Skokie, IL

Skokie Youth Commission

The Skokie Youth Commission is holding its first official meeting. The agenda includes an overview of village government, a review of the village strategic plan, and planning for participation in the Downtown Skokie Trick or Treat event. The commission will also select a village department presentation for its October 14 meeting and call for officer positions.

• Overview of Village Government by Village Manager John Lockerby and Trustee Keith Robinson
• Review of Village Strategic Plan and upcoming presentation at October 14 meeting
• Youth Commission volunteer participation in Downtown Skokie Trick or Treat event
• Selection of village department presentation for October 14 meeting
• Call for interest in officer positions: Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Co-Secretary

Human Relations Commission

Commission on Family Services

The Skokie Commission on Family Services Youth and Families Subcommittee will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes from June 3, 2026, and discuss future planning. The agenda includes reviewing previously discussed ideas for subcommittee activities and setting goals for the next year. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget items are listed for decision.

• Approval of meeting minutes from June 3, 2026
• Review of previously discussed ideas regarding subcommittee activities
• Discussion of goals for the next year

Commission on Family Services

Plan Commission

The Skokie Plan Commission will not meet on September 3, 2026, due to a lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for September 20, 2026.

• September 3, 2026 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: September 20, 2026

Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

The Skokie Technology Advancement and Transformation (STAT) Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss non-programming items including a technology glossary, research on delivery robot regulations, and a survey, and review programming updates for various tech-related events. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approve minutes from July 28, 2026
• Research regulations on delivery robots (deadline end of July)
• Review STAT survey for edits
• Update on traffic light video, remote lawnmowers, street jurisdictions, road materials, police and fire tech
• Schedule Farmers' Market Table for September, survey distribution

Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission

The Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission will review applications for Residential Sustainability Awards, discuss a mid-year progress report on the Environmental Sustainability Plan, and prioritize strategic goals. They will also consider the Skokie Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Network Survey and hear a public comment about a native garden project at McCracken.

• Residential Sustainability Awards application review
• Mid-year Environmental Sustainability Plan progress report
• Environmental Sustainability Plan Review and strategic goal prioritization
• Skokie Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Network Survey
• Public comment: Eagle Scout native garden at McCracken

Plan Commission

The Skokie Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three requests from Orchard Village, a not-for-profit, to expand its campus at 7660 Gross Point Road. The requests include amending the site plan to add a parking lot with stormwater detention, rezoning 7620 Gross Point Road from M1 to M2, and consolidating two lots into one. Staff recommends approval of the site plan amendment and subdivision.

• Site plan amendment (2026-17P) to add 16 parking spaces (including 2 ADA) and stormwater detention between 7651 and 7669 Marmora Avenue
• Zoning map amendment (2026-20P) for 7620 Gross Point Road from M1 Office Assembly Industry to M2 Light Industry
• Subdivision (2026-21P) of 2 lots into 1 at 7620 and 7660 Gross Point Road and adjacent Marmora Avenue properties
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person) on the three Orchard Village requests

Consumer Affairs Commission

The Consumer Affairs Commission will meet to review new business items including the Business of the Year and sustainability. The body will also address any continued or pending items from previous meetings.

• Business of the Year
• Appreciation Certificate
• Litter Postcard
• Visiting Business
• Sustainability

Economic Development Commission

The Skokie Economic Development Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss the Economic Vitality Strategy update, receive a Main Street streetscape update, and hear a new businesses report. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person.

• Economic Vitality Strategy Update – Scope and Schedule
• Main Street Streetscape update
• New businesses report
• Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Skokie Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and consider a letter from Entry Level Police Officer candidate Joseph Guldan requesting a one-time deferral of his rank on the Eligibility List. The board will also enter a closed session under the Illinois Open Meetings Act. No unfinished or new business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2026 regular meeting
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)
• Letter from police candidate Joseph Guldan requesting one-time deferral of eligibility list rank
• Closed session under Open Meetings Act Section 2, Paragraph c. 1
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 22, 2026

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Skokie Foreign Fire Insurance Board is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on funding for fire station improvements and equipment purchases. The agenda includes old business items tabled from previous meetings, such as bunkroom and sauna projects at Stations 17 and 18, and new requests for gear lockers and filters at Station 18. The board will also accept minutes from the July 27 meeting and hear public comments.

• Station 17 – Bunkroom (tabled item)
• Station 18 – Sauna (tabled item)
• Station 18 – Repair/replacement of existing fence along property line (tabled item)
• Station 18 – Purchase of new gear lockers (new request)
• Station 18 – New prefilters for the Blue Ox and replacement filters for officer bunk room (new requests)

Board of Trustees

The Skokie Village Board of Trustees will vote on a consent agenda that includes the FY2026-27 appropriation ordinance, water rate and lead line cost share amendments, and several other ordinances. They will also consider contracts for a school resource officer agreement, traffic software, a brush chipper, and an emergency server purchase, plus appointments to boards and commissions. A closed session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation, land disposition, and real estate acquisition.

• FY2026-27 appropriation ordinance for all village funds
• Water rate and lead line replacement cost share ordinance amendments
• Urban SDK traffic management software renewal - $139,370
• 2026 Morbark brush chipper purchase - $122,427.30
• Emergency server purchase - $58,553

Appearance Commission

The Skokie Appearance Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 12, 2026, to review seven new business items, including residential new construction, additions, and non-residential façade and signage changes. The agenda also includes approval of the July 8, 2026 meeting minutes, public comment, and announcements. The meeting is open to the public, with ADA accommodations available.

• 2026-034A: New single-family home at 9240 Avers Avenue (3,734 sq ft ground floor)
• 2026-035A: 1st & 2nd floor addition at 9229 Avers Avenue
• 2026-036A: 1st floor addition at 9030 Keeler Avenue
• 2026-037A: 1st floor addition at 3600 Grove Street
• 2026-038A: New façade & signage at 8266 Lincoln Avenue (non-residential)

Fine Arts Commission

The Skokie Fine Arts Commission is meeting to hear reports on the Skokie Under New Ownership program, the Storefront, and the Award for Artistic Excellence, and to discuss unfinished business including subcommittee chair selection and the annual calendar. The agenda also includes a transition calendar and annual program calendar for the commission's activities through April 2027.

• Public comment period (3 minutes per person, max 30 minutes)
• Presentation: Skokie Under New Ownership
• Presentation: The Storefront, including Robert Potter Photo Class Feedback
• Discussion: Award for Artistic Excellence
• Unfinished business: subcommittee chair selection and meeting schedule

The Fine Arts Commission approved a transition calendar covering August 2026 through April 2027, aligning with the Village fiscal year, and established subcommittee chairs and a meeting schedule that includes breakout sessions. They also discussed plans for Arts & Humanities Month and a community mural, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Adopted transition calendar for August 2026-April 2027
• Established subcommittee chairs: Sloan (Grants), Thomas (Logistics), McReynolds (Policy)
• Approved subcommittee breakout sessions at end of each meeting starting September
• Set June and December as non-meeting months going forward

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider site plan approval and special use permits for a Take 5 Oil Change facility at 3738 and 3750 Touhy Avenue. The body will also discuss a zoning amendment regarding off-street parking for residential home modifications.

• Site plan approval for 3738 and 3750 Touhy Avenue (Case 2026-14P)
• Removal of car wash use at 3750 Touhy Avenue (Case 2026-15P)
• Special use permit for automotive repair facility at 3738 Touhy Avenue (Case 2026-16P)
• Zoning Text Amendment to exempt residential home modifications from additional off-street parking requirements (Case 2026-19P)
• Discussion of Plan Commission Rules and Procedures

The Skokie Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of three related cases for the redevelopment of 3738-3750 Touhy Avenue, including site plan approval for a new Take 5 Oil Change facility, a special use permit amendment to remove the car wash use, and a special use permit for an automotive repair facility. The Commission also recommended a zoning text amendment to exempt residential properties from additional off-street parking requirements triggered by home modifications, with a modification to remove the phrase 'or mixed use with residential.' No public comment was received.

• Recommended approval of Case 2026-14P Site Plan Approval for 3850 Touhy Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Case 2026-15P Special Use Permit for gas station at 3750 Touhy Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Case 2026-16P Special Use Permit for automotive repair facility at 3738 Touhy Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended relief from continuous curbing requirement for Case 2026-16P (6-0)
• Recommended zoning text amendment to Section 118-201(2) with 'or mixed use with residential' struck (6-0)

Beautification and Improvement Commission

The Skokie Beautification and Improvement Commission will meet to approve June minutes, discuss appreciation for Fourth of July and Garden Walk events, and plan upcoming activities including awards, demo garden care, a corporate tree campaign, and an October library talk. Optional reports may be given by the Assistant Director of Public Works and the Trustee Liaison.

• Appreciation for Fourth of July and Garden Walk events
• Discussion of awards program
• Demo Garden Care planning
• Corporate Tree Campaign
• October Library Talk

Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

The Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission is discussing the research of delivery robot regulations and updating a technology glossary. The body is also coordinating a schedule of public programming on AI, cybersecurity, and crypto scams.

• Research on delivery robot regulations led by Avi, David, Chris, and Michael Calder
• Crypto Scams in-person presentation scheduled for August 22, 2026
• Social Media Literacy presentation planned for September 2026
• General AI Program presentation planned for September 2026
• Cyber Security in-person presentation planned for October 2026

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will discuss and potentially act on several tabled items from previous meetings, including renovations at Stations 17 and 18, as well as new requests for fitness equipment at Station 18. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public comment period.

• Tabled items: Station 17 bunkroom, Station 18 sauna, kettlebells, gear lockers, fence repair
• New request: replacement air purifying filters for Station 18 weight room
• New request: Atlas Trainer Frame System for Station 18 gym
• New request: second power rack and weight bench for Station 18
• Purchase of fitness equipment and proposed layout for Station 18

Board of Trustees

The Skokie Village Board of Trustees will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases, including a $1.83 million Main Street streetscape project and a $90,000 economic vitality consultant. They will also hold first readings on ordinances for the FY2027 budget, water rate changes, alcohol sales, and TIF property removal. The meeting includes proclamations, appointments, and public comment.

• Main Street Streetscape Improvement Project – Copenhaver Construction – $1,832,300
• Economic Vitality Strategy Update – TPMA – $90,000
• Ordinance for FY2027 appropriation (first reading)
• Ordinance amending water rates and lead line replacement cost share (first reading)
• Ordinance allowing alcohol sales at Backlot Bash (first reading)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss several high-value infrastructure contracts and first-reading ordinances regarding water rates and budget appropriations. The meeting includes appointments to various village commissions and a public hearing on a subdivision plat for 9050 Keystone Avenue.

• Main Street Streetscape Improvement Project with Copenhaver Construction for $1,832,300
• Purchase of Battle Motors LET2 Refuse Packer Truck for $379,946.22
• Purchase of Trackless MT7 Sidewalk Plow for $216,923.46
• First reading of ordinance amending water rates and lead line replacement cost share
• Resolution approving a subdivision plat for 9050 Keystone Avenue

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will review personnel recommendations and requests. This includes a recommendation for a permanent appointment to Fire Lieutenant and a request for a rank deferral from a police officer candidate.

• Retirement of Fire Lieutenant Daniel Collins
• Recommended permanent appointment of Brian Handler to Fire Lieutenant
• Rank deferral request from Police Officer candidate Edward Campbell

The Skokie Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the permanent appointment of Brian Handler as Fire Lieutenant and granted a one-time deferral for police candidate Edward Campbell. The board also approved the June 15, 2026 minutes and moved into executive session. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2026 regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved permanent appointment of Brian Handler as Fire Lieutenant
• Granted one-time deferral for police candidate Edward Campbell
• Moved into executive session (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Skokie Plan Commission continued its discussion on a proposed zoning amendment to allow accessory dwelling units after commissioners raised questions about parking, green space, and pending state legislation. The body also continued three development requests from Mackin Land Company for properties at 3738 & 3750 Touhy Avenue until supplemental materials are submitted. At its June 25 meeting, the commission approved an alley vacation north of 5142 Arcadia Street to support a private garage and resolved a fence encroachment at 9139 Laramie Avenue. These decisions affect local housing options, commercial development along Touhy Avenue, and private property boundaries.

• Zoning text amendment (§118-60) to permit accessory dwelling units with a minimum size of 220 square feet, continued for further study
• Mackin Land Company site plan approval request for commercial development at 3738 & 3750 Touhy Avenue in an M3 district
• Special use permit amendment to remove a car wash at 3750 Touhy Avenue and new permit for an automotive repair facility at 3738 Touhy Avenue
• Alley vacation north of 5142 Arcadia Street and east of 9139 Laramie Avenue, approved June 25 to support a detached garage and resolve a fence encroachment
• Zoning map amendment rezoning the northern 8 feet of 5142 Arcadia Street from B2 Commercial to R2 Single-Family Residential

The Skokie Plan Commission voted 7-0 to advance Case 2025-21P, a proposed zoning text amendment for accessory dwelling units, to the Village Board with a negative recommendation. The recommendation was amended to reference 'certain aspects' of the amendment and to request that the Commission be allowed to reconsider before final board action. All other business was procedural: minutes approved and three cases continued to August 6, 2026.

• Approved minutes of June 25, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Continued Case 2026-14P to August 6, 2026 (7-0)
• Closed Case 2026-14P (7-0)
• Continued Case 2026-15P to August 6, 2026 (7-0)
• Closed Case 2026-15P (7-0)
• Continued Case 2026-16P to August 6, 2026 (7-0)
• Closed Case 2026-16P (7-0)
• Adopted negative recommendation for Case 2025-21P (7-0)

Consumer Affairs Commission

The Consumer Affairs Commission will meet to discuss a Village sustainability overview as new business. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment. No votes or financial actions are scheduled.

• New Business: Village’s Sustainability Overview (discussion only)

The commission approved the minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting. A motion to adjourn was also passed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 15, 2026 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Economic Development Commission

The Commission will review an Economic Vitality Strategy Consultant RFQ and receive development updates. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new member, Nick Greifer.

• Introduction of new member Nick Greifer
• Economic Vitality Strategy Consultant RFQ
• Development Updates

Housing Sub-Committee of the Plan Commission

The Housing Sub-Committee is reviewing updates to the Comprehensive Plan, including off-street parking requirements for residential home modifications. The meeting includes discussions on accessory dwelling units, mixed-use corridors, and a progress review of the Housing Chapter.

• Review of off-street parking requirements related to home modifications (§118-201(2))
• ADU update
• Housing Chapter check-in and discussion
• Discussion of mixed-use corridors
• Schedule walking tour of West Dempster Corridor

Performing Arts Center Board

The Board will review the May 2026 financial statements and the Executive Director's report. Discussions include updates on North Theatre equipment, capital improvement projects, and upcoming summer programming.

• Review of May 31, 2026 financial statements
• Update on North Theatre sound upgrades and capital equipment
• Discussion regarding a potential new outdoor venue in Skokie
• Report on year-end financials exceeding budget by nearly $297,388

Appearance Commission

The Skokie Appearance Commission will consider five applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for building additions: four residential first-floor additions and one non-residential first-floor addition at a McDonald's. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• 5247 Suffield Court – first-floor residential addition (applicant Jeremy Malveaux & Walter Dormann)
• 7725 Niles Center Road – first- and second-floor residential addition (applicant Emanuel Maruntel)
• 9043 Forestview Road – first-floor residential addition (applicant Raffi Arzoumanian)
• 9200 Ridgeway Avenue – first-floor residential addition (applicant Gwen Zagon)
• 5360 Touhy Avenue – first-floor non-residential addition at McDonald’s (applicant James Olguin, owner McDonald’s USA, LLC)

The Skokie Appearance Commission unanimously approved all five applications for Certificates of Appropriateness, covering residential additions at 5247 Suffield Court, 7725 Niles Center Road, 9043 Forestview Road, and 9200 Ridgeway Avenue, as well as signage revisions for the McDonald's at 5360 Touhy Avenue. Two approvals included conditions: the Niles Center Road project required setback compliance and matching window trim, and the Ridgeway Avenue project required a tapered chimney. The meeting was procedural with no public comment.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 5247 Suffield Court addition (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 7725 Niles Center Road addition, conditioned on setback compliance and matching window trim (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 9043 Forestview Road addition (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 9200 Ridgeway Avenue addition with tapered chimney (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 5360 Touhy Avenue McDonald's signage revisions (6-0)

Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission (STAT)

The Skokie Technology Advancement and Transformation (STAT) Commission will discuss approving minutes from May 26, 2026, and review non-programming items including a technology glossary, volunteer needs for the 4th of July parade, and research on delivery robot regulations. Commissioners will also update programming items such as cybersecurity debriefs, crypto scams presentations, and upcoming events on social media literacy and AI. The meeting includes new business and public comments.

• Research regulations on delivery robots, led by Avi, David, and Michael Calder, with a deadline of end of July
• Update on traffic light video, remote lawnmowers, and street jurisdictions for STAT website
• Crypto Scams program scheduled for July 2026, coordinated with Village and Library
• Cyber Security presentation debrief from May 28, 2026 in-person event
• Social Media Literacy presentation planned for August/September 2026

Plan Commission

The Commission will review a zoning amendment regarding accessory dwelling units and several site-specific requests. Items include an alley vacation, a rezoning request, and special use permits for automotive services at Touhy Avenue.

• Zoning Chapter Amendment to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in R1 and R2 districts
• Alley vacation request for 5142 Arcadia Street near 9139 Laramie Avenue
• Rezoning request from B2 Commercial to R2 Single-Family Residential at 5142 Arcadia Street
• Special use permit request for an automotive repair facility at 3738 Touhy Avenue
• Amendment to remove a car wash use at 3750 Touhy Avenue

The Skokie Plan Commission approved two related cases: an alley vacation (Case 2026-12P) to support a detached garage at 5142 Arcadia Street and resolve a fence encroachment at 9139 Laramie Avenue, and a zoning map amendment (Case 2026-13P) to rezone the northern 8 feet of 5142 Arcadia from B2 Commercial to R2 Single-Family Residential. Both motions passed unanimously (7-0). Three cases for 3738-3750 Touhy Avenue were continued to the July 16, 2026 meeting, as were discussions on an ADU zoning amendment and Plan Commission rules.

• Approved alley vacation Case 2026-12P for portion north of 5142 Arcadia Street (7-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment Case 2026-13P rezoning northern 8 feet of 5142 Arcadia from B2 to R2 (7-0)
• Continued Case 2026-14P to July 16, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Closed Case 2026-14P (7-0)
• Continued Case 2026-15P to July 16, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Closed Case 2026-15P (7-0)
• Continued Case 2026-16P to July 16, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Closed Case 2026-16P (7-0)

Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission

The Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission will consider adopting a Zero Waste Policy for Skokie, approve minutes from May, and receive updates on recent community events including Compost Challenge results and the Farmer's Market. The board will also discuss rescheduling the August meeting to August 25 and review the 2025 Annual Report with a GHG Inventory Update.

• Discussion of Village of Skokie Zero Waste Policy
• Presentation of 2025 Annual Report: GHG Inventory Update
• Change August meeting to August 25
• Event recaps: Compost Challenge results, Farmer's Market June 14, Main Event June 18
• North Shore Green Homes/Electrification Tour

Skokie Police Use of Force Review Board

The Skokie Police Use of Force Review Board will vote on approving the final 2024 draft Use of Force Report of Findings and Recommendations. The board also plans to discuss dates for Reality Based and Use of Force Tools training opportunities and set future meeting dates. Public comments must be submitted in writing in advance.

• Vote on approval of final 2024 draft Use of Force Report of Findings and Recommendations
• Approval of January 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Reality Based and Use of Force Tools training opportunities dates
• Determination of possible new meeting dates and next steps
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person, written submissions required)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hear a presentation on hate crimes as a public health crisis, consider a draft amendment to the Fair Housing Ordinance, and receive updates from subcommittees on neighborhood engagement, equity, and community engagement. Public comment is accepted.

• Presentation by Elana Kahn on 'Hate is a Public Health Crisis, But We Have Power to Heal and Prevent'
• Fair Housing Ordinance Amendment draft under subcommittee report
• 4th of July Parade planning by Neighbor Engagement Subcommittee
• Skokie Pride event on June 28, 1-4pm, under Equity and Diversity Subcommittee
• Antisemitism Training updates under Community Engagement Subcommittee

Housing Sub-Committee of the Plan Commission

The Housing Sub-Committee will consider recommending draft code language that would no longer require additional off-street parking for residential modifications that add bedrooms or floor area. They will also discuss the scope of work for a comprehensive housing study funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and continue reviewing the Elderly and Disabled Housing District (R5) and mixed-use zoning corridors.

• Staff recommends amending §118-201(2) to not require additional off-street parking for residential modifications that increase bedroom count or gross floor area
• Discussion of draft scope of work for a Village Housing Study using CDBG funding
• Continued review of R5 Elderly and Disabled Housing District, including possible elimination and allowing use in R4 with special use permit
• Discussion of mixed-use zoning along key corridors to spur housing development
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 11, 2026

The committee approved the May 11 meeting minutes and discussed several housing initiatives. Staff were directed to continue research on off-street parking requirements, elderly/disabled housing districts, and the upcoming housing study process.

• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Directed staff to consult Corporation Counsel regarding off-street parking code language
• Directed staff to submit a Request for Qualifications for the housing study for committee review
• Directed staff to research elderly and disabled housing zoning options for future discussion

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variation request to allow an air conditioning condenser unit at 8138 Keeler Avenue to remain 0.83 feet from the north lot line, instead of the required 6-foot setback. The board will also approve meeting minutes from January 21, 2026, and receive public comment. Staff reports indicate no upcoming meetings are scheduled due to incomplete submittals.

• Variation request for 8138 Keeler Avenue to maintain AC condenser 0.83 feet from north lot line (required: 6 feet)
• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2026 ZBA meeting
• Staff defers recommendation to the board on the variation request
• No upcoming meetings currently scheduled due to lack of complete submittals