Start here to learn how the City of Highland Park is responding proactively to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
All Illinoisans age 5 and older are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination! All American adults may also schedule a booster dose. In addition, the CDC has approved a booster dose of the Pfizer-BionNTech COVID-19 vaccine for teens age 16+. Find links to pharmacies and appointment aggregators at cityhpil.com/vaccine. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccination and access the state vaccination locator map at coronavirus.illinois.gov.
January 7, 2022: Today, Governor JB Pritzker signed a new Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation extending the statewide declaration through Sunday, February 6, 2022. Additionally, Governor Pritzker signed Executive Order (EO) 2022-01 to extend previous executive orders.
December 29, 2021: Mayor Rotering issued an Emergency Declaration to continue to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, in consideration of ongoing health and economic impacts. In addition, in response to a rise in COVID-19 cases in the City of Highland Park (“City”) and the Chicago metropolitan area, the City of Highland Park has issued an emergency order requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for patrons of on-premises dining establishments. Beginning Friday, January 7, 2022, all individuals ages 5 and older will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination to access all on-premises food and drink establishments in the City, including:
indoor dining at restaurants, cafes, coffee shops and bars, including fast-food and fast-casual establishments;
indoor entertainment venues where food and drinks are served, such as movie theatres.
August 26, 2021: The State of Illinois has issued a mask mandate for all individuals over the age of 2 in indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status, effective August 30. Learn more. Face Mask Required Sign For Businesses
August 13, 2021: The State of Illinois has launched a new, online vaccination verification system called Vax Verify. The online portal will allow Illinois residents age 18 and older to check their COVID-19 vaccination status.
All Illinoisans age 5 and older are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination! To register with AllVax, via the Lake County Health Department, visit allvax.lakecohealth.org. Look for appointments at:
Homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities or mobility issues may now call the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center to be added to the homebound vaccination list! To add yourself or a senior in your life to the list, contact the AllVax support center at 847.377.8130.
Current Status of COVID-19 Guidelines: Phase 5
The State of Illinois is currently operating in Phase 5.
In Phase 5, all sectors of the economy may reopen without restrictions (apart from masking requirements mandated by the CDC.)
Current Status of COVID-19 Community Transmission: High
Data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that Lake County is now experiencing high community transmission of COVID-19, defined as 100 or more cases per 100,000 people over a 7-day period.
The CDC urges individuals in communities with substantial and high transmission to wear a mask in public indoor settings, regardless of vaccination status. Wearing masks while indoors will help prevent infections among those who cannot be vaccinated, including children under age 12 and individuals with compromised immune systems.
Vaccination is the best protection against COVID-19, and getting vaccinated helps protect yourself, your family, and your community, especially young children and at-risk, immunocompromised people. The COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and available at no cost to anyone age 12 and older. Find your vaccine at vaccines.gov.
COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 testing is available at CVS and Walgreens pharmacies in Highland Park.
Free COVID-19 SHIELD saliva testing, developed by the University of Illinois, is available from the College of Lake County:
CLC - Grayslake Campus SHIELD Testing University Center of Lake County, Rm. 112 1200 University Center Drive (near the Washington St. entrance) Mondays & Thursdays, 8:30 AM - 3 PM clcillinois.edu Appointments are not necessary, but individuals do need to create an account online before heading to the site.
IDPH Testing Free COVID-19 testing is provided by the Illinois Department of Public Health at convenient locations throughout the state. To find a COVID-19 testing site, visit dph.illinois.gov/testing. The two nearest IDPH testing sites are:
Waukegan 102 W. Water Street Waukegan Mon-Wed-Fri-Sat 8:00am – 4:00pm
August 4, 2021: Due to substantial community transmission of COVID-19, masks are now required for visitors to City buildings, regardless of vaccination status.
The City of Highland Park and the Park District of Highland Park are partnering with the Illinois Department of Public Health to offer two locations for free COVID-19 testing during the week of January 18:
Monday, January 18:
Hidden Creek AquaPark
1220 Fredrickson Pl.
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, January 22:
Highland Park Country Club
1201 Park Ave. W.
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Testing is provided by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Learn more about IDPH testing at dph.illinois.gov/testing. Drive-through and walk-up testing will be available. There is no cost for testing, and insurance is not required. Click here to learn more.
January 11, 2021: Click here to view the Emergency Declaration for the City of Highland Park.
December 9, 2020: Lake County residents may now register on the Lake County AllVax Portal to be notified when a COVID-19 vaccine is available to them. Registering online is easy and secure at allvax.lakecohealth.org. Residents may also register over the phone by calling the Lake County Health Department at 847.377.8130.
December 4, 2020: City Lifts Local Restrictions on Indoor Workout Facilities & Dance Studios (Media release)
November 17, 2020: All Regions in Illinois Move to Tier 3 Mitigations Effective November 20, 2020 (Executive Order; IDPH media release)
November 11, 2020: IDPH urges all Illinoisans to stay home as much as possible (participate only in essential activities, work from home, limit unnecessary travel and gatherings)
Scams related to COVID-19 are increasing. Scammers may use telemarketing calls, text messages, social media platforms, and door-to-door visits to perpetrate COVID-19-related scams. The Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) advises the public to remain alert and cautious when responding to any unsolicited contact or online posting. Many scams target Medicare patients, with scammers trying to obtain your personal information, especially your Medicare Number. You can find authoritative, official information about Medicare's response to COVID-19 at medicare.gov.
In particular, the following types of scams have been recently reported:
Offers to purchase a COVID-19 vaccination card: these can only be provided by legitimate healthcare workers administering vaccines.
Offers of a $200 Medicare prescription card: there is no such card.
Scam COVID-19 vaccine surveys: callers fraudulently claim to offer money or gifts in exchange for your participation. Do not give your personal, medical, or financial information to callers.
Fraudulent contact tracers: legitimate contact tracers will never ask for your Medicare number, financial information, or set up a COVID-19 test and collect payment information. COVID-19 testing is free.
Fake grant programs or financial assistance: scammers have used hacked social media accounts to coerce individuals into providing their financial information in exchange for scam grants.
Unapproved and illegitimate COVID-19 testing: scammers particularly target Medicare patients and ask for personal details.
HHS reminds Americans of the following safety tips:
Do not post your COVID-19 vaccination card on social media. These cards may contain personally identifiable information that can be used to steal your identity.
The COVID-19 vaccine is free. You cannot pay to obtain a vaccine faster.
Only make appointments for COVID-19 vaccination or testing at official sites.
Medicare will not call you to offer COVID-19 related products, services, or benefit review.
Be suspicious of any unexpected calls or visitors offering COVID-19 tests or supplies. FDA is monitoring fraudulent COVID-19 related products.
If you receive a phone call claiming to be from Medicare and asking for personal information such as your Medicare Number or your Social Security number, hang up and call 1.800.MEDICARE.
If you believe you have been the victim of COVID-19 fraud, report it to:
CMS/Medicare Hotline: 1.800.MEDICARE or medicare.gov
Assistance for Highland Park Businesses
The City is committed to supporting local businesses during the pandemic. Business assistance initiatives offer direct cash relief, eliminate administrative barriers, and provide promotional support.
Financial Aid for Restaurants & Retailers Grant Program The City will reimburse up to 50% of eligible COVID-19 operational expenses for qualifying restaurants and retailers, up to a maximum of $5,000 for retailers and $10,000 for restaurants. Read more.
2021 Fee Waivers & Deferrals
Registration fees for businesses occupying 7,000 sq. ft. or less are waived.
Restaurant license fees are waived.
50% of liquor license fees for restaurants and hotels are waived, with payment of the balance deferred until June 30, 2021.
Highland Park's vibrant community of restaurants, shops, fitness studios and others are open for business! From installing safety barriers to providing hand sanitizer, upgrading air filtration and more, Highland Park businesses have implemented new services, technologies, and fixtures to help you shop and dine with confidence.
Businesses that sign on to the Welcome Back Promise pledge to take the following steps to create a healthy and comfortable environment for their customers, clients, and employees:
• Masks are required, and hand sanitizer is available.
• Social distancing is encouraged.
• Capacity is limited per IDPH guidelines.
• High-touch surfaces are frequently cleaned.
• Employee health is monitored.
As businesses make the Welcome Back Promise, they'll be added to an interactive map at cityhpil.com/welcomeback. Please plan to check back as new businesses are added!
Learn more about the Welcome Back Promise in the new video above, or visit cityhpil.com/welcomeback.
Essential Information
What is coronavirus (COVID-19)? COVID-19, known informally as the coronavirus, is an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a new virus that was first detected in China in 2019. COVID-19 causes a respiratory illness with fever, cough and difficulty breathing.
County & State Metrics The Lake County Health Department (LCHD) reports data for Highland Park. The COVID-19 Data Hub includes an interactive map of municipalities and provides information for incorporated and unincorporated areas. The Data Hub is updated once every business day, between 3:00 - 6:00 PM. Information available for each municipality includes a total range of confirmed cases and total population counts. LCHD also provides county-level statistics, including hospital admissions, testing turn-around time, total deaths, and demographic information for COVID-19 cases and deaths. Regional COVID-19 Metrics are provided by the State of Illinois. Use this dashboard to view information for Region 9 (Lake and McHenry Counties.) This dashboard is updated daily and provides information regarding test positivity rates, hospital admissions increases, and hospital surge capabilities. IDPH will monitor these indicators to identify early but significant increases of COVID-19 transmission and may implement mitigation interventions if necessary.
Symptoms & Reporting in Lake County The Lake County Health Department is closely monitoring this developing situation and is providing updates on COVID-19 via the LCHD website as information becomes available.
NorthShore University HealthSystem is responding to the COVID-19 situation with enhanced clinical and operational capabilities. Information from Highland Park Hospital and NorthShore is regularly available on their website. NorthShore asks residents experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19, including fever, cough, difficulty breathing, changes to smell or taste, and others, to please contact the community health hotline at 847.432.5849 or begin an E-Visit through NorthShoreConnect.
If you are concerned about coronavirus exposure, contact your healthcare provider. If your healthcare professional believes there is cause for concern after assessing your health and history, the Lake County Health Department will follow up with you directly to provide further instructions.
If you do not have a healthcare provider, please contact the Lake County Health Department at 847.377.8000 to make an appointment to be seen at a Lake County Health Department clinic.
In emergencies, always dial 911.
Questions about COVID-19? You may also contact the Illinois COVID-19 hotline with any questions you might have, either by phone at 1(800) 889-3931 or by email at dph.sick@illinois.gov.
The information on this page is adapted from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Lake County Health Department. Please contact your healthcare provider with questions about symptoms of COVID-19 or if you require medical advice for yourself or your family.
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