SPRINGFIELD – After Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan was modified to allow bars and restaurants to open outdoor seating, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) released the following statement:

“Allowing for outdoor seating with social distancing requirements will provide much-needed relief to many of the small businesses in our area. Small business owners, employees and their families will be able to work in a healthy environment and feel at ease knowing that their livelihoods are back in their own hands.

“These changes were made in part by the advocacy of our small business community and municipalities. I am grateful to everyone who was willing to open a civil line of dialogue with our governor.”