Vaccinations continue for all Champaign County residents aged 5+ and Boosters for those aged 16+. Learn More.
Second booster shots available for eligible recipients. Learn more.
Champaign County Safe
We’re keeping the health and safety of our workers, residents, students, and future visitors at the forefront. Take the Champaign County Safe pledge to show that you’re doing your part in maintaining the well-being of our community.
Take the Pledge
Our local businesses that take the pledge are committing to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Through safety standards outlined by the CDC, Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, they will ensure the safety of their customers and their employees.
The Pledge
Face Coverings
Require and encourage face coverings by unvaccinated staff and customers, if medically able.
Clean Hands
Implement protocols for increased hand-washing from staff, as well as hand-sanitizing stations or hand-washing available for customers.
Sanitization
Surfaces, equipment, and other elements of the business environment are regularly cleaned and disinfected.
Social Distance
Reduced occupancy to ensure social distancing guidelines of six feet.
Public Health Guidelines
Adherence to all orders and directives issued by Centers for Disease Control, Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District.
Please read the full pledge prior to submitting the form.
Building Safety During COVID-19
The Smart Energy Design Assistance Center (SEDAC), an applied research program at the University of Illinois, released information offering suggestions for simple things you can do to make your business space safer and to reduce the risk of airborne pathogen transmission, including COVID-19. Note, these are recommendations only to reduce the risk of transmission but do not eliminate it. They are not intended to encourage or discourage business opening, but provide information on how to operate safely under current circumstances.
COVID-19 Safety Training
This COVID-19 Safety Training, developed by the University of Illinois, is designed to educate people about important COVID-19 health and safety information.
COV-Course: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Understand the Pandemic
Broaden and deepen your understanding of the pandemic in a free, multidisciplinary course taught by experts at the U of I. No matter what your area of interest is—education or history, economics or theatre—the pandemic is impacting your field and every facet of life on this planet. This is your opportunity to grasp the big picture.
Weather Information for Businesses & Events
Businesses with outdoor seating, and outdoor events, be informed on how to prepare for and respond to severe weather.
Champaign County Safe Pledge
Download the Champaign County Safe Pledge to post in your business. Insert your business name in the space provided, sign, and date to show your customers that you’re committed to safety.