E-Newsletter: March 19, 2021
Early voting in the consolidated election begins at City Hall March 22nd
What to expect when you arrive at City Hall to vote…

On the April 6, 2021 ballot, the following City Council seats will be voted on: Mayor (1), City Clerk (1), City Treasurer (1), 1st Ward Alderman (2), 2nd Ward Alderman (1), 3rd Ward Alderman (1), 4th Ward Alderman (1), 5th Ward Alderman (1), 6th Ward Alderman (1), 7th Ward Alderman (1). City Hall will be an early voting site for the April 6, 2021, General Election. DuPage County residents can visit the Council Chambers in City Hall (209 N. York St.) beginning March 22, 2021 through April 3, 2021 for early voting. The hours are Monday – Friday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm and Saturdays 9 am – 5 pm. For additional locations and extended hours, please visit the DuPage County Election Commission or call DuPage Election Commission at 630-407-5600. 

City staff has designed a plan with the health and safety of voters, City Hall visitors and employees in mind. Early voters can expect the following organized process when entering City Hall to vote:

  • The EAST SIDE “VOTER ENTRANCE” will be designated as the entrance for voting. Employees and the non-voting public will use the main entrance/exit through the City Hall lobby. 

  • Greeters will be stationed at City Hall to guide foot traffic. Voters will be asked to follow the greeter’s direction while wearing a mask and standing 6 feet apart from other voters. Ample signage will be positioned inside and outside of City Hall to direct voters. Voters should anticipate waiting in lines, both inside and outside of the building.

  • Upon entering City Hall, voters will be directed to either use the elevator or the staircase to make their way to the Council Chambers to vote. Clearly marked floor decals will indicate social distance standing positions. 

  • When voters leave the Council Chambers, they will be directed to use the main/front staircase and exit City Hall through the main east lobby door.

  • City Hall will frequently be cleaned with a UV disinfectant. Sanitizing stations, stanchions, social distancing floor decals and signage will be placed throughout City Hall. 

  • Voters should plan to park at City Hall or nearby at the Addison Street Parking Deck or on adjacent side streets. 

  • Voters are reminded of the importance of acting kind and courteous by following these directions to keep fellow voters safe during the challenges of this pandemic. 

Do you plan on voting by mail by using the drop off box at City Hall?
Vote by mail ballots may also be dropped off at a drop box located inside the “Voter Entrance” of City Hall starting March 22, 2021 through April 3, 2021 during early voting hours, Monday – Friday 8:30 am - 7 pm and Saturdays 9 am – 5 pm. Greeters will ask voters if they planned to vote using the drop box. These voters will be escorted to a different line to vote by mail using the drop box.

For additional locations and extended hours, please visit https://www.dupageco.org/earlyvoting/ or call DuPage Election Commission at 630-407-5600. 
COVID-19 UPDATE
4,102 cases reported in Elmhurst as of 3/18/21.

Gov. Pritzker announces *NEW* Bridge Phase of Restore Illinois Plan 

On Thursday, March 18, 2021 Governor Pritzker announced the Bridge Plan to move Illinois from Phase 4 to Phase 5 of Restore Illinois. The step between Phase 4 and 5 will allow for greater capacity limits for bars and restaurants, social gatherings, and museums etc., depending on whether they are indoors or outdoors. The metrics to advance into the Bridge Phase include reaching a 70% of residents over 65 have received a first vaccine dose and maintaining a 20% or lower ICU bed availability and hold hospital admissions and case rate steady over a 28-day period. As of 3/18/2021, 58% of people over 65 had received at least one vaccine.

Barring no significant COVID19 resurgence, in order to go into Phase 5, Illinois must reach a 50% vaccination rate for residents over 16 and maintain metrics or hospitalizations and cases for an additional 28-day period (as of 3/18/2021 28% of this population has received at least one vaccine dose).

The mask requirement in public spaces where distancing is not achievable, will remain in effect until such time as the CDC recommendation terminates. Elmhurst is currently in Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan. 

Elmhurst is currently in Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan. A full list of Phase 4 Guidelines are available at this link. Please visit the Illinois Department of Public Health website for related information.


COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Information
All individuals who live and work in DuPage County should register for the vaccine on the DCHD website. 

Residents are encouraged to explore all options to access the vaccine which includes signing-up on multiple lists and take advantage of the soonest appointment available to them. The State of Illinois has created a vaccine locator map with the approved vaccine providers. Visit here to view the map.

County Vaccine Call Center:

The DuPage County Health Department’s COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center is available to answer COVID-19 vaccine related questions. Call (630) 682-7400 and a representative will assist you. 

Press 1 - for general questions about the COVID-19 vaccine or how to register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. 

Press 2 - to cancel or confirm an existing appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine, to report a COVID-19 outbreak or for questions regarding COVID-19 testing. 

The call center is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
City of Elmhurst launches Elmhurst Connect! The City is proud to announce the launch of 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. 
Upcoming Recycling Events!

Spring Cleanup 2021 Pickup Dates
  • Sat. April 10th for residents who have Fri. collection dates 
  • Sat. April 17th for residents who have Thurs. collection dates 
  • Sat. April 24th for residents who have Wed. collection dates.
  • More information

Spring Electronic Recycling Event 

Prescription Drug "Take Back" Day
Elmhurst Fire Department Blood Drive, Saturday April 10th

8am - 2pm
601 S. York St.
Vitalant Bloodmobile

To schedule an appointment please call Vitalant at 877-258-4825 or visit Vitalant.org and use group code: 031G. Appointments and Face Coverings are required.
Prepare: Eat Well, Hydrate, Bring ID.

City of Elmhurst
630-530-3000 
Weekdays: 8:30am - 5pm