E-Newsletter: August 27, 2021
New State Mandates Regarding COVID-19

At a press conference held on August 26, Governor Pritzker announced a mask mandate for all Illinois residents. The mandate requires all individuals over the age of 2 years old, regardless of vaccination status, to wear a face mask in all indoor settings. The masking requirements are effective Monday, August 30th. 
 
As COVID-19 infection and hospitalization rates across the state continue to increase, the Governor is also requiring that all healthcare workers, including nursing home employees, all pre-k-12 teachers and staff, as well as higher education personnel and students receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Employees in all of these settings and higher education students who are unable or unwilling to receive the vaccine will be required to get tested for COVID-19 at least once per week, and DPH and ISBE may require increased testing in certain situations.
 
 
Vaccination is the key to ending the COVID-19 pandemic and returning to normal life. All Illinois residents over the age of 12 are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost and proof of immigration status is not required to receive the vaccine. To find a vaccination center near you, go to vaccines.gov.
 
The City of Elmhurst will continue to update the community on CDC, IDPH and State of Illinois mandates and recommendations regarding COVID-19.
Our Antique Fire Engine is Turning 100!

Help us celebrate with an old fashioned birthday party. Festivities will include old school games, party favors and "name the engine" contest. Join us Sunday, August 29th from 1-3pm at the Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E Park Ave.
City of Elmhurst Patriot Day Ceremony

Please join the City of Elmhurst in our special ceremony to proudly remember those who gave their lives on that tragic day trying to save others. On the 20th Anniversary, this ceremony will be held on Sept. 11 at Fire Station # 2 (601 S. York St) from 8:30 - 9:30 am. 
Elmhurst Fire Department Annual Report

The 2020 Annual Report for the Elmhurst Fire Department can be viewed here. This report outlines the efforts and accomplishments of the Department.
Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest Returns September 18th!

After sitting out last year, the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation is more than ready to bring back one of the best fall events in Elmhurst. The 6th Annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest will take place on the Elmhurst History Museum’s grounds on September 18 offering samples of more than 100 craft beers, ciders and hard seltzers from 50+ craft and microbreweries with a strong emphasis on local brewers. The Craft Beer Fest is a major fundraiser for the Elmhurst History Museum and the Churchville Schoolhouse. The fest takes place from 1-6 p.m., and will have live music by PettyCash and the Moonshine Brothers plus food for purchase by Pints. Tickets are now on sale at elmhurstcraftbeerfest.com, and discounted tickets are available until September 10. Members of the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation also receive a special discount. Must be 21+. See you at the Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest…cheers!
Neighborhood Roll Call Meetings

Neighborhood Roll Call Meetings occur on neighborhood corners, with officers running through their roll call briefings as they change shifts. Residents are invited to listen in and get up to speed on recent issues, as well as ask any questions they might have. The program has been very well-received by Elmhurst residents, building greater partnerships between the police and the community. Follow the Police Department on Facebook to learn when a meeting will be held in your area.
"Portal" Sculpture Celebration September 17

Elmhurst’s Public Arts Commission is pleased to announce its first addition to public art in Elmhurst. After a thorough review process, the Chicago-based artist Nicole Beck was chosen for her dynamic proposal titled “Portal,” an o-shaped armature with glass that changes colors under certain conditions. The joyful twelve-foot steel and glass sculpture is located in the new Larch Park near downtown Elmhurst.

The City of Elmhurst Public Arts Commission, founded in 2018, was established to implement a Citywide plan for the promotion and thoughtful placement of public art that enhances the business climate and promotes the overall aesthetic appeal of our community

Meet the Artist Event!
Celebrating the “Portal” sculpture created by artist Nicole Beck.
Friday September 17 4-7 pm, at N. Larch Park (west of The Marke at 100 N. Addison). Refreshments provided by The Marke. Parking available in the Larch Parking Deck.
Sign up for Elmhurst Connect! 

Have you signed up for Elmhurst Connect? Elmhurst Connect is an online and mobile reporting system for the City of Elmhurst. The community can use this service to easily identify issues and report them directly to the City of Elmhurst. There are a wide variety of report types available through this system. As always, if the issue you are reporting is a public safety emergency, please call 9-1-1 or for other issues that require immediate attention please call the City’s 24/7 phone line, 630-530-3050. To download the Elmhurst Connect mobile app, search for “Elmhurst Connect” in your app store. If you are using a computer and would like to report something without downloading the app select this link: elmhurstil.citysourced.com. The system is also available on the City’s website, elmhurst.org/ servicerequest.
City of Elmhurst
630-530-3000 
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