More Restrictions Start Friday In Aurora: What To Know

Aurora IL

18 November, 2020

10:04 AM

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AURORA, IL — Several new coronavirus restrictions will be in effect throughout much of Aurora starting Friday. Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Tuesday that state officials will impose Tier 3 mitigations for the entire state. Kane County Recommends 'Adaptive Pause' For Schools To Slow Cases Illinois officials imposed Tier 2 restrictions Nov. 9 in Region 7 (Will and Kankakee counties) where the coronavirus-test positivity rate surged past 14 percent. With the regions' positivity rates still well above 8 percent after two weeks of Tier 1 restrictions, more mitigation efforts are on the way. FoxFire To Take Indoor Dining Fight To Illinois Supreme Court Tier 3 restrictions will limit gatherings and encourages people to stay home to the greatest extent possible. Some industries will be allowed to remain open at reduced capacity. Positivity Rate Explodes In Region 8 After Weeks Of Restrictions Take a look below to see what's expected to change Friday, and what isn't, under the state's new coronavirus restrictions in Aurora. Retail Operate at no more than 25 percent capacity, including general merchandise stores, "big box" stores and convenience storesGrocery stores and pharmacies may operate at up to 50 percent capacityEncourage delivery or curbside pickup options wherever possible Personal Care Service Operate at 25 percent capacity or 25 clients, whichever is lessFace covering must be worn at all times by clients and service providersSuspend services where face covering cannot be wornPhysical, occupational and massage therapy allowed as deemed necessary by a medical providerVirtual consultations recommended Health and fitness centers Operate at no more than 25 percent capacityNo indoor group classesFace coverings must be worn at all timeReservations requiredLocker room areas should be closed Bars and Restaurants All bars and restaurants must close at 11 p.m. and reopen no earlier than 6 a.m. No indoor serviceAll patrons should be seated at tables outsideNo ordering, seating or congregating at the bar Meetings, Social Events and Gatherings Limit in home gatherings to household membersMeeting rooms, banquet centers, private party rooms, private clubs and country clubs may not host gatheringsNo party busesFunerals are limited to 10 family members of the decedents Organized Group Recreational Activities Pause all indoor group sporting and recreational activitiesIncludes park districts and travel leaguesOutdoor sports and recreation allowedParticipant groups and practices outdoors limited to 10 people or less with social distancing