Board of Trustees — Skokie, IL
Date: 2020-10-05

MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2020 – 8:00 P.M.


Until further notice, meetings of the Skokie Village Board will be held
electronically, with a majority of Village officials participating via remote access
in order to comply with the State of Illinois Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation.
Members of the public who wish to comment as to an item on the published
agenda or to comment during public comments must submit their statement or
question in writing to the Village Manager’s Office and all properly submitted
statements or questions will be presented and read during the relevant portion of
the meeting. Written comments may be submitted by email to
citizencomments@skokie.org by mail to Village of Skokie, Village Manager's
Office, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, Illinois, 60077; or via the Village’s drop box
located by the public entry to Village Hall.


 1. Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Pramod C. Shah.

 2. Call meeting to order and roll call.

 3. Approve Consent Agenda.

* 4. Approve, as submitted, minutes of regular meeting held Monday, September 21, 2020.

* 5. Approve Voucher List #10-FY21 of October 5, 2020.

 6. Proclamations and Resolutions.
 A. Proclamation
 Domestic Violence Awareness Month – October 2020

 7. Recognitions, Awards and Honorary Presentations.

* 8. Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations.
 A. Appointments
 Board of Health: Dr. Girija Kalyan Kumar
 Commission on Family Services: Jaime Garcia, Jr.
 Human Relations Commission: Alison Pure-Slovin
 Plan Commission: Bonnie Eckstein, Sheila Lakhani
 Public Safety Commission: Cornell Collins, Leslie Post-Weissinger, Melissa Villegas

 B. Reappointments
 Plan Commission: Jeff Burman, Cindy Franklin, Bob Quane, Ross Mathee

 C. Resignations
 Plan Commission: Scott Berman, Dakshes Laxpati

 9. Presentations and Reports.

 10. Report of the Village Manager.
 A. TIF Grant Reimbursement for 8017-8025 Skokie Boulevard – Northfield Group, Ltd.
 * B. Request to Sell Surplus Vehicles and Equipment.




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 11. Report of the Corporation Counsel.
 CONSENT:
 * A. An ordinance vacating an unimproved portion of Lawndale Avenue which abuts
 Dempster Street at its most southern portion, in a B2 Commercial district (2020-9P).
 This item is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption.
 * B. An ordinance approving a plat of subdivision with a dedication of land for the property
 located at 8822 East Prairie Road and 3650 Dempster Street, Skokie, Illinois, in a B2
 Commercial district (2020-140P). This item is on the consent agenda for second
 reading and adoption .
 FIRST READING:
 C. An ordinance establishing the compensation of the Village Manager, Deputy Village
 Clerk, Corporation Counsel and Assistant Corporation Counsels of the Village of
 Skokie. This item is on the agenda for first reading and will be on the October 19,
 2020 agenda for second reading and adoption.

 12. Unfinished Business.

 13. New Business.

 14. Plan Commission.

 15. Community Development Block Grant Hearing.
 A. Substantial Amendments for PY20-24 (or PY15-19) Consolidated Plan and PY20 (or
 PY19) Action Plan.

 16. Citizen Comments.
 (See information at top of page 1)

 17. Adjournment.




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 VILLAGE OF
 SKOKIE
 CONSOLIDATED PLAN
 FOR

 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
 GRANT


 SUBMITTED TO THE
 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT


 PROGRAM YEARS: 2020-2024




 Prepared by the Village of Skokie
 Community Development Department
 Matt Brandmeyer, AICP, Community Development Director
 Steve Marciani, AICP, Planning Supervisor
 Carrie Haberstich, AICP, Planner/CDBG Administrator
 Alea Wilbur, CDBG Intern


 Approved October 5, 2020, by the Village of Skokie Board of Trustees




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 Table of
 Contents
 Executive Summary .....................................................................................................................................................5
 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) .......................................................................................5

 The Process ..................................................................................................................................................................9
 PR-15 Citizen Participation – 91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c) ....................................................................9

 Needs Assessment ....................................................................................................................................................10

 Housing Market Analysis ..........................................................................................................................................11

 Strategic Plan .............................................................................................................................................................12
 SP-05 Overview .......................................................................................................................................................12
 SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2) ........................................................................................................................14
 SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) ..................................................................................15
 SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4) ....................................................................................................................16
 SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d).............................................................................................................18
 SP-80 Monitoring – 91.230 ......................................................................................................................................18



 Note1: Highlighted text will be converted to normal text once the public participation process is
 complete and the narrative is confirmed on October 5, 2020, or adjusted as-needed per the
 outcome of the public hearing and/or funding flexibility guidelines in the Executive Summary
 and Section AP-15 of the Action Plan.

 Note 2: Depending on future HUD guidance, the edits contained in this plan might be included
 in the PY15-19 Consolidated Plan in lieu of the PY20-24 Consolidated Plan.




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 Executive
 Summary
 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

 1. Introduction
 CDBG-CV3: On September 11, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
 announced additional CARES Act Tranche 3 funding distributions to Community Development Block Grant
 (CDBG) entitlement communities to continue their responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. This
 Consolidated Plan specifically discusses Skokie’s planned response to COVID-19, including adding CDBG-
 CV3 activities to the PY20-24 Consolidated Plan that commenced on May 1, 2020. [Note: This amendment
 may impact the PY15-19 Consolidated Plan that commenced on May 1, 2015, as HUD has not yet finalized
 guidance on the Tranche 3 funding.] This October 2020 substantial amendment is intended to be additive to
 the existing plan approved by HUD.

 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
 CDBG-CV3: Due to the uncertainty of COVID-19, this substantial amendment will focus on supporting
 Skokie’s low/moderate-income residents through September 30, 2022, or as allowed per HUD as the
 COVID-19 response progresses. The primary focus of these funds will be to support Skokie residents’
 housing costs, small business working capital, and other public services. All CDBG-CV3 funding may be
 allocated to support public services activities, as the 15% cap has been waived. All funds must be allocated
 to support COVID-19-related activities. Great care must be taken by staff and community members to avoid
 a duplication of benefits (generally defined as using funding from different programs to pay for the same
 service, activity, or project).

 3. Evaluation of past performance
 CDBG-CV3: Skokie and its service providers have been tracking COVID-19 expenses, as costs can be
 reimbursed after they have been incurred, another unique feature of the CDBG-CV3 funds.

 4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
 CDBG-CV3: The Village conducts an extensive consultation process in preparation for its 5-year
 Consolidated and 1-year Action Plans; therefore, a majority of the consultation process was completed prior
 to this substantial amendment. Additional consultation for the CDBG-CV planning process included
 communicating with current CDBG grantees, potential new grantees with CDBG experience, community
 members, and Village staff.

 Public comments were requested at the October 5, 2020, Village Board of Trustees meeting, and the Village
 Board of Trustees approved the substantial amendment.



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 The Consolidated Plan substantial amendment public hearing notice was published in the Skokie Review on
 September 24, 2020.

 A draft substantial amendment was made available for public review and comment from September 25,
 2020, to October 5, 2020, at https://www.skokie.org/1037/CDBG-CV, exceeding the minimum 5-day period
 allowed by HUD for CDBG-CV3 funds.

 5. Summary of public comments
 CDBG-CV3: No public comments were received during the official draft Consolidated and Action Plans
 substantial amendment comment period.

 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
 CDBG-CV3: In light of the urgent need for a response to COVID-19, a portion of Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funds
 may be used to support economic development activities such as small business assistance, as long as
 there is no duplication of benefits.

 7. Summary
 CDBG-CV3: The $443,475 in CDBG-CV3 funds were based on a formula basis to entitlement communities
 such as the Village of Skokie to support a COVID-19 response to principally benefit low/moderate-income
 persons and address an urgent need.




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 Vision Statement
 Skokie’s CDBG program will provide a better quality of life for low/moderate-income residents through
 “bricks and mortar” projects and service activities. Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 program will support a COVID-
 19 pandemic response with a focus on supporting low/moderate-income residents and businesses
 through public service and economic development activities.


 Goals and Objectives
 Capital Improvements
 Ensure housing is affordable, accessible, and sustainable.
  Support homeowners with making repairs or universal design improvements to their homes.
  Support organizations that provide affordable rental housing.
  Support organizations that provide housing for the elderly and frail elderly.
  Support organizations that provide housing for special needs individuals and households.
  Support projects that make residential buildings energy-efficient.
 Improve infrastructure.
  Support street and alley resurfacing projects in low/moderate-income neighborhoods.
  Support sidewalk replacement projects for owner-occupied, low/moderate-income households.
  Support safety and security projects in low/moderate-income neighborhoods.
 Improve facilities.
  Support construction and rehabilitation projects so organizations can provide improved, expanded,
 or more affordable services with other funding sources.
  Support facility improvements and operational costs to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

 Services
 Provide financial assistance for programs and services.
  Support organizations that provide counseling, supportive, and referral services.
  Support organizations that provide child and youth services.
  Support organizations that provide senior services and enable them to “age in place”.
  Support organizations that provide special needs services.
  Support organizations that provide dental and other health care services.
  Support organizations that provide financial and credit counseling services.
  Support organizations that provide career counseling and job placement services.
  Support organizations that provide immigrant resettlement services.
  Support organizations that provide interpretation services and multilingual staff.
  Support organizations that provide veterans support services.
  Support organizations that enable residents to improve their socioeconomic status.
  Support organizations that provide housing-related services by addressing issues such as
 homelessness prevention, transitional housing, supportive housing, permanent housing, move-in
 readiness, independent living, foreclosure counseling, and emergency mortgage assistance.
  Support individuals, households, and organizations with needs related to COVID-19. (Note:
 This will be Skokie’s primary focus of CDBG-CV3 funds.)

 Planning and Administration
 Conduct planning and administration activities.
  Prepare the five-year Consolidated Plan, the one-year Action Plan, and the Consolidated Annual
 Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
  Administer the CDBG program on a daily basis.
  Support increased costs associated with CDBG-CV3 program administration.


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 In the case of similar services proposed by multiple entities, preference will be given to local providers.




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 The Process
 PR-15 Citizen Participation – 91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c)
  Sort Mode of Target of Summary of Summary of Summary of URL (If applicable)
  Order Outreach Outreach response/ comments received comments not
 attendance accepted and reasons
  …
  …
  …
  …
  5 Village Non-targeted/ N/A Informational website N/A https://www.skokie.org/
 website broad 1037/CDBG-CV
 community
  …
  7 Newspaper Non-targeted/ N/A Public hearing notices N/A N/A
 ads broad
 community

 Table 1 – Citizen Participation Outreach




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 Needs
 Assessment
 CDBG-CV3: No substantial change in this section from the original plan. Public services, public facilities, and
 program administration activities will be necessary to implement Skokie’s response to COVID-19.




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 Housing Market
 Analysis
 CDBG-CV3: No substantial change in this section from the original document. When considering rent, mortgage,
 and/or utility assistance amounts, refer to Skokie’s PY20-24 Consolidated Plan and other updated resources.




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 Strategic Plan
 SP-05 Overview
 Strategic Plan Overview
 CDBG-CV3: This Strategic Plan also identifies the priority needs and goals of the CDBG-CV3 program as discussed
 through prior consultation with the general public, plus recent input from service providers and Village staff. Public
 services will be the priority, with public facilities and program administration activities as deemed necessary through
 plan implementation.




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 Vision Statement
 Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 program will support a COVID-19 pandemic response with a focus on supporting
 low/moderate-income residents and businesses through public service and economic development
 activities.


 Goals and Objectives
 Capital Improvements
 Improve facilities.
  Support facility improvements and operational costs to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

 Services
 Provide financial assistance for programs and services.
  Support individuals, households, and organizations with needs related to COVID-19. (Note: This
 will be Skokie’s primary focus of CDBG-CV3 funds.)

 Planning and Administration
 Conduct planning and administration activities.
  Support increased costs associated with CDBG-CV3 program administration.




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 SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2)
 Priority Needs

 3 Priority Need Name Improve facilities
 Priority Level
 Population
 Geographic Areas Affected
 Associated Goals
 Description CDBG-CV3: There may be a need for capital improvements to
 mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
 Basis for Relative Priority CDBG-CV3: Public facilities projects may be supported by CDBG-
 CV3 funds when the need for construction and rehabilitation projects
 support Skokie’s COVID-19 response.
 4 Priority Need Name Provide financial assistance for programs and services
 Priority Level
 Population
 Geographic Areas Affected
 Associated Goals
 Description CDBG-CV3: Public services priorities include food and shelter, small
 business support, and other health and human services needs to
 mitigate the impacts of COVID-19.
 Basis for Relative Priority CDBG-CV3: The main focus of CDBG-CV3 funds will be on public
 services activities to facilitate an expedited response to mitigate the
 negative impacts of COVID-19.
 5 Priority Need Name Conduct planning and administration activities
 Priority Level
 Population
 Geographic Areas Affected
 Associated Goals
 Description CDBG-CV3: There will be a need for increased program
 administration to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
 Basis for Relative Priority CDBG-CV3: Planning and program administration activities may be
 supported by CDBG-CV3 funds when there is an increased need to
 administer Skokie’s COVID-19 response.
 Table 2 – Priority Needs Summary

 Narrative (Optional)
 CDBG-CV3: Public services priorities with CDBG-CV3 funds include food and shelter, business support, and other
 health and human services needs as they arise through the plan implementation process.




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 SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2)
 Introduction
 CDBG-CV3: The only focus of the CDBG-CV3 funds is to help Skokie individuals, households, businesses, and organizations with their respective COVID-19
 responses. Skokie’s primary focus will be to assist others with public services funding; however, funds may be transferred to public facilities and/or program
 administration activities if the need arises over the next few years.

 Anticipated Resources
 Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
 of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
 Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: Available
 $ $ $ $ Reminder
 of ConPlan
 $
 CDBG- Public, Facilities 443,475 0 0 443,475 0 CDBG-CV3: Total funding
 CV3 Federal Services amount will include
 Planning and Administration $443,475 in CDBG-CV3
 funding, and may include
 other unallocated PY19
 and/or PY20 funds should
 they become available.

 Table 3 - Anticipated Resources




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 SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4)
 Goals Summary Information

 Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
 Order Year Year Area Addressed
 …
 …
 3 Capital Improvements: 2020 2024 Non- Skokie Improve To be Goal 3: Public Facilities: The Village of
 Homeless facilities determined Skokie will support making facilities safer,
 (Narrative: Special needs Special more energy-efficient, and well-
 facilities; Facility upgrades for Needs (Outcome: maintained. CDBG-CV3: … including
 service providers; Mitigate the (public sustainability; improvements and operational costs
 spread of COVID-19) facilities) Objective: to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
 suitable living
 CDBG-CV3: Number of facilities
 environment)
 improved: 1 (added to “other” below)




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 4 Services: 2020 2024 Non- Skokie Non-homeless $430,000 Goal 4: Public Services: The Village of
 Provide financial assistance for Homeless special needs Skokie will support organizations in
 programs and services Special providing needed services to residents.
 Needs (Outcome: CDBG-CV3: … including those with
 (Narrative: Counseling services; (public available/ needs related to COVID-19.
 Youth services; Senior Services; services) accessible;
 Special needs services; Dental Objective: Number who receive COVID-19-related
 and other health care services; suitable living services: 120 (added to “other” below)
 Financial and credit counseling environment)
 services; career counseling and
 job placement services;
 Immigrant settlement services;
 Interpretation services and
 multilingual staff; Veterans
 support services; Socioeconomic
 improvement services; Housing-
 related services; COVID-19
 needs)
 5 Planning and Administration: 2020 2024 Planning and Skokie Conduct $13,475 Goal 5: Planning and Administration: The
 Conduct planning and Administration planning and Village of Skokie will prepare plans and
 administration activities administration reports, and administer the program on a
 activities daily basis. CDBG-CV3: … including
 (Narrative: Planning, activities associated with CDBG-CV3
 Administration, and Assessment (Outcome: program administration.
 of Fair Housing (AFH); CDBG- available/
 CV3 Program Administration) accessible;
 Objective:
 suitable living
 environment)
 Table 4 – Goals Summary




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 SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d)
 Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
 CDBG-CV3: Village staff and participating organizations will support Skokie households with CDBG-CV3 funds to
 support homelessness prevention.


 SP-80 Monitoring – 91.230
 Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities carried out in
 furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs
 involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements

 CDBG-CV3: Village staff and participating organizations will monitor CDBG-CV3 activities to ensure the funds are
 spent appropriately and entirely on Skokie’s COVID-19 response.




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 VILLAGE OF
 SKOKIE
 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
 FOR

 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
 GRANT


 SUBMITTED TO THE
 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT


 PROGRAM YEAR: 2020




 Prepared by the Village of Skokie
 Department of Community Development
 Matt Brandmeyer, AICP, Director
 Steve Marciani, AICP, Planning Supervisor
 Carrie Haberstich, AICP, Planner/CDBG Administrator


 Approved October 5, 2020, by the Village of Skokie Board of Trustees




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 Table of
 Contents
Executive Summary .....................................................................................................................................................5
 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) .......................................................................................5
 AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) ...................................................................................................8
 AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c) ..................................................................................................................12

Annual Action Plan ....................................................................................................................................................13
 AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ..........................................................................................................13
 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives .......................................................................................................................15
 AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) .....................................................................................................................................18
 AP-38 Project Summary ..........................................................................................................................................19
 AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) ..............................................................................................................20
 AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ....................................................................................................................20
 AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) ..........................................................................................................................21
 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) ...........................................................................21
 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j).....................................................................................................21
 AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) .............................................................................................................................21
 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4).......................................................................................21



 Note1: Highlighted text will be converted to normal text once the public participation process is
 complete and the narrative is confirmed on October 5, 2020, or adjusted as-needed per the
 outcome of the public hearing and/or funding flexibility guidelines in the Executive Summary
 and Section AP-15 of the Action Plan.

 Note 2: Depending on future HUD guidance, the edits contained in this plan might be included
 in the PY19 Action Plan in lieu of the PY20 Action Plan.




Consolidated Plan SKOKIE 3
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Consolidated Plan SKOKIE 4
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 Executive
 Summary
ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

1. Introduction
 CDBG-CV3: On September 11, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
 announced additional CARES Act Tranche 3 funding distributions to Community Development Block Grant
 (CDBG) entitlement communities to continue their responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. This
 Consolidated Plan specifically discusses Skokie’s planned response to COVID-19, including adding CDBG-
 CV3 activities to the PY20-24 Consolidated Plan that commenced on May 1, 2020. [Note: This amendment
 may impact the PY15-19 Consolidated Plan that commenced on May 1, 2015, as HUD has not yet finalized
 guidance on the Tranche 3 funding.] This October 2020 substantial amendment is intended to be additive to
 the existing plan approved by HUD.

2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
 CDBG-CV3: Due to the uncertainty of COVID-19, this substantial amendment will focus on supporting
 Skokie’s low/moderate-income residents through September 30, 2022, or as allowed per HUD as the
 COVID-19 response progresses. The primary focus of these funds will be to support Skokie residents’
 housing costs, small business working capital, and other public services. All CDBG-CV3 funding may be
 allocated to support public services activities, as the 15% cap has been waived. All funds must be allocated
 to support COVID-19-related activities. Great care must be taken by staff and community members to avoid
 a duplication of benefits (generally defined as using funding from different programs to pay for the same
 service, activity, or project).

3. Evaluation of past performance
 CDBG-CV3: Skokie and its service providers have been tracking COVID-19 expenses, as costs can be
 reimbursed after they have been incurred, another unique feature of the CDBG-CV3 funds.

4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
 CDBG-CV3: The Village conducts an extensive consultation process in preparation for its 5-year
 Consolidated and 1-year Action Plans; therefore, a majority of the consultation process was completed prior
 to this substantial amendment. Additional consultation for the CDBG-CV planning process included
 communicating with current CDBG grantees, potential new grantees with CDBG experience, community
 members, and Village staff.

 Public comments were requested at the October 5, 2020, Village Board of Trustees meeting, and the Village
 Board of Trustees approved the substantial amendment.

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 The Consolidated Plan substantial amendment public hearing notice was published in the Skokie Review on
 September 24, 2020.

 A draft substantial amendment was made available for public review and comment from September 25,
 2020, to October 5, 2020, at https://www.skokie.org/1037/CDBG-CV, exceeding the minimum 5-day period
 allowed by HUD for CDBG-CV3 funds.

5. Summary of public comments
 CDBG-CV3: No public comments were received during the official draft Consolidated and Action Plans
 substantial amendment comment period.

6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
 CDBG-CV3: In light of the urgent need for a response to COVID-19, a portion of Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funds
 may be used to support economic development activities such as small business assistance, as long as
 there is no duplication of benefits.

7. Summary
 CDBG-CV3: The $443,475 in CDBG-CV3 funds were based on a formula basis to entitlement communities
 such as the Village of Skokie to support a COVID-19 response to principally benefit low/moderate-income
 persons and address an urgent need.




 Note: The initial funding distribution amounts are noted below. As Skokie’s COVID-19 response is implemented,
 flexibility regarding activity priorities may be necessary and change (+/- 100%) without the need for a substantial
 amendment, including funding public facilities and program administration activities associated with the following
 public service and economic development activities:

 Public Services. Support individuals, households, and organizations with needs related to COVID-19.
 $120,000 shelter (rent, mortgage, and/or utilities for 3 months)
 $120,000 small business support
 $190,000 other public services (mental health, abuse services, etc.)
 Public Facilities. Support facility improvements and operational costs to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
 Program Administration. Support increased costs associated with CDBG-CV program administration.
 $13,475 program administration
 $443,475 total CDBG-CV3 funds

 Any unallocated PY19 or PY20 CDBG funds may be applied to COVID-19 activities and not be subject to the
 15% public services cap and the need for a follow-up substantial amendment.




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 Vision Statement
 Skokie’s CDBG program will provide a better quality of life for low/moderate-income residents through
 “bricks and mortar” projects and service activities. Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 program will support a COVID-
 19 pandemic response with a focus on supporting low/moderate-income residents and businesses
 through public service and economic development activities.


 Goals and Objectives
 Capital Improvements
 Ensure housing is affordable, accessible, and sustainable.
  Support homeowners with making repairs or universal design improvements to their homes.
  Support organizations that provide affordable rental housing.
  Support organizations that provide housing for the elderly and frail elderly.
  Support organizations that provide housing for special needs individuals and households.
  Support projects that make residential buildings energy-efficient.
 Improve infrastructure.
  Support street and alley resurfacing projects in low/moderate-income neighborhoods.
  Support sidewalk replacement projects for owner-occupied, low/moderate-income households.
  Support safety and security projects in low/moderate-income neighborhoods.
 Improve facilities.
  Support construction and rehabilitation projects so organizations can provide improved, expanded,
 or more affordable services with other funding sources.
  Support facility improvements and operational costs to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

 Services
 Provide financial assistance for programs and services.
  Support organizations that provide counseling, supportive, and referral services.
  Support organizations that provide child and youth services.
  Support organizations that provide senior services and enable them to “age in place”.
  Support organizations that provide special needs services.
  Support organizations that provide dental and other health care services.
  Support organizations that provide financial and credit counseling services.
  Support organizations that provide career counseling and job placement services.
  Support organizations that provide immigrant resettlement services.
  Support organizations that provide interpretation services and multilingual staff.
  Support organizations that provide veterans support services.
  Support organizations that enable residents to improve their socioeconomic status.
  Support organizations that provide housing-related services by addressing issues such as
 homelessness prevention, transitional housing, supportive housing, permanent housing, move-in
 readiness, independent living, foreclosure counseling, and emergency mortgage assistance.
  Support individuals, households, and organizations with needs related to COVID-19. (Note:
 This will be Skokie’s primary focus of CDBG-CV3 funds.)

 Planning and Administration
 Conduct planning and administration activities.
  Prepare the five-year Consolidated Plan, the one-year Action Plan, and the Consolidated Annual
 Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
  Administer the CDBG program on a daily basis.
  Support increased costs associated with CDBG-CV3 program administration.

 In the case of similar services proposed by multiple entities, preference will be given to local providers.
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AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)

2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and describe
the jurisdiction’s consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities




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Table 1 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
 5 Agency/Group/Organization Asian Human Services
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 7 Agency/Group/Organization CENTER FOR ENRICHED LIVING
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 11 Agency/Group/Organization COUNCIL FOR JEWISH ELDERLY
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV: The agency presented a summary of its COVID-19 response during a June 11
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or webinar.
 areas for improved coordination?

 14 Agency/Group/Organization The Harbour
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 15 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Opportunity Development Corporation

 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?



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 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 16 Agency/Group/Organization Jewish Child and Family Services
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 25 Agency/Group/Organization Orchard Village
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 26 Agency/Group/Organization SEARCH, INC.
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 28 Agency/Group/Organization THRESHOLDS
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 29 Agency/Group/Organization TURNING POINT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE CENTER


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 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 33 Agency/Group/Organization Youth & Opportunity United
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 50 Agency/Group/Organization PEER Services
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?
 52 Agency/Group/Organization Meals at Home
 Agency/Group/Organization Type
 What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
 How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and CDBG-CV3: The agency provided a summary of its COVID-19 response to assist with
 what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or funding recommendations for the CDBG-CV3 substantial amendment.
 areas for improved coordination?


Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
CDBG-CV3: Village staff focused its consultation efforts with organizations familiar with the standard CDBG expectations, and many responded with their COVID-
19-related needs.




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AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation

Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting
CDBG-CV3: Extensive public participation processes were conducted in mid- to late-2019 to prepare respective
Consolidated Plans; therefore, public outreach activities included the internet, a newspaper ad, and a public hearing.
A CDBG-CV3 article will be published in the November/December edition of the bi-monthly NewSkokie newsletter.

Citizen Participation Outreach
  Sort Mode of Target of Summary Summary of Summary URL (If applicable)
 Order Outreach Outreach of Comments of
 response/ received comments
 attendance not
 accepted
 and
 reasons
 2 Internet Non- N/A Informational N/A http://www.skokie.org/
 Outreach targeted/ website 1037/CDBG-CV
 broad
 community
 3 Other: Non- N/A November/ N/A N/A
 Village targeted/ December 2020
 Newsletter broad NewSkokie
 community newsletter
 4 Newspaper Non- N/A Public hearing N/A N/A
 Ad targeted/ notice in the
 broad September 24,
 community 2020, publication
 of the Skokie
 Review
 5 Public Non- October A Village staff N/A N/A
 Hearing targeted/ 2020 presentation at the
 broad October 5, 2020,
 community public hearing;
 otherwise, no
 comments from the
 general public
Table 2 – Citizen Participation Outreach




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 Annual Action
 Plan
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
CDBG-CV3: The only focus of the CDBG-CV3 funds is to help Skokie individuals, households, and organizations
with their respective COVID-19 responses. Skokie’s primary focus will be to assist others with public services
funding; however, funds may be transferred to public facilities and/or program administration activities if the need
arises over the next few years.


 Note: The initial funding distribution amounts are noted below. As Skokie’s COVID-19 response is implemented,
 flexibility regarding activity priorities may be necessary and change (+/- 100%) without the need for a substantial
 amendment, including funding public facilities and program administration activities associated with the following
 public service and economic development activities:

 Public Services. Support individuals, households, and organizations with needs related to COVID-19.
 $120,000 shelter (rent, mortgage, and/or utilities for 3 months)
 $120,000 small business support
 $190,000 other public services (mental health, abuse services, etc.)
 Public Facilities. Support facility improvements and operational costs to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
 Program Administration. Support increased costs associated with CDBG-CV program administration.
 $13,475 program administration
 $443,475 total CDBG-CV3 funds

 Any unallocated PY19 or PY20 CDBG funds may be applied to COVID-19 activities and not be subject to the
 15% public services cap and the need for a follow-up substantial amendment.




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Anticipated Resources
 Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 3 Expected Narrative Description
 of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
 Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available
 $ $ $ Reminder
 of ConPlan
 $
 CDBG-CV3: Total funding
 amount will include
 Public Services $443,475 in CDBG-CV3
 Public, Public Facilities funding, and may include
 CDBG-CV3 443,475 0 0 443,475 0
 Federal Planning and other unallocated PY19
 Administration and/or PY20 funds should
 they become available.

Table 5 – Expected Resources – Priority Table

Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state, and local funds), including a description of how matching
requirements will be satisfied

CDBG-CV3: The CDBG-CV3 funding will enable the Village to serve low/moderate-income residents and businesses with COVID-19-related needs. The federal
funds will support housing needs, small business needs, and other health and human services needs. Funding provided through the CDBG-CV3 program will also
allow individuals, households, and organizations to be reimbursed for expenses already incurred.




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AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information

 Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Priority Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
 Order Year Year Area Needs
 Addressed
 …
 …
 3 Capital Improvements: 2020 2024 Non-Homeless Skokie Improve To be Goal 3: Public Facilities: The Village of Skokie
 Special Needs facilities determined will support making facilities safer, more
 (Narrative: Special needs energy-efficient, and well-maintained. CDBG-
 facilities; Facility upgrades CV3 … including improvements and
 for service providers; operational costs to mitigate the spread of
 Mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
 COVID-19)
 Number of facilities improved and
 operational costs supported: 1 (“other”)




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 Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Priority Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
 Order Year Year Area Needs
 Addressed
 4 Services: 2020 2024 Non-Homeless Skokie Non- $430,000 Goal 4: Public Services: The Village of Skokie
 Provide financial assistance Special Needs homeless will support organizations in providing needed
 for programs and services special needs services to residents. CDBG-CV3 …
 including individuals, households,
 (Narrative: Counseling businesses, and organizations with needs
 services; Youth services; related to COVID-19.
 Senior Services; Special
 needs services; Dental and Number who receive COVID-19-related
 other health care services; services: 120
 Financial and credit
 counseling services; career 24 households
 counseling and job 24 businesses
 placement services; 72 individuals
 Immigrant settlement
 services; Interpretation
 services and multilingual
 staff; Veterans support
 services; Socioeconomic
 improvement services;
 Housing-related services;
 COVID-19 needs)




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 5 Planning and Administration: 2020 2024 Planning and Skokie Conduct $13,475 Goal 5: Planning and Administration: The
 Conduct planning and Administration planning and Village of Skokie will prepare plans and
 administration activities administration reports, and administer the program on daily
 activities basis. CDBG-CV3 … including activities
 (Narrative: Planning, associated with CDBG-CV3 program
 Administration, and administration.
 Assessment of Fair Housing
 (AFH); CDBG-CV3 Number of activities supported: 1 (“other”)
 Program Administration)
 Note: If there is a compelling need for the
 utilization of CDBG funding for Economic
 Development activities, an amendment will be
 made to the Consolidated Plan during the next
 Action Plan preparation cycle; otherwise,
 Economic Development activities will be
 provided by other funding sources. In
 addition, surplus funds from Goal 5 may be
 applied to Goal 1, if needed before the end of
 the program year.

Table 6 – Goals Summary




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AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d)
Introduction
CDBG-CV3: The Village has identified the following activities to be implemented as part of Skokie’s COVID-19
response to achieve the goals of the Consolidated Plan. Please note that the CDBG-CV3 funds may include a
carryover of funds into Program Years 2021 and 2022.


Projects
 # Project Name
  25 CV3 – Public Services
  26 CV3 – Public Facilities
  27 CV3 – Program Administration and Planning
Table 7 – Project Information


Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
CDBG-CV3: All CDBG-CV3-funded activities will support Skokie’s COVID-19 response. Funds will primarily benefit
low/moderate income individuals, households, businesses, and organizations with housing, economic development,
and other public services-related needs. Up to 30% of the CDBG-CV3 funds may support economic development
urgent need activities, including supporting local businesses with their respective COVID-19-related needs.
Anticipated priorities include:

  Rent, Mortgage, and/or Utility Assistance: $120,000. Support housing costs for residents impacted by
 job and/or income loss due to COVID-19. Pay rent, mortgage, and/or utility costs for up to three months, or
 per alternate HUD guidance, for eligible Skokie households. Including: 24 CFR § 570.207(b)(4)

  Small Business Assistance: $120,000. Prioritize small businesses that did not receive assistance from
 other COVID-19 funding sources. Avoid job loss caused by business closures related to social distancing
 by providing short-term working capital assistance to small businesses to address urgent needs and support
 the retention and/or creation of jobs held by low- and moderate-income persons. Including: 24 CFR §
 570.203(b) and 24 CFR 570.483(d)

  Other Public Services: $190,000. Support public services needs as they arise due to COVID-19, which
 could include additional rent, mortgage, and/or utility assistance, depending on need. Including: 24 CFR §
 570.201(e)

  Program Administration: $13,475. Support program administration costs that may include the purchase of
 software licensing to support digital program processes.




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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information

  25 Project Name Public Services – CV3 20-5.0
 Target Area Skokie
 Goals Supported Services: Provide financial assistance ...
 Needs Addressed Provide $ assistance for programs & services
 Funding CDBG-CV3: $430,000
 Description CDBG-CV3: Support individuals, households, and organizations with
 needs related to COVID-19. (Activities are not subject to 15% public
 service cap.)
 Target Date 9/30/2022
 Estimate the number and type of To be determined
 families that will benefit from the
 proposed activities
 Location Description Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077, plus other
 organizations to be determined.
 Planned Activities Rent, Mortgage, and./or Utility Assistance (05Q)
 Small Business Assistance (18A)
 Other Public Services (to be determined)
  26 Project Name Public Facilities – CV3 20-4.0
 Target Area Skokie
 Goals Supported Capital Improvements: Improve facilities ...
 Needs Addressed Improve facilities
 Funding CDBG-CV3: To be determined
 Description CDBG-CV3: Support facility improvements and operational costs to
 mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
 Target Date 9/30/2022
 Estimate the number and type of To be determined
 families that will benefit from the
 proposed activities
 Location Description Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077, plus other
 organizations to be determined.
 Planned Activities To be determined
  27 Project Name Program Administration and Planning – CV3 20-1.0
 Target Area Skokie
 Goals Supported Planning and Administration: Conduct planning …
 Needs Addressed Conduct planning and administration activities
 Funding CDBG-CV3: $13,475
 Description CDBG-CV3: Support increased costs associated with CDBG-CV3
 program administration.
 Target Date 9/30/2022
 Estimate the number and type of N/A
 families that will benefit from the
 proposed activities
 Location Description CDBG-CV3: Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077
 Planned Activities Software licensing
 Other




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AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority
concentration) where assistance will be directed

CDBG-CV3: At this time, the CDBG-CV3 funds are expected to be spent Village-wide; however, if there is a need in
a low/moderate-income area, funds may be invested there.


Geographic Distribution

 Target Area Percentage of Funds
  Low/Moderate-Income Area (to be determined)
  Jurisdiction 100%
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution




AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g)
Introduction

CDBG-CV3: The primary focus of Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funds are to prevent homelessness by supporting rent,
mortgage, and/or utility subsistence payments for a maximum of three months (or as otherwise waived by HUD for
COVID-19 support).

 One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
  Homeless 0
  Non-Homeless 24
  Special-Needs 0
  Total 24
Table 9 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement


 One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
  Rental Assistance 24
  The Production of New Units 0
  Rehab of Existing Units 0
  Acquisition of Existing Units 0
  Total 24
Table 10 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type




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AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h)
Discussion
CDBG-CV3: Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funds may assist with COIVD-19-related public housing activities; however, it is
assumed that other resources are available.




AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i)
Discussion
CDBG-CV3: Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funds may assist with COVID-19-related homeless and other special needs
activities; however, it is assumed other resources are available.




AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j)
Discussion
CDBG-CV3: Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funds may assist with COVID-19-related barriers to affordable housing activities;
however, it is assumed that other resources are available.




AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k)
Discussion
CDBG-CV3: Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funds will assist with COVID-19-related activities where needed.




AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Other CDBG Requirements

 1. The amount of urgent need activities 30.00
 2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit 70.00
 persons of low and moderate income

Discussion
CDBG-CV3: Skokie’s CDBG-CV3 funding may support small business activities in which it may be difficult to
determine income-eligibility for the business owner and/or employees; therefore, the Village will likely use up to 30%
of its CDBG-CV3 funding to support economic development activities without determining income-eligibility.




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MINUTES of a regular meeting of the Mayor and the Board of Trustees of the Village of
Skokie, Cook County, Illinois held in the Council Chambers at 5127 Oakton Street at 8
p.m. on Monday October 5, 2020




Until further notice, meetings of the Skokie Village Board will be held
electronically, with a majority of Village officials participating via remote access
in order to comply with the State of Illinois Gubernatorial Disaster Proclamation.
Members of the public who wish to comment as to an item on the published agenda or to
comment during public comments must submit their statement or question in writing to
the Village Manager’s Office and all properly submitted statements or questions will be
presented and read during the relevant portion of the meeting. Written comments may be
submitted by email to citizencomments@skokie.org by mail to Village of Skokie, Village
Manager's Office, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, Illinois, 60077; or via the Village’s drop box
located by the public entry to Village Hall.

Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Pramod C. Shah.
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
The Clerk called the Roll. Those present were Trustees Roberts, Sutker, Ulrich, Bromberg. Klein,
Gray-Keeler and Mayor Van Dusen. The Trustees were joining by remote electronic access.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
Moved: Trustee Klein Seconded: Trustee Gray-Keeler
Ayes: Roberts, Sutker, Ulrich, Bromberg, Klein, Gray-Keeler and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED

* Approve, as submitted, minutes of regular meeting held Monday, September 21, 2020.
Omnibus vote.

* Approve Voucher List #10-FY21 of October 05, 2020.
Omnibus vote.

Proclamations and Resolutions.
A. Proclamation
Domestic Violence Awareness Month – October 2020
Mayor Van Dusen read a Proclamation proclaiming the month of October 2020 as
Domestic Violence Awareness Month and call upon the people of Skokie to raise
awareness about the societal problem of domestic violence throughout community and its
devastating effects on families and communities. Michelle Knipmeyer, social worker from
the North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic in Highland Park commented on the Proclamation.


*Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations.
A. Appointments
 Board of Health: Dr. Girija Kalyan Kumar
 Commission on Family Services: Jaime Garcia, Jr.
 Human Relations Commission: Alison Pure-Slovin
 Plan Commission: Bonnie Eckstein, Sheila Lakhani
 Public Safety Commission: Cornell Collins, Leslie Post-Weissinger, Melissa Villegas
Mayor Van Dusen introduced the new appointees and thanked them for serving.

B. Reappointments
 Plan Commission: Jeff Burman, Cindy Franklin, Bob Quane, Ross Mathee

C. Resignations
 Plan Commission: Scott Berman, Dakshes Laxpati
Omnibus vote.
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Report of the Village Manager.
A. TIF Grant Reimbursement for 8017-8025 Skokie Boulevard – Northfield Group, Ltd.
Motion to request Mayor and Board to approve a one-time TIF grant within the Downtown
Science & Technology TIF District grant in an amount not to exceed $55,000 to support the
mixed-use residential and commercial project at 8017-8025 Skokie Boulevard.
Matt Brandmeyer, Community Development Director answered questions from the Board.
Moved: Trustee Ulrich Seconded: Trustee Sutker
Ayes: Roberts, Sutker, Ulrich, Bromberg, Klein, Gray-Keeler and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED

*B. Request to Sell Surplus Vehicles and Equipment.
Motion to request Mayor and Board approval to sell surplus vehicles and equipment at the
NWMC auction.
Omnibus vote.

Report of the Corporation Counsel.
 CONSENT:
*A. Ordinance 20-10-Z-4533
Motion to adopt an ordinance vacating an unimproved portion of Lawndale Avenue which abuts
Dempster Street at its most southern portion, in a B2 Commercial district (2020-9P). This item
is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption.
Omnibus vote.

*B. Ordinance 20-10- Z-4534
Motion to adopt an ordinance approving a plat of subdivision with a dedication of land for the
property located at 8822 East Prairie Road and 3650 Dempster Street, Skokie, Illinois, in a B2
Commercial district (2020-140P). This item is on the consent agenda for second reading and
adoption.
Omnibus vote.

FIRST READING:
C. An ordinance establishing the compensation of the Village Manager, Deputy Village Clerk,
Corporation Counsel and Assistant Corporation Counsels of the Village of Skokie. This item is
on the agenda for first reading and will be on the October 19, 2020 agenda for second reading
and adoption.

Community Development Block Grant Hearing.
A. Substantial Amendments for PY20-24 (or PY15-19) Consolidated Plan and
PY20 (or PY19) Action Plan.
Carrie Haberstich, Planner/CDBG Administrator presented the Community Development Block
Grant Hearing.
Overview
On September 11, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
announced Tranche 3 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding
allocations for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement communities. The
Village of Skokie will receive $443,475 in CDBG-CV3 funds to further support its COVID-19
response. The substantial amendment process will enable the Village to support additional
small businesses in time to prepare for winter operations, support additional households with
housing payments to keep them in their homes, and support other public services to mitigate the
impacts of COVID-19.
Background
The substantial amendments will facilitate the distribution of CDBG-CV3 funding.
Next Steps
Motion to approve the substantial amendments for the PY20-24 (or PY15-19)
Consolidated Plan and PY20 (or PY19) Action Plan so they can be submitted to HUD for
review and approval.
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Moved: Trustee Bromberg Seconded: Trustee Gray-Keeler
Ayes: Roberts, Sutker, Ulrich, Bromberg, Klein, Gray-Keeler and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED



Citizen Comments.
Mayor Van Dusen reminded residents that In person Early Voting starts on October 19th at Oakton
Community College at 7701 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie . Also there will be a Drop Box for mail in
ballots there.




Adjournment.
Motion to adjourn at 8:35 p.m.
Moved: Trustee Bromberg Seconded: Trustee Roberts
Ayes: Roberts, Sutker, Ulrich, Bromberg, Klein, Gray-Keeler and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED




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 Pramod Shah, Village Clerk




 Approved:
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Mayor George Van Dusen
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