As part of the Northeast region, Lake County entered Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan today. Governor J.B. Pritzker announced he is signing a new executive order to reflect these changes while extending the disaster proclamation for another 30 days. The new 'Community Recovery Order' continues with previously outlined guidelines, limiting gatherings to groups of 10 people or less, requiring face coverings in public, and reopening many businesses with precautions to keep residents safe.
Additional businesses are now able to open following state safety guidelines, and small gatherings will be permitted while social distancing and using a face covering.
The State of Illinois has developed guidelines and toolkits to prepare businesses and employers to implement new safety guidelines and bring many residents back to work. Toolkits include business guidelines, checklists, posters, signage, and social media graphics.
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For more information about Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan, visit the State of Illinois' website and the Illinois Department of Public Health's Restore Illinois FAQs.
If you have other specific questions or comments about how Phase 3 affects your business or employees, please contact the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity's Business Hotline, available Monday through Friday:
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During Phase 3, staying home remains the safest option for stopping the spread of COVID-19. Please continue to wear a mask when in public and practice social distancing. Your actions keep your community, friends, and family safe.
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While certain businesses have begun reopening, many individuals who are older, at higher risk, or ill continue to stay home. Be a neighbor— reach out to those who are isolated during this time.
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Lake County COVID-19 Cases
As of May 29, 2020, 8,134 Lake County residents have tested positive for COVID-19, and there have been 272 deaths associated with COVID-19 complications.
How is COVID-19 Affecting Our Communities?
Lake County's priority is the health and safety of our residents, and we continue to use every available resource to prepare our communities for the spread of COVID-19. The Lake County, IL Coronavirus Data Hub provides data and resources for our county, including cases and deaths, tests performed, demographic data, and an interactive map and charts.
View the Lake County, IL Coronavirus Data Hub
Lake County Forward
As part of the Lake County Forward initiative, task forces and special committees have been meeting to provide input on strategic needs, requirements, options, and recommended priorities for our community, while recovering from COVID-19. To learn more and to watch committee meetings, visit www.lakecountyil.gov/forward.
Scheduled to Appear in Court? Attend Via Zoom!
Beginning June 1, all court calls will be conducted remotely over ZOOM. Whether you are expected to appear in family, civil, small claims or criminal courts or for orders of protection, remote hearings are available and there is no need to come to the courthouse in person.
If you do not have access to a phone or the internet, ZOOM stations have been set up in the William D. Block Law Library in the Courthouse at 18 N. County Street in Waukegan for you to use and to join your remote hearing. Click here to view a video that will walk you through the step by step process. Learn more
Task Force to Develop Recommendations for Safety Resuming Jury Trials
The 19th Judicial Circuit has formed a task force of criminal and civil judges to make recommendations as to how jury trials will resume, and what protocols will need to be put into place in light of COVID-19 health restrictions. The task force is studying best practices from the National Center for State Courts, as well as consulting state and national jury trial experts in order to develop appropriate procedures to meet the current health crisis. Read more
Get Counted, Lake County!
By responding to the census, you help make sure Lake County gets adequate funding to support critical services like healthcare, education, roads, and more. It’s easy to respond online or by phone, and your answers are safe and confidential. Visit my2020census.gov or call 844-330-2020 (English) or 844-468-2020 (Spanish).
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Do you have questions? The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has established a COVID-19 hotline and email address to answer questions from the public:
For additional information from the IDPH, visit: http://www.dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/diseases-a-z-list/coronavirus
UPDATED! Community Guidance and Resources
Protect yourself and your community from getting and spreading respiratory illnesses like COVID-19. Our Information for Specific Groups page is now Community Guidance and Resources. This page is more user-friendly and has information to help residents stay safe and informed.
NEW! As we enter Phase 3, the Illinois Department of Public Health has updated its Guidance for Places of Worship and Providers of Religious Services.
COVID-19 Conference Calls
We've started weekly conference calls to provide COVID-19 updates to our community, including:
- Businesses and Employers
- Municipal Leaders
- Faith-base Organizations
Stay up to date and listen to the conference calls
Communication Resources
We need your help to keep our communities healthy and safe. The Lake County Health Department, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offer free resources including fact sheets, flyers, posters, and videos.
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