R-20-15VILLAGE OF DEERFIELD
RESOLUTION NO. 2020- R-20-15
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING VILLAGE PERSONNEL DIRECTION TO
PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FLEXIBILITY TO FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE
ESTABLISHMENTS TO FACILITATE OUTDOOR SERVICE
DURING THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, on March 9, 2020, the Governor of the State of Illinois ("Governor's
declared a State of Emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, on March 16, 2020, the Governor issued Executive Order No. 2020-07,
which prohibited all businesses within the State that offer food or beverages for on -premises
consumption — including restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and food halls ("Food and
Beverage Service Establishments") — from providing on -premises service of food and
beverages and limited their operations to delivery and carry -out services only, which
Executive Order was extended by Executive Order 20-33 ("Executive Order'; and
WHEREAS, of the many businesses within the Village that have been significantly
and adversely affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Food and Beverage Service
Establishments have been particularly hard-hit by the requirement that they cease providing
on -premises services during the pandemic; and
WHEREAS, Food and Beverage Service Establishments are crucial parts of the social
and economic fabric of the Village and have worked diligently and creatively since entry of
the Executive Order to continue their operations and provide carry -out and delivery service
to residents of the Village and neighboring communities; and
WHEREAS, although the Governor's Restore Illinois plan originally anticipated that
Food and Beverage Service Establishments could not return to on -premises service until at
least June 26, 2020 during "Phase 4," the Governor has announced that Food and Beverage
Service Establishments may provide limited outdoor on -premises services beginning as early
as May 29, 2020 in "Phase 3" ("Outdoor Service"); and
WHEREAS, the Village desires to be creative and innovative in helping its Food and
Beverage Service Establishments expand their options to conduct Outdoor Service and
recognizes the Governor's encouragement that all Illinois municipalities provide such
assistance and support; and
WHEREAS, the Village recognizes that strict enforcement of certain requirements of
"The Municipal Code of the Village of Deerfield, Illinois, 1975," as amended ("Village Code'),
and "The Deerfield Zoning Ordinance 1978," as amended ("Zoning Ordinance"), that would
otherwise -apply to Outdoor Service may not be practicable or desirable during the ongoing
COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of the challenges faced by residents and business in the
Village, including the particular impacts on Food and Beverage Service Establishments, it
may be prudent and desirable to permit Food and Beverage Establishments additional
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flexibility and not necessarily strictly enforce otherwise -applicable provisions of the Village
Code and Zoning Code to facilitate Food and Beverage Service Establishments to more easily
provide Outdoor Service during the COVID-19 emergency; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board has determined that it will serve and be in the best
interest of the Village and its residents for the Village personnel to provide Food and
Beverage Service Establishments additional flexibility while this Resolution remains in force
and effect;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE OF DEERFIELD,
LAKE AND COOK COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, as follows:
SECTION ONE: RECITALS. The foregoing recitals are incorporated into, and
made a part of, this Resolution as findings of the Village Board.
SECTION TWO: DIRECTIVE TO VILLAGE PERSONNEL. Village personnel
are hereby authorized and directed to permit Food and Beverage Establishments additional
flexibility and not necessarily strictly enforce otherwise -applicable provisions of the Village
Code and Zoning Code to facilitate Food and Beverage Service Establishments to more easily
provide Outdoor Service during the COVID-19 emergency. This directive will expire upon
the earlier to occur of (i) the Governor's authorization for Food and Beverage Service
Establishments to resume indoor on -premises service and (ii) 90 days from the effective date
of this Resolution.
SECTION THREE: USE OF VILLAGE RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND PROPERTY
FOR OUTDOOR SERVICE. The Village Board hereby authorizes the Village Manager to
authorize, provide permission to, and enter into or modify agreements with Food and
Beverage Service Establishments to use Village rights-of-way and property for Outdoor
Service where appropriate and safe, and pursuant to reasonable conditions, as determined
by the Village Manager. Any authorizations issued by the Village Manager pursuant to this
Section 3 shall expire upon the earlier to occur of (i) the Governor's authorization for Food
and Beverage Service Establishments to resume indoor on -premises service and (ii) 90 days
from the effective date of this Resolution.
SECTION FOUR: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Resolution will be in full force and
effect from and after its passage, approval, and publication in the manner provided by law.
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AYES: Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Benton
PASSED: June 1, 2020
APPROVED: June 2, 2020
RESOLUTION NO: R-20-15
Harriet Rosenthal, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Kent S. Street, V 11age Clerk
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Village of Deerfield
Temporary Outdoor Seating Application
VILLAGE OF DEERFIELD
This information guide has been developed in response to the Governor's announcement that
restaurants may offer outdoor seating and service under Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois Plan.
The Governor anticipates that Illinois will move to Phase 3 on May 29, 2020. The Village has
determined that, subject to the requirements of the Governor's Executive Order, regulations
adopted by the Illinois Department of Public Health, and the regulations of the Village,
restaurants may provide a temporary outdoor seating area subject to the approval from the
Village. A no -fee application is required to allow for the establishment of a temporary outdoor
seating area.
Requirements to be submitted and guidelines include but are not limited to the following:
• Detailed site plan showing location of outdoor seating area
• Permission from property owner, if applicable
• All ADA requirements shall be adhered to
• All fire lanes and fire exits must be unobstructed
• Feather banners are prohibited
• 6 -foot separation to back of chairs
• Provide detailed drawing of traffic flow, fire lane access and barrier protection of seating
area
• Hours of operation for food and alcohol
• `Beer Gardens' are NOT permitted
• Hours of operation
Please read the attached guidelines for operation from Restore Illinois before filling our your
application. Return your application via e-mail to Assistant Village Manager Andrew
Lichterman at alichterman(a)_deerfield.il.us
The Village of
Deerfield
Name of Restaurant:
Restaurant Address:
Village of Deerfield
Office of the Village Manager
850 Waukegan Road,
Deerfield, IL 60015
Restaurant Outdoor Seating Application
Contact Person:
Contact Person Phone #:
Contact Person E-mail:
Please review the attached IDPH Guidelines for Outdoor Dining before filling out this application. The at-
tached "Proceed at Your Own Risk"agreement must be submitted with your application.
DCEO is available to assist with inquiries regarding the new guidelines by phone at (800) 252-2923 or by
email at ceo.support@illinois.gov.
1. Provide a scale drawing indicating the location of tables and hand washing stations, showing entrance
and pedestrian flow. Tables must be six feet apart to back of chairs. You may submit an aerial site plan on
which you can depict the outdoor dining area with social distancing details, outside dining barriers and
other required clearances. Be as detailed as possible.
2. Describe the type of dining furniture you will be using ( i.e. commercial furniture, folding chairs, etc.)
including umbrellas or other types of accessory furniture.
3. Describe what physical barriers will be installed to delineate seating area.
4. Describe what controls are in place to prevent people from waiting or congregating in a single location
prior or after seating.
5. Describe your waste removal services.
6. What will be your days/hours of operation?
Village of Deerfield 1 850 Waukegan Road I Deerfield, IL 60015 1 Office of the Village Manager I P. 847.719.7400 1 F. 847.945.0214 1 www.deerfield.il.us
7. Describe what activities require customers to come inside the restaurant.
8. Describe access to restrooms and what controls are in place to prevent people from congregating.
9. Describe access to handwashing or sanitation stations.
10. Describe any additional signage that you are requesting. Note - Feather banners are prohibited.
11. Describe the employee training you will provide.
12. Do you intend to serve alcoholic beverages in new or expanded outdoor seating area?
Yes No
13. Do you intend to use tents?
Yes No
14. Do you intend to use propane heaters or similiar heating element?
Yes No
15. Attach a letter of approval from your landlord, if applicable.
INTERNAL USE ONLY
Community Development Department: Approved/Denied
Police Department: Approved/Denied
Fire Department: Approved/Denied -
Village Manager's Office: Approved/Denied
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PROCEED AT OWN RISK DECLARATION
THIS PROCEED AT OWN RISK DECLARATION ("Declaration") is made this day
of , 2020, by , ("Declarant"),
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, on March 9, 2020, the Governor of the State of Illinois ( "Governor") declared
a State of Emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, on March 16, 2020, the Governor issued Executive Order No. 2020-07, which
prohibited all businesses within the State that offer food or beverages for on -premises
consumption — including restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and food halls ("Food and Beverage
Service Establishments") — from providing on -premises service of food and beverages and
limited their operations to delivery and carry -out services only, which Executive Order was
extended by Executive Order 20-33 ("Executive Order"); and
WHEREAS, although the Governor's Restore Illinois plan originally anticipated that Food
and Beverage Service Establishments could not return to on -premises service until at least June
26, 2020 during "Phase 4," the Governor has announced that Food and Beverage Service
Establishments may provide limited outdoor on -premises services beginning as early as May 29,
2020 in "Phase 3" ("Outdoor Service"); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2020-_R-20-15_ ("Resolution"), the Village
Board of Trustees of the Village of Deerfield ("Village") authorized and directed Village
personnel to temporarily permit Food and Beverage Establishments additional flexibility and
not necessarily strictly enforce otherwise -applicable provisions of "The Municipal Code of the
Village of Deerfield, Illinois, 1975," as amended ("Village Code'), and "The Deerfield Zoning
Ordinance 1978," as amended ("Zoning Ordinance"), to facilitate Food and Beverage Service
Establishments to more easily provide Outdoor Service during the COVID-19 emergency; and
WHEREAS, the Resolution will expire upon the earlier to occur of (i) the Governor's
authorization for Food and Beverage Service Establishments to resume indoor on -premises
service and (ii) 90 days from the effective date of the Resolution, i.e. by [insert date] ("Term").
WHEREAS, the Declarant is the operator of the Food and Beverage Establishment [Insert
Name] ("Establishment') on the property owned by [Insert Name"] ("Owner") and located at
[insert address] in the Village of Deerfield and legally described in the attached Exhibit A
("Property'); and
WHEREAS, Declarant seeks to provide Outdoor Service from the Establishment as soon
as possible; and
WHEREAS, the completion by the Village of a review and approval process to confirm
that Outdoor Service at the Establishment will comply with all applicable Village codes,
ordinances, licenses, standards, permits, and regulations ("Approvals") would normally be a pre-
requisite for the Village to authorize Declarant to provide Outdoor Service at the Establishment;
and
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WHEREAS, Declarant has requested the right to proceed with providing Outdoor Service
at the Establishment notwithstanding the fact that the Village has not conducted and completed
the Approvals; and
WHEREAS, given the unique circumstances arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, the
Village has agreed not to prevent Declarant from commencing the provision of Outdoor Service
at the Establishment despite the Declarant not having necessarily obtained all of the requisite
Approvals, but only after the execution by the Declarant of this Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the Declarant voluntarily desires to execute this Declaration in order to
commence the provision of Outdoor Service at the Establishment as soon as possible; and
NOW, THEREFORE, the Declarant voluntarily declares that the Establishment, the
Subject Property, all portions thereof, and all improvements constructed thereon or therein are
and shall be held, used, and occupied subject to the following restrictions and provisions:
1. The Declarant acknowledges and agrees that it has all the rights, responsibilities,
and obligations under the Village Code and Zoning Ordinance, all other applicable Village codes,
regulations, ordinances, declarations of emergency and orders issued thereto, and all applicable
State of Illinois statutes, codes, and regulations, including without limitation any operational
guidance concerning Outdoor Service promulgated by the Governor, Illinois Department of Public
Health, or other State agency, all as may be amended from time to time (collectively,
"Requirements of LaW'); (b) will proceed with the provision of Outdoor Service at the
Establishment at its sole and absolute risk; and (c) shall not be entitled to the issuance of any
Approvals, regardless of expenditures incurred by the Declarant in proceeding prior to the date
of, or pursuant to, this Declaration.
2. Outdoor Service shall be provided only on the portion of the Property or the area
adjacent or near the Property depicted in Exhibit A ("Outdoor Service Area").
3. Outdoor Service shall only be provided at the Establishment in strict compliance
with: (i) this Declaration; (ii) all Requirements of Law; and (iii) any conditions set forth in Exhibit
B, if any.
4. The Village shall have the right to enter into the Establishment and the Outdoor
Service Area at any time from and after the execution of this Declaration to ascertain compliance
with the terms, conditions, restrictions, and limitations contained in this Declaration.
5. The Declarant expressly acknowledges and agrees that it shall have sole and
absolute liability and responsibility, and the Village shall have no liability or responsibility
whatsoever, for the costs and expenses incurred in connection with any work necessary to bring
the Establishment and the Outdoor Service Area into conformance with the Requirements of Law
or to use the area designated for Outdoor Service in a manner that complies with this Declaration.
6. The Declarant acknowledges and agrees that: (i) it has confirmed that its general
liability insurance, and if it serves alcohol, its dram shop insurance, provides coverage for Outdoor
Service in the Outdoor Service Area; and (ii) it will maintain such insurance during all times it
engages in Outdoor Service.
7. The Declarant hereby agrees to release, indemnify, and hold harmless the Village,
its agents, servants, officials, attorneys, and employees from and against any and all injuries,
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damages, claims, liabilities, demands, causes of action, losses, suits, expenses, liabilities, and
judgments of any and all nature and kind whatsoever, including without limitation costs, expenses,
and attorneys' fees, arising out of, occasioned by, connected with, or in any way attributable to:
(a) this Declaration; (b) any action or inaction taken by the Village pursuant to or in connection
with this Declaration or the use of the Outdoor Service Area for Outdoor Service; (c) the review
and approval by the Village of any plans for the Property or Outdoor Service Area; (d) the use of
the Outdoor Service Area; and (e) the operation of the Establishment and/or the Outdoor Service
Area during the COVID-19 pandemic.
8. This Declaration may not be modified, amended or annulled without the express,
prior written approval of the Village Manager.
9. The provisions of this Declaration shall be binding upon the Declarant and its heirs,
successors, assigns, agents, licensees, invitees and representatives, and all persons claiming
under them.
10. The Declarant acknowledges and agrees that:
A. The Village shall have the right at any time, in its absolute discretion, and
without prior or written notice to Declarant: (i) to terminate this Declaration; (ii) to enforce any
applicable Requirement of Law; (iii) to require Declarant to immediately terminate Outdoor Service
and restore the Outdoor Service Area to its condition prior to its use for Outdoor Service at
Declarant's sole cost and expense, normal wear and tear excepted; and (iv) to adopt additional
orders or ordinances which may impact Declarant's ability to provide Outdoor Service or use of
the Outdoor Service Area.
B. Declarant will not challenge any actions taken by the Village in accordance
with Section 10.A of this Declaration.
11. The individual signing this Declaration represents and warrants that they have
been authorized to sign this Declaration on behalf of the Declarant and bind the Declarant.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Declarant has caused this Declaration to be executed by a
duly authorized representative on the date first above written.
DECLARANT
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
STATE OF ILLINOIS )
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COUNTY OF )
1, , a Notary Public, in and for the County and State aforesaid,
DO HEREBY CERTIFY that DECLARANT, who is personally known to me to be the same person
whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument, appeared before me this day in person
and acknowledged to me that they, being thereunto duly authorized, signed and delivered said
instrument as his own free and voluntary act, for the uses and purposes set forth therein.
GIVEN under my hand and notarial seal this day of 2020.
Notary Public
My Commission expires
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EXHIBIT A
DEPICTION OF AREA DESIGNATED FOR OUTDOOR SERVICE
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EXHIBIT B
CONDITIONS FOR OUTDOOR SERVICE
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This document is applicable to businesses that meet the following criteria:
• Full-service restaurants, limited -service restaurants, snack and nonalcoholic beverage bars, taverns, and other
food services and drinking places licensed to serve food, beverages and liquor for consumption by the relevant
local jurisdiction and State Liquor Control Board, if applicable, that can follow all minimum guidelines outlined
in this document
• In Phase III, services for Restaurants and Bars should be limited to:
i. i.Outdoor dining and/or drinking only'; and
ii. Parties of 6 persons or fewer.
• For the purposes of these guidelines, a dining or drinking area is considered an outdoor dining or drinking area if the
area meets any of the following criteria:
i. Located on the rooftop of a building or within establishment with retractable roof (should remain open during
hours of operation of outdoor dining and/or drinking); or
ii. Outdoor space connected to or located on the site of a restaurant, grocery store, health or fitness center, hotel,
golf club, or other social club with a food establishment license; or
iii.lndoor space where 50% or more of a wall can be removed via the opening of windows, doors, or panels provided
that dining tables are within 8 -ft from such opening; or
iv.Any other outdoor dining and drinking areas authorized by local governments provided that food and drinks are
prepared by licensed food or liquor establishments and that proper social distancing of 6 -ft between designated
customer tables and/or other seating areas is observed and parties are of 6 persons or fewer.
• For the purposes of these guidelines, businesses may be subject to additional regulations on outdoor dining by units
of local government and local health departments
' This guidance is subject to State and local liquor control, food safety, and other applicable laws and regulations.
Uniform guidelines across businesses, industries and nonprofits within the State of Illinois:
L Minimum guidelines
1. Employees should wear face coverings over their nose and mouth when
within 6 -ft. of others (cloth masks preferred). Exceptions may be made where
accommodations are appropriate - seeIDHR's guidance.
2. Arrange seating to provide a minimum of 6 -ft between tables. Use of plexiglass
between tables is a best practice.
3. Employer should provide hand washing capability or sanitizer to employees and
customers
4. Bar and restaurant employees should wash hands for 20 seconds every 30
minutes, and:
a. Upon arrival to work
b. Prior to and during food preparation
c. When switching between tasks
d. Before donning gloves to work with food or clean equipment and utensils
e. After using the restroom
f. After handling soiled dishes and utensils
g. When visibly soiled
h. After coughing, sneezing, using a tissue, touching face,
i. After eating or drinking
j. After smoking or vaping
k. After handling cell phone
5. An adequate supply of soap, disinfectant, hand sanitizer, and paper towels must
be available
6. Gloves should be worn by staff preparing food per pre-COVID food handling
protocols, such as handling Ready to Eat (RTE) foods
i. Minimum guidelines
1. All employees should complete health and safety training related to COVID-19
when initially returning to work. Resources to design a training are posted on the
DCEO Restore Illinois guidelines website
2. Employers should continue to limit all non-essential business travel
a. If employee must travel, employee should follow CDC considerations to
protect themselves and others during trip
3. 3. Employees should not report to, or be allowed to remain at, work if sick
or symptomatic (with cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever of
100.4 degrees or above, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, new loss of
taste or smell, or other CDC -identified sym tp orris), and sick or symptomatic
employees should be encouraged to seek a COVID-19 test at a state or local
government testing center, healthcare center or other testing locations
ii. Encouraged best practices
1. Provide reasonable accommodation for COVID-19-vulnerable employees, including but not limited to
work from home (if feasible), reduced contact with others, use of barriers to ensure minimum distance
between others whenever feasible or other accommodations that reduce chances of exposure
i. Minimum guidelines
1. Employers should make temperature checks available for employees
and encourage their use. Employers should post information about the
symptoms of COVID-19 in order to allow employees to self -assess whether
they have any symptoms and should consider going home.
2. All employers should have a wellness screening program. Resources
outlining screening program best practices are posted on the DCEO Restore
Illinois guidelines website
a. Employer should conduct in-person screening of employees upon
entry into workplace and mid -shift screening to verify no presence of
COVID-19 symptoms
3. If employee does contract COVID-19, they should remain isolated at home
for a minimum of 10 days after symptom onset and can be released after
feverless and feeling well (without fever -reducing medication) for at least 72
hours OR has 2 negative COVID-19 tests in a row, with testing done at least
24 hours apart
4. If an employee is identified as being COVID-19 positive by testing,
CDC cleaning and disinfecting should be performed as soon after the
confirmation of a positive test as practical
5. Where appropriate, notify employees who have been exposed
6. Any employee who has had close contact with co-worker or any other person who is diagnosed with
COVID-19 is required to quarantine for 14 days after the last/most recent contact with the infectious
individual and should be encouraged to seek a COVID-19 test at a state or local government testing
center, healthcare center or other testing locations. All other employees should be on alert for symptoms
of fever, cough, or shortness of breath and taking temperature if symptoms develop
2 Close contacts include household contacts, intimate contacts, or contacts within 6 -ft. for 15 minutes or longer unless wearing N95
mask during period of contact.
Guidelines specific to outdoor dining and drinking establishments:
i. Minimum guidelines
1. Employer should display signage at entry with face
covering requirements, social distancing guidelines, and
cleaning protocols, in multiple languages as needed -
2. Employer should configure space to allow for at least 6 -ft.
of distance between tables or other designated customer
service areas
3. Employees should maintain social distance to the extent •,
possible while performing services r
4. Employer should close all open congregate areas (e.g.,
waiting areas)
5. Employers should close all self-service food areas (e.g.,
buffets, salad bars, coffee station)
6. Employers should eliminate table presets (e.g., table
tents, menus, salt and pepper shakers, lemons, straws,
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shared condiments, etc.)
7. Employers should use single packet condiments, if
possible, OR serve condiments in containers - such as a washable bowl or paper cup - that can be
sanitized or disposed of after use (no shared condiments permitted)
8. Employers should use disposable silverware, if possible, OR use rolled silverware or silverware place in
sleeves (employers should utilize gloves while rolling/placing in sleeves)
9. Employers should use disposable or touchless menus, if practical, or use menus that can be sanitized
between each use
a. If practical, QR Digital menu or app -based ordering should be used
10. Employers should eliminate refilling customer beverages altogether and should use a new glass cleaned
using proper dishwashing procedures
11. Close all self-service beverage stations
12. Water fountains in employee breakrooms, except for touchless water bottle refill stations, should be
made unavailable for use (e.g. turned off, covered, area blocked)
a. If no touchless fountain is available, water may be served in sealed, single -use water bottles
13. Customers should handle their leftover food to be taken to -go
14. Ensure that the area for take-out customers allows for at least 6 -ft of separation from seated customers
15. Customers should not be seated if inclement weather is forecasted
16. In case of inclement weather or emergency while customers are outdoor dining, food should be
packaged to -go and customers encouraged to leave
ii. Encouraged best practices
1. Deliver items to table on service trays to minimize hand contact
2. Display visual markers 6 -ft. apart at customer queue points
3. Display signage at exits of restrooms to promote use of paper towel to open door for exit
4. Display signage to promote distancing within shared restrooms
5. Eliminate seating at bars within restaurant to the extent possible
6. If practical, install impermeable barriers (e.g., plexiglass) from street and/or sidewalk traffic
7. If practical, install impermeable barriers between tables
8. If practical, install impermeable barriers in close contact areas (e.g., host stand, cashier)
9. If practical, implement touchless transactions
10. If practical, allow one-way traffic flow in and out of restaurant to the outdoor seating area to limit any
congregation
11. Where building management practices allow, increase air turnover rates in occupied spaces and
increase outside make-up air to the maximum extent practical
i. Minimum guidelines
1. Cleaning and disinfecting of premises should be conducted in compliance with
CDC protocols on a routine basis
2. Clean and disinfect common areas (e.g., restrooms, cafeterias) and surfaces
which are touched by multiple people (e.g., entry/exit doorknobs, stair railings)
frequently; every half hour recommended for high -traffic areas
3. Sanitization of multi -use items (e.g., menus, if reuse, special cards, pens, check
presenters, etc.) should be completed after each use
4. Disinfect tables and chairs between parties and again at closing time (see FPA
approved List of disinfectants)
5. Discard any single -use or paper articles (e.g., paper menus) after each use
ii. Encouraged best practices
1. Provide hand sanitizer in outdoor seating area for customers. If hand sanitizer is placed in restrooms,
assure handwashing is still encouraged
2. Create and implement an enhanced cleaning/sanitizing schedule for all food contact surfaces, and
cleaning/disinfecting of non-food contact surfaces; if practical, have designated staff member that
responsible for cleaning
i. Minimum guidelines
1. Outdoor area capacity shall be determined
by arranging seating to provide a minimum of
six feet between tables or other designated
customer service areas.
2. Employee should social distance from customers
while not performing services
3. Employer should limit the occupancy of common
areas/ break rooms to allow for social distancing
of 6 -ft or greater by removing/decommissioning
furniture or staggering break times; this
guideline is not intended to diminish employees
break time requirements
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4. Live music is permitted but employees and performers should follow social
distancing guidelines, keeping the maximum distance possible from each other
and from customers. Performers should wear face coverings where possible and
the use of barriers between singers and customers and employees during the
performance is strongly encouraged.
ii. Encouraged best practices
1. If practical, alter hours of operation to adequately spread out customer traffic and allow for additional
cleaning time
2. Stagger shift start and end times to minimize congregation of employees during changeovers
3. If practical, group employees in clusters and schedule groups on same shifts to reduce cross -team exposure
i. Minimum guidelines
1. Before allowing external supplier or non -customer visitor (excluding third -party
visitors providing carry -out services only) to enter, or while requiring them to wait
in a designated area, employer should ask whether external supplier or visitor is
currently exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms
a. If practical, employer should take external supplier or non -customer visitor
temperature using thermometer (infrared / thermal cameras preferred,
touchless thermometers permitted)
2. Employer should keep log of all external suppliers who enter premises
3. Suppliers and other non -customer visitors should wear face coverings over their
nose and mouth when entering premises (exceptions can be made for people
with medical conditions or disabilities that prevent them from safely wearing a
face -covering)
ii. Encouraged best practices
1. Limit contact between external suppliers and employees
2. Restrict suppliers from entering premises and if practical, have deliveries
dropped at door
i. Minimum guidelines
3. 6 -person party limit
4. Implement a reservation or call ahead
model, if practical. All outdoor dining
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areas must be staffed to ensure social
distancing will be maintained prior to
guests being seated
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5. Customers should wait for services f
off premises, either outdoors and
maintaining social distance of 6 -ft with use of recommended face coverings or in
their vehicles. Customers should be seated immediately upon entry
6. Customers should wear face coverings over their nose and mouth while on
premises, except while eating and drinking at table (exceptions can be made
for people with medical conditions or disabilities that prevent them from safely
wearing a face covering)
ii. Encouraged best practices
1. Before allowing entrance, employers ask whether customer is currently
exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms
a. If practical, employer should take customer temperature using thermometer
(infrared / thermal cameras preferred, touchless thermometers permitted)
If you have questions or need additional support:
Please call our hotline at 1-800-252-2923
or e-mail us at ceo.support@illinois.gov
or return to www2.illinois.gov/businesstoolkit
Additional Resources:
• FDA: Food Safety and COVID-19
• FDA: Best Practices for Retail Food Stores, Restaurants and Food Pick-Up/Delivery During COVID-19
• FDA: Use of Respirators, Facemasks, and Cloth Face Coverings in the Food and Agriculture Sector During
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic
• FDA: Employee Health and Personal Hygiene Handbook
• CDC: Interim Guidance for Implementing Safety Practices for Critical Infrastructure Workers Who Mak
Have Had Exposure to a Person with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19
• CDC: What Grocery and Food Retail Workers Need to Know about COVID-19
• CDC: COVID-19 Resources for Businesses and Employers
• CDC: Restaurants and Bars Reopening Decision Tree
• CDC: COVID-19 Printed Resources
• IDPH: COVID-19 Resources for Businesses and Organizations
• IDPH: Guidance for Maintaining Water Systems During Reduced Use and Returning Water Systems to
Regular Use after Extended Periods of Reduced Use
• IDPH: Retail Food Page and Food Codes
• Illinois Department of Human Services: FAO for Businesses Concerning Use of Face -Coverings During
COVID-19
• EPA: List of EPA -registered Disinfectants
• AFDO: PLannine for Reopening Food Service Establishments As COVID-19 Impacts Best Practices and
Protocol
• OSHA: Guidance of Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
• National Restaurant Association: COVID-19 Reopening Guidance: A Guide for the Restaurant Industry