As Illinois grapples with job loss and other economic declines caused by the pandemic, Northbrook has hardly been immune. Data from the Bureau of Labor Standards and Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) showed a surge in unemployment in the spring, with a slight rebound in people returning to work in July.
The Chamber welcomes nominations for members to serve on its Board of Directors, beginning in January 2021. The Board consists of volunteers from a variety of businesses representing the diverse nature of the local business community.
In September, the Chamber will launch its annual review of member records to verify that all information is accurate and up-to-date. This process ensures that potential customers and other contacts will see correct information about you on the Chamber’s website. An email with your business information will be sent to your main business contact in our database.
Reacting to an uptick in COVID-19 infections in Illinois, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced in August that business owners could be subject to fines of up to $2500 for failure to require face coverings by patrons.
Second 7-Eleven Proposed for Shermer & Waukegan
For the second time this summer, the Northbrook Plan Commission reviewed an application for a new 24-hour 7-Eleven store and gas station.
Northbrook’s diverse business community is home to several global companies, employing thousands of people locally. The pandemic forced these companies to swiftly transition most of their team members to working from home in March, with only designated operations deemed essential services under the state’s definition.
With offices, stores, and other businesses reopening, commercial cleaning specialists are responding to COVID-19 concerns with new disinfection techniques and products. A significant investment in time, training and equipment has enabled these companies to respond to the enormous demand for disinfection services, which has no end in sight.
With COVID-19 cases on the rise in a number of other states, Governor Pritzker has published plans for a targeted approach to address spikes in confirmed infections. The plan divides Illinois into 11 public health zones for a response based on localized data rather than sweeping statewide mandates.
New 7-Eleven Planned for Techny and Shermer
Plans for a 7-Eleven gas station and convenience store at the intersection of Techny and Shermer Roads recently received approval from the Northbrook Plan Commission.
The Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) now recommends a 14-day quarantine period for individuals coming into Cook County suburbs who have spent 24 hours or more in a state with surging COVID-19 infections.