COVID-19 Updates

COVID-19 Updates

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The Village of Justice will continue to provide updates to our residents and local businesses, as information becomes available.  Village staff is in constant communication with its partner agencies and first responders to make necessary information available.  This webpage will be the primary  local source of information.  Please follow us on Facebook and our website to stay informed of local happenings and programs that may be able to assist our community during this difficult time.  Resources and helpful links are listed below.  Please click on the links to be directed to the resource guides.

UPDATE 01/11/2021
Governor JB Pritzker signed a new Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation extending the statewide declaration through Saturday, February 6, 2021.  He also signed Executive Order 2021-01 to extend the Tier 3 enhanced mitigations.  All regions of the state are currently under Tier 3 enhanced mitgations.

UPDATE 12/15/2020
At the last regular board meeting held on Monday, December 14, 2020, the Mayor and Village Board deferred business license payments until Wednesday, June 30, 2021.  Click here for Update on Village of Justice Business License Renewal from Mayor Kris Wasowicz.

UPDATE 12/11/2020
Governor JB Pritzker signed a new Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation extending the statewide declaration through Saturday, January 9, 2020.  He also signed Executive Order 2020-74 to extend the Tier 3 enhanced mitigations.

UPDATE 12/07/2020
Partnering with the Family Independence Initiative, Cook County President Preckwinkle announced a $7 Million extension of the COVID-19 Recovery: Cash Assistance Program.  The application new window is December 7, 2020 through December 11, 2020 at 11:59 pm.  The Program offers a one-time cash payment of $600.00 to eligible suburban Cook County residents who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic:

Click Here for more information.

UPDATE 11/17/2020
Governor JB Pritzker announced that Tier 3 mitigations will be imposed statewide.  The new mitigations will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2020.  Please click on the following links to view the governor's press release announcing the new mitigations and the Tier 3 enhanced mitigations.

Click Here to view the governor's press release
Click Here to view the Tier 3 enhanced mitigations
Guidance for places of worship and providers of religious services

UPDATE 11/13/2020
Governor JB Pritzker signed a new Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation extending the statewide declaration through Saturday, December 12, 2020 and and Executive Order to extend all Phase 4 orders.  Additionally, Governor Pritzker issued an Executive Order which modifies and extends the moratorium on residential evictions.  Click on the following links to view the Governor's proclamation and executive orders.

Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation
Executive Order 2020-71
Executive Order 2020-72

With the pandemic making the in-person attendance of all members of the public body at public meetings being neighter practical or prudent, pursuant to PA 101-0640, Mayor Kris Wasowicz declared a disaster as it relates to the Open Meetings Act and suspended the current act inititiated on  November 2, 2020 through December 12, 2020.  All meetings must be conducted in accordance with all of the provisions of PA 101-0640.

UPDATE 11/12/2020
ComEd has realeased a program providing financial assitance for small businesses.  Click Here for the information.

UPDATE 11/06/2020
The Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH)today issued an order, COVID-19 Mitigation Order 2020-1, to support Tier I Mitigation Enforcement for restaurants, bars and other businesses where people congregate indoors.  Please click the following links to view the CCDPH Order and the FAQ form related to the order.

CCDPH COVID-19 Mitigation Order 2020-1
CCDPH Order Frequently Asked Questions

UPDATE 11/02/2020
With the pandemic making the in-person attendance of all members of the public body at public meeting being neither practical or prudent, pursuant to PA 101-0640, Mayor Kris Wasowicz declares a disaster as it relates to the Open Meetings Act.  Click Here for notice from Mayor Kris Wasowicz.

UPDATE 10/26/2020
-The Governor's Office announced that Region 10 (Suburban Cook County only) have activated the state's Tier 1 enhanced mitigations, effective Wednesday, October 28th.  Region 10's mitigation efforts are due to combined sustained increases in the average test positivity rate and hospital admissions for COVID-19 illness. 

Click Here to view the new Region 4 and Region 10 Tier 1 enhanced mitigations being imposed.
Click Here to view the mitigation protocols that apply to Video Gaming locations.

UPDATE 09/18/2020
 - Governor JB Pritzker signed a new Gubernatorial Disaster Proclomation extending the statewide declaration through Saturday, October 17, 2020.  Additionally, Governor Pritzker signed Executive Order 2020-55 to extend all Phase 4 orders.

UPDATE 08/25/2020
 - The State of Illinois established guidelines regarding the waring of face masks that went into effect on August 25, 2020.  The IL Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity released a revision to its Restore Illinois Safety Guidelines for Bar and Restaurant Establishments at the time which reflect the facemask guidance.  The following is a copy of the revision:

Covid-19 - Bars & Restaurants - DCEO Guidelines for Patrons

UPDATE 08/21/2020
 - Governor JB Pritzker signed a new Gubenatorial Disaster Proclamation extending the statewide declaration through Saturday, September 19.  Additionally, Governor Pritzker signed Executive Order 2020-52 to extend all Phase 4 orders.

Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation
Executive Order 2020-52

UPDATE 06/26/2020
 - As of today, June 26, 2020, all regions of Illinois are now in Phase 4 (Revitalization) of the "Restore Illinois" plan.  With the entire state entering Phase 4, Governor JB Pritzker signed a new Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation extending the statewide disaster declaration through Saturday, July 25, 2020 and signed Executive Order 2020-43 to reflect the changes in Phase 4.

Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation
Executive Order 2020-43
Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity's Phase 4 guidelines


UPDATE 06/15/2020
 - The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has now released guidance regarding the resumption of both casino gambling and video gaming operations.  There is no date set at this time by IGB for when casino gambling may resume.  Click Here to view the Illinois Gaming Board Protocols for Resumption of Casino Gambling Operations.

  - Guidance regarding the resumptiomn of video gamimng operations includes information about plans required to be submitted to the IGB from terminal of video gaming operations includes information about plans required to be submitted to IGB from terminal operators.  These plans, called pandemic resumption plans, must detail how the operator will follow current IDPH, Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, along with recommendations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.  The plans must be reviewed and approved by the IGB before the operator is allowed to resume video gaming, which is expected to be in Phase 4, possibly beginning on Friday, June 26.  Click Here to view the IGB protocols for Resumption of Video Gaming Operations.
 
 - The DCEO has released an updated Frequently Asked Questions document regarding Phase 3 guidance for businesses.

 - Governor's Office FAQ - June 9, 2020

UPDATE 06/09/2020
 - Cook County announces applications open for $10M recovery fund for suburban Cook County's small businesses and independent Contractors.  Click Here for more information.

UPDATE 05/27/2020
 - The Illinois Department of Public Health came out with guidelines for reopening of various aspects of the economy during Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois Plan.  Click Here to view the guidlines which also includes a Phase 3 business toolkit.

- Click Here to view an Ordinance passed at the last regular board meeting held on May 26, 2020 authorizing Restaurants, Bars, and Other Food/Beverage Establishments to Resume Operations in Outdoor Seating areas during Phase 3 of the "Restore Illinois" Plan.

 - As of June 1, 2020 the Village of Justice Finance Office and Building Department will reopen to the Public.  The offices will reopen following the recommended guidelines for social distancing and face covering.  

UPDATE 05/05/2020
 - The Governor has released a 5-Phase Plan for the State of Illinois which is a public health approach to safely reopen the state.  Click Here to View the Restore Illinois Plan.

UPDATE 05/01/2020
- Click Here to view the Village of Justice Action Plan that has been adopted for the safety of the village employees and residents due to the COVID-19 Virus and the Governor's Executive Order #32.

UPDATE 04/30/2020
 - Governor Pritzker signed an executive order extending and modifying the "Stay at Home Order" that is currently in effect until May 29.  His new order will take effect on May 1 and lasts through through May 29.  Click here to view the Governor's Executive Order 2020-32.

UPDATE 04/03/2020
- Click Here to view the Village of Justice Action Plan that has been adopted for the safety of the village employees and residents due to the COVID-19 Virus and the Governor's Executive Order #18.

UPDATE 04/01/2020
 - The "Stay-at-Home Order" allows for essential businesses to remain open.  The Village of Justice has contacted all of our businesses to find out which businesses are still open and composed a list for our residents.  Please remember that certain businesses have altered the way they operate in order to keep providing the goods and services needed by our residents.  We reccomend that you contact the business location prior to visiting them to see what changes they may have made.  Click Here for a list of current businesses operating in the Village of Justice.

 - Liquor License renewals expiring on April 30, 2020 are extended until July 31, 2020.  Click Here to view notice from Mayor Kris Wasowicz and from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission

UPDATE 03/31/2020
 - Governor Pritzker announced today that on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 he will be extending the disaster proclomation, the suspension of on-site learning at schools and the "Stay at Home Order" through April 30, 2020.  Click Here to View the Notice from the Office of the Governor.

UPDATE 03/30/2020
 - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Announces Help for Consumers Struggling to Make Payments on their Debts Due to the COVID-19 Crisis and Guidance for its Regulated Financial Sectors.  Click Here for more information.

UPDATE 03/26/2020
 - Click Here to view notice and guidelines from Liquor Commissioner regarding Temporary Delivery of Alcohol for retail establishments. 
  - Click Here to View Executive Order 2020-01 from Mayor Kris Wasowicz, the Liquor Commissioner, advising of the Temporary Delivery of Alcohol for retail establishments.

UPDATE 03/25/2020
- Click Here to view the Village of Justice Action Plan that has been adopted for the safety of the village employees and residents due to the COVID-19 Virus.
 
UPDATE 03/20/2020
  -  Governor Pritzker issued Executive Order 2020-10 requiring all Illinoisans to stay in their homes to prevent the further spread of COVID-19.  The order prohibits thinks like visiting the homes of friends and holding gatherings of any size and closes nonessential establishments, including most retail, recreation and entertainment businesses.  It does NOT prohibit essential activities like going to the grocery store, recieving medical care, or taking your pet for a walk.  For more information on what this order means for you Click Here.

Click Here to view the Governor's Executive Order in Response to COVID-19(COVID-19 EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 8)

  - Notice from the Justice Police Department

Village Departments
To limit face-to-face interactions, effective immediately all services at Village Hall, the Building Department, Public Works and Economic Development will only be available via email, online, fax and/or by telephone until further notice.  Although, locations are closed to the public a staff member will be available Monday - Friday from 8:00AM to 4:00PM to answer phone calls and respond to emails.  Passports will not be accepted at the Finance Department until further notice.  The Public Works Department will be closed to the public but staff will be availabe on-call at all times. 

• Email: Visit the staff directory at http://villageofjustice.org/service_directory/index.php if you need to reach someone specific. For the Finance Department, please email finance@villageofjustice.org, for the Building Department permits@villageofjustice.org and for Economic Development please email mzarebczan@villageofjustice.org.
• If you need to contact the Public Works Department please call 708-475-2453 between the hours of 7:00AM to 3:00PM, and if it is an emergency please contact the police department by calling the non-emergency phone number at 708-458-2191.  You can also contact the Public Works Department via email at publicworks@villageofjustice.org.  At this time, Branch Chipping will be conducted only on an emergency basis.
• Residential garbage will still be picked-up by Groot but Bulk Items will not be NOT be picked-up during the "Shelter-in-Place" order.
• All police administration and non-emergency matters for the Justice Police Department should be directed to 708-458-2191.
• For emergencies, call 9-1-1.

DINE LOCAL!!!!!
Please DINE LOCAL!  Thank you to all of our local restaurants that have decided to remain open for the public, offering drive-thru, curb-side, pick-up, and/or delivery.  In an effort to promote our local businesses, the Village of Justice attempted to contact all of our local restaurants to compile a list of those that will still remain open.  We will update this list as additional information is received.

  -  Blue Star Taqueria - 8350 Roberts Road - (708) 907-5890 - Pick-up/Curb-side
  -  Fasano's Pizza - 8351 Roberts Road - (708) 598-6971 - Pick-up/Curb-side/Delivery
  -  Fat Doggy's - 7830 Frontage Road - (708) 552-5148 - Pick-up/Curb-side
  -  Henry's Tacos - 8420 S. 88th Avenue - (708) 523-3121 - Pick-up/Curb-side
  -  Jimmy's Drive-in - 8304 Roberts Road - (708) 598-6467 - Pick-up/Curb-side
   -  J.J. Fish & Chicken - 8515 S. 88th Avenue - (708) 924-0154 - Pick-up/Curb-side
  -  John Ginos - 8436 S. 88th Avenue - (708) 839-0150 - Pick-up/Curb-side/Delivery
  -  Lucky Drangon - 8019 W. 79th Street - (708) 458-0966 - Pick-up/Curb-side/Delivery
  -  Randi's Deli - 8112 Roberts Road - (630) 292-7902 - Pick-up/Curb-side
  -  Tasty Deli - 8580 S. 88th Avenue - (708) 330-5285 - Pick-up/Curb-side/Delivery
  -  Subway - 8755 W. 79th Street - (708) 458-1071 - Pick-up Only
  -  Szarotka - 8100 Roberts Road - (708) 458-1400 - Pick-up/Curb-side

Restaurant & Bar Restriction - Frequently Asked Questions

Business Resources
  - Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opporunity - Emergency Small Business Grants & Loans Assistance.
  -  Illinois Technology Association - Information on what has happened so far, what's next, and how you can help.
  -  Small Business Administration Responce to COVID-19 - Information for Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program and more information as the situation evolves.
  -  Door Dash - Eliminating commissions for new restaurant partners that enroll with them during the next 30 days and charging no commission to current partners.
  - LISC's Small Business Grant Program
  - Cook County Community Recovery Initiative

Corona Virus Information
  -  Center for Disease Control
  -  Illinois Department of Public Health
  -  Cook County Department of Health
  -  Office of Governor JB Pritzer
  -  State of Illinois Coronavirus Response Site
  -  The Presidents Corona Guidelines for America
  -  Who should I call about COVID-19
  -  What to do if you were potentially exposed to someone with confirmed COVID-19
  - Age Guide Resource
  -  Illinois Department of Emplyment Security - Unemployment Benefits

Utilities and Services
  -  AT&T - Offering added relief for customers
  -  Comcast - New policies for the next 60 days including free WIFI hotspots for everyone, no disconnects or late fees
  -  ComEd - Imposing a moratorium on the service disconnections and waiving new late payment charges through at least May 1st
  -  Nicor - Has suspended service disconnects for non-payment through May 1st
  -  Groot - No change to service
  -  Justice Willow Springs Water Commission - Meter change appointments are cancelled, office closed to public, and extended payment options.