village Services Available Online

It is anticipated that Village Hall will reopen for in person service with limited hours, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Monday - Thursday, beginning June 1. Residents are still encouraged to conduct Village business online, over the phone, or via email. This includes paying bills, apply for permits , and report a concern. Visitors must adhere to strict social distancing guidelines of no less than 6 feet of space between each person and must wear a mask. Email customerservice@villageoflombard.org or call (630)620-5700 with questions.

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 26, there have been a total of 305 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.