Elmhurst City Hall To Reopen

ELMHURST, IL — Elmhurst City Hall is set to reopen to the public during normal operating hours starting Monday, the city announced Friday. "While we are happy to welcome you back, there will be certain limitations and restrictions required when entering the building to ensure proper social distancing," the city said in a news release.

The community is encouraged to continue to use contactless methods of conducting city business. Many services can be conducted online at elmhurst.org, by phone at 630-530-3000 or by using the drop box located in the City Hall parking lot. Non-cash payments are preferred for any business transactions at this time.

For the protection of the public and city hall employees, visitors who must conduct business in person will notice the following changes when entering the building:

• The doors on the west side of the building (York Street) will only be used as an emergency exit. The doors on the east side of the building (parking lot) will be the only available entrance doors and will be used for exiting also.

• All individuals will be required to wear a mask for the entirety of their visit.

• All visitors must check in with a lobby attendant and be prepared to answer a series of health questions. The attendant will also take each visitor’s temperature. Any person with a temperature over 100.4 degrees will be asked to return later.

• Visitors must also provide the attendant with the purpose of their visit. The attendant will then direct the visitor to the appropriate counter. Follow the markings on the floor and maintain social distancing of 6 feet at all times.

• There will a limited number of visitors at any given time. Certain areas will continue to have restricted public access. Congregating will be prohibited. Be prepared to return later if necessary.

• All employees, residents and visitors who enter city hall will be required to use hand sanitizer and will be encouraged to wash their hands after their visit.

• Many offices will require a service appointment, so schedule ahead at 630-530-3000.

• Impromptu face-to-face meetings and non-essential meetings are restricted at this time.

It is imperative that any individual who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, which include fever, cough and shortness of breath, stay home for the well-being of others, the city said. Likewise, any person who has been exposed to someone with the virus must take the same safety measures, according to the news release. If you fall into this category and still believe it is necessary to visit city hall to conduct business, call 630-530-3000 to consult with city staff on alternate options.