JB 프리츠커 일리노이 주지사가 내일(16일, 월요일) 영업종료 시점부터 오는 3월 30일까지 일리노이의 모든 식당과 바(주점)가 실내 식사 영업(dine-in)을 임시 중단할 것을 명령했다. 음식을 포장해 가는 것(to go)과 배달은 가능하다.
프리츠커 주지사는 오늘(15일) 오후 기자회견에서 “어려운 결정이었다. 이것이 소규모 업소에 얼마나 큰 어려움이 될 것인지 알고 있다. 그러나 일리노이 주민의 안전을 위해 우리는 긴급한 결정을 내려야만 했다”고 밝혔다.
일리노이주의 모든 기관은 운영을 위한 핵심 인력을 제외한 공무원 인력을 임시 감축하고 상당수를 재택근무로 전환할 계획이다. 프리츠커 주지사는 내주에 보다 확실한 운영방침을 발표할 전망이다.
현재 일리노이주는 유치원에서 고등학교까지에 3월 17일부터 2주 휴교령을 내린 상태이며 참석자 1천명 이상 행사의 개최를 금지하고 있다. 또한 250명 이상의 행사도 취소 또는 연기할 것을 권고하고 있다. 선거는 예정대로 3월 17일에 진행된다.
일리노이 주는 코로나바이러스 사태 핫라인을 개설하고 도움을 제공하고 있다. 1-800-889-3931 | IDPH.illinois.gov.
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Gov. Pritzker Announces Bars and Restaurants Will Close to Public by End of Monday
Next Week, State Agencies to Temporarily Reduce Workforce While Maintaining Core Functions and Essential Operations
Chicago — As the state continues to take aggressive action to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our communities, Governor JB Pritzker announced that all bars and restaurants in the state of Illinois will be closed to the public, beginning at close of business Monday, March 16th through Monday, March 30th.
“This is another hard step to take. I know how difficult this will be on small businesses around the state. But we must do everything we can to safeguard the health of the citizens of Illinois, and that requires this urgent action,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “The time for persuasion and public appeals is over — the time for action is here. This is not a joke. No one is immune to this, and you have an obligation to act in the best interests of all the people of this state.”
“This is a make or break moment. Clear and bold actions are needed immediately to stop the spread of COVID-19 and strengthen public health in Chicago and across the state,” said Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot. “In the days and weeks ahead, we will continue to keep our residents and businesses apprised of developing information, ensuring they understand the measures we are taking and are following the latest guidance by public health officials. The City of Chicago is working to safeguard the health of our communities at every level of our operations. We are resilient, and we are all in this together.”
The state is working closely with restaurant owners and food delivery services to ensure kitchens can safely remain open to continue food delivery and put in place drive-thru and curbside pickup options for restaurants to continue to serve the public.
“Public safety is the No. 1 concern of the Illinois Restaurant Association,” said Sam Toia, president of the Illinois Restaurant Association. “First and foremost, we want to protect the health of our customers and team members. We remain vigilant in helping employers to navigate the immediate challenges that come with this rapidly changing situation. I want to thank Governor Pritzker and his team, and Mayor Lightfoot and her team, for leading us.”
ACTIONS TO PROTECT STATE WORKFORCE
Gov. Pritzker also announced that he has directed state agencies to implement plans for a temporary reduction of government functions and workforce while maintaining core functions and essential operations.
Select employees will continue to report to work; while the remaining workforce will either work remotely or be asked to remain home on call while receiving pay. All state employees will continue to be paid during this period.
Over the next several days, the Pritzker administration will finalize these plans and update state employees and the public. The Office of the Governor will remain fully operational throughout this period.
SOCIAL DISTANCING REMAINS CRUCIAL
Social distancing is the paramount strategy for minimizing the spread of COVID-19 in our communities, and the Governor is committed to using every tool at his disposal to protect public health.
Those experiencing symptoms should call a health care provider who will help arrange medical treatment without putting others at risk of exposure.
The Illinois Department of Public Health has a statewide COVID-19 hotline and website to answer any questions from the public or to report a suspected case: call 1-800-889-3931 or visit IDPH.illinois.gov.
