These businesses can also extend their hours until 1 a.m. A total of $10 million will be distributed to local businesses through the new grant program. Vaccine qualifications will also expand to essential workers in the following industries: The news is especially big for food service professionals (like restaurant servers) who haven't been able to receive the vaccine until now, despite serving patrons at restaurants currently reopened at 50% capacity. Despite ongoing vaccine distribution, case numbers are on the rise in the city for the first time in weeks. Trucks will be traveling from Irving Park between Clark and Sheffield and the Camry (Green Lot) at Grace and Racine to the ballpark during both setup and takedown. As we enter into a new year and a season that typically already brings a lull to the food and drink industry in Chicago, many service industry professionals remain out of work due to COVID-19 safety restrictions on bars and restaurants. The news comes from city officials after the third straight day new daily COVID-19 cases dropping below 400. The OEMC will monitor weekend events and weather conditions citywide from the Operations Center and will coordinate public safety resources with critical stakeholders as needed. The site will distribute up to 6,000 doses per day, seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. according to officials. A total of more than 112,000 vaccine doses have been administered in Illinois so far. (Jose M. Osorio / Chicago Tribune), Fans will scan their own tickets at no-touch pedestals at the entrance of Wrigley Field. According to the city's plan, the first batch of vaccines will be distributed to frontline healthcare works at Chicago's 34 hospitals. Any establishment offering indoor service must serve foodmeaning bars without a kitchen will not reopen just yet. OEMC advises Chicagoans to be aware of weather conditions and to follow instructions and heed all warnings from public safety officials. Apply here. Tier 2 mitigations allow the reopening of cultural institutions like museums and casinos (at limited capacity). (Chicago Cubs), To keep fans in the seats separated by safe distance, the Cubs are using "pod-style" seating at Wrigley Field with some seats bound up and closed off. Instead of paper tickets, fans will use mobile tickets with a bar code. When is Phase 2? Beginning Friday, October 23, at 6 a.m., nonessential businesses in the city of Chicago like bars will face new restrictions in response to the city's rapidly rising number of active COVID-19 cases. Appointments can be made online with Zocdoc. & Sangamon St.The West Loop festival is located on Washington Street from Morgan to Peoria.For complete details, visit chicagoevents.com/WestLoopSummerFest. David Cromwell, Chicago Cubs Senior Vice President of Operations, demonstrates this when entering Wrigley Field on March 24, 2021. banquet halls within restaurants), Face coverings must be worn at all times except when actively eating and drinking, tables must be six feet apart, and no more than six people per table, All bars and restaurants must close at 11pm and may reopen no earlier than 6am the following day, Group classes of 10 or fewer can resume under the 25% capacity restriction, Reservations are no longer required and locker rooms can reopen under capacity restrictions, Can reopen indoors at 40% capacity, with no more than 50 people in any one space, Grocery stores and pharmacies can operate at 50% capacity, all other stores at 40% capacity, 40% capacity, with no more than 50 people in any one space, Face coverings can be removed only for services that require their removal, Can reopen indoors at 25% capacity, with no more than 25 people in any one space, Special events capped at no more than 10 people, Indoor and outdoor events can resume, with no more than 10 people, Face coverings must be worn at all times except when actively eating and drinking, A test positivity rate between 6.5 and 8% for three consecutive days as measured by the 7-day rolling average (currently NOT meeting this metric); AND, Greater than 20% percent available staffed ICU hospital beds for three consecutive days, on a 7-day rolling average (currently meeting this metric); AND, No sustained increase in the number of COVID-19 patients in the hospital in 7 out of the last 10 days, on a 7-day average (currently meeting this metric), indoor group sports and recreational activities, Not have guests in your home unless they are essential workers (e.g., home healthcare providers, childcare workers or educators), Cancel traditional Thanksgiving celebrations, All bar patrons should be seated at tables outside, No ordering, seating or congregating at the bar (bar stools should be removed), No standing or congregating indoors or outdoors while waiting for a table or exiting, Reservations will be required for each party, No seating of multiple parties at one table, Outside dining tables should be 6 feet apart, Limit to lesser of 25 guests or 25 percent of overall room capacity, Gaming and Casinos to close at 11 p.m., limit capacity to 25 percent and follow mitigations for bars and restaurants, if applicable, Nonessential businesses will remain closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly, Liquor sales in bars and in stores will end at 9 p.m. every evening, Bars, breweries and taverns without food licenses will no longer be able to serve indoors; patios and outdoor service can remain open, Stricter enforcement of guidelines including mandatory mask wearing and parties no larger than six people. The site at the American Airlines Conference Center near Wrigley Field is open to all Chicagoans eligible under Phase 1c guidelines and over 18 years old. Click here for prohibited items and additional security measures. There will be no on-site registration. Of course, advanced appointments are still availableappointments through zocdoc.com/vaccine or calling by calling 312-746-4835. The ridership dashboards are compiled from historical data of average ridership trends from the prior two weeks. Additionally, the state of Illinois announced this week that residents with underlying conditions are now eligible to receive the vaccine beginning February 25. The Chicago Department of Public Health's Dr. Allison Arwardy reported that 20 percent of city residents 18 and older are fully vaccinated and 40 percent have gotten at least one dose. Following distribution to healthcare workers, the next residents to receive the vaccine will be "residents and staff at long-term care facilities, workers in essential and critical industries including emergency services personnel, people at high risk for severe COVID-19 illness due to underlying medical conditions, and people ages 65 years and older.". So far, 20,000 hospital workers have received the vaccine and, in a news conference on Monday, Dr. Alison Arwady announced plans to expand the distribution to outpatient care providers and people living in nursing homes this week. This week, we're celebrating huge news related to the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the city has taken steps to ensure communities hit hardest by coronavirus are able to get access to vaccines. Residents are encouraged to contact the Night Game Hotline (1-866-427-3869) to report quality of life issues requiring, General complaints regarding the concert should be directed to the Chicago Cubs at 773-404-CUBS or via email, During Pre & Post Concerts, at the discretion of the Police and/or OEMC, Clark between Grace and Sheffield. Other safety measures include cashless concession stands, six feet of space between parties in the stands and more. Appointments can be made online with Zocdoc. White Sox vs. Tigers Guaranteed RateThursday July 7 and Friday July 8 at 7:10 pm, Saturday July 9 and Sunday, July 10 at 1:10 pm. Priority access to appointments will be given to Illinoisians 65 and older with the remaining appointments open to anyone else who currently meets state categories. However, bars must partner with a food provider (such as a food truck) to ensure food is available to patrons at all times. American Airlines Conference Center will have the capacity to administer around 2,000 doses per day. The full Tier 1 mitigations are as follows: During the latest installment of Chicago Department of Public Health's "Ask Dr. Arwardy" segment, the city's top doctor revealed further plans regarding COVID-19 vaccine distribution throughout the city. Chicago's struggling restaurant community has been forced to get creative this summerutilizing all available outdoor spaces for safe diningand now it's going to have to get even more creative. (Chicago Cubs), One way for fans to pay for concessions this season at Wrigley Field is the use of touchless scanners and a QR code on their phone. The patio seats 25-35 people and guests can order food from Fiesta Mexicana next door to enjoy with their cocktails! For complete details, visit BronzevilleSummerNights.com. General Admission Ticket holders will lineup on the north side of Waveland, east of Sheffield. There won't be any music, for now, but longtime patrons can return and support this icon during its struggle through the pandemic. For Complete details, visit btnbig10k.com. As we move into another busy weekend, OEMC and the Chicago Police Department are monitoring events throughout the city and remind residents to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement by calling 9-1-1, said Rich Guidice, OEMC Executive Director. David Cromwell, Chicago Cubs Senior Vice President of Operations, demonstrates this when entering Wrigley Field on March 24, 2021. Additionally, the rules for what bags and belongings can be brought to the ballpark have changed. Bars that do not have food licenses can reopen with an indoor capacity up to 25%. In order to expand capacities to 40%, Chicago must reach "Moderate-Risk" level metrics. The city of Chicago stated it does not yet have enough vaccine supply to expand its distribution. Chicago's mass vaccination siteswhich include the United Center, Chicago State University and the American Airlines Conference Center near Wrigley Fieldwill offer walk-up vaccinations to city residents who are unable to schedule appointments in advance. Further updates about eligibility expansions are expected in the coming days. If indoor dining is able to return as early as this weekend, there will still be restrictions. Bags or wallets cannot be larger than 9-inches by 5-inches. That comes during Phase 2 at which point vaccine doses will be made available to anyone 16 and older. Applicants must be prepared to show proof of employment and have worked an average of 30 hours per week for a minimum of six months. Taste of Chicago Street ClosuresThe following street closures will remain in effect through Monday, July 11 at 4 pm. Columbus is closed between Monroe and Balbo. On Friday, May 14, Illinois will move to the Bridge Phase of its COVID-19 reopening plan. Attendees may be subjected to additional screenings such as magnetometer wanding and/or physical pat down. Today, Chicago announced a new online toolin partnership with Zocdocthat will streamline residents' ability toschedulean appoint to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. (Tables must still be 6 feet apart.). The OEMC coordinates with departments citywide, including the Chicago Police Department and Chicago Fire Department, in addition to various other local, state, and federal agencies as it relates to public safety planning and coordination for everything from large-scale special events to public safety emergencies and disasters. To keep fans in the seats separated by safe distance, the Cubs are using "pod-style" seating at Wrigley Field with some seats bound up and closed off. Furloughed restaurant and bar employees can apply for emergency relief and an employment program here. Mayor Lightfoot closed the lakefront last March in order to prevent gatherings and the further spread of COVID-19. As case rates drop and vaccines continue to roll out, the city is making plans to ease restrictions related to the virus. It's also just as important to continue working hard to keep our city and its beautiful residents safe. Reopening Guidelines Loosened For Indoor Bars, Restaurants & Fitness Classes. Enclosed structures, like plastic domes, can be used for individual parties and must have proper ventilation and airflow, Temporary outdoor structures larger than 400 square feet will require a city permit, Temporary structures must be weighted to the ground but must avoid a method that involves drilling, screwing or cutting into public property (such as sidewalks), Temporary structures cannot be used during extreme weather like snow and wind, Enclosed outdoor dining structures must display signage warning of an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission, Restaurants must show planned heating devices on city permits, Electrically-powered heating devices must be installed by a licensed electrician, Propane or other gas-powered heaters can only be used in open, uncovered areas, A minimum of three feet distance needs to be in place between heaters and all other objects, Heating devices need to be turned off and stored overnight and should never be kept near combustible materials. In order to reach Phase 5, 50% of Illinois residents must have received their first dose of the vaccine and no increase in COVID-19 metrics can be recorded across the state. When will all Chicagoans have access to the vaccine though? James Cappleman's (46th Ward) chief of staff confirmed the reopening as well. The site will operate seven days a week and will primarily serve residents in the following zip codes: 60608, 60609, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60623, 60624, 60628, 60629, 60632, 60636, 60639, 60644, 60649, 60651, 60652, 60653. However, Chicago remains at Tier 3. Each mobile ticket will come with assigned locations for concessions, merchandise and restrooms to help prevent crowding. It is illegal for any person or organization, to offer for sale, expose for sale or acquire for the purpose of sale any residential daily parking permit. As new COVID-19 case numbers in Chicago creep towards 2,000 per day, public officials plea with Chicagoans to stay home and stay safe. Signage on the ground in front of a concession stand at Wrigley Field provides a social distancing reminder and illustrates how lines will be managed. About OEMCChicagos Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) oversees several functions that support public safety and provides assistance to residents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Earlier today, President Joe Biden's announced that the deadline for all states to open vaccine eligibility to all adult residents has been moved up to April 19. More Chicago residents than ever are expected to participate in early voting and voting by mail due to COVID-19 precautions. The legendary, 100+-year-old jazz club Green Mill is back with a sidewalk cafe. In an effort to minimize the impact of traffic in the community around Wrigley Field, the 44thWard, the Chicago Police Department, OEMC and the Chicago Department of Transportation have established the following pickup/outbound regulations for Taxis, limousines, and car services for the concerts: Ride Share Drop off/Pick up designations are located at: From North: Irving Park Rd. While there are no known threats to Chicago, we continue to maintain situational awareness of activity and are prepared to respond as needed to any incident affecting public safety.. With winter approaching, many eateries are determining how to stay open for outdoor dining long after summertime weather has passed. In response to skyrocketing case numbers in Illinois, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced today that Tier 3 mitigations are being put in place across the state beginning on Friday. The following spaces and activities will be paused until further notice: The restrictions on retail stores come on the brink of the holiday shopping season. Restrooms will have touch-free bathroom fixtures. Residents are encouraged to check the weather before heading out. For complete details, visitStarEvents.com. Tier 1 mitigations include the following restrictions: Initially, Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot opposed the new restrictions within the city but has since backed down on plans to argue the proposed policies. We are working closely with our partners at the federal and local level to determine how this impacts the citys vaccine operations. In a Q&A session on Thursday,Chicago public health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady announced that walk-up appointments have finally arrived in the city. We're all about helping you have the night of your life, every night, and will continue to do so in the best way possible. Beginning Monday, city-run COVID-19 testing sites will be available and the following locations and times: Additional mobile testing sites will be deployed throughout the city on a weekly basis. Traffic Control Aides (TCAs) will be on hand at select events citywide to direct flow and impacts from increased traffic. OEMC is advising residents, to stay vigilant and enjoy the weekend safely and responsibly. The city expects to receive more vaccines in subsequent weeks. Applications will open the week of November 16. The competition was launched in August, encouraging residents to submit ideas for ways to extend outdoor dining in Chicago and help struggling restaurants during the coronavirus pandemic. Fans will have to pay with their mobile device. Harry Osterman (48th Ward) emailed constituents about the reopening Friday and Ald. The Chicago Public Health Department has also deployed over 40,000 rapid antigen tests (BinaxNow) to community health centers that will be used to add rapid viral testing capacity. OEMC issues alerts and notifications needed to keep residents and attendees up to date on weather conditions and emergencies. This recommendation does not affect Pfizer or Moderna vaccine in any way. Parking is available at the remote lot, located at 3900 N. Rockwell, with a free shuttle to the concerts.The remote lot will be open 3 hours prior to each concert. Locations can be found online. Violators are subject to a fine of up to $1500 and the City Clerk has the authority to ban residents from purchasing residential daily parking permits. New restrictions include further limited capacities at retail stores (25%), fitness centers (25%) and personal care service locations (25%). The Chicago Public Health Department released the following statement: "Vaccine safety is always our top priority. While incredibly rare, anyone who has received the J&J vaccine who develops severe headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, or shortness of breath within three weeks after their vaccination should contact their health provider. Dr. Arwardy suggests that this could begin as early as the end of May. The changewon'tapply to Chicagoans since the city's vaccination campaign is separate from the state's. Southport Arts Festival WrigleyvilleSaturday July 9 and Sunday, July 10, 10 am - 7 pm.Located in the Southport corridor at W. Waveland and N. Southport. Bars and restaurants can sell alcohol until 1 a.m. and remain open until 1:30 a.m. LGBTQ+ Artists Performing At Lollapalooza! In a press conference, Lightfoot stated the city needs more doses from the federal government to meet the deadline but is "optimistic.". In August, the City of Chicago launched a contest asking Chicago residents to submit ideas for solving the problem that Midwestern winters presents to outdoor dining in our city. These new guidelines and more are outlined on the Illinois Coronavirus Response website. Currently, frontline workers and people with pre-existing conditions (including cancer, kidney disease, pregnancy and others) are eligible to receive the vaccine. View the current screening calendar here. Despite the positive news, Mayor Lightfoot warned that widespread community distribution of the vaccine is still "months away" and that precautions like social distancing and mask-wearing still need to be implemented. Countless Chicagoans have done an outstanding job in being responsible and following public health guidance, but now we all must double-down on our commitment to our health and the health of our city in order to bend the curve and shape our future back to where it needs to be.. Chicago appears on track to keep its positivity rate under eight percent for three consecutive days, keep hospital capacity at or above 20 percent and avoid a growing number of COVID-19 hospitalizationsall of which is required to enter Tier 1. Entrance gates are located at Columbus Drive & Jackson Drive, Columbus Drive & Ida B. The latest updates include: Find full details on these latest reopening guidelines here. (Jose M. Osorio / Chicago Tribune), To limit contact, fans won't take out wallets, phones or keys when entering the ballpark, instead walking through touchless metal detectors. The Mayor's Office announced yesterday that new COVID-19 mitigations for bars, restaurants and nonessential businesses will include a return to an 11 p.m. curfew. Chicago State University will be overseen by the Chicago Department of Public Health, with CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) operating the site and vaccine administered by Howard Brown Health.
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