Today, the Cook County Department of Public Health issued COVID-19 Mitigation Order 2021-11, which goes into effect January 3, 2022. River Forest is under the jurisdiction of CCDPH and is subject to these mitigation measures. Patrons of certain businesses must now show proof of vaccination when entering indoor dining establishments with on-premise dining, event spaces, theaters, and fitness centers. Please note this does not apply for restaurant carry-out.
The following forms of proof of vaccination are acceptable:
- A CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card; or
- An official immunization record from the jurisdiction, state, or country where the vaccine was administered; or
- An ‘app’ that provides a digital record of vaccinations; or
- A digital or physical photo of such a card or record that includes the individual’s name, the vaccine brand administered, and the date the vaccination was administered.
Under Mitigation Order 2021-11:
All businesses and individuals:
- Any individual aged two and older and able to medically tolerate a mask shall be required to wear a mask when indoors in a public place, regardless of vaccination status.
- All businesses open to the public must post signage advising patrons and staff that masks are required to be worn on the premises. Such signage must be posted at all entrances to the premises as well as prominently posted in an area visible to patrons and staff within the establishment.
- Masks may be removed at restaurants, bars and other eating/drinking establishments by patrons when they are actively eating/drinking while stationary. Masks can also be removed for certain activities that require their removal, such as beard shaves or facials.
To review the Order in its entirety, including certain exemptions to this Order, click here.
