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JOHN MILTON GREGORY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

JOHN MILTON GREGORY (AKA: GREGORY ELEMENTARY) 3715 W Polk (800S), CHICAGO 60624 School
September 21, 2026 Canvass Re-Inspection License #23441
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor

Inspection Summary

This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 21, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(A, D) OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETER ON WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED WASH BASIN FAUCET NECK IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED WASH BASIN FAUCET NECK IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections