In May 2020, the City Council passed Ordinance O2020-24 (PDF), which established a no-charge, Temporary Permit process under which Warrenville food and beverage establishments would be allowed to install and operate new or expanded outdoor seating areas. At its October 5, 2020, meeting, due to the continued COVID-19 emergency, the City Council extended this auxiliary outdoor seating program through June 1, 2021, via Ordinance O2020-35 (PDF).