All of Illinois is moving to Tier 3 COVID-19 mitigations on Friday as per Governor JB Pritzker. Moving to Tier 3 affects the following types of businesses in the State:
Retail
Personal Care Services
Health and Fitness Centers
Hotels
Manufacturing
Bars and Restaurants
Meetings and Social Events
Offices
Organized Group Recreational Activities
Indoor Recreation, Theater, Cultural Institutions
In a release from the Governor, “As they have since the start of COVID-19, grocery stores across the state will remain open and available,” Child care facilities may continue to operate subject to guidelines from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. School districts and officials should continue to follow the extensive guidance released by the Illinois State Board of Education in August to make decisions related to in-person and remote learning at the local level.”
The governor’s office said the goal of Tier 3 mitigations is to limit gatherings and encourage people to stay home as much as possible and follow proper safety measures, including wearing a mask and practicing social distancing when out in public.
Statewide positivity rates are at record highs and hospitalizations are already surpassing the Illinois Spring peak. As a result, officials said additional restrictions that are more stringent and statewide are needed to combat the COVID-19 surge and preserve hospital capacity.
Find the full list of new requirements HERE
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