"We've seen this go reasonably well, when there's been a vaccine available across the U.S. Though some markets have not announced official plans for a summer. Some museums will continue to have COVID-19 protocols in place, though. And that at the moment the vast majority of new infections and hospitalizations recorded, over 97% are among those who are not fully vaccinated. "But you know, you talk about phase five, you could call it whatever you like, this is just a question about whether or not you know, can we get back to what we all knew as normal, you know, before this year, and I think the answer is what I just said. Featured Image Credit: Day Photo on Pixabay. Under Phase 5 guidance, businesses, large-scale events, conventions, amusement parks and seated-spectator venues, among others, will be able to operate at full capacity. Key strategies highlighted in the report include safe, reliable public transit; enhanced pedestrian and bike infrastructure; innovative programming from community-based organizations, and long-term strategic planning for key arterials. Plenty of changes are expected as Illinois enters phase four of its reopening plan at the end of the week, but what about the next and final phase? The city also announced that they have partnered with Lollapalooza to give away 1,000 one-day passes to people who are fully vaccinated. As the city moved into Phase 5, more farmers markets across Chicago will begin welcoming residents back for the 2021 season. For Sale: 3 beds, 3.5 baths 2176 sq. Large gatherings of all sizes can resume across all industry settings, and Phase 5 removes requirements that businesses institute mandatory social distancing in seated venues as well as daily health screenings of employees and visitors. Both the mayor and Dr. Arwady pointed out that while we may be able to fully reopen the pandemic is not over. As of Friday, there are no capacity limits for bars, restaurants, gyms, or other large venues and no social distancing requirements. Info? However, some. Time Out Market will reopen mid-June in Fulton Market in Chicago's West Town neighborhood after more than a year of closure, bringing new and classic culinary favorites, organizers announced. She has written about everything from college admissions to real estate to pizza. With today's announcement and even more residents continuing to do their part and get vaccinated, we are one step closer to being able to put this pandemic in our rearview mirror. g9 |p^ +2L.m!zQF-h:Z{e$ 3f&t_u{Bo8*ZIQ$e5W(g*++z&2:S%&!HDA`eq,KP=? Vaccines protect you and the people around you, reducing the spread of COVID-19. In Phase 5 for the City of Chicago, many mandatory COVID-19 regulations, including capacity limits, social distancing requirements and mask mandates for fully vaccinated individuals, have been lifted at most businesses. Mom Was Trying to Move Out of House Shared With Ex, Bojangles, a Popular Southern Fried Chicken Chain, is Expanding Into the Chicago Area, Gatherings of up to 50 people allowed indoors and up to 100 outdoors. He got vaccinated as soon as he could so he can head back inside restaurants more comfortably and move on. Pritzker has said the state will begin Phase 5 of its Restore Illinois plan on Friday, June 11, meaning the state will lift all capacity restrictions on restaurants, bars, retailers, and all. Monitoring period: COVID-19 metrics will be considered over a 28-day monitoring period before the state can advance to the next phase. Many businesses will choose to keep certain regulations in place for the safety of their customers and employees, including requiring masks for all customers, and the City supports any business that makes this choice. In the summer, the ribbon is transformed to welcome scooter users, rollerbladers, and roller skaters. The state is still battling COVID, but the latest case numbers are low enough to reopen safely. "We're really headed on a very good trajectory to get to Phase 5. This of course meant to incentivize people to get the vaccine. Gov. P: 630.864.5270,