Community Corner
New Lenox Coronavirus Local Information
The park district will be closed for all activities until April 6th. This is for all programs, including childcare.
March 16, 2020
Today, community leaders came together to share information on service changes and other policy implementations regarding their individual entities as it pertains to the Coronavirus/COVID-19. This community is represented by leaders that truly care about those they serve. I am grateful for their attendance and participation.
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As is the case with every aspect of this current crisis, the situation is fluid and information is changing often. Attached to this report is the website link for each agency. I recommend that you access the organization’s individual link for updated information for that entity. Additionally, any general COVID-19 related service issue questions can be directed to covid@newlenox.net or covid19@newlenox.net.
Silver Cross Hospital
Most importantly, if you feel you may be experiencing symptoms of the COVID-19 virus, contact your primary health doctor. DO NOT come to the emergency room because you may have flu-like symptoms. Your doctor will ask you specific questions to determine if a test is needed. Please see the COVID-19 Testing Decision Matrix.
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The hospital can collect samples and submit for testing only with the approval of the Department of Public Health.
This is not an airborne virus. The virus spreads through droplets from an infected person.
Maintain a 6ft distance when possible. Continually wash your hands, cough/sneeze into your elbow, don’t touch your face and STAY HOME IF YOU FEEL SICK.
Restrictions are in place for patient hospital visits. Refer to the Silver Cross Hospital website for restrictions.
Use approved bleach substances to clean all surfaces.
Village of New Lenox
Mayor Baldermann is presenting to the Board of Trustees an ordinance that would create a Small Business Bridge Loan for those Village of New Lenox businesses that are directly affected by the forced closures implemented by the Governor or by this crisis itself. This potential loan is not meant to prop up existing businesses that are struggling due to free market conditions. This is intended to help otherwise successful businesses that are being impacted by this crisis directly. The village will reach out to those eligible businesses. Any small business owner that has questions can direct them to our Economic Development Coordinator Nancy Dye at ndye@newlenox.net
The village encourages you to use online services when appropriate. Please utilize our dropbox for water bill payments.
Non-essential services will be conducted remotely when possible. Water meter installations will be temporarily suspended.
New Lenox Police
The safety and protection of our residents will never be compromised. That being said, keeping our first responders healthy is especially critical at this time. Any non-essential calls for service that can be handled by telephone, will take place. If you need to see a police officer in person, please advise the dispatcher if you or anyone in your household is experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19. All non-essential programs will be cancelled until further notice. This also applies to any of our Safe Community Programs. Additionally, Senator Mike Hastings is working with our first responders to make sure they have enough protective gear. https://www.newlenox.net
New Lenox Fire Protection District
The safety and protection of our residents will never be compromised. That being said, keeping our first responders healthy is especially critical at this time. If you need an ambulance or fire service, please advise the dispatcher if you or anyone in your household is experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19. All non-essential programs will be cancelled until further notice. Additionally, Senator Mike Hastings is working with our first responders to make sure they have enough protective gear. https://www.nlfire.com/
Lincoln-Way High School District 210
The districts central offices will be open from 7:00am until 1:00pm until further notice. The District is following the Governor’s ban on gatherings (sports/clubs/activities held at High Schools) for this time. Please see the district website for the most current information. http://www.lw210.org/
New Lenox School District 122
To contact the District, please use the following main office line at (815)-485-2169 during the hours of 8:00am until 3:00pm Monday thru Friday. As of this date, all school activities and other activities held at school buildings are cancelled until April 6th. Please see the district website for the most current information. http//:www2.nlsd122.org
New Lenox Township
All meetings being held at the Township Senior Building are cancelled until further notice. The township food pantry may be in need of volunteers as well as additional food items. Please contact them directly if you feel you can be of assistance. This could include high school students that are off during this extended break. https://www.newlenox.org
New Lenox Public Library
The lobby will be open as a polling place tomorrow. Beyond that, the building will be closed to the public until at least April 6th.
Due dates for ALL items will be extended until April 13th, and no fines/fees will be assessed during that time. People are encouraged to keep their items until April 13th. Donations will not be accepted. For information regarding online library services , signing up for a digital library card and other library updates can be found at https://www.newlenoxlibrary.org
New Lenox Community Park District
The park district will be closed for all activities until April 6th. This is for all programs, including childcare. The Park District will continue to follow School District 122 and 210 protocols in emergency closing. https://www.newlenoxparks.org/
Providence Catholic High School
The High School will be closed through March 30th. This includes all activities. https://www.providencecatholic.org
St. Jude School
The school will be closed through March 30th. This includes Religious Education classes and the Fish Fry. Information regarding church services can be found on the website as well. http://stjudes.org/school/
New Lenox Chamber of Commerce
Many local daycare providers are following the Governor’s shut down of March 30th. The Chamber is looking to add restaurant information for those that will be open for takeout and/or curbside service. Please contact the Chamber to have your business listed. http://www.newlenoxchamber.com/
Ivy League Kids - Mokena
This daycare provider has said they have room for additional children. Please contact them for information. https://ivyleaguekids.org/
The Will County Health Department has provided a hotline for questions: (815) 740-8977
This press release was produced by the Village of New Lenox. The views expressed here are the author's own.
