Board of Trustees — Skokie, IL
Date: 2023-09-05

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 – 7:30 P.M.


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

 2. Call meeting to order and roll call.

 3. Approve Consent Agenda.

* 4. Approve, as submitted, minutes of regular meeting held Monday, August 21, 2023. **go to**
* 5. Approve Voucher List #8-FY24 of September 5, 2023. **go to**

 6. Proclamations and Resolutions.
 A. Proclamations
 National Suicide Prevention + Action Month – September 2023
 * Payroll Week – September 4-8, 2023

 7. Recognition, Awards and Honorary Presentations.

 8. Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations.
 *A. Reappointments
 Appearance Commission: Julie Naumiak
 Board of Fire & Police Commissioners: Helene Levine as Vice Chair
 Economic Development Commission: Marc Battista, Barbara Carley, Steve Franklin,
 Scott Gendell, Curt Hansen, Joseph Hermiz, Serge Khalimsky, Brian Levinson, David
 Rahija, Michael Rosen and Howard Meyer as Vice Chair
 Fire Pension Board: Julian Prendi
 Police Pension Board: Harold Primack
 Public Arts Advisory Committee: Barbara M Meyer as Chair
 Sustainability Environmental Advisory Commission: Rick Moskovitz, Jim McNelis as
 Vice Chair and Jennifer Grossman as Chair
 Zoning Board of Appeals: Sharon Kirkpatrick, Sean Arden, Elaine Jacobson and
 David Solovy
 * B. Resignation
 Human Relations Commission: Daphnee Camilien

 9. Presentations and Reports.
 A. The 2023 Skokie Community Health Plan: A Five-year Strategy for a Healthier Skokie
 (REVISED DOCUMENT) – Presentation by Michael Charley, Director of Health and **go to**
 Human Services and Elizabeth Nelson, Public Health Coordinator/Data Analyst

10. Report of the Village Manager. **go to**
 A. Review and Approval of Closed Session Minutes. **go to A**
 * B. Purchase of One (1) Public Works Aerial Bucket Truck – National Auto Fleet Group, **go to B**
 Watsonville, California - $186,400.
 * C. Replacement of Fire Hydrants and Accessories – Core and Main, Lake Bluff, IL – **go to C**
 $149,125 and Ziebell Water Service Products, Elk Grove Village, IL - $11,250.
 * D. Purchase of One (1) Public Works Pick-Up Truck – National Auto Fleet Group,
 **go to D**
 Watsonville, California - $50,865.24.


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 11. Report of the Corporation Counsel. **go to**
 SECOND READING:
 A. An ordinance amending chapters 46 and 58 of the Skokie Village Code pertaining to
 **go to A**
 affordable housing. Item A is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption.
 The first reading was on May 15, 2023.

 12. Unfinished Business.

 13. New Business.

 14. Plan Commission.

 15. Public Comment.

 16. Adjournment.




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which have already been discussed by the Mayor and Board at a previous public meeting and require a second
reading. Items on the Consent Agenda are passed in one vote at the beginning of the Board Meeting. Prior to the
vote on the Consent Agenda, the Mayor will inquire if there is any matter which anyone wishes to remove from the
Consent Agenda. If there is an item on the Consent Agenda which you wish to address, please inform the Mayor at
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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 7:30
p.m. on Monday, August 21, 2023




Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Pramod Shah,
Mayor Van Dusen called the meeting to order.
The Clerk call the Roll. Those present were Trustees Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Pure
Slovin , Klein and Mayor Van Dusen.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of B for sub-committee
Appointments, C Reappointment, and Item A on the Corporation Counsel's report.
Moved: Trustee KIein Seconded: Trustee Khoeun
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Pure SIovin, KIein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None,
MOTION CARRIED

* Approve, as submitted, minutes of regular meeting held Monday, August 7, 2023.
Omnibus vote.

* Approve Voucher List #7-FY24 of August 21, 2023.
Omnibus vote.


Recoenition, Awards and Honorary Presentations.
A. Awards Presentation
1. Thirteenth Annual Public Health Partners of Excellence Awards presented by Dr. Edward
Linn and Michael Charley.
Skokie Community Foundation
Since 2014 the Skokie Community Foundation has been granting monies to organizations to help
fund projects associate with social services, services for youth and seniors and health and wellness.
Since 2015, the foundation's unique grant program has funded 40 grants totaling more than
$225,000 addressing a broad range of community concerns.
On behalf of the Foundation, Ann Tennes accepted the award and expressed gratitude and
recognition for the award. She introduced the Board Members that were present.
Dr. Namratha Kandufa and the South Asian Healthy Lifestyle Initiative (SAHELI) for creating a
culturally -targeted, community-based lifestyle intervention sturdy to improve physical activity
and diet behaviors among South Asians.
Dr. Namratha Kandula was honored to be acknowledged and recognized for this award. She
introduced several of the Partners.


Skokie's Fourth of July Parade presented by Committee Chairperson, Richard Evonitz.
Chairperson Evonitz gave an update that there were 76 parade units, 1393 participants and
1,929 feet of parade, This was a healthy turnout, many social media postings, over many
volunteers brought out by organizations which included Oakton Community College,
District 219 Dance Marathon, and Skokie Commumty Fund. He acknowledged all the committee
members who helped in the many months of planning.
Mayor Van Dusen thanked all the workers who helped put this together and grateful for all
the time and energy that was put in.
IVtayor Van Dusen also recognized and thanked Chief Hoeflich and the Fire Department for
achieving the highest rating for fire protection-ISO designation.

Appointments. Reappointments^and Resignations.
A. Swearing in of the following personnel by Commissioner Bruce Rottner of the Board of Fire and
 Police Commissioners:
 Name Old Position New Position
 Claudia Contreras New Hire Police Officer
Mayor Van Dusen congratulated the new Police Officer who introduced her family and friends.




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Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees
Monday, August 21, 2023 Page Two

B, Appointments
 Consumer Affairs Commission: Biju Krishnan as Chair
Omnibus vote
Motion to approve the members of the Housing Sub-Committee ofthe Plan Commission.
Moved: Trustee Klein Seconded: Trustee Robinson

 Housing Svb-Committee of the Plan Commission'. Joe Maschek (Appearance
 Commission), Scott Gendell (Economic Development Commission), Melissa Ponce
 (Family Services Commission), Jonathan Lavin (Human Reiations Commission),
 Charlie Saxe (Sustainabiiity Environmental Advisory Commission), ViJai Gupta (Plan
 Commission), Scott Bennan (PEan Commission), JeffBurman (Plan Commission),
 Sargon Zaya (Quadrant 1), Michael Shmer (Quadrant 2), Abigaii Stone (Quadrant 3),
 Hersh Friedman (Quadrant 4) and Peter Ousiey as Chair (Plan Commission)

Gai! Schechter, Kimberiy Polka, Rachel Vanhoose, Emi Yamauchi
These residents had input on the Sub Committee process, how the chairman will be reporting,
workings of the Committee, Appointment process to the Plan Commission-not inclusive, expert
resources, diverse make up of Village, qualifications of the members-variety of experience, makeup of
mostly men, and how many women applied .Trustee Johnson-mclusive appointments for men than
women, consider tabling to get more input, and adding members to the Commission.
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Pure SIovin, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED

C. Reappomtment
 Plan Commission: Taiia Gevaryahu
This was taken off the Consent Agenda. Trustee Pure Slovin addressed the unethical behavior of Trustee
Johnson concerning the lack of attendance on Plan Commission meetings with email posts and on social
media of TaliaGevaryahu. He did not inquire or speak with her first before publicizing. Trustee Johnson
stated that it was misinterpreted.
Rachel Vanhoose, Kimberly Polka and Judy Mendel commented on tracking attendance for
commissioners as in the Ordinance.


*D. Resignation
 Public Arts Advisory Committee: Mary Fedorowski
Omnibus vote.
Mayor Van Dusen introduced Abigail Stone who will be serving on the Housing sub-conunittee
of the Plan Commission. He thanked her for her services.


Report of the Village Manager,
A. Main Street Commercial Corridor Study - MKSK, Inc., Chicago, Illinois - $65,000.
Motion to award a contract to analysis for the Main Street Commercial Corridor Study-MKSK,
Inc. Chicago, IL in the amount of $65,000. The scope of services under this contract includes three
main components: discovery, visioning and development of plan concepts.
Molly Anderson, who iives in the neighborhood commented on the study.
Johanna Nyden, Cominunity Development Director answered questions from the Board which
included what we can expect from the study, about the company MKSK. Inc, Meet up with Main
 St.
 Moved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Khoeun
 Ayes: Sutker, RobinsoB, Khoeun, JohnsoH, Pure Slovin, KIein and Mayor Van Dusen
 Nays: None.
 Absent: None<
 MOTION CARRIED

 B. Cook County Class 6b Real Estate Tax Incentive - 7344 Monticeilo Avenue.
 Resolution 23-8-R-1556
 Motion to concur with staffs recommendation that M & M Equipment Corporation at 7344 Monticello
 Avenue is an excellent candidate for a ClassB classification.
 Max Lieb, from M & M thanked the Village for the consideration and answered questions from the
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Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees
Monday, August 21, 2023 Page Three

Moved: Trustee Johnsoa Seconded: Trustee Pure Slovia
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Pure SIovm, and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
Recuse: KIcin
MOTION CARRIED

C. Resolution to Approve Execution of the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) Master
Agreement.
Resolution 23-8-R-l 557
Motion to concur with staffs recommendation and request Mayor and Board approval of a Resolution
approving and authorizing a Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) agreement.
Moved: Trustee Johnson Seconded: Trustee Pure Siovin
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Pure SIovia, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED

* D. Refurbisiiment of One (1) Ambulance - Foster Coach Saies/Horton Emergency Vehicles -
$286,406.
Motion to award a contract to Foster Coach Sales/Horton Emerge»cy vehicles in the amount of $286,406
for refurbishment of one ambuiance.
Omnibus vote.


Report of the Corporation Counsel.
This was taken off the Consent Agenda
A. Ordinance 23-8-Z-4653
Motion to adopt an ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to establish and operate a drive-through
at 5252 Dempster Street, Skokie, Illinois in aB3 Business District and grant reiief from Sections 118-
212(i)(l)and 118-218 of the Skokie Village Code. Item A is on the consent agenda for second reading
and adoption, The first reading was on June 5, 2023.
Moved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Pure SIovin
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Pure SIovin, KIein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: Johnsoa
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED

SECOND READING:
B. Ordinance 23-8-C-4654
Motion to adopt an ordinance amending various sections of Chapter 10 and Chapter 46 of the Skokie
Village Code pertaining to the retaii sale of Alcoholic Liquor and related fees. Item B
is on ths agenda for second reading and adoption. The first readiiig was on June 20,2023.
Moved: Trustee Johnsoa Seconded: Trustee Khoeun
Ayes: Sutker, Robiflson, Khoeun, Johnson, Pure SIovin, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED

C. Ordinance 23-8-C-4655
Motion to adopt an ordinance granting relief from Chapter 10, Section 10-10, ofthe Skokie Village Code
to allow the temporary sale, possession and consumption of alcoholic liquor on the public right of way
and municipal property during specified hours of Skokie's 16th annual Backlot Bash. Item C is on the
agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on August 7, 2023.
Moved: Trustee Sufker Seconded: Trustee Robinson
Ayes: Sufker, Robinson, Khoeim, Johnson, Pure SIovin, KIein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
 Absent; None.
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Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees
Monday, August 21,2023 Page Four


Unfinished Business.
Trustee Johnson asked when the timeline of the draft Ordinance review for appointment
process for Village attorneys be available.
The Mayor and Corporation Counsel stated that it will be soon.

Public Comments
Matt Temkin on behalf of the Skokie Alliance for Electoral Reform, Emi Yamauchi, Eml
Yamauchi for Matt Jarvis, Kimberly Polka and Judy Mendel
Discussion included the Mapping meeting at the Library on August 14. Disinforrnation and
unreliable audio input from public participation. More information in other languages, more maps,
fair transparent and accountable representation, lacking community outreach and engagement
processes before the September I Ith meeting. Involve the community input on the revised map
after the meeting. Set deadlines for residents to email public comments before the September
meeting. The Village to set a meeting to explain the referendums -Q &A .Citizens should be able
to comment. Provide an overiy map which show ail the factors considered -age, race, school
district, income etc,


Gail Schechter-Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, Arie Crown-affordable housing-fee in lieu not
an option.
Rachel Vanhooes commented on the Main St. Study, Gait Schechter applied for Sub-Committee
and was not selected, thanked for the sidewalk being put back on Oakton.
Trustee Johnson thanked the Village for the Sustalnability Coordinator.

Comments by email.
Gait Schechter-Appointment to the Housing Sub-Committee
Jinsky Jean Pois-The matter of the Viliage Seal Initiative, Village of Skokie
Wendy Katnelson-ViiIage Trustee's recent comment
EIline Eliasoff-8/21/23 Public Comment made by Trustee Pure SIovin.
Steve Galante -Fly infestation.
John Hopp-Inclusionary housing ordinance into the Viliage Zoning Code.




Motion to adjourn at 9:03 p.m.
Moved: Trustee Sutker Seconded; Trustee Klein
Ayes; Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Pure SIovin, Kleia and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED




 Pramod Shah Village Clerk




 Approved:



 Mayor Van Dusen


 items marked with an asterisk (*) indicate they are part of the Consent Agenda that contains routine items or items which have
 already been discussed by the Mayor and Board at a previous public meeting and require a second reading. Items on the Consent
 Agenda are passed in one vote at Ehe beginning of the Board Meeting. Prior to the vote on the Consent Agenda, the Mayor wiil
 inquire if there is any matter which anyone wishes to remove from the Consent Agenda. if there is an item on the Consent
 Agenda which you wish to address, piease inform the Mayor at that time you wish to remove it from the Consent Agenda.




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Memorandum
Mayor's Office

TO: Boarifof
 Boa rpT of
 Trustees

FROM: -^C^J
 Mayoi

DATE: September 5, 2023

SUBJECT: Proclamations, Reappointments and Resignation



 A Proclamations

 "National Suicide Prevention + Action Month"
 September 2023

 * "Payroll Week"
 September 4-8, 2023

 AB Reappointments

 Appearance Commission
 Julie Naumiak

 Board of Fire & Police Commissioners
 Helene Levine
 Vice Chair

 Economic Development Commission
 Marc Battista
 Barbara Carley
 Steve Franklin
 Scott Gendell
 Curt Hansen
 Joseph Hermiz
 Serge Khalimsky
 Brian Levinson
 David Rahija
 Michael Rosen

 Howard Meyer
 Vice Chair

 Fire Pension Board
 Julian Prendi

 Police Pension Board
 Harold Primack




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Commission Reappointments continued



 Public Arts Advisory Committee
 Barbara M Meyer
 Chair

 Sustainabilitv Environmental Advisory Commission
 Rick Moskovitz

 Jim McNelis
 Vice Chair

 Jennifer Grossman
 Chair

 Zoning Board of Appeals
 Sharon Kirkpatrick
 Scan Arden
 EIaine Jacobson
 David Solovy

 *C Resignation

 Human Relations Commission
 Daphnee Camilien




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MEMORANDUM
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

TO: John Lockerby, Village Manager

CC: Elizabeth Nelson, Public Health Coordinator/Analyst


FROM: _____________________________
 Michael Charley, Director of Health and Human Services

DATE: August 30, 2023

SUBJECT: HHS Community Health Improvement Plan, For Village Board Review & Approval

The Health and Human Services’ Department is requesting Skokie Village Board review and approval
of HHS’s Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) at the September 5, 2023 Village Board
meeting. This comprehensive five-year plan is designed to address three critical public health priorities:
access to healthcare, access to behavioral health, and affordable housing. It stems from rigorous
community health assessments and an improvement process involving multiple community
stakeholders.

At Skokie Health and Human Services, our vision is to "Create a healthy, equitable community." The
strategies outlined in this plan play a crucial role in guiding our community towards better health
outcomes. We intend to engage and empower our partners to collaborate on coordinated efforts and
evaluate actions for successful implementation of the CHIP.

The primary objectives of our Community Health Improvement Plan are to:

 • Identify our community health priorities.
 • Focus our attention and resources on strategies for positive health outcomes.
 • Monitor and measure our progress in achieving these outcomes.
 • Enhance the overall health of our community.

The development of this plan was led by the Skokie Health Equity Network steering committee with
support and guidance from the Skokie Health and Human Services Department. Utilizing data on health
status, quality of life, and risk factors, along with insights from a community-wide health survey, we
identified three key priority health issues (access to healthcare, access to behavioral health, and
affordable housing). Based on these findings, we formulated measurable and actionable objectives to
drive meaningful health improvement. The implementation efforts are already in progress and will
continue over the next five years.

Skokie’s CHIP is a call to action, and its success depends on the active involvement of our community
members, partners, and stakeholders. Everyone has a role to play, whether it's understanding the
community's priorities and raising awareness or actively participating in action teams to implement
strategies. We aim to look beyond individual organizational efforts and focus on the collective impact of
multiple organizations and community members in improving our overall health.

Together, we can create a healthier and more equitable Skokie for all. We wanted to thank the Village
Board and the greater Skokie community for their support and dedication to this important endeavor.

Document Number: 613383 Version: 1
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 2022-2027

 SKOKIE COMMUNITY HEALTH
 IMPROVEMENT PLAN
 SKOKIE HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT




 SKOKIE HEALTH EQUITY NETWORK
 SKOKIE HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT
 Approved by the Board of Health on 08/03/2023 and the Village Board of Trustee on XX/XX/XXXX


Document Number: 613953 Version: 1
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Table of Contents
Welcome Letter ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Purpose Statement.................................................................................................................................... 7
IPLAN Requirements ................................................................................................................................ 7
Executive Summary .................................................................................................................................. 7
 Community Engagement and Stakeholders/Community Partnership Acknowledgements .. 9
 Community Health Needs Assessment Timeline .......................................................................... 10
 Vision Statement ................................................................................................................................. 11
 Land Acknowledgement .................................................................................................................... 11
 Village of Skokie History.................................................................................................................... 11
 Skokie Health and Human Services Department .......................................................................... 14
Skokie Community Health Status Assessment .................................................................................. 16
 Demographic and Socioeconomic Characteristics ....................................................................... 16
 ............................................................................................................................................................ 17
 Country of Origin ............................................................................................................................... 17
 Ethnicity ............................................................................................................................................. 17
 Languages .......................................................................................................................................... 18
 Income ................................................................................................................................................ 18
 Education ........................................................................................................................................... 19
 Insurance Status ................................................................................................................................ 20
Health Related Data ................................................................................................................................ 21
 Current Health Status........................................................................................................................ 21
 Health Concerns ................................................................................................................................ 22
 Availability of Care ............................................................................................................................ 23
 Mortality Data ...................................................................................................................................... 23
 Top Causes ......................................................................................................................................... 23
 Years of Potential Life Lost - YPLL ................................................................................................... 23
 Providers .............................................................................................................................................. 25
 Mental Health Providers ................................................................................................................... 25
 Primary Care Providers .................................................................................................................... 25
 Food Security and Access................................................................................................................... 26
 Maternal and Child Health ................................................................................................................ 27
 Births .................................................................................................................................................. 27

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 Low Birth Weight .............................................................................................................................. 27
 Prenatal Care ..................................................................................................................................... 28
 WIC and SNAP.................................................................................................................................... 29
 Emergency Medical Services ............................................................................................................. 29
 Mental Health Calls............................................................................................................................ 33
 Mental Health Distress ...................................................................................................................... 33
 Communicable Diseases .................................................................................................................... 34
 Mosquitoes ......................................................................................................................................... 35
 Sexually Transmitted Infections ...................................................................................................... 36
 Chlamydia & Gonorrhea.................................................................................................................... 36
 HIV ...................................................................................................................................................... 36
 Environmental Sustainability ........................................................................................................... 37
 Greenhouse Gas Inventory ............................................................................................................... 37
 Climate Vulnerability Assessment ................................................................................................... 38
 Ground Cover, Heat Island, and Carbon Sequestration Study ....................................................... 39
 Sustainability Baseline Assessment ................................................................................................. 41
 Lead .................................................................................................................................................... 42
 Park Access ........................................................................................................................................ 43
 Walkability ......................................................................................................................................... 43
 Sentinel Events .................................................................................................................................... 44
Community Themes & Strengths Assessment ................................................................................... 46
 Data on Survey Respondents ............................................................................................................ 46
 Age ...................................................................................................................................................... 46
 Race .................................................................................................................................................... 47
 Socioeconomic Data ............................................................................................................................ 47
 Income and Housing.......................................................................................................................... 47
 Rent Costs/Burden ............................................................................................................................ 48
 Housing Occupancy ........................................................................................................................... 49
 Household Income Spent on Housing .............................................................................................. 49
 Housing Burden ................................................................................................................................. 50
 Transportation Data .......................................................................................................................... 50
Discrimination Data ............................................................................................................................... 50
Local Public Health Assessment ........................................................................................................... 52


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 Scoring and Notes................................................................................................................................ 52
 Essential Service 1: Monitor Health Status to Identify Community Health Problems ....... 52
 Essential Service 2: Diagnose and Investigate Health Problems and Health Hazards ...... 53
 Essential Service 3: Inform, Educate, and Empower People about Health Issues .............. 53
 Essential Service 4: Mobilize Community Partnerships to Identify and Solve Health
 Problems ........................................................................................................................................... 54
 Essential Service 5: Develop Policies and Plans that Support Individual and Community
 Health Efforts ................................................................................................................................... 54
 Essential Service 6: Enforce Laws and Regulations that Protect Health and Ensure Safety
 ............................................................................................................................................................ 55
 Essential Service 7: Link People to Needed Personal Health Services and Assure the
 Provision of Health Care when Otherwise Unavailable........................................................... 55
 Essential Service 8: Assure a Competent Public and Personal Health Care Workforce .... 55
 Essential Service 9: Evaluate Effectiveness, Accessibility, and Quality of Personal and
 Population-Based Health Services ............................................................................................... 56
 Essential Service 10: Research for New Insights and Innovative Solutions to Health
 Problems ........................................................................................................................................... 56
Community Health Improvement Plan ............................................................................................... 58
 Access to Healthcare ........................................................................................................................... 58
 Description of problem ..................................................................................................................... 58
 Importance of the need for Access to Healthcare ........................................................................... 59
 Summary of data................................................................................................................................ 59
 Relationship to Healthy People 2030 .............................................................................................. 60
 Factor analysis ................................................................................................................................... 60
 Objectives and strategies................................................................................................................... 61
 Strategy: Develop Partnerships for a Formal Referral Network .................................................. 61
 Strategy: Develop data collection process related to linguistically appropriate care ................ 65
 Evaluation plan:............................................................................................................................... 68
 Communication plan: ..................................................................................................................... 68
 Access to Behavioral Health .............................................................................................................. 69
 Description and Importance of Need for Access to Behavioral Health ......................................... 69
 Summary of data................................................................................................................................ 69
 Relationship to Healthy People 2030 .............................................................................................. 69
 Factors analysis ................................................................................................................................. 69
 Objectives and strategies................................................................................................................... 70

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 Strategy: Develop data collection process related to linguistically appropriate care ................ 70
 Strategy: Advocate for state budget increase in Medicaid funding for behavioral health
 services............................................................................................................................................... 73
 Evaluation plan:............................................................................................................................... 75
 Communication plan: ..................................................................................................................... 75
Affordable Housing ............................................................................................................................. 76
 Description of the Problem:.............................................................................................................. 76
 Importance of Priority Health Need: ............................................................................................... 76
 Data Summary: .................................................................................................................................. 76
 Relationship to Healthy People 2030: ............................................................................................. 76
 Factors Influencing the Problem: ..................................................................................................... 76
Objectives and strategies................................................................................................................... 77
 Strategy: Inclusionary Housing Ordinance .................................................................................... 77
 Strategy: Create a process to collect data on factors related to rent burden. ............................. 78
 Evaluation Plan:............................................................................................................................... 80
 Communication Plan: ..................................................................................................................... 80
Alignment with the State Health Improvement Plan ................................................................... 81
Next Steps ............................................................................................................................................. 81
Acknowledgements ............................................................................................................................ 82




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Welcome Letter


Dear Residents of Skokie and Our Partners in Health,
Welcome! We are delighted that you have discovered the Village of Skokie Health and Human
Services’ Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). This comprehensive five-year plan is
designed to address three critical public health priorities: access to healthcare, access to behavioral
health, and affordable housing. It stems from rigorous community health assessments and an
improvement process involving multiple stakeholders.
At Skokie Health and Human Services, our vision is to "Create a healthy, equitable community." The
strategies outlined in this plan play a crucial role in guiding our community towards better health
outcomes. We intend to engage and empower our partners to collaborate on coordinated efforts
and evaluate actions for successful implementation.
The primary objectives of our Community Health Improvement Plan are to:
 • Identify our community health priorities.
 • Focus our attention and resources on strategies for positive health outcomes.
 • Monitor and measure our progress in achieving these outcomes.
 • Enhance the overall health of our community.

The development of this plan was led by the Skokie Health Equity Network steering committee with
support and guidance from the Skokie Health and Human Services Department. Utilizing data on
health status, quality of life, and risk factors, along with insights from a community-wide health
survey, we identified three key priority health issues. Based on these findings, we formulated
measurable and actionable objectives to drive meaningful health improvement. The
implementation efforts are already in progress and will continue over the next five years.
Skokie’s CHIP is a call to action, and its success depends on the active involvement of our
community members, partners, and stakeholders. Everyone has a role to play, whether it's
understanding the community's priorities and raising awareness or actively participating in action
teams to implement strategies. We aim to look beyond individual organizational efforts and focus
on the collective impact of multiple organizations and community members in improving our
overall health.
The Board of Health reviewed the organizational self-assessment plan and officially approved the
2022-2027 Skokie CHIP on August 2, 2023. Join us in creating a healthier and more equitable
Skokie for all, because together we can go further. Thank you for your support and dedication to
this important endeavor.



_________________________________________________ _______________________________________
Mike Charley Dr. Edward Linn
Director of Health and Human Services Chair of the Board of Health




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 Purpose Statement
The Village of Skokie – Health and Human Services Department (HHS) conducted a comprehensive
Community Health Assessment (CHA) process that collected data from various health areas,
domains and social determinants to then identify priority problems to focus on over a five-year
period to improve the Village of Skokie’s health. The completion of the CHA process was achieved
through a fair, inclusive and equitable approach that prioritized equity for all residents. The
Community Health Improvement (CHIP) priority issues will be improved through the Skokie Health
Equity Network using the collective impact community organizing model. Collective impact is
centered by equity and data driven decisions and involves community members with close
proximity to the issues.

 IPLAN Requirements
Every five years, Illinois state law requires each certified local health department to complete an
Illinois Project for Local Assessment of Needs (IPLAN), which is a community health assessment
and health improvement process. This fulfills the requirements of the Illinois Administrative Code,
Title 77, Subsection 600.210 for certification for local public health departments by the Illinois
Department of Public Health (IDPH).
The essential elements of IPLAN are:
 1. An organizational capacity assessment;
 2. A community health needs assessment; and
 3. A community health plan, focusing on a minimum of three priority health problems.
The essential elements were fulfilled by using the Mobilizing for Action through Planning and
Partnerships (MAPP) framework.

Executive Summary
The Village of Skokie has a population of 67,822 (2020 Census), comprised of several ethnic
minorities and a large percentage of foreign-born residents. The Village has a rich public health
history with the first Board of Health established in 1907 and the Health Department obtaining
State of Illinois local health department certification in 1968. The Health and Human Services
Department (HHS), community stakeholders, and the residents of the Village are committed to
ensuring that the policies, programs, and strategies laid out in the 2022 Skokie Community Health
Plan are accomplished and actionable.
To complete this planning process, HHS used the nationally recognized Mobilizing for Action
through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) framework, because it emphasizes the importance of
both community input and partnership with a variety of stakeholders to improve the overall health
and wellbeing of the population. Developed by the National Association of County and City Health
Officials (NACCHO) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), MAPP is a planning
process approved to be used for the IPLAN process. MAPP is a community-driven strategic
planning process that helps communities prioritize public health issues, identify resources for
addressing them, and take action to improve conditions that support healthy living. MAPP is
generally led by one or more organizations and is completed with the input and participation of
many organizations and individuals who work, learn, live, and play in the community. This MAPP
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1. In Phase One, Organize for Success/Partnership Development, community members and
 agencies form a partnership and learn about the MAPP process. Skokie HHS worked
 collaboratively with many of our key public health/healthcare stakeholders to create the
 “Skokie Health Equity Network” steering committee. The steering committee was formed to
 provide guidance, oversight, and strategic direction to improve and promote the health and
 well-being initiatives developed as part of this community health assessment process. By
 bringing together diverse perspectives and
 expertise, the Skokie Health Equity Network
 steering committee helped shape health
 strategies, foster collaboration, and will ensure
 effective implementation of the Skokie
 Community Health Improvement Plan.

2. During Phase Two, Visioning, those who work,
 learn, live, and play in the Skokie community
 create a common understanding of what it would
 like to achieve. In the MAPP Roadmap, the vision
 is “A Healthier Community.” The community
 decides the vision, which is the focus of the MAPP
 process.

3. During Phase Three, we utilized three MAPP Assessments where qualitative and
 quantitative data are gathered to provide a comprehensive picture of health in the
 community.
 Three MAPP Assessments:
 1) Community Health Status Assessment (CHSA): The CHSA collects quantitative
 information on health status, quality of life, and risk factors. Before starting this
 assessment, the Steering Committee members brainstormed existing sources of
 CHSA data. Many local public health system partners collect health status data, and
 some of that data is available to the Skokie HHS. The steering committee then
 researched what data the local public health system partners were willing to share.
 This assessment includes demographic information, communicable disease
 information, socioeconomic information, and sentinel events. It must then be
 determined if the data represents the status of the entire Skokie community and the
 data is inclusive of the entire local public health system. This step includes
 discussion of whether the data can be used strategically to inform improvements.
 This discussion then informed how the steering committee would design this
 assessment.
 2) Community Themes and Strengths Assessment: Identifies assets in the community
 and issues that are important to community members. This assessment included a
 breakdown of the data from the community health survey, environment and climate
 change and physical environment findings.
 3) The Local Public Health System Assessment: Measured how well the Skokie HHS
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 and focused on the services provided by the Village’s Health and Human Services
 Department.

 4. In Phase Four, Identify Strategic Issues, the data sets are analyzed to uncover the underlying
 themes that need to be addressed in order for a community to achieve its vision. In
 November of 2022, a community stakeholder symposium named “Toward Health Equity in
 Skokie”, was organized by HHS with collaboration with the Skokie Community Foundation
 and the Skokie Public Library. There were several outcomes of the meeting:
  First, it was decided that a “Collective Impact” approach of community organizing
 would be utilized. The collective impact approach calls for multiple organizations or
 entities to abandon individual agendas in favor of a single common agenda. This
 requires all participants to have a common understanding of the problem, and a
 mutual agreement on how to solve it. Collective impact also is grounded in data
 driven decisions and centered on equity…
  Second, three prioritized issues were chosen to focus on over the next five years.
 Priority 1: Access to Healthcare
 Priority 2: Access to Behavioral Health
 Priority 3: Affordable Housing
 In order to identify the three priorities, symposium participants (community stakeholders/
 organizations) participated in a data walk of collected CHA data, processed and discussed
 the data in small group discussions, and then voted on the top three priority issues to
 address over the next five years.

 5. In Phase Five, Formulate Goals and Strategies, the community identifies goals it wants to
 achieve and strategies it wants to implement related to strategic issues. Following the
 Toward Health Equity in Skokie symposium the Skokie Health Equity Network was created
 and formalized. This network is an ongoing collaboration among various organizations and
 stakeholders involved in public health that worked together to identify measurable
 objectives, research and select strategies for each objective and developed the Community
 Health Improvement Plan.

 6. During Phase Six, Action Cycle, the community implements and evaluates action plans to
 meet goals, address strategic issues, and achieve the community’s vision.


 Community Engagement and Stakeholders/Community Partnership
 Acknowledgements
Skokie’s IPLAN could not have been developed without the many partner organizations that
participated throughout the process. Community and stakeholder engagement began with planning
a symposium for stakeholders to review highlights of the data collected during the assessment,
choose priority issues. The community stakeholder symposium was a collaboration of the Skokie
Community Foundation, Skokie Public Library and HHS called Toward Health Equity in Skokie.
Through the planning process discussions about what the next steps will be once the priority issues
are chosen began and HHS proposed using the collective impact model of community organizing to
structure developing a coalition. Collective impact is grounded in data driven decisions, centered on
equity and shared accountability for action plans so this appealed to community stakeholders.

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During the Toward Health Equity in Skokie symposium, community stakeholders participated in a
data walk of highlights of the CHA data, processed the data in small group discussions, and then
voted on the top three priority issues to address over the next five years. Skokie HHS would like to
thank the following partners for their time, commitment and thoughtful input during this
development process, and for their continued engagement and collaboration on implementation of
Skokie’s IPLAN.
 Ascension St. Francis Hospital Advocate Health (Healthcare) AHS Family Health Center
 (Healthcare) (Healthcare)
 Carter-Westminster United The Chicago Lighthouse Connections for the Homeless
 Presbyterian Church (Faith) (Abilities) (Housing)
 The Douglas Center (Abilities) Erie Family Health Center Fairview District 72
 (Healthcare) (Education)
 Impact Behavioral Health Muslim Community Center Niles Township (Local
 Partners (Behavioral (Faith) Government)
 Health/Housing)
 Niles Township High School NorthShore University Health Northwestern University
 District 219 (Education) Systems (Healthcare) (Education/Research)
 Oakton Community College Open Communities (Housing) Orchard Village
 (Education) (Abilities/Behavioral Health)
 Peer Services (Behavioral Skokie Chamber of Commerce Skokie Community
 Health) and Industry (Business) Foundation (Philanthropy)
 Skokie-Morton Grove School Skokie Park District (Parks) Skokie Public Library
 District 69 (Education) (Library)
 Skokie School District 68 Skokie School District 73.5 Tapestry 360 Health
 (Education) (Education) (Healthcare)
 Village of Skokie – Board of Village of Skokie – Community Village of Skokie – Residents
 Health (Healthcare/Local Development (Housing)
 Government)



 Community Health Needs Assessment Timeline
 May – June 2022 Review IPLAN requirements, MAPP process and data sources
 July – September 2022 Conduct Community Health Status Assessment, Community Themes
 and Strengths Assessment, and Local Public Health System
 Assessment
 July – October 2022 Plan Toward Health Equity in Skokie event and develop data
 visualizations for data walk
 November 2022 Toward Health Equity in Skokie event


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 December 2022-January Develop structure for Skokie Health Equity Network, plan and invite
 2023 stakeholders to steering committee and to be action team co-chairs;
 hold first steering committee meeting and schedule action team
 meetings
 February -June 2023 Collect and analyze additional data on risk factors, develop
 objectives, research and select strategies and develop action plans
 July 2023 Finalize draft IPLAN report
 August 2023 Present IPLAN to Board of Health and Village Board
 September 2023 Submit IPLAN to IDPH and prepare for action plan implementation
 October 2023 – Implement action plans and continuously evaluate
 September 2027



 Vision Statement
Our vision is to systematically assess disparities and remove obstacles to health in opportunities,
outcomes, and representation by addressing them through building bridges and targeted actions.

 Land Acknowledgement
HHS acknowledges that the Village of Skokie as we know it today exists on traditional Potawatomi
and Mascouten land. We acknowledge that the Village of Skokie has a long history that predates
European settlement and that the original residents of this community, the Potawatomi and
Mascouten Native Tribes, were removed by the federal government through the Treaty of 1833 to
ensure westward expansion of the European settlers. Skokie, formerly referred to as ‘skokey’ is a
Potawatomi/Mascouten word that means marsh. These Native populations were both part of the
Algonquin-speaking Native American nations that populated the Great Lakes region. By making this
land acknowledgement, we recognize that Indigenous peoples are the traditional stewards of the
land that we now occupy, living here long before Skokie was a settled Village. As we work, live, and
play on these territories the Department and Village community must work towards righting the
historic wrongs of colonization and state violence to support Indigenous communities and uplift
them in their lives and health.

 Village of Skokie History
Following the 1840’s, westward expansion pushed European settlement towards the Midwest and
inland United States. Germanic settlers were most of the Skokie population until the 1950’s. Skokie,
initially referred to as Niles Centre until the 1940’s, was a farming community that existed between
two railroad lines in Evanston and Morton Grove. Following World War 2, an influx of migration
from larger cities to suburban areas began which led Skokie to see several ethnic and religious
immigrant groups including; Jewish migrants, Filipinos, Pakistanis, Indians, and many other Indo-
Asian groups. The first nonnative settlers of Skokie were Nicholas and Elisabeth Busch Meyer who
in the 1840’s build a log cabin originally located at 5406 Lincoln Ave but moved to its current
location at the Skokie Heritage Museum at 8031 Floral Ave.
Skokie, post European settlement, was a farming community where the settlers farmed acres of
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opened the first store in the community, later transforming the building into a general store, tavern,
and post office. He also aided the community in draining most of the swampy lands to make it more
suitable for farming, rented out land to farmers, and built a plank toll road. Harms also worked as
the township constable, supervisor/ commissioner of highways and the Cook County drainage
commissioner. Several of the early Skokie residents contributed greatly to the building and success
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 Skokie Health and Human Services Department
Skokie Health and Human Services (HHS) is part of the municipal government structure. The Village
of Skokie operates under the Council Manager form of government, in which an elected legislative
body, consisting of the Mayor and a Board comprised of six Trustees, hires a professional manager
to oversee the day-to-day operation of government services and programs, and to carry out the
policy directives set out by the elected officials. The Skokie Board of Health is composed of up to 20
members, including a chair and vice-chair, all appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the
Village Board. The Board of Health meets monthly, except for July and August. The Board of Health
serves as an advisory body to HHS and the Board of Trustees, and as such has the authority to make
recommendations as to such rules, regulations and orders as it may deem necessary for the
preservation and improvement of public health and the prevention of disease.
As a certified health department in Illinois, the Village of Skokie HHS provides Local Health
Protection services (communicable disease control and food protection), as well as an array of
additional public health programs and services. The Public Health Department currently has 16.5
FTE on staff. The Department houses three separate direct service divisions: Community Health
Services, Environmental Health, and Human Services.
The Health and Human Services Department Administration includes the Director, an
Administrative Assistant and a Public Health Program Coordinator/Analyst. Medical Consultation is
provided, through a contractual agreement with Dr. William Werner. The following public health
programs are administered by each of the divisions:
Administration:
 • IPLAN;
 • Budget;
 • Birth and Death Records;
 • Child Safety Seat Program;
 • Grants Administration; and
 • Village Public Records Management and Disposal
Community Health Services:
 • Communicable Disease Control, including STD and HIV/AIDS;
 • Immunizations, including seasonal flu vaccinations;
 • HIV/AIDS surveillance, counseling and referral for testing for at-risk individuals;
 • Screenings (blood pressure, Diabetes, TB)
 • Vision and Hearing screening;
 • Childhood Lead Program;
 • Emergency Preparedness and Response; and
 • Medical Reserve Corps
Environmental Health Services:
 • Food protection;
 • Rodent control;
 • Nuisance investigations;
 • EPA Community Water sampling;
 • Beekeeping permitting;
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 • Clean Indoor Air Act enforcement;
 • Child care environmental inspections;
 • Tanning facility inspection;
 • Body art facilities inspection; and
 • West Nile Virus prevention;
Human Services
  • Assist a Family program;
  • Benefit Access Application Assistance;
  • Co-Responder program;
  • Emergency Financial Assistance;
  • Social Service Short-Term Case Management;
  • Federal Income Tax Aid;
  • Mobility Equipment Lending Closet;
  • Neighborhood Mediation;
  • Reserved Residential Disability Parking;
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Skokie Community Health Status Assessment
 Demographic and Socioeconomic Characteristics
The Village of Skokie,
just north of the city Race Distribution of Skokie Native
of Chicago, has a American
 Two or more:  Other: 1401, 2% Hawaiian/Pacific
 Indian/Alaska
population of 3532, 6.5% Native: 112, 0.3%
 Islander: 132,
approximately 0.1%

67,824 according to Black: 6380, 8.8%
the 2020 U.S.
Census1. About 29%
of the Skokie White: 34854,
 55.6%
population is
between the ages of Asian: 16889,
0-24, while about 25.7%
20% of the
population is 65 or
older. Skokie is a
very diverse
community as it has
historically been a
hub for recent
immigrants. A sustained trend of a decreasing White race population has been seen in the past few
years. Between 2010 and 2020, there was a 11% decrease in the White population in Skokie. All
other racial groups saw an increase, most notably, the American Indian/Alaska Native race
population saw a 171% increase, the Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander alone race saw a
146% increase, and individuals who identify as two or more races saw a 123% increase since the
2010 census. More than 90 languages and dialects are spoken in the Village with the most common
being Urdu, Spanish, Tagalog and Farsi/Persian. (From Niles Township High School District 219
website)

 Skokie Age Ranges
 Source: U.S. Census Bureau
 Age 2014 % 2020 %
 Under 5 Years 3,582 6% 4,438 7%
 5 to 14 7,880 12% 7,896 12%
 15 to 24 7,359 11% 6,699 11%
 25 to 44 17,910 28% 14,065 22%
 45 to 64 18,040 28% 17,515 28%
 65 to 84 9,053 14% 10,915 17%
 85 and Older 1,368 2% 1,772 3%
 Total 65,193 100% 63,300 100%



1 Breakdowns of the 2020 census data was not widely available when this report was written, thus in many sections of

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 Age Distribution of Skokie Population in 2020
 Source: U.S. Census Bureau

 5000
 4500
 4000
 3500


 Frequency
 3000
 2500
 2000
 1500
 1000
 500
 0
 Under 5-14 15-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65-74 75-84 85 and
 5 years years years years years years years years older


 Age (Years) and Sex
 Men Women



Country of Origin
An interesting factor in
relation to the population of Country of Origin
the Village of Skokie is that Source: U.S. Census Bureau
38% of the population is
foreign born. About 62% of
 China, 3% Philippines
the foreign-born residents in
 Romania, 4% India
Skokie are from Asia, Syria, 5%
including the Middle East, Iraq
 Philippines,
20% of the foreign-born Pakistan
 15%
residents are from Europe, Mexico, 5%
 Korea
and 11% are from Latin
 India, 11% Mexico
America. The top nine
 Korea, 4%
countries of origin in order Syria
are; the Philippines, India, China
Iraq, Pakistan, Mexico, Syria, Iraq, 8%
 Pakistan, 7%
 Romania
Korea, Romania, and China.
Since 2010, there have been
slight increases in populations from the Philippines, Pakistan, Syria, Ukraine, and Mexico. Notably,
there have been decreases in populations from Korea and Iraq in the same time period.

Ethnicity
Ethnicity is also important within the Skokie community. The Middle Eastern identity is often
primarily based on ethnic divisions rather than race or country of origin, which can cause a skew in
those data categories. There has also been an increase in the Hispanic/Latino Population in Skokie,
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Languages
Skokie is home to many residents from different countries who speak their native languages.
According to the American Community Survey, 48.9% of Skokie residents speak a language other
than English at home. According to the local school districts, the top languages spoken in the home
are English, Urdu, Spanish, Tagalog, Farsi/Persian, Russian, Gujarati, Arabic, Romanian, Vietnamese
and Bosnian.
Income
The Federal Poverty Level (FPL) serves as a benchmark to determine the minimum annual income
required by a household or individual to meet essential needs. In Skokie, for the year 2022, the FPL
stands at $13,590 for an individual and Percent of
$27,750 for an average household of Residents by
four (4) people. Census Tract
 Living Below
Around 14% of Skokie households have
 185% of
an annual income of $25,000 or less, Federal
which places a household of four below Poverty Level
the poverty line, depending on their
specific circumstances. It's worth noting Source: 2020 U.S.
 Census
that the median household income in
Skokie is $74,725, significantly higher
than the median income across Cook
County.
Over the past decade, Skokie's poverty
levels have remained relatively stable at
about 9% of the population. However,
there are significant disparities between
different areas, with some census tracts
on the west side of the village
experiencing rates as high as 30% of
residents living below the poverty level.
Despite the disparities in
poverty rates across Unemployment Rate in Skokie, 2016-2022
different regions, the FPL Source: Illinois Department of Employment Security
remains a critical tool for 12.0%
gauging economic well-
 10.0%
being and guiding efforts to
address poverty-related 8.0%

challenges in Skokie. 6.0%
Skokie, along with its 4.0%
neighboring towns 2.0%
Evanston and Oak Park,
 0.0%
experienced a period of
 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
relative stability in
unemployment rates, Skokie Evanston Oak Park
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However, in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic caused a significant surge in unemployment, reaching a
peak of 10% in the area. Fortunately, in the aftermath of the pandemic, the unemployment rate has
gradually stabilized, providing some relief to the local communities.

Education
Since 2010, Skokie has seen significant improvements in educational attainment levels among its
residents aged 25 and older. The high school graduation rate stands at an impressive 90.8%, while
49.8% of individuals in the same age group hold a bachelor's degree or higher. However, disparities
persist within the community. Among the Hispanic/Latino population, 10% lack a high school
diploma or equivalent, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources. The foreign-born
population also faces challenges, with 15.5% lacking a high school diploma or equivalent.
Comparing across racial and ethnic lines, the data reveals distinct gaps. For instance, only 7.2% of
White residents lack a high school diploma or equivalent, and the figure drops even further to 6.7%
for Asian residents. Moreover, Hispanics/Latinos represent only 11.5% of those with a bachelor's
degree or higher, indicating a discrepancy in educational opportunities.
Understanding these disparities is crucial because educational attainment directly influences
various aspects of individuals' lives, including their health, income level, and insurance status.
Educational attainment is closely tied to socioeconomic status (SES), with higher education levels
associated with improved employment prospects, higher incomes, and better living conditions.
Socioeconomic status also impacts healthcare access, as those with higher SES tend to have better
access to health insurance, preventive services, and quality healthcare providers. By addressing
these disparities in educational attainment, we can work towards building a more equitable and
prosperous community in Skokie.

 Educational Attainment Differences by Nativity
 Source: U.S. Census Bureau
 Education Level Foreign Born Native Born
 Less than High School 15.5% 3.3%
 High School Diploma/Equivalent 21.1% 15.0%
 Some College/Associates 21.6% 24.5%
 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher 41.7% 57.1%


 Skokie Educational Attainment Differences by Race/Ethnicity
 Source: 2020 U.S. Census

 High School Grad or Higher Bachelor’s Degree or Higher

 White 94.5% 54.6%
 Black 91.5% 33.6%

 Asian 91% 58.8%

 Hispanic 87% 25.7%

 Other 95.1% 27.4%


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Insurance Status
The In 2014, Skokie had 9.5% of its residents uninsured, which decreased slightly to 8.5% in 2020.
This decline may be attributed to the Village's decrease in unemployment rates during that period.
Notably, there was a significant drop in the percentage of uninsured individuals aged 18 to 65,
which fell from 13.9% in the past to just 6% in 2020.
Analyzing the data by census tracts, it was found that
tract 8074 had the highest percentage of uninsured
individuals at 13.2%, while tract 8067 had the lowest
percentage at 9.1%.
The American Community Survey estimates indicate
that approximately 18% of Skokie residents are
considered to be living in poverty, amounting to
about 12,266 people. However, there have been
positive developments in healthcare access in the
past decade, with the opening of three Federally
Qualified Health Centers in Skokie and neighboring
communities. These centers aim to provide care to
the uninsured or underinsured population.
Moreover, Turning Point Behavioral Health, an
outpatient mental health center located in Skokie,
plays a crucial role in addressing mental health
needs in the community. They readily accept Medicaid and offer a sliding fee scale for those with
limited income. Recently, they expanded their services by opening a drop-in center, catering to
individuals with mental illness or those in need of crisis intervention.
Overall, while there is progress in reducing uninsured rates and addressing healthcare needs, the
community still faces challenges in providing adequate care to those living in poverty. The efforts of
healthcare centers like the Federally Qualified Health Centers and Turning Point Behavioral Health
are vital in ensuring access to healthcare services for all residents.



 Change in Percent of Resident Uninsured
 Source: U.S. Census Bureau
 Ages 2014 2020
 Total 9.5% 7.11%
 Under 18 years old 1.5% 0.8%
 18 to 64 years old 13.9% 6.0%
 65 years and older 3.4% 0.31%

Compared to the average cities in the City Health Dashboard, Skokie shows a significant disparity in
health insurance coverage among its Asian residents. With approximately 27% of Skokie's
population being Asian, a concerning 13.2% of this community remains uninsured, accounting for
roughly 2,230 individuals. Remarkably, this places Skokie's Asian population at the highest rate of
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 Health Insurance Type by Educational Attainment Level Among Ages 26-64
 Source: U.S. Census Bureau
 Education Level Uninsured Public Insurance Private Insurance
 Less than High School 24% 29% 54%
 High School Diploma/Equivalent 20% 15% 67%
 Some College/Associates 7% 19% 77%
 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher 7% 7% 87%
 Percent of Uninsured Skokie Residents by Race/Ethnicity
 Skokie City Health Dashboard Average
 Asian 13.2% 8.7%
 Black 8.7% 9.8%
 Hispanic 8.9% 16.6%
 White 5.7% 7.1%
 Other 4.1% 14.4%



 Health Related Data
Current Health Status
When surveyed about their overall health, respondents generally rated it as good or better.
However, when the data was analyzed by race, it was observed that 25% of Native American and
Alaskan Native participants selected "fair" as their health rating. This percentage was the highest
among all other racial categories for the "fair" response.

 Health Rating by Age
 Source: 2022 Skokie Community Health Survey
 100%
 90%
 80%




  Percent of Respondants
 70%
 60%
 Excellent
 50%
 Good
 40%
 Fair
 30%
 Poor
 20%
 10%
 0%
 20-34 35-49 50-64 65-74 75-84 85 or older
 Age Range




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 Health Rating by Race Group
 Source: 2022 Skokie Community Health Survey
 1%
 100%
 13% 11% 13%
 90% 18%




 Percent of Respondants
 80% 25%
 70%
 60%
 50%
 40% 54% 53%
 50% 61%
 30% 59%
 20%
 10% 25% 33% 24% 27% 34%
 0%
 NA/AN Asian Black/AA White 2 or more Races
 Race

 Excellent Good Fair Poor


Health Concerns
When questioned about their current health concerns, respondents exhibited a diverse array of
responses, choosing from a wide range of options. They were presented with an extensive list and
were asked to select the three most relevant health concerns. These responses were then analyzed
based on age groups to generate a comprehensive list of general health concerns prevalent within
the community.

  What are your 3 most important health concerns?
  Source: 2022 Skokie Community Health Survey



  19 to 49 years 50 to 74 years 75 and older
 Affordable and
 Aging Aging and Falls
 Healthy Foods

 Mental Health Heart Disease Heart Disease
 Problems and Stroke and Stroke

 Environmental
 Cancers Cancers
 Problems

 *The list of options for this question included; Affordable healthy foods, Aging (arthritis, hearing/vision loss), Cancers,
 Child abuse/neglect, Dental problems, Diabetes, Domestic violence, Environmental problems, Falls, Heart disease/stroke,
 Hearing, Infectious diseases, Mental health problems, Not having health insurance, Safe and affordable housing, Sexual
 assault, Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), Substance abuse, Tobacco use/vaping, Vision. Other was an option for this
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Availability of Care
This report presents the
findings derived from a
represented sample of 497
residents from the Village of
Skokie, gathered between
September 29, 2021, and
November 17, 2021. The
margin of error for all
respondents was 4%, with a
response rate of 19%. To
ensure the accuracy of the
results, the survey data were
weighted to align with the
demographic profile of adults in Skokie. Among the notable results, the majority of participants
expressed satisfaction with healthcare services, highlighting their affordability and availability.


 Mortality Data
Top Causes
Skokie, like the general United States population, experienced similar leading causes of death in
2020, with cancer, heart diseases, and COVID-19 being the primary culprits. The crude death rate in
Skokie for 2020 was 1,018.96 per 100,000 people, which closely mirrored the rates reported for
Cook County and the state of Illinois. However, it's important to note that this crude death rate
showed an increase from 2018, likely attributed to the emergence of the novel COVID-19 virus.
According to the City Health Dashboard, the average life expectancy in Skokie stands at 81.7 years,
which is approximately three years longer than the average life expectancy of 78.6 years for Cook
County. This suggests that Skokie's overall health outcomes are comparatively better.
When analyzing Emergency Medical Services data from the Skokie Fire Department, national trends
of disparities among potentially life-threatening illnesses were observed, particularly among
younger individuals from Black and Hispanic populations compared to White populations. The
presence of a higher percentage of older White and Asian populations in Skokie might also indicate
some disparities in life expectancy among Black and Hispanic populations, as these groups have a
lower average age.
In summary, Skokie's leading causes of death align with the national trend, but its crude death rate
has increased due to the impact of COVID-19. Nonetheless, the city boasts a relatively higher
average life expectancy compared to Cook County, though disparities in health outcomes persist
among different racial and ethnic groups

Years of Potential Life Lost - YPLL
Skokie's overall years of potential life lost (YPLL) per 100,000 individuals in the population is
4,200. YPLL represents the estimated average years a person would have lived if they hadn't died
prematurely or before the age of 75. This personal measure helps to understand individual
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consolidates data from nearly 900 cities of various sizes, the reported YPLL is 7,759.4 per 100,000
individuals. It is an aspirational target for each community to approach or surpass this value, as
having a YPLL above this average would indicate higher years of potential life lost among residents.
When examining YPLL by race, the data shows that Black and Hispanic Skokie residents have YPLL
values above the dashboard average. Black residents have a YPLL of 15,000 per 100,000
individuals, while Hispanic residents have a YPLL of 5,800 per 100,000 individuals. In contrast, the
dashboard average of 7,759.4 per 100,000 individuals signifies better life expectancy outcomes
compared to the average.
A plausible reason for the difference in YPLL between Black Skokie residents and others is the
higher incidence of cardiovascular disease deaths, colorectal cancer deaths, and breast cancer
deaths within this racial group. Despite making up only about 10% of the population, Black
residents experience disproportionately negative outcomes in certain illnesses that lead to
premature or general death compared to other racial and ethnic groups. Addressing this health
disparity should be a focal point for improvement in the future.
Shifting the focus to specific diseases, in 2020, Skokie recorded 120 deaths due to heart disease, 46
deaths due to cerebrovascular disease, and 125 deaths due to cancer. Additionally, in 2016, there
were 24 deaths caused by accidents. In both 2018 and 2020, 21 and 19 deaths among Skokie
residents, respectively, were attributed to accidents.
In summary, Skokie's YPLL indicates an area for potential improvement in overall life expectancy,
particularly concerning the health outcomes of Black and Hispanic residents. Addressing disparities
in cardiovascular disease and cancer-related deaths could help enhance life expectancy in the
community. Additionally, continued efforts to reduce accidental deaths are essential for promoting
overall well-being and longevity in Skokie.

 Crude Mortality Rate per 100,000 People
 Source: IDPH Vital Records
 1200
 1,019 1,018.7 1,054.2
 1000 883.3 836.2 846.3 863.4
 785.8 793.3
  800
  600
  400
  200
 0
 2016 2018 2020
 Skokie Cook County Illinois


 Heart Disease Deaths per 100,000
 2016 2018 2020
 Skokie 165.1 209.6 180.7
 Illinois 195.4 201.3 218

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 Cerebrovascular Disease Deaths per 100,000
 2016 2018 2020
 Skokie 49.3 52.8 69.2
 Illinois 44.2 45.9 53.7
 Cancer Deaths per 100,000
 2016 2018 2020
 Skokie 363.4 183.2 188.2
 Illinois 190.6 186.7 190.6


 Providers
Mental Health Providers
The Village boasts an impressive ratio of mental health
providers to residents served, standing at 1 provider for
every 245.6 residents served, surpassing the national
average of 1:350. This indicates that the Village enjoys a
relatively higher number of providers serving residents per
capita compared to most areas in the U.S. However, it is
crucial to note that this data alone does not guarantee
better access to mental health care for Skokie residents. Access to mental health care depends on
various factors, including the availability of appointments.
For a more comprehensive understanding, we need to consider the number of available
appointments for Skokie residents, which the current data does not include. Although the zip code
60077 boasts the highest provider-to-residents served ratio at 1:77, and 60203 has the lowest at
1:452, it's essential to keep in mind that these figures only account for providers serving Skokie.
The data does not encompass online or temporary providers.
To gauge the true accessibility of mental health care in Skokie, a more detailed analysis of
appointment availability and distribution of mental health resources would be necessary. This
information would offer a more complete picture of the mental health support available to the
residents of the Village and help determine the overall quality of care.

Primary Care Providers
In the Village, there is an average ratio of one primary care
provider for every 115.4 residents, which indicates that the
Village is surpassing the national average of 1:1310 by a
significant margin. Comparatively, the highest ratio is
found in zip code 60203, with 1:41.2, while the lowest ratio
can be seen in zip code 60076, with 1:161.9.
It is essential to note that this data only accounts for providers serving Skokie and does not include
online providers, federal physicians, or physicians over 75 years old. However, hospital residents
are considered in this data analysis. This exceptional performance in primary care availability
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 Food Security and Access
Skokie residents, including those who are unhoused, can access food resources through the Niles
Township Food Pantry. This pantry keeps a comprehensive record of its service users,
encompassing the total number of individuals and households benefitting from its assistance.
Additionally, it tracks the number of households that have been receiving SNAP and have relied on
the food pantry's services for the past five years.
Recently, the food pantry has taken steps to gather more detailed information from the individuals
it serves. This data collection aims to provide a better understanding of the recipients and their
needs. The information shared here is just a glimpse of the critical data being collected through
surveys conducted by the pantry.
While some income information is being gathered, it's worth noting that slightly over half of the
respondents answered "unknown" when asked about their income. Despite this limitation, it
remains valuable for the pantry to assess the demographics and trends to improve its outreach and
support. As of 2022, the food pantry has been instrumental in supporting the community, with
27.2% of households benefiting from public food assistance or SNAP services.

 Food Pantry Usage by Type of Household and Year
 Source: Niles Township Food Pantry
 Individuals Households SNAP Households
 2018 68,145 22,774 12,473
 2019 75,093 23,455 12,814
 2020 61,481 19,131 9,725
 2021 59,272 19,028 8,294
 2022 68,192 26,627 4,937


 Type of Income
 Source: Niles Township Food Pantry
 Unknown 1,868
 No Income 616
 Undisclosed 297
 Social Security (SSA) 239
 Employment Income 221
 Social Security Disability Insurance (SSI) 153
 Part-time Employment 72
 Pension or Retirement Fund 31
 Other 14
 Unemployment Compensation 14
 Don’t Know 8
 Didn’t Ask 7
 Money from Relatives 4
 Child Support 3
 Alimony 1
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 Maternal and Child Health
Births
Births by Skokie
residents experienced Skokie Live Births
an 11% decline from Source: IDPH Vital Statistics
2015 to 2019, mirroring 750 689
the decrease observed 666




 Number of Births
 700 646 629 612
in both Cook County and 650
 575
Illinois during the same 600
period. All three regions 550
witnessed a reduction in 500
live births between 450
2015 and 2019. 400
 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
According to the Illinois
 Skokie
Department of Public
Health's report for 2020,
575 women gave birth in Skokie. Among them, 15 were aged 15 to 19, 317 were aged 20 to 34, and
256 were aged 35 to 50.

 Total Births in Skokie, Cook County, and Illinois
 Source: Illinois Department of Public Health
 2015 2017 2019 Percent Change
 2015-2019
 Skokie 689 646 612 -11.2%
 Cook County 68,793 64,358 59,027 -14.2%
 Illinois 158,101 149,390 140,145 -11.4%


Low Birth Weight
Skokie compiled
statistics on Low Low Birth Weight Rates
Birth Weight (LBW) Source: Illinois Department of Public Health
and Very Low Birth 10.00%
Weight (VLBW) 9.00%
infants. LBW is 8.00%




 Percent of Births
 6.60%
 7.00% 5.90%
defined as infants 6.00% 5.21%
 5.60%
weighing less than 4.59%4.90%
 5.00%
2,500 grams at birth 4.00% 2017
and is associated 3.00% 2020
 2.00%
with a higher
 1.00%
likelihood of 0.00%
experiencing delayed Skokie Evanston Oak Park
motor and social Municipality
development
compared to normal weight infants. Moreover, it increases the risk of school-age learning
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at birth and face a 24% higher chance of mortality within their first year compared to heavier
infants.
In alignment with Healthy People 2030, a key goal was set to reduce the occurrence of LBW infants
to no more than 7.8% of all births and VLBW infants to no more than 1.4% of all births. In 2019,
there were 21 instances of live births in Skokie where infants had a low birth weight, resulting in an
incidence rate of 3.4%. This rate is lower than the Healthy People 2020 threshold goal of 7.8%,
indicating positive progress in addressing LBW births. However, in the same year, there were 15
instances of live births in Skokie where infants had a very low birth weight, leading to an incidence
rate of 2.5%. This rate surpasses the Healthy People 2020 goal of 1.4%, highlighting an area for
improvement in the future.
The elevated incidence of VLBW births in Skokie underscores the importance of maternal health,
making it a focal point in the Access to Healthcare priority item. Addressing maternal health and
implementing strategies to reduce VLBW births are crucial steps to achieving healthier birth
outcomes in the community.

Prenatal Care
Ensuring a healthy baby
begins with early prenatal Late/No Prenatal Care Rates
care—an essential focus Source: Illinois Department of Public Health
of Healthy People 2030. 50.00%
The primary objective is




 Percentage of Pregnancies
 45.00%
to elevate the percentage 40.00%
of pregnant women 35.00%
 28.53% 29.23%
receiving timely and 30.00%
 23.80%
sufficient prenatal care. 25.00% 19.48% 2017
While Skokie has made 20.00% 17.54% 17.54%
progress since 2017, the 15.00% 2020
latest data reveals that 10.00%
one out of every five 5.00%
expectant women still 0.00%
faces delayed or Skokie Evanston Oak Park
nonexistent access to Municipality
these crucial prenatal
services. Closing this gap is crucial to promoting the well-being of both mothers and babies in our
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WIC and SNAP
Skokie currently has
812 residents enrolled Groups Who Use WIC Benefits in 2019 and
in the WIC (Women, 2022
Infants, and Children Source: Illinois Department of Human Serivices
Special Supplemental 600
 487




 Number of Individuals
Nutrition Program), 500 426
encompassing various 400
races, ethnicities, and 300
age groups. The 163 162
 200
distribution among 87 88
 48 54
 100 22 21
these groups is as
 0
follows: 33% are Asian, Breastfeeding Children Infant Post Partum Pregnant
20% are Black, 45% are
White, less than 3% are 2019
of two or more races,
and 13% are Hispanic/Latino.
The majority of WIC participants, amounting to 60% in 2022, are households with children aged
between 1 and 4. It's worth noting that the ethnic and racial categories and their distributions have
remained relatively stable between 2019 and 2022. Unfortunately, due to a system change in data
collection, these two years are the most recent accessible data.
Presently, there are four locations in Skokie where residents can receive their WIC benefits. These
locations include CEDA in Albany Park, Morton Grove, and Howard, as well as the Asian Human
Services Family Care Center. However, it's important to mention that the Evanston location at
CEDA, which was operational in 2019, is no longer active.



 Emergency Medical Services
The Skokie Fire Department furnished the data on emergency medical services (EMS), which they
diligently offer round the clock throughout the entire year. Their duties encompass responding to
911 calls for service and administering pre-hospital emergency medical care to individuals,
ensuring they are safely transported to the nearest hospital whenever required. While Skokie
Hospital serves as the primary receiving hospital, Skokie EMS holds the authority to transport
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 Total EMS Calls Between 2019-2021
 Source: Skokie Fire Department

 Chronic Illness 10
 Obstetric 83
 Gastrointestinal 470




  Nature of Call
 Substance Use/Abuse 550
 Cardiac 1,417
 Mental Health 1,444
 Respiratory 1,850
 Injury 2,328
 No Injury/Illness Found 2,881
 Acute Pain or Illness 3,518
 Other Acute Illness/Pain/Condition 3,810
 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 4,000 4,500

 Frequency

From January 2019 to December 2021, we have access to a dataset containing EMS incident
descriptions, emergency date and time, incident location, race, and age information. The data is
organized into 11 categories, which include acute pain/illness, cardiac issues, chronic illness,
gastrointestinal problems, injuries, mental health cases, instances with no injury/illness found,
obstetric emergencies, other acute illness/pain/conditions, respiratory issues, and substance
use/abuse incidents. Throughout this period, a total of 18,361 EMS calls were recorded. Notably,
the most frequently reported reason for these calls was "other acute illness/pain/condition."
 Category Reason for Call 2019 2020 2021
 Acute Pain or Acute pain 450 382 557
 Illness Back Pain 145 115 126
 Cardiac Chronic pain 36 29 55
 Eye Pain 10 14 12
 Generalized abdominal pain 148 129 177
 Headache 64 57 36
 Seizures with status 52 36 34
 epilepticus
 Seizures without status 86 77 84
 epilepticus
 Stroke (CVA/TIA) 60 54 76
 Syncope and collapse 144 114 150
 TIA 3 4 2
 Cardiac Arrest 96 129 120
 Cardiac 46 41 53
 arrhythmia/dysrhythmia
 Chest Pain/Angina 217 186 266
 Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) 2 6 1
 Hypertension 41 48 67
 Hypotension 22 30 32
 STEMI 3 3 2
 STEMI, Inferior Wall 2 1 3
 Chronic Illness Cancer 7 1 1
 Sickle Cell Crisis 0 0 1

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 Gastrointestinal Constipation 10 14 10
 Illness Diarrhea 22 12 14
 GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux 1 1 4
 disease)
 Melena/Bloody Stool 6 9 11
 Nausea 23 29 27
 Nausea with vomiting 84 65 95
 Vomiting Blood (Hematemesis) 6 15 12
 Injury Burn 5 4 11
 Foreign body on external eye 1 0 0
 Head bleed 59 43 36
 Head injury 4 0 0
 Hemothorax, traumatic 1 0 0
 Injury of abdomen 15 11 12
 Injury of ankle 2 0 0
 Injury of eye and orbit 1 0 0
 Injury of face 105 104 105
 Injury of foot 4 0 0
 Injury of forearm 3 0 0
 Injury of head 152 135 134
 Injury of hip 58 50 62
 Injury of lower back 38 25 28
 Injury of lower leg 115 96 120
 Injury of neck 30 19 48
 Injury of nose 1 0 0
 Injury of pelvis 8 2 2
 Injury of upper arm 104 99 130
 Injury of upper leg 27 28 14
 Injury, unspecified 2 83 90
 Injury of wrist, hand, or fingers 102 0 0
  Mental Health Altered mental status 173 232 222
 Behavioral / psychiatric 276 254 287
 disorder
 No Injury No injury/illness found 793 1,032 1,056
 Obstetrics & Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding 10 6 14
 Gynecology Child Birth, no complications 1 1 2
 Child Birth, With 0 1 0
 Complications
 Labor/False labor 2 2 3
 Obstetric trauma, unspecified 1 0 0
 Other birth injuries to the 1 0 0
 newborn
 Pelvic and perineal pain 10 3 7
 Pre-eclampsia 1 0 1
 Pregnancy with contractions 6 3 7
 Respiratory distress of 1 0 0
 newborn
 Other Acute Allergic Reaction 40 32 48
Illness/Pain/Condi Anaphylactic shock 0 0 3
 tion Common cold 1 0
 Dehydration 3 3 6
 Dizziness 236 210 198
 Fever 49 82 71

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 Frostbite (Superficial) 2 0 2
 Frostbite (With Necrosis) 0 0 1
 General Illness 461 472 487
 Heat exhaustion 0 3 4
 Heatstroke 1 1 1
 Hemiplegia 0 0 1
 Hyperglycemia 45 24 36
 Hypoglycemia 30 28 29
 Hypothermia 4 0 2
 Malaise 11 5 7
 Migraine 4 4 2
 Nose Bleed 38 47 42
 Sepsis 1 1 11
 Suspected exposure/Health 4 3 2
 hazard contact
 Unspecified infectious disease 13 14 2
 Visual Disturbances 3 5 2
 Weakness 352 283 338
Substance Use/ Alcohol use 104 99 111
 Abuse Alcohol dependence with 18 9 23
 withdrawal
 Opioid related disorders 5 0 4
 Overdose 38 49 47
 Psychoactive substance related 21 8 14
 disorders, other
 Respiratory Acute bronchospasm 3 0 0
 Airway obstruction 16 14 19
 Asthma 12 5 7
 COPD with exacerbation 3 5 1
 Croup 1 1 3
 Non-Cardiac Chest Pain 32 33 20
 Pneumonia 3 0 0
 Pulmonary edema, acute 1 1 0
 Pulmonary embolism 1 0 0
 Respiratory distress 38 12 4
 Respiratory failure 4 1 3
 Shortness of Breath/Difficulty 423 615 566
 Breathing
 Suffocation/Asphyxia 2 0 1




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Mental Health Calls
The Skokie Fire
Department collected
data on the mental health
aspects of each service
call, including whether
the incidents involved
individuals with altered
mental states and
behavioral/psychiatric
disorders. Over the
period of 2019-2021,
they recorded a total of
627 cases involving calls
related to altered mental
status.
Upon analyzing the data
and graphing the findings
by age group, a notable
trend emerged. The data
demonstrated a significantly higher prevalence of altered mental states among individuals aged 55
and above.


Mental Health Distress
Mental distress, as defined by the Centers
for Disease Control (CDC) through the 500
Cities Project, refers to a state where mental
health is not good for 14 days out of 30
among adults aged 18 years or older. In the
latest data available for 2019, approximately
11.5% of individuals in Skokie reported
experiencing such mental distress. When
examining the data on a more granular level
by census tract, tract 8067 had the lowest
reported percentage at 9.1%, while tract
8074 had the highest reported percentage at
13.2%.
Comparatively, the average mental health
distress rate for cities in the CDC's 500 Cities
Project stands at 14.8%. This data indicates
that Skokie's overall mental health distress
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 Communicable Diseases
The Skokie Health and Human Services Department plays a vital role in managing a comprehensive
communicable disease program, encompassing disease surveillance, analysis, immunization, and
education. The state of Illinois utilizes the Illinois National Electronic Disease Surveillance System
(I-NEDSS) to report infectious diseases, and as a certified local health department, Skokie HHS can
access Skokie-specific communicable disease data through this system.
Analyzing trends for each communicable disease presents challenges due to the relatively low
annual incidence of most infectious diseases among Skokie residents, except for COVID-19 data,
which stands as an exception. Nevertheless, even for less common infectious diseases, available
data can still be examined to identify trends within the community.
In the data, some diseases have two distinct case statuses: "confirmed" and "probable." A
"confirmed case" indicates verification through a lab test, whereas a "probable case" means signs
are present consistent with a confirmed case, but a diagnostic test has not been completed or is
unavailable.

 Communicable Diseases, 2017-2021
 Source: IDPH
 Confirmed Case Probable Case Total Cases
 Campylobacteriosis 27 43 70
 Candida Auris, clinical 2 - 2
 Carbapenem Resistant Enterobacteriaceae 1 - 1
 Carbapenem Resistant Pseudomonas 1 - 1
 Aeruginosa
 COVID-19 10,628 - 10,628
 Cryptosporidiosis 2 - 2
 Cyclophorias 9 4 13
 Dengue 1 1 2
 Hemophilus Influenzae Invasive Disease 1 - 1
 Hepatitis A 2 - 2
 Hepatitis B Acute 2 - 2
 Hepatitis B Chronic 77 40 117
 Hepatitis C Virus Acute Infection 2 - 2
 Hepatitis C Virus Chronic Infection 60 31 91
 Histoplasmosis 1 - 1
 Influenza with ICU Hospitalization 53 3 56
 Legionellosis 9 - 9
 Listeria Invasive Disease 3 - 3
 Lyme Disease 14 2 16
 Malaria 1 - 1
 Measles 1 - 1
 Meningococcal (Neisseria Meningitidis) 1 - 1
 Invasive Disease
 Monkeypox 2 1 3
 MRSA in Infants less than 61 days 1 - 1
 Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome 1 - 1
 Mumps - 2 2
 Paratyphi A 1 - 1
 Pertussis 26 - 26
 Salmonellosis 33 - 33

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 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC)- Shiga 3 6 9
 toxin positive, non-O157 serotype
 Shigellosis 11 5 16
 Spotted Fever Rickettsioses - 1 1
 Streptococcal Disease Invasive Group A 6 - 6
 Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome 1 - 1
 TB Disease 1 - 1
 Typhoid Fever 4 - 4
 Varicella (Chickenpox) 4 5 9
 Vibriosis 1 1 2
 West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease 1 1 2
 Zika Virus Infection, Non-Congenital 1 - 1


Mosquitoes
The Northshore Mosquito Abatement District (NSMAD) is a local government agency dedicated to
safeguarding the well-being of 13 communities, including the Village of Skokie, by providing
services to control mosquitoes and to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses. Employing the principles
of integrated pest management, NSMAD's comprehensive mosquito abatement program
encompasses diverse services such as mosquito surveillance (utilizing mosquito trapping and batch
testing for viruses), source reduction, larval control, adult mosquito control, and public outreach
and education initiatives.
One of NSMAD's crucial functions involves providing valuable data on mosquito testing in Skokie,
including the number of batches tested each year and the percentage of positive batches.
Additionally, the agency tracks and reports data on human West Nile Virus cases and related
fatalities through the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), allowing for meaningful
comparisons across various counties and localities. For Skokie residents, the reported number of
human West Nile Virus cases remained at a reassuring 0 cases between 2019 and 2021.

 Batch Testing of Mosquitoes for West Nile Virus
 Source: North Shore Mosquito Abatement District & Cook County DPH WNV Surveillance Reports
 # of Positive
 # Batches
 Location Year Mosquito % Positive
 Tested
 Batches
 Skokie 102 379 26.9%
 2019
 Cook County 374 5,340 7.0%
 Skokie 133 404 32.9%
 2020
 Cook County 1,899 7,158 26.5%
 Skokie 123 347 35.4%
 2021
 Cook County 1,878 7,470 25.1%
 Skokie 1 86 1.2%
 2022
 Cook County 1 1,139 0.1%




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 Sexually Transmitted Infections
Sexually transmitted disease statistics were gathered from the Illinois Department of Public Health.
For the purposes of this assessment, STIs include Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and HIV. *Note that
Syphilis cases are not reported because case data was not available.


Chlamydia & Gonorrhea
 In Skokie, Chlamydia
remains the Cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections
predominant STI, with Source: Illinois Deaprtment of Public Health
770 cases reported 160 144 149
during the period from 135 135 133
 140




 Number of Case
2017 to 2021. This 120
prevalence is consistent 100
with historical data 80
 60 42 43
from 2010 to 2014 28 35 30
 40
when 145 cases of
 20
Chlamydia were 0
reported, significantly Chlamydia Gonorrhea
surpassing the 22 Type of Sexually Transmitted Infection
reported cases of
Gonorrhea during the 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
same timeframe.


HIV
Skokie has a low prevalence of HIV cases, with only 33 individuals living with HIV and 43 with AIDS
as of December 2020. Over the period of 2013 to 2020, there were 24 new HIV diagnoses and 18
new AIDS diagnoses in the Village. In comparison to neighboring areas, Skokie stands out for its
significantly lower rate of HIV and AIDS cases per 100,000 people.

 Cumulative Diagnosis Rates per 100,000 of HIV or AIDS
 (Source: Illinois Department of Public Health, 2013-2022)
 Location HIV Cases Diagnosed AIDS Cases Diagnosed
 Skokie 36 27
 Evanston 79 46
 Oak Park 83 38




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 Environmental Sustainability
 The Village of Skokie has been actively pursuing environmental sustainability through its
2016-2021 Environmental Sustainability Plan, aimed at guiding both municipal and
community efforts in this direction. Building upon the success of this previous plan, the
Village took a step further by enlisting the expertise of an external consultant in April 2022.
The objective was to develop an updated Environmental Sustainability Plan, extending its
scope and impact until 2030. This new plan sought to incorporate strategies and actions to
address environmental sustainability and bolster climate resilience in the community.
To ensure a comprehensive approach, the updated Sustainability Plan involved various
assessments, including a greenhouse gas inventory, a climate vulnerability assessment, a
study on ground cover, heat island, and carbon sequestration, as well as a sustainability
baseline assessment. These assessments were instrumental in gathering essential data to
support the formulation of effective strategies.
In this report, we will present noteworthy findings from the Sustainability Plan's Climate
Change category. Additionally, pertinent information related to the physical environment
will be detailed under the heading "Physical Environment."
By implementing the updated plan, the Village of Skokie aimed to fortify its commitment to
sustainability and tackle the challenges posed by climate change head-on, fostering a more
resilient and environmentally conscious community.

Greenhouse Gas Inventory
In Fall 2021, the Delta Institute was commissioned to conduct a baseline greenhouse gas
inventory for the Village of Skokie. The inventory revealed that community activities were
responsible for emitting 673,993 Metric Tons of CO2 equivalent (MTCO2e), while Village
operations contributed an additional 7,226 MTCO2e. This report marked the first
comprehensive year of inventoried emissions, making it challenging to establish a clear
trend. The importance of addressing climate change is well-recognized, as evidenced by the
United States and numerous other countries signing a legally binding international treaty
on climate change on December 12, 2015. This treaty aims to limit the global average
temperature increase to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels and pursue efforts to
restrict it to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. To align with these ambitious global goals,
the Village of Skokie has taken the initiative to reduce global temperature increases. It has
outlined various strategies in the Villages 2022 Environmental Sustainability Plan,
demonstrating a commitment to promoting environmental sustainability and combating
climate change.
 Term Target Reduction Target Year
 Short (5 years) 21% 2027
 Medium (10 years) 42% 2032
 Long (15 years) 63% 2037



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This table represents the benchmarks to reducing the greenhouse gas emissions of the Village
aiming for a 4.2% annual linear reduction.

The Inventory presented several effective strategies that the Village could adopt to
significantly reduce community emissions. The primary approach involves implementing
an EnergyStar Portfolio Manager for all Village-owned properties, enabling the tracking of
natural gas, electricity, water consumption, and waste production.
Another crucial step is to collaborate with Nicor Gas and ComEd to capitalize on energy
efficiency program incentives. This initiative encompasses assessments, rebates, and
educational opportunities for the Village, helping to optimize energy usage and lower
emissions. Once energy efficiency efforts have been maximized, the Village could explore
investing in solar photovoltaic installations for renewable energy. This option is best
considered for municipal facilities, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly
energy mix.
Additionally, the Village can explore reducing natural gas consumption by promoting
electrification. This involves transitioning to electric vehicles and electric-based heating or
cooling systems. By shifting away from natural gas usage, the Village can further enhance
its commitment to a greener and cleaner future

Climate Vulnerability Assessment
The Assessment took a distinct approach by focusing primarily on climate change
adaptation rather than mitigation. By adopting an adaptation lens, the aim was to prepare
for and respond effectively to the current and anticipated climate changes. This assessment
is a vital component of the broader Village of Skokie Sustainability Plan, with a specific
focus on understanding how climate change may disproportionately affect the most
vulnerable members of the community. Through this comprehensive analysis, critical
vulnerabilities are identified, and strategic goals and actions are proposed. Based on the
current trajectory of emissions, the assessment reveals concerning projections for the
future. The analysis indicates that if no action is taken to address the issue, the region can
expect hotter days, increased precipitation, and more frequent droughts. Additionally, the
findings highlight the likelihood of heightened occurrences of severe weather patterns,
greater allergen levels, and a rise in vector-borne illnesses. In summary, the Assessment
provides invaluable insights
into the potential impacts of
climate change on the
Village of Skokie and offers a
roadmap for enhancing
resilience and minimizing
risks faced by the most
susceptible segments of the
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Village can take crucial steps towards safeguarding its residents and fostering a sustainable
future.
According to the assessment, people or communities have a greater or lesser vulnerability
to health risks in relation to climate change based on age, social, political, and economic
factors, which are better known as the social determinants of health. The most vulnerable
populations include; children, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, individuals with
economic stress, people of color, food insecure individuals, and individuals without access
to a vehicle. The different vulnerabilities of these populations are tabulated below, as
outlined by the assessment.




Ground Cover, Heat Island, and Carbon Sequestration Study
This study aimed to enhance our comprehension of the significance and consequences of
tree canopy, grass, and impervious surface coverage concerning environmental impacts
and future climate change strategies. The findings underscore the pivotal role of trees in
promoting community health, enhancing air and water quality, reducing building energy
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The study highlights several priority areas for improvement in the Skokie community, with
one notable suggestion being turf reduction. Currently, 97.7% of Skokie's grass lands
consist of manicured lawns, presenting a significant opportunity for enhancement and
reduction. By decreasing this percentage, the community can experience benefits such as
increased stormwater uptake, reduced usage of potable water, and enhanced soil carbon
levels.
Additionally, a Tree Stock Value has been calculated for Skokie, which takes into account
the existing tree canopy and lawn/shrub areas. This measure serves as a valuable guideline
for the Village to fairly enhance tree canopy coverage throughout the entire community.
Based on this score, a comprehensive annual plan to achieve the 2040 Tree Canopy
Coverage Goal has been developed. As a recommendation, the Skokie community should
aim to increase its canopy coverage, especially in priority areas, to approximately 31% by
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Sustainability Baseline Assessment
The Village of Skokie developed the
2016-2021 Environmental
Sustainability Plan to provide
comprehensive guidance for
municipal and community efforts in
advancing sustainability. This action
plan covers various sectors crucial
to achieving sustainability goals,
including transportation,
equipment, and mobility; land use
and housing; building and energy;
waste management; waste and
wastewater; food systems; open
space and ecosystems; public health
and wellness; and sustainable
economy. Notably, the plan takes
into account interconnections
between these sectors, recognizing
that certain considerations, such
as air quality, equity, climate
adaptation, and climate
mitigation, have cross-sector
impacts and are addressed
holistically rather than in
isolation.
The study revealed that
approximately 8% of workers in
Skokie enjoy a commute time of
less than 10 minutes, presenting
an opportunity for these
individuals to consider
alternative and more sustainable transportation options like biking or walking, instead of
relying solely on single commuter vehicles. The pedestrian-friendly nature of the Skokie
community, with a high walkability score of 86 (classified as "very walkable"), and a good
score in bike-ability, further support the promotion of these sustainable travel choices.
However, there is room for improvement in Skokie's public transit, which received a
significantly lower score of 46.
Skokie faces energy efficiency challenges, particularly in its older commercial and
residential buildings aged over 10 years. To address this issue, both sectors could benefit
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outlined in this study would enable the community to achieve the emission reductions
outlined in the adjacent chart.
By following the guidelines and recommendations set forth in the Environmental
Sustainability Plan, Skokie can make significant strides toward a more sustainable and
environmentally friendly future. The plan's holistic approach, considering various sectors
and interconnections, ensures a comprehensive and effective strategy in advancing
sustainability within the community.

Lead
Exposure to lead may increase
an individual’s blood lead levels 8069 8068.01
which are associated with a Lead Exposure
range of adverse health effects, Risk Index by
including behavioral problems, Census Tract 6 6
 (Lower values
impaired brain and nervous indicate better 6
system function, slowed outcomes; Source: 8067
development, and poor school Department of
 8070 8068.02
 Population Health,
performance. To assess overall NYU Langone 8 8 6
lead exposure risk, the lead Health. City Health 8071
exposure risk index combines Dashboard.
 https://www.cityhe
factors such as housing althdashboard.com) 7
conditions and poverty levels in 6 8072
a city or census tract. Skokie 8074 8075
has scored 8 on this index,
 8073 7 6
while Chicago scored 5.5 and
with this metric a lower score 8077 7
indicates better outcomes. The
 7
higher index score in Skokie
might be explained by the fact
that the Village of Skokie is 6 8076
considered to have an older
housing stock, with each of its
three zip codes considered 8078
“high-risk” according to the
Illinois Department of Public
Health (IDPH).
Recognizing the potential dangers of lead exposure, the IDPH and the Center for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC) have identified testing for lead in children's blood as a
crucial preventive measure. In June 2023, IDPH designated all three of Skokie's Zip Codes
(60076, 60077, and 60203) as high-risk areas for lead exposure due to the age of housing
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evaluated and tested for lead exposure before enrolling in daycare, preschool, or
kindergarten. This requirement was not in place before June 2023.
As a result of this change, more children will undergo lead testing, leading to an increase in
the number of children qualifying for Nursing Case Management through the Skokie Health
and Human Services (HHS) Department. HHS serves as the IDPH delegate agency for
managing cases of children with confirmed Elevated Blood Lead Levels (EBLLs). When a
child's blood lead level is confirmed to be 5 μg/dL or higher, HHS nursing staff engage in
case management. They work closely with the child's parents/guardians to connect them
with social services, conduct home visits, refer cases for environmental investigation, and
provide education and outreach for each case. This comprehensive approach aims to
mitigate the adverse effects of lead exposure on children's health and well-being.


Park Access
Park access is the percent of the population that lives within a 10-minute walk of green
space. Green space includes public, local, state owned parks, national parks, school parks,
and private parks allowed for public use. On average, the City Health Dashboard reports
that around 60% of the population lives within a 10-minute walk to green space. According
to the dashboard, 95.2% of Skokie residents have park access within a 10-minute walk.
This value is much higher than the average in other cities that participate in the dashboard.

This value was broken down by race and ethnicity within the Skokie community as well.
Amongst the Asian population in Skokie, which is about 27% of the entire community
population, 94.8% have park access. This is about 40% more than other dashboard
communities. Not only does the Asian community in Skokie have elevated park access, but
Black, Hispanic and White populations also have much higher park access in the Skokie
community than other dashboard cities.




Walkability
Walkability is a crucial metric designed to underscore a city's urban planning and its
support for walking and physical activity. The City Dashboard reveals that residents in
neighborhoods with a high walkability rating are notably more active, potentially leading to
improved health outcomes such as reduced rates of diabetes and obesity. Skokie stands out
with an impressive walkability score of 65.7, significantly surpassing the dashboard's
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 Sentinel Events
The Village of Skokie’s first case of COVID-19 was reported in March 2020. Since then there have
been a total of 22,648 cases, 831 hospitalizations and 220 deaths through October 2022.
The Skokie Health and Human Services Department swiftly commenced administering COVID-19
vaccinations as soon as they became available. Initially, the Department set up a large mass
vaccination clinic, which later transitioned to an appointment-only system at the HHS clinic within
Skokie Village Hall. The Department started by offering both Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19
vaccines until July 1, 2022, when they decided to exclusively provide the Moderna vaccine on-site.
In response to the recommendations and guidelines issued by the CDC, the Department began
offering vaccinations for
children aged 6 months
through 5 years old in mid- Percent of COVID-19 Cases by Race
 Source: Skokie Health and Human Services Department
June 2022. Simultaneously,
they continued to serve all
other residents in need of
vaccination. It's worth 6%
 White
noting that the Department 10%
 No response given 30%
remains proactive in
updating its policies in Other
 15%
accordance with the latest Asian
guidance from the Illinois
 Unknown
Department of Public
 Black 16% 22%
Health (IDPH) and the
Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC).



 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 by Month
 Source: Skokie Health and Human Serivces Department

 2548
 3000

 2500




 Number of Cases
 2000
 1431
 1063
 1500

 1000 649
 418 501 473
 338 298 362 370 384 279 324
 500 126 136 160 219 178 214
 49 106
 1 1
 0

 Feb-20 Mar-20 May-20 Nov-20 Feb-21 May-21 Nov-21
 Jan-20 Apr-20 Jun-20 Jul-20 Aug-20 Sep-20 Oct-20 Dec-20 Jan-21 Mar-21 Apr-21 Jun-21 Jul-21 Aug-21 Sep-21 Oct-21 Dec-21

 Month

 COVID-19 Cases


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 COVID-19 Deaths per Month 2020-2021
 Source: Skokie Health and Human Services Department
 35 32
 30
 30




 Number of Deaths
 25

 20
 15
 15 13 12
 9 9 10 9
 10
 5 6 6 6
 4 3 3
 5 2 2 2
 1 1 1
 0

 Jan-20 Feb-20 Mar-20 Apr-20 May-20 Jun-20 Jul-20 Aug-20 Sep-20 Oct-20 Nov-20 Dec-20 Jan-21 Feb-21 Mar-21 Apr-21 May-21 Jun-21 Jul-21 Aug-21 Sep-21 Oct-21 Nov-21 Dec-21

 Months

 COVID-19 Deaths



 Number of Vaccinated Skokie Residents
 Source: Skokie Health & Human Services Dept.
 2021 2022
 < 5 years old 2 275
 5 to 9 years 1,043 1,329
 10 to 14 years 1,443 1,601
 15 to 19 years 2,110 1,378
 20 to 24 years 2,190 885
 25 to 29 years 2,249 733
 30 to 34 years 2,441 777
 35 to 39 years 2,665 820
 40 to 44 years 2,908 750
 45 to 49 years 2,735 811
 50 to 54 years 2,304 1,483
 55 to 59 years 2,262 1,591
 60 to 64 years 2,186 1,905
 65 to 69 years 2,000 2,211
 70 to 74 years 1,575 1,925
 75 to 79 years 960 1,362
 80 to 84 years 670 800
 ≥ 85 years 811 820
Total Number Vaccinated 32,554 21,456 Total= 54,010
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Community Themes & Strengths Assessment
In order to gain insight into the prevailing themes and strengths of the Skokie community, a
community health survey was conducted. To ensure inclusivity and accessibility, the survey
was made available to the public for a duration of one month and thoughtfully translated
into six languages commonly spoken in the Skokie community: English, Spanish, Tagalog,
Russian, Farsi, and Arabic.
Out of an estimated 67,824 residents in Skokie, an encouraging total of 1,164 residents
actively participated in the survey, representing approximately 2% of the population.
While this response rate may seem modest, the gathered data holds significant value in
assessing specific themes and strengths within the vibrant Skokie community.

 Data on Survey Respondents
Age
The responses to the surveys when broken down by age are representative of the age
groups in the Skokie community. About the same percent of each age group that is found in
Skokie responded respectively to the survey.

 Survey Respondents by Age
 400

 350

 300




 Frequency (No.)
 250

 200

 150

 100

 50
 50 347 272 320 148 26
 0

 20-34 35-49 50-64 65-74 75-84 85 or older




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Race
The survey results revealed a
significant majority of 76%
identifying as White respondents.
However, it's worth noting that
according to the latest data from the
United States Census Bureau, only
55% of Skokie residents are White.
This disparity in data raises concerns
about accurately representing the
opinions of community members
from other racial backgrounds, who
actually constitute a larger
percentage of the Skokie community
than the survey reflects.




 Socioeconomic Data
Income and Housing
The survey aimed to gauge the affordability of housing in Skokie and the financial strain it places on
residents in relation to their income. Respondents were asked to estimate the portion of their
monthly income allocated to housing expenses, including rent or mortgage payments. It is generally
recommended that individuals or households spend 30% or less of their monthly income on
housing.
The data was further analyzed, considering both race and age groups. The majority of respondents
across all racial backgrounds and age groups reported spending less than 25% or between 26-50%
of their monthly income on housing. However, concerning figures were observed among specific
demographics. For instance, 25% of Native Americans and Alaska Natives, and 19% of Black
respondents indicated that they spend more than 50% of their monthly income on housing,
suggesting a significant financial burden for some individuals within these communities.
This analysis sheds light on the housing affordability disparities in Skokie, emphasizing the need for
targeted measures to alleviate the economic strain experienced by certain racial groups and age
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situation for all residents. When analyzed by age, most older respondents spend about 25% or less
of their monthly
income on housing. Among All Races, "What percent of your monthly
The 49 or younger income is spent paying for your home or
age group is more
likely to spend residence?"
more of their Less than 25%  About 25% 26-50% More than 50%
monthly income on
housing, spending 100% 4% 11%
 90% 13% 19%
between 26-50% of 25% 22%
 80%
their monthly 29%



 Frequency (%)
 70% 31%
income on housing. 60% 25% 34% 24%
 50% 26%
 22%
 40% 16%
 30%
 50% 49%
 20% 33% 34%
 31%
 10%
 0%
 NA/AN Asian Black/AA White 2 or more
 Races
 Race Group



Rent Costs/Burden
Based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the median
gross rent cost in the Village of Skokie is $1,287 per
month. Zip code 60076 has the highest proportion of
rentals exceeding $1,000. The report indicates that
54.1% of Skokie residents face rent burden, which
means they spend over 30% of their household income
on rent. The census tract 8077 exhibits the highest
percentage of residents experiencing rent burden at
84.9%, while 8067 has the lowest percentage at 0%.
However, it is essential to exercise caution when
interpreting these numbers as certain rentals, such as
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Housing Occupancy
In the Village of Skokie, there are a total of 22,503 housing units, with 93.2% of them currently
occupied. The remaining 6.8% are reported as vacant. Among the occupied units, a majority of
72.2% are owned by their residents, while the remaining 27.8% are rented.




Household Income Spent on Housing
The percentage of income spent on housing
varies significantly among different income
brackets. Lower-income individuals allocate a
higher portion of their income to housing
costs. For instance, a considerable number of
households earning less than $20,000 spend
30% or more on housing. On the other hand,
higher-income individuals, earning $75,000
or more, tend to spend a smaller proportion
of their income, with many households in this
bracket spending less than 20% on housing.
The middle-income bracket, ranging from
$50,000 to $74,999, shows a more balanced
distribution of housing expenditure. Each
group within this
bracket allocates
 Among All Ages, "What percent of your
approximately 6% of
their income to housing monthly income is spent paying for your
costs. home or residence?"
 Source: Skokie Community Health Assessment

 Less than 25% About 25% 26-50% More than 50%
 4% 2%
 100% 8% 9% 9% 12%
 12% 13%
 12%
 80%




 Frequency (%)
 25% 20%
 35% 24%
 60%
 49% 20%
 40%
 31%
 24%
 20%
 20% 25% 46% 60% 65% 76%
 0%
 20-34 35-49 50-64 65-74 75-84 85 or older
 Age Group (Years)



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Housing Burden
Upon analyzing specific census tracts, it becomes
evident that 8077 exhibits the highest percentage of
individuals allocating 30% or more of their income
towards housing expenses. On the contrary, census
tract 8067 displays the lowest percentage of such
individuals. Overall, within the Village, approximately
35% of households spend 30% or more of their
income on housing, aligning closely with the national
average of 34.2%.




Transportation Data
Out of the 1,200 people surveyed, 93.6%
reported experiencing no transportation Transportation Barrier by Age
 Source: Skokie Community Health Assessment
barriers in the last 12 months. However, for
those who did face obstacles, the age group 25%
 19.6%




 Percent of Age Group
between 20 and 34 reported the highest 20%
transportation barriers at 19.6%, while seniors 15%
aged 65 and above reported the lowest 10% 6.3% 7.0%
transportation barriers at only 3.8%. 3.8%
 5%
 0%
 Transportation barrier

 20-34 35-49 50-64 65+




 Discrimination Data
Participants were requested to indicate any locations in the Village where they might have
experienced discrimination. This data was then analyzed both by race and in a broader context to
shed light on the prevalence of discrimination within the community.
The findings revealed that the most commonly reported locations where individuals felt
discrimination occurred were in street/public settings, workplaces, schools, and during the job
application process. However, it is noteworthy that the proportion of respondents affirming
experiencing discrimination in these places accounted for only about 33% or less of the total
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This question was also analyzed by races. For this analysis, respondents who self-identified as
White were excluded to analyze the discrimination experienced by the respondents of color. This is
important as the survey respondents were skewed, and the White population was overrepresented
in survey responses when compared to its percentage in the general population. This table shows
the number of respondents who answered in the affirmative, that they did experience
discrimination, and in which places they identified as feeling discriminated against in.


 Among POC, “Have you ever experienced discrimination in
 any of the following areas?”
 Asian (n=125) Black (n=34) ≥ 2 Races (n=39) AI/AN and PI (n=5)
 1 2 2 1 2 3 2
 100% 2 2




  Frequency (%) Answered Yes
 90% 28 21 21 11 20 23 15
 10 10
 80%
 70% 21 21
 13 19 12
 60% 17 16 12
 14
 50% 58
 40% 46 42
 39 34
 30% 16 17
 13 16
 20%
 10%
 0%
 School Getting Work Housing Medical Customer Credit, Street or Police or
 hired or Care Service bank loans, Public Court
 job mortgage Setting System
 Setting of Discrimination




 Have you ever experienced discrimination in any of the
 following areas? (All Races)
 1400




 Frequency of Yes or No
 1200
 1000
 800 784 778 800 840 940 1002 1034 1033 1032
 600
 400
 200 389 384 340 322 234 170 138 137 131
 0 No
 Yes




 Setting of Discrimination


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 Local Public Health Assessment
Scoring and Notes
This Local Public Health Assessment was completed looking at the competencies and essential
services provided by the Skokie Health and Human Services Department. This was an internal
assessment completed with input from the Director of Health and Human Services, the Community
Health Services Supervisor, a long-standing employee of the department, the Environmental Health
Supervisor, and the Public Health Coordinator. This assessment only assessed the Skokie HHS
system; therefore, it must be noted that there are certain areas that are not possible to be fully
represented, due to exclusions of the other systems. The Skokie HHS is a state-certified municipal
public health department. In addition to the HHS, there are several other public health stakeholders
and services that play a crucial role in ensuring public health in Skokie. These include, but are not
limited to, the Northshore University Healthcare system, three local Federally Qualified Health
Centers, local medical providers, pharmacies, and schools. These entities collectively address a wide
range of competencies that may not be fully addressed by the HHS alone. In future assessments,
HHS will consider including the other public health stakeholders in this assessment, rather than
attempting to improve or expand the responsibilities of the HHS and HHS’s duties in the public
health sector. A focus on improving competencies that scored the lowest, will be the priority of this
IPLAN cycle.
 The following scale was used to score each essential service.
 - 0%: No Activity
 - 25%: Minimal Activity
 - 50%: Moderate Activity
 - 75%: Significant Activity
 - 100%: Optimal Activity

Essential Service 1: Monitor Health Status to Identify Community Health Problems
Average Score: 81.25
The Skokie Health and Human Services (HHS) has demonstrated commendable efforts in
maintaining population health registries. These registries serve as valuable repositories of health
data, enabling comprehensive assessments of the community's well-being and other related
analyses. The HHS adopts state-of-the-art technology and methodologies to monitor, analyze,
present, and visualize data. However, as with any system, there is always scope for improvement.
Given the size of the HHS staff, conducting in-depth geographic analyses to identify priority
problem areas across the community can be challenging. Nonetheless, the HHS has managed to
provide a satisfactory level of service in fulfilling this critical function.
To enhance their services further, the HHS could focus on two key areas. Firstly, investing in
technological advancements would facilitate more in-depth and efficient analyses of health data.
This could involve leveraging emerging data analytics tools and artificial intelligence to gain deeper
insights into the health concerns of the community.
Secondly, promoting greater community involvement in the process of community health
assessments would be beneficial. Engaging with the residents, local organizations, and healthcare
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approach fosters a collaborative effort to address health challenges and ensures that the
assessments accurately reflect the needs and concerns of the people they serve.
In conclusion, while the Skokie HHS does an admirable job in maintaining population health
registries and conducting community health assessments, there are opportunities for improvement.
By embracing technological advancements and fostering community involvement, the HHS can
enhance its ability to address the evolving health needs of the community effectively.

Essential Service 2: Diagnose and Investigate Health Problems and Health Hazards
Average Score: 92.5
The HHS proactively engages with licensed laboratories to address public health needs consistently,
even in challenging times like pandemics and emergencies. Additionally, it actively participates in
comprehensive surveillance systems at all levels while keeping essential resources and information
up-to-date, ensuring their readiness for emergencies.
However, there are areas where the HHS could further enhance its effectiveness. One crucial aspect
is the development and continuous updating of written materials to expedite the investigation of
public health threats and emergencies. By doing so, they can respond promptly and efficiently in
critical situations. Moreover, the HHS should also focus on evaluating the effectiveness of current
practices regularly. This evaluation will not only help in addressing immediate concerns but also
reveal opportunities for future improvements, allowing the agency to stay at the forefront of public
health management and response.

Essential Service 3: Inform, Educate, and Empower People about Health Issues
Average Score: 75
The HHS demonstrates commendable competence in risk communication, encompassing
comprehensive employee training, resource accessibility during emergencies, and the formulation
of emergency communication plans for all stages of crises. However, there are several areas that
could be enhanced to improve their overall effectiveness.
One crucial aspect for enhancement is the development of health communications plans concerning
media and public dissemination of pertinent information. By establishing a robust strategy for
engaging with media outlets and effectively sharing crucial updates with the public, the HHS can
ensure accurate and timely information reaches the masses.
Additionally, the HHS should strive to enhance its community engagement efforts, particularly
through health promotional events and health education initiatives at all levels. Collaborating with
the community will foster a stronger understanding of their needs and enable the development of
public health priorities that resonate with the population.
To achieve these objectives, the HHS should focus on strengthening connections between
policymakers, stakeholders, and the public. A key step towards this goal would be to ensure
adequate staffing levels and the identification of a well-trained spokesperson. This spokesperson
would effectively represent the HHS's messages, fostering trust and transparency with the public
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By addressing these areas of improvement, the HHS can elevate its risk communication efforts to
new heights, solidifying its position as a reliable and effective institution dedicated to safeguarding
public health.

Essential Service 4: Mobilize Community Partnerships to Identify and Solve Health
Problems
Average Score: 67.9
The Skokie Health and Human Services (HHS) plays a vital role in enhancing the well-being of our
community members. Our primary objective is to foster strong community partnerships and
alliances, constantly striving to improve the overall health of our residents. We firmly believe that
active participation and collaboration from constituents are essential for achieving this goal.
To facilitate better communication and engagement on public health issues, we are committed to
enhancing our existing communication forums. This includes utilizing various platforms and
channels to effectively reach out to the community and encourage their active involvement in
health-related activities and strategies.
Moreover, we recognize the importance of diverse perspectives and representation in shaping
community health initiatives. To ensure a well-rounded approach, we are actively working towards
establishing a comprehensive community health improvement committee. This committee will
include representatives from all sectors of our community, promoting inclusivity and avoiding
over-concentration in any specific field or sector.
Our dedication to continuous improvement extends to evaluating our partnerships regularly. By
doing so, we can nurture existing relationships and explore opportunities for creating new ones.
This will enable us to adapt and respond effectively to the changing needs of our community.
Together, with the active engagement of community members and the establishment of a diverse
and inclusive health improvement committee, we will continue striving for a healthier and stronger
Skokie community. Your active participation is crucial in this journey, and we encourage you to join
hands with us to shape a healthier future for all.

Essential Service 5: Develop Policies and Plans that Support Individual and
Community Health Efforts
Average Score: 56.25
Enhancing the performance of this essential service is a crucial area that requires some
improvement from the HHS. One primary focus should be on strengthening their relationships with
policymakers in the community to better address the public health implications of existing and
proposed policies. To achieve this, the HHS should actively engage with community partners,
aiming for sustained participation, and collaboratively develop a standardized and strategic
community health improvement plan. Such a plan must take into account the valuable input from
community members, stakeholders, and organizations.
In the pursuit of these goals, the HHS could benefit from evaluating and learning from other
successful public health organizations. By benchmarking against best practices, the HHS can
identify areas of opportunity and refine their approach. The main challenges hindering progress in
this essential service are limited resources, personnel constraints, and community outreach
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To summarize, by prioritizing stronger collaborations with policymakers, fostering ongoing
engagement with community partners, and adopting a data-driven approach through lessons
learned from successful organizations, the HHS can significantly enhance their ability to execute
key competencies within this critical service. It is imperative that they address the challenges head-
on to make a more meaningful and lasting impact on public health in the community.

Essential Service 6: Enforce Laws and Regulations that Protect Health and Ensure
Safety
Average Score: 100
The HHS completed to the fullest of its capabilities, all the competencies that fall under this
essential service. The HHS will continue to work to fulfill this essential service.

Essential Service 7: Link People to Needed Personal Health Services and Assure the
Provision of Health Care when Otherwise Unavailable
Average Score: 96.9
The HHS nearly fulfills all the competencies within this essential service. One area for improvement
would be to better identify all personal health service needs and unmet needs throughout the
community. This competency could be fulfilled with more collaboration between community
partners and greater access to data from sources outside of the HHS Department.

Essential Service 8: Assure a Competent Public and Personal Health Care Workforce
Average Score: 76.7
The HHS has made significant efforts in maintaining public health workforce standards by focusing
on education, training, mentoring, and leadership development. However, there are several
potential areas for improvement within these competencies.
One key area that could benefit from enhancement is informal leadership training and
development. While the HHS has been effective in its formal leadership programs, incorporating
informal leadership training can provide additional opportunities for staff to develop leadership
skills in everyday situations, leading to a more empowered and capable workforce.
Another aspect that requires attention is the tracking of current public and personal health care
workforce jobs and the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for local public health positions. By
regularly updating and analyzing this information, the HHS can better align training and
educational programs to meet the specific needs of the community and ensure a competent
workforce.
Furthermore, the findings from workforce assessments should be made readily available to
community organizations and groups. This transparency can foster collaboration and enable
relevant stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and collectively address gaps in the local
public health workforce.
Currently, there seems to be a disconnect between the workforce assessment and its practical
application to address gaps in the local public health workforce. The HHS should actively use the
assessment results to develop targeted interventions, training programs, and recruitment
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While these areas hold promise for improvement, the HHS faces resource limitations. It's evident
that community support can play a crucial role in assisting the HHS to meet these competencies
fully. Engaging community stakeholders and organizations can not only provide valuable input and
resources but also foster a sense of ownership and collaboration in addressing public health
challenges.
In summary, the HHS has achieved success in several aspects of maintaining public health
workforce standards, but there is room for improvement. By implementing informal leadership
training, tracking workforce data, sharing assessment findings, and collaborating with community
stakeholders, the HHS can further strengthen its efforts and ensure a more resilient and capable
public health workforce.

Essential Service 9: Evaluate Effectiveness, Accessibility, and Quality of Personal and
Population-Based Health Services
Average Score: 88.5
The HHS demonstrates a strong commitment to fulfilling the competencies within this essential
service. They actively evaluate the effectiveness of population-based health services, identifying
and addressing gaps in their provision while ensuring accessibility to these services. However,
there are opportunities for improvement. To enhance their performance, the HHS should establish
a systematic method to compare the quality of community health services against established
guidelines. This would enable them to measure the effectiveness of these services more accurately
and identify areas that require attention. Recognizing the significance of collaboration with external
public health providers, the HHS will maintain constant communication with stakeholders to
ensure community access to available services. Strengthening these partnerships will lead to better
coordination and more efficient service delivery.
Furthermore, a more comprehensive evaluation of population-based services, personal health
services, and local public health services is necessary. This data-driven approach will provide
valuable insights to make informed decisions regarding improvements in accessibility, quality, and
effectiveness.
To achieve these goals, the HHS must foster better collaboration and communication with
organizations that provide personal health services and other local health services. By conducting a
thorough evaluation of all existing services and tapping into available resources, they can
effectively enhance these areas and deliver higher-quality services to the community.

Essential Service 10: Research for New Insights and Innovative Solutions to Health
Problems
Average Score: 84.1
The HHS plays a crucial role in fulfilling essential services but faces certain limitations in
conducting comprehensive research studies that involve community members and key
stakeholders. Despite recognizing the importance of research to test innovative public health
solutions, HHS has limited staffing resources for such endeavors. To bridge this gap, HHS has built
strong partnerships with institutions of higher learning, seeking to leverage their expertise for the
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One area where improvement is needed is the evaluation of public health systems research efforts
at the local level. Due to staffing constraints, HHS is not currently the primary investigator in
health-related research studies conducted in Skokie or among Skokie residents. However, HHS
remains supportive of community research undertaken by external institutions, contributing to the
research process as a partner rather than a primary facilitator.
To enhance their impact, HHS could explore ways to expand staffing resources and seek additional
collaboration with external partners. This would enable them to take a more active role in
evaluating research efforts and actively leading studies. By strengthening their position in health-
related research, HHS can better serve the community and drive innovative solutions to public
health challenges


 Summary of Essential Public Health Services
 Performance Scores
  ES6 100.0%
  ES7 96.9%
  ES2 92.5%
  ES9 88.5%
 ES10 84.1%
  ES1 81.3%
  ES8 76.7%
  ES3 75.0%
  ES4 67.9%
  ES5 56.3%

 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Based on the summary chart above, Essential Service 5, Develop Policies and Plans that Support
Individual and Community Health Efforts, is a priority area for the Village to prioritize on first. It is
possible that if other local public health service providers were included in this assessment, some of
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Community Health Improvement Plan
The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is a result of a collaborative effort among various
stakeholders within a community to identify and address the health needs and priorities of the
population. This plan was developed with the Skokie Health and Human Services being the lead
organization working collaboratively with healthcare organizations, community-based
organizations, government agencies, and community members through the MAPP process. The
MAPP process has resulted in the identification of three priority health issues that require
attention. For each of these prioritized issues, the CHIP outlines specific objectives, strategies and
action steps while also creating a plan for implementation the plan and ongoing evaluation.
From November 2022 to June 2023, Skokie HHS and its partners held community partner meetings
to determine and prioritize three top critical community health improvement priority issues. These
priority issues are:
 1. Access to Healthcare
 2. Access to Behavioral Health
 3. Affordable Housing
To facilitate this process, the Skokie Health Equity Network steering committee was established,
consisting of individuals from diverse backgrounds and various health and support organizations in
Skokie. This committee plays a crucial role in overseeing action planning, implementing the plan,
and evaluating progress across all priority issues. Additionally, they are responsible for recruiting
more participants and securing necessary resources for successful plan implementation.
To ensure that data plays a central role in the decision-making process, a data team was formed.
Their responsibilities include collecting, reviewing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting
available public data, as well as identifying new data sources, extracting relevant information, and
using the data to develop SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals
and objectives for each priority issue.
Furthermore, to address each of the identified priority issues, three action teams were established,
with one team assigned to each priority issue. Skokie residents and subject matter experts were
invited to join these action teams. Between February 2022 and June 2022, these teams
collaboratively worked together to identify SMART objectives and create appropriate actions and
strategies tailored to the needs of the Skokie community, leveraging the data collected earlier in the
process. These action teams also determined which individuals, organizations, and stakeholders
should be involved to ensure the successful achievement of the identified objectives.
Through the implementation of this comprehensive approach, the Community Health Improvement
Plan endeavors to effectively address priority health issues in Skokie while promoting a healthier
and more equitable community.

Access to Healthcare
Description of problem
Access to healthcare is a fundamental human right and ensuring equitable access to healthcare
services is crucial for promoting social justice. By addressing the health needs of Skokie's diverse
population, particularly immigrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking residents, we can strive towards a
more equitable society where everyone has equal opportunities to lead healthy lives.

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Importance of the need for Access to Healthcare
  Improved Health Outcomes: Access to timely and appropriate healthcare plays a vital role in
 improving health outcomes. When individuals have access to regular preventive care, early
 intervention, and necessary treatments, they are more likely to experience better health
 outcomes, lower rates of chronic disease, and improved overall well-being. By addressing
 the barriers to healthcare access in Skokie, we can positively impact the health outcomes of
 the community.

  Disease Prevention and Control: Accessible healthcare services are essential for disease
 prevention, early detection, and control. Timely access to screenings, vaccinations, and
 preventive measures can help identify and address health issues at an early stage, reducing
 the burden of preventable diseases and promoting community well-being. By ensuring that
 all residents can access necessary healthcare services, we can enhance disease prevention
 efforts in Skokie.
  Economic Impact: Improving access to healthcare can have positive economic effects on the
 community. When individuals have access to healthcare services, they are more likely to
 receive appropriate care for their health conditions, leading to improved productivity,
 reduced absenteeism, and lower healthcare costs in the long run. A healthier population
 also contributes to a stronger workforce and economic stability within the community.
  Community Resilience: Access to healthcare is an essential component of community
 resilience. When individuals and families have access to healthcare services, they are better
 equipped to manage health crises, respond to emergencies, and recover from adverse health
 events. Strengthening access to healthcare in Skokie will contribute to the overall resilience
 of the community in the face of health challenges.


Summary of data
Approximately 19.48% of pregnant individuals in Skokie did not receive timely prenatal care in
2020, which amounts to about 1 in 5 pregnancies. Although this rate is comparatively lower than
that in Evanston and Oak Park, it still raises concerns as it represents a significant portion of
pregnant individuals lacking essential prenatal care.

This finding underscores the importance of identifying and addressing potential barriers that
prevent pregnant individuals in Skokie from accessing prenatal care services promptly. By doing so,
we can ensure that pregnant individuals receive the necessary and adequate care required for a
healthy pregnancy. Taking proactive measures to overcome these obstacles will contribute to
improved maternal and child health outcomes in Skokie.
Based on a convenience sample survey of Skokie residents, it was found that merely 45.3% of the
employed population have access to health insurance benefits from their employers. An even
smaller percentage, only 35%, have paid sick leave, which could potentially be a contributing factor
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Relationship to Healthy People 2030
 Reduce the proportion of people who are unable to obtain or delay receiving necessary medical
 care.
 Increase the proportion of pregnant women who receive early and adequate prenatal care.

Factor analysis
In Skokie, a striking 38 percent of its residents are foreign-born, contributing to a vibrant
community with over 90 different languages spoken in homes. However, this linguistic diversity
also poses significant challenges in accessing healthcare services for many individuals.
One of the primary obstacles is the language barrier, which can impede effective communication
between healthcare providers and patients. Without proper understanding, patients may struggle
to convey their symptoms, medical history, and concerns accurately, hindering the delivery of
appropriate care.
Moreover, these residents often encounter difficulties due to their unfamiliarity with the healthcare
system and cultural differences. Navigating the intricacies of healthcare processes, finding suitable
healthcare providers, and comprehending available resources become daunting tasks.
Additionally, the lack of health insurance coverage further exacerbates the situation. Many
residents may be hesitant to seek medical attention due to financial concerns, leading to delayed or
inadequate treatment.
Furthermore, access to interpreters and translated healthcare materials is limited, compounding
the issues faced by these residents. The scarcity of language support hampers their ability to
comprehend medical information and make informed decisions about their health.
Addressing these challenges requires targeted efforts to bridge the language and cultural gaps
within the healthcare system. Providing better language support, increasing the availability of
interpreters, and offering translated materials can significantly improve communication and
enhance the overall quality of care for Skokie's diverse population. Additionally, efforts to increase
awareness of available healthcare resources and services can empower residents to proactively
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Objectives and strategies
Focus Area: Access to Healthcare

Strategy: Develop Partnerships for a Formal Referral Network

Impact Objective: By 8/31/2028 the Skokie Health Equity Network will decrease the percent of pregnant women who receive late or no
prenatal care from 19.5% to 14.5%.
Outcome Objective: By 8/31/2028 at least 100 pregnant Skokie residents will have been connected to prenatal care through the Skokie
Health Equity Network’s referral program.

 Resources and Support
 Action Steps By Whom By When
 Available/Needed

 Resources Needed
 By what date will Resources (financial, human,
 What needs to be done? Who will take actions?
 the action be done? Available political, and
 other)

 Research and analysis:  Data Team 9/1/23-11/30/23 Human Human
 Conduct a comprehensive  Access to Healthcare Team Partnerships Partnerships
 analysis of the current  Niles Township Early Childhood
 healthcare access and referral Alliance Meeting space Meeting space
 systems in Skokie.

 Identify the key barriers and
 challenges that pregnant women
 face in accessing timely prenatal
 care.
 Explore successful models and
 best practices from other
 communities that have improved
 access to prenatal care.




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Stakeholder engagement:  Access to Healthcare Team 10/1/23 - Human Human
Identify and engage key  Erie Family Health Center 12/31/23
 Partnerships Partnerships
stakeholders, including  Tapestry 360 Health
healthcare providers,  AHS - Family Health Center Meeting space Meeting space
community organizations,  Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
government agencies, and  Ascension St. Francis Hospital
advocacy groups, who can  WIC providers
contribute to improving access  Niles Township Early Childhood
to prenatal care. Alliance
  NorthShore Evanston Hospital
Conduct meetings, focus groups,
and surveys to gather input and
insights from stakeholders
regarding their needs,
challenges, and potential
solutions.

Partnership development:  Access to Healthcare Team 1/1/24 - 4/30/24 Partnerships Partnerships
Establish partnerships with  Erie Family Health Center Financial Financial
healthcare providers, clinics,  Tapestry 360 Health
hospitals, and other relevant  AHS - Family Health Center
organizations to develop a  Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
formal referral network.  Ascension St. Francis Hospital
Define the criteria and  WIC providers
guidelines for participation in  Niles Township Early Childhood
the referral network. Alliance
Collaborate with partners to  NorthShore University Health System
streamline the referral process
and ensure timely access to
prenatal care for pregnant
women.




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Develop formal agreements or
memoranda of understanding
with partner organizations to
outline roles, responsibilities,
and expectations.

Resource allocation: Steering Committee 3/1/24 - 5/31/24 Human Human
Assess the resources required to
 Partnerships Partnerships
support the implementation of
the referral network. Meeting space Meeting space
Secure funding or allocate
 Financial
existing resources to support the
development and maintenance
of the referral network.
Explore potential grants,
sponsorships, or partnerships
with philanthropic organizations
to enhance the available
resources.

Training and education: Access to Healthcare Team 5/1/24 - 6/30/24 Data expertise Data expertise
Provide training on the referral
process, guidelines, and tools to
ensure efficient and effective
coordination within the
network.

Educate pregnant women and
their families about the benefits
of early prenatal care and the
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Implementation and  Access to Healthcare Team 7/1/24 - 8/31/28 Human Human
monitoring:  Erie Family Health Center
Roll out the formal referral Partnerships Partnerships
  Tapestry 360 Health
network, ensuring all necessary Financial
  AHS - Family Health Center
systems, processes, and tools are
in place.  Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  Ascension St. Francis Hospital
Monitor the utilization of the  WIC providers
referral network, track the  Niles Township Early Childhood
number of pregnant women Alliance
referred, and measure the  Data Team
percentage receiving timely
prenatal care.

Regularly evaluate the
effectiveness of the referral
network and adjust as needed.

Collaboration and Access to Healthcare Team Ongoing Human Human
communication:
Foster ongoing collaboration and Data Expertise Data Expertise
communication among the
partner organizations within the
referral network.

Share success stories, challenges,
and lessons learned to promote
knowledge sharing and
continuous improvement.

Communicate the availability of
the referral network and the
importance of prenatal care to
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 community events, social media,
 and local media outlets.


Focus Area: Access to Healthcare
Strategy: Develop data collection process related to linguistically appropriate care

Impact Objective: By 8/31/2024 the Skokie Health Equity Network will establish baseline data of the languages spoken by primary care
providers at the three local federally qualified health centers.
Outcome Objective: By 8/31/2024 the Skokie Health Equity Network will utilize data collected to create a linguistically appropriate
healthcare plan, that includes many languages spoken in Skokie; the plan to be shared with local Federally Qualified Health Centers with
recommendations to improve the quality of healthcare services to the community.

 Resources and Support
 Action Steps By Whom By When
 Available/Needed

 Resources Needed
 By what date will
 What needs to be done? Who will take actions? Resources Available (financial, human,
 the action be done?
 political, and other)

 Define the scope and methodology  Erie Family Health Center 9/1/23 - 10/31/23 Human Human: HR staff
  Tapestry 360 Health
  Determine the specific languages Partnerships Partnerships
  AHS - Family Health
 to be included in the data
 Center Data expertise
 collection.
  Data Team
  Decide on the timeframe for data
 collection (e.g., number of
 months or years).
  Establish criteria for identifying
 primary care providers within
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Identify stakeholders and  Erie Family Health Center 11/1/23 - Human Human: HR staff
establish partnerships  Tapestry 360 Health 12/31/23
 Partnerships Partnerships
  Identify and engage key  AHS - Family Health
 stakeholders such as the Center Data expertise
 federally qualified health centers,  Data Team
 local healthcare organizations,
 language services providers,
 community members, and
 advocacy groups.
  Seek their support and
 collaboration for the data
 collection efforts.
  Build partnerships with the
 federally qualified health centers
 and other stakeholders.
  Secure their commitment to
 participate in the data collection
 process.

Develop data collection  Skokie Health & Human 1/1/24 – 1/31/24 Partnerships Human: HR staff
tools/process Services Dept.
 Data Team Partnerships
  Create appropriate tools, such as  Data Team
 surveys or questionnaires, to Data expertise
 collect data on the languages
 spoken by primary care
 providers.
  Ensure the tools are culturally
 sensitive and accessible to all
 providers.

Train data collectors Skokie Health & Human 2/1/24 - 2/28/24 Partnerships Human: HR staff
 Provide training to individuals Services Dept.
 Data Team Partnerships
 who will collect the data.


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  Educate them on the purpose of Data expertise
 the project, data collection
 protocols, and the importance of
 maintaining confidentiality.
Implement data collection Access to Healthcare Team 3/1/24 – 5/31/24 Human Human: HR staff
  Reach out to primary care
 Partnerships Partnerships
 providers at the federally
 qualified health centers. Data Team Data expertise
  Request their participation in the
 data collection by providing
 information on the languages
 they speak.
Compile and analyze data Access to Healthcare Team 6/1/24 – 6/30/24 Data Team Data expertise
  Organize and analyze the
 collected data to establish a Financial
 baseline of the languages spoken
 by primary care providers.
  Utilize appropriate statistical
 methods and software for data
 analysis.
Document and report findings and  Skokie Health & Human 7/1/24 - 7/31/24 Data Team Data expertise
advocate for change Dept.
  Prepare a comprehensive report  Access to Healthcare
 documenting the findings and Team
 insights gained from the data  Data Team
 analysis.
  Include recommendations for
 improving language access in
 healthcare services based on the
 identified languages spoken by
 providers.




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  Use the report as a basis for
 advocating policy changes or
 interventions.
  Engage with local policymakers,
 healthcare organizations, and
 community members to raise
 awareness and support for
 improved language access in
 healthcare.


Evaluation plan:
1. Conduct regular surveys and interviews with Skokie residents, particularly those from immigrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking
 backgrounds, to assess their experiences and challenges in accessing healthcare.
2. Monitor and analyze healthcare utilization data to track the proportion of individuals obtaining necessary medical care and prenatal
 services over time.
3. Collaborate with healthcare providers to collect data on the number of interpreter services utilized and patient satisfaction levels with
 language access.

Communication plan:
1. Develop a targeted marketing campaign using various channels such as social media, local newspapers, and community bulletin boards
 to disseminate information about available healthcare resources and services.
2. Establish partnerships with local multicultural media outlets to promote healthcare awareness among diverse communities.
3. Organize community forums and town hall meetings to address concerns and gather feedback from residents regarding access to
 healthcare.
4. Maintain an active online presence through a dedicated website and social media platforms to provide up-to-date information, answer
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Access to Behavioral Health
Description and Importance of Need for Access to Behavioral Health
Access to behavioral health is a critical priority in Skokie, mirroring its significance throughout the
Chicago area. The situation has been further accentuated by the influx of new immigrants, refugees,
and asylees arriving in Skokie, many of whom have endured traumatic experiences. Ensuring access
to behavioral health services in Skokie, with a special focus on immigrant populations, is
indispensable for fostering individual well-being, bolstering community resilience, promoting
preventive care, reducing stigma, and enhancing the overall healthcare system. Acknowledging and
addressing this pressing health need will enable Skokie's behavioral health providers to
collaboratively create a healthier and more inclusive environment for all residents.
Summary of data
The local behavioral health organizations accepting Medicaid are encountering several workforce
challenges, contributing significantly to the presence of lengthy wait lists. A key factor behind this
issue is the Medicaid reimbursement rate for Behavioral Health services at the Local Federally
Qualified Health Centers, which is less than half of the rate for medical services. Specifically, while
the average reimbursement rate for medical services stands at $166.81, the Medicaid behavioral
health rate is considerably lower at $69.12.

To shed light on the community's perspective, around 1,200 residents completed a health survey.
The survey results indicated that accessing mental health services was not easy for 50.6% of
respondents, in stark contrast to only 20.8% who faced similar difficulties in accessing medical
care. This suggests a significant disparity in the ease of obtaining mental health services for those
relying on Medicaid in the region.


Relationship to Healthy People 2030
 • Increase the proportion of persons with mental health disorders who receive treatment.
 • Increase the number of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that provide mental
 health and substance abuse services.


Factors analysis
Residents of Skokie are placed on wait lists and/or have challenges finding a behavioral health
provider that speaks their language. The limited accessibility to behavioral health providers in
Skokie is influenced by various factors, including the following:
  Language barriers
  Workforce challenges
  Medicaid reimbursement rates
  Limited cultural competency
  Stigma and mental health awareness
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Objectives and strategies
Focus Area: Access to Behavioral Health Services

Strategy: Develop data collection process related to linguistically appropriate care

Impact Objective: By 8/31/2024 the Skokie Health Equity Network will establish baseline data of the languages spoken by behavioral health
providers at the three local federally qualified health centers and local community-based mental health organizations.
Outcome Objective: By 8/31/2024, the Skokie Health Equity Network will utilize data to create a linguistically appropriate behavioral
healthcare plan, that includes many languages spoken in Skokie; the plan to be shared with local Federally Qualified Health Centers and
community-based mental health organizations, with recommendations to improve the quality of behavioral health services to the community.


 Resources and Support
 Action Steps By Whom By When
 Available/Needed



 Resources Needed
 By what date will the Resources
 What needs to be done? Who will take actions? (financial, human,
 action be done? Available
 political, and other)

 Define the scope and  Access to Behavioral 9/1/23 - 10/31/23 Human Human: HR staff
 methodology Health Team
 Partnerships Partnerships
  Determine the specific  Turning Point
 languages to be included in the  Impact Data expertise
 data collection.  Metro Family Serv.
  Decide on the timeframe for  JCFS
 data collection (e.g., number of  Trilogy
 months or years).  Ascension/St. Francis
  Establish criteria for identifying  Peer Services
 primary care providers within  Behavioral Health Ctr
 the health centers.  Erie Family Health Center
  Tapestry 360 Health


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  AHS - Asian Family Health
 Center
  Data Team

Identify stakeholders and  Access to Behavioral 11/1/23 - 12/31/23 Human Human: HR staff
establish partnerships Health Team
 Partnerships Partnerships
  Identify and engage key  Turning Point
 stakeholders such as the  Impact Behavioral Health Data expertise
 federally qualified health Partners
 centers, local healthcare  Metro Family Serv.
 organizations, language services  JCFS
 providers, community  Trilogy
 members, and advocacy groups.  Ascension/St. Francis
  Seek their support and  Peer Services
 collaboration for the data  Behavioral Health Ctr
 collection efforts.  Erie Family Health Center
  Build partnerships with the  Tapestry 360 Health
 federally qualified health  AHS - Asian Family Health
 centers and other stakeholders. Center
  Secure their commitment to  Data Team
 participate in the data collection
 process.
Develop data collection Skokie Health & Human Dept. 1/1/24 – 1/31/24 Partnerships Human: HR staff
tools/process Data Team
 Data Team Partnerships
  Create appropriate tools, such
 as surveys or questionnaires, to Data expertise
 collect data on the languages
 spoken by primary care
 providers.
 Ensure the tools are culturally
 sensitive and accessible to all
 providers.



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Train data collectors Access to Behavioral Health 2/1/24 - 2/28/24 Partnerships Human: HR staff
 Provide training to individuals Team
 Data Team Partnerships
 who will collect the data.
 Data expertise
  Educate them on the purpose of
 the project, data collection
 protocols, and the importance
 of maintaining confidentiality.
Implement data collection Access to Behavioral Health 3/1/24 – 5/31/24 Human Human: HR staff
  Reach out to primary care Team
 Partnerships Partnerships
 providers at the federally
 qualified health centers. Data Team Data expertise
  Request their participation in
 the data collection by providing
 information on the languages
 they speak.

Compile and analyze data Access to Behavioral Health 6/1/24 – 6/30/24 Data Team Data expertise
 Organize and analyze the Team
 collected data to establish a
 baseline of the languages
 spoken by primary care
 providers.
 Utilize appropriate statistical
 methods and software for data
 analysis.




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Focus Area: Access to Behavioral Health Services

Strategy: Advocate for state budget increase in Medicaid funding for behavioral health services

Impact Objective: By 8/31/2027 the Skokie Health Equity Network will advocate for an increase in federally qualified health centers’ Medicaid
funding of behavioral health services from an average of $69.12 to the average medical rate of $166.81.
Outcome Objective: By 8/31/2027, the Skokie Health Equity Network will have reduced the wait list times for low socioeconomic residents
seeking behavioral health services through advocacy efforts, resulting in a decrease from the current average wait time.

 Resources and Support
 Action Steps By Whom By When
 Available/Needed

 By what date will Resources Needed
 Resources (financial, human,
 What needs to be done? Who will take actions? the action be
 Available political, and
 done?
 other)
 Establish definition of “wait lists” and a process Data team 9/1/2023- Partnerships Partnerships
 to collect 9/30/2023
 Data expertise Data expertise

 The Access to Behavioral/Mental Health  Turning Point 10/1/2023- Human Human
 Services team will meet with service providers  Impact 10/31/2023
 Partnerships Partnerships
 to develop clear advocacy goals.  Metro Family Serv.
  JCFS
  Trilogy
  Ascension/St. Francis
  Peer Services
  Behavioral Health Ctr
  Erie Family Health Center
  Tapestry 360 Health
  AHS - Asian Family Health
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Communicate with statewide associations with  Access to Behavioral/Mental 11/1/2023- Human Human
similar advocacy needs to investigate Health Services team 12/31/2023
 Partnerships Partnerships
alignment.  Illinois Association for
 Behavioral Health Political will Political will
  National Association of
 Social Workers - IL Chapter
 (Joel Ruben)
  Illinois Association of Rehab
 Facilities (Garrett will reach
 out)
  Illinois Primary Health Care
 Association (Mary will reach
 out)
  Evanston Health and Human
 Services/Mental Health Task
 Force
  Illinois Public Health
 Association

Analyze data to formalize baseline data and  Skokie Health & Human 11/1/2023- Human Human
incorporate into an advocacy plan. Dept. 12/31/2023
 Partnerships Partnerships
  Data team

Develop an advocacy plan. Access to Behavioral Health 1/1/2024- Partnerships Partnerships
 Team 1/31/2024
 Political will Political will

Implement an advocacy plan. Access to Behavioral Health 2/1/2024- Human Human
 Team and Steering Committee 5/31/2024
 Partnerships Partnerships
 Political will Political will

Evaluate advocacy plan, adjust goals and plan Access to Behavioral Health 6/1/2024- Human Human
as needed. Team 8/31/2027
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Evaluation plan:
  Regularly collect data on the proportion of persons with mental health disorders receiving treatment, including information on language
 preferences and access to multilingual providers.
  Monitor changes in the prevalence of unmet mental health treatment needs among Skokie residents.
  Evaluate the impact of initiatives to increase access to behavioral health services, improve reimbursement rates, and enhance FQHC
 capacity through quantitative and qualitative measures.

Communication plan:
  Raise awareness about the importance of mental health treatment and available resources through targeted community outreach
 campaigns.
  Engage with local media outlets to share success stories, information on available services, and updates on initiatives addressing the access
 to behavioral health issue.
  Collaborate with community organizations, advocacy groups, and local stakeholders to disseminate information and foster support for the
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Affordable Housing
Description of the Problem:
Housing plays a crucial role as a social determinant of health, directly influencing both physical and
mental well-being. However, in Skokie and throughout the United States, a pressing problem has
emerged – the prevalence of rent burden among households. Rent burden occurs when a
substantial portion of a household's income (≥30%) is allocated to paying rent, leaving little room
for other essential expenses.

This challenging issue significantly impacts a considerable percentage of Skokie residents and has
been selected as one of the top priority health concern. Addressing this situation is vital to
improving the overall health and quality of life for affected individuals and families in the
community.

Importance of Priority Health Need:
Skokie faces a critical issue with a significant number of rent burdened households, emphasizing
the urgent requirement for affordable housing solutions. When a substantial portion of income is
devoted to rent, it severely restricts households' financial capacity for vital necessities like
healthcare, education, and nutritious food. Effectively addressing this need is of paramount
importance, as it directly impacts the overall well-being and health outcomes of Skokie residents.

Data Summary:
Based on data from the City Health Dashboard managed by NYU Langone Health, a noteworthy
54.1% of Skokie residents report experiencing rent burden, surpassing the average of 50.5%
observed across other cities on the dashboard. This
indicates a substantial portion of the population
 8 8
facing housing affordability challenges. Moreover,
the census tracts within Skokie exhibit significant 36% 54.2
disparities. In two of the tracts, over 80% of renters % 0%
spend 30% or more of their income on rent, 8
highlighting the acute nature of the problem. In 8 43.1 8 66.6 53.1
contrast, other tracts show a comparatively lower 8
rent burden, with only about 30% of renters facing 83.7
similar challenges. 54.5 8
 8 8
Relationship to Healthy People 2030: 43.9 78.5
 8 39.6
  Reduce the proportion of families that spend 8
 more than 30 percent of income on housing. 84.9
  Increase the proportion of persons living in
 housing that is affordable, safe, and meets 28.2 8
 their needs.
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Factors Influencing the Problem:
The rent burden problem in Skokie stems from a
multitude of interwoven factors. Among them are escalating housing costs (rent, utilities, property
maintenance costs, property taxes), stagnant or insufficient income levels, a scarcity of affordable
housing units, and economic disparities within the community. Additionally, population growth,
housing market dynamics, and shifts in employment patterns further compound the challenge of
housing affordability in the area. Gaining a comprehensive understanding of these factors is pivotal
in devising successful strategies to tackle the issue and foster housing equity in Skokie.

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Objectives and strategies
Focus Area: Affordable Housing

Strategy: Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Impact Objective: By 8/31/2027 the Skokie Health Equity Network will reduce the percent of rent burdened households from 54.1% to 49.1%.

Outcome Objective: Skokie is developing an inclusionary housing ordinance to include a percent of units available at 60-80 percent of the Area
Median Income.

 Action Steps By Whom By When Resources and Support
 Available/Needed
 Resources Needed
 By what date will the Resources
 What needs to be done? Who will take actions? (financial, human,
 action be done? Available
 political, and other)
 Research inclusionary housing ordinances. Village of Skokie – 1/1/23 – 3/3/23 Human Human
 Community Development
 Political will Political will

 Develop an inclusionary housing ordinance. Village of Skokie – 3/6/23 – 4/14/23 Human Human
 Community Development
 Political will Political will

 Introduce ordinance to Village Board for first Village of Skokie – 5/1/23 Human Human
 reading. Community Development
 Political will Political will
 Skokie Village Board

 Refine ordinance for Village Board Village of Skokie – Current Human Human
 consideration. Community Development
 Political will Political will
 Skokie Village Board

 Implement and monitor ordinance. Village of Skokie – Current - 2027 Human Human
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Focus Area: Affordable Housing

Strategy: Create a process to collect data on factors related to rent burden.

Impact Objective: By 8/31/2027 the Skokie Health Equity Network will reduce the percent of rent burdened households from 54.1% to 49.1%.

Outcome Objective: By 8/31/2024 Skokie will have sufficient data to understand the contributing factors to housing cost burdens as it relates
to rental properties.

 Resources and Support
 Action Steps By Whom By When
 Available/Needed

 Resources Needed
 By what date will the Resources
 What needs to be done? Who will take actions? (financial, human,
 action be done? Available
 political, and other)
 Define the scope and methodology Data team 9/1/23 – 11/30/23 Data expertise Data expertise
  Determine the goals of the data
 Affordable housing team Human Human
 collection.
  Decide on the timeframe for data Village of Skokie – Health and Partnerships Partnerships
 collection (e.g., number of months or Human Services
 years).
 Village of Skokie –Community
  Establish criteria for identifying
 Development
 residents struggling to pay for
 housing.

 Identify stakeholders and establish Data team 11/30/23 – 1/31/24 Data expertise Data expertise
 partnerships
 Affordable housing team Human Human
   Identify and engage key stakeholders
 such as housing assistance providers Village of Skokie – Health and Partnerships Partnerships
 and housing advocates. Human Services
   Seek their support and collaboration
 for the data collection efforts. Niles Township
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 Build partnerships and secure their Open Communities
 commitment to participate in the
 Connections for the Homeless
 data collection process.
 Local landlords

Develop data collection tools/process Data team 2/1/24 – 3/31/24 Data expertise Data expertise
 Create appropriate tools, such as
 Affordable housing team Human Human
 surveys or questionnaires, to collect
 data on factors related to rent Partnerships Partnerships
 burden.
 Ensure the tools are culturally
 sensitive and accessible to all.

Train data collectors Data team 4/1/24 – 4/30/24 Data expertise Data expertise
 Provide training to individuals who
 will collect the data. Affordable housing team Human Human
 Educate them on the purpose of the Partnerships Partnerships
 project, data collection protocols,
 and the importance of maintaining
 anonymity.

Implement data collection Data team 5/1/24 – 6/30/24 Data expertise Data expertise
  Develop form for responses
 Affordable housing team Human Human
 Check-in with data collectors Village of Skokie – Health and Partnerships Partnerships
 Human Services
 Niles Township
 Impact Behavioral Health
 Open Communities
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 Compile and analyze data Data team 7/1/24 – 7/31/24 Data expertise Data expertise
  Organize and analyze the collected
 data to establish a baseline of the Village of Skokie – Health and Human Human
 factors that affect rent burden. Human Services
 Partnerships Partnerships
  Utilize appropriate statistical
 methods and software for data
 analysis.


 Summarize findings and advocate for Data team 8/1/24 – 9/30/24 Data expertise Data expertise
 change
   Prepare a summary of the findings Affordable housing team Human Human
 and insights gained from the data Village of Skokie – Health and Partnerships Partnerships
 analysis.
 Human Services
  Review data analysis and discuss Village of Skokie –Community
 potential next steps and strategies Development

  Develop action plan


Evaluation Plan:
  Regularly monitor and evaluate the progress toward the outcome and impact objectives.
  Assess the effectiveness of the data collection process and its impact on informing the equitable housing plan.
  Measure the reduction in the percentage of rent-burdened households through periodic surveys or data analysis.
  Collect feedback from stakeholders on the implementation and effectiveness of the inclusionary housing ordinance.
  Adjust strategies and action plans based on evaluation findings to maximize impact and outcomes.

Communication Plan:
  Review existing affordable housing resources and develop an inclusive and accessible resource list for those seeking affordable housing.
  Utilize various communication channels, including social media, local newspapers, community newsletters, and the town's official website,
 to disseminate information.
  Regularly update stakeholders and the community on progress, milestones, and any changes in the plans through newsletters, public
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 Alignment with the State Health Improvement Plan
Skokie's Health and Human Services CHIP shows alignment with two of the priorities outlined in
the State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) of Illinois. Specifically, both plans share a focus on
addressing behavioral health as a key area of concern, and their respective goals complement each
other in this regard. Additionally, maternal and child health emerges as another priority where the
two plans align.

The SHIP aims to support healthy pregnancies and improve birth and infant outcomes, which nicely
complements Skokie's goal of reducing the percentage of pregnant women who do not receive
timely prenatal care. Furthermore, while Skokie's plan emphasizes enhancing access to healthcare
services, the SHIP's other priority revolves around tackling chronic diseases.

Overall, the congruence between Skokie's Health and Human Services CHIP and the State Health
Improvement Plan signifies a concerted effort to address critical health needs in the region,
fostering a more comprehensive and effective approach to improving the well-being of the
community.


 Next Steps
With the adoption of the Skokie Community Health Improvement Plan, HHS and its partners will
enter the final phase of the MAPP process known as the action cycle. This phase encompasses the
planning, implementation, and evaluation of all the identified goals, objectives, and strategies
outlined in the plan. Emphasizing the cyclical and ongoing nature of this process, the community
health improvement plan will remain a dynamic document, evolving over time.

During the first year of the action cycle, HHS and the Skokie Health Equity steering committee will
maintain regular meetings with a primary focus on establishing the infrastructure necessary for
effective implementation. This will include ongoing discussions with existing partners and the active
engagement of new partners integral to the project's success. HHS will continue collaborating with
its partners to develop a robust data collection system that relates to the various priority issues.

Furthermore, HHS and its partners will take steps to identify specific organizations within Skokie
that will take the lead in executing particular strategies outlined in the plan. More detailed action
plans for these strategies will be established to ensure clarity and effectiveness in their execution.

To monitor progress systematically, a performance monitoring system will be put in place in
collaboration with the partners. This system will help track the advancements made, and the plan
will be regularly updated to reflect the progress achieved.

Overall, the action cycle represents a dynamic phase where HHS and its partners actively work
together to bring about meaningful improvements in the community's health. By fostering
continuous collaboration and adaptability, the Skokie Community Health Improvement Plan aims to
achieve sustainable and positive outcomes over time.


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 Acknowledgements

Village of Skokie Johanna Nyden
 Mary Oshana
Michael Charley Muhammad Paracha, M.D.
Johanna Nyden Devan Parkison
Violet Amrikhasi Peter Peyer
Rachel Blut Nancy Kim Phillips
Jennifer Davis-Spells Sarah Price
Cameron Hendricks Garrett Reynolds
Justine Malone Alyssa Rusak
Amy McManus Amanda Sabri
Susan Reisberg Khalid Sabzwari
Penny Staffney Brittany Simons
 Mike Stiehl
Skokie Health Equity Network Jennifer Sultz
 Jim Szczepaniak
Susan Aberman Natalia Paredes Tamayo
Emily Anderson Peggy Tolleson
Carolyn Anthony Dominic Voz
Katrina Belgorsky La Wanna Wells, Ph.D.
Keith Boyd, M.D. Sibyl Yau
Brandon Buchanan
Michael Charley Special thanks to the graduate students who
Dimitri Dawson contributed so much to making this project a
Sarah Delgado reality:
Mary Dudek Catherine Marshall, MPH, UIC School of Public
Elline Eliasoff Health
Tania Espita Garrett Reynolds, MPH, Purdue University
Sof Ford Gulnur Sekerbay, MPH, Purdue University
Johanna Garsenstein Melinda Week, MPH, UIC School of Public
Patricia Grant Health
Jeffrey D. Greenspan
Gene Griffin
Vince Heneghan
Jacqueline Herrera
Samina Hussain
Rev. Stuart Barnes Jamieson
Diana Juarez
Zinah Kadhim
Omar Khan, M.D.
Miriam Krasno
Cheryl Lawrence
Edward Linn, M.D.
Syed Mahmood
Justine Malone
Annet Miranda
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MEMORANDUM
Public Works Department
Finance Deparfment/Purchasing Division




TO: John Lockerby, Village Manager


FROM: ^>^7-^^_ S-<—^/^^
 Max Slankard, Public Work^ Director
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 Michael Aleksic, Assistant Finance Director

DATE: August 28, 2023


SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEM - September 5th, 2023 Board Meeting
 Replacement Fire Hydrants and Accessories



Bids for the above items were advertised and publicly opened on August 24, 2023. As a result of
this solicitation, three (3) bid responses were received:

Budget Amount & Account Numbers: $225,000.00 020-0600.407.07-71 #OS450W4



Tabulation of Bids; Fire Hydrants Valve Boxes
Ziebell Water Service Products $3,130.00 Ea. $225.00 Ea.
Elk Grove Village, IL


Water Products Company $4,375.00 Ea. $240.00 Ea.
Aurora,TL


Core and Main $2,982.50 Ea. $239.00 Ea.
Lake Bluff, IL


Recommendation:
It is recommended that a contract for Fire Hydrants be awarded to Core and Main.

It is recommended that a contract for Valve Boxes be awarded to Ziebell Water Service
Products.




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Core and Main. Lake Bluff IL. $149,125.00
(50 Fire Hydrants @ $2,982.50 each)

Ziebell Water Services Products. Elk Grove IL. $11,250.00
(50 Valve Boxes @ $225.00 each)



 TOTAL: $160,375.00

Comments:
This purchase is part of the on-going Fire Hydrant Maintenance Program performed by the
Skokie Fire Department, which has necessitated the replacement of a significant number of older
fire hydrants and their related parts. Since the implementation of this comprehensive testing and
maintenance program, many fire hydrants requiring repair were found to be obsolete and
replacement parts were unavailable. In addition to this increased need for fire hydrants, a number
ofhydrants purchased each year will replace those units that are damaged in accidents. A portion
of this expense will be reimbursable through insurance subrogation.


Core and Main, and Ziebell have supplied Skokie with fire hydrants and water service supply
items for many years. Staff is confident that each firm's performance on this contract will equal
the past high levels of service. Core and Main will be supplying fire hydrants manufactured by
Mueller, which is a Village approved brand. Ziebell will be supplying the valve boxes.

Additionally, staff has asked bidders to extend pricing for emergency or incidental needs, which
may occur during the course of the fiscal year. The recommended bidders have extended their
volume pricing for these incidental purchases. The contract also contains a clause allowing the
Village to extend the awarded price for up to two additional years, with the mutual written
agreement between the vendors and the Village.




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Memorandum
Corporation Counsel's Office

TO: The Honorable Mayor and Board of Trustees




FROM: ^1 ^
 Corp/^raflton Counsel

DATE: August 30,2023"

SUBJECT: September 5, 2023 Corporation Counsel's Report


SECOND READING:

A. Ordinance, Code Amendment, Chapters 46 and 58, Affordable Housing
 Item A is on the agenda for second reading and adoption, the first reading was on May
 15,2023.

 This ordinance will amend Chapters 46 and 58 of the Skokie Village Code, by adding
 language related to the Village Board's discussions concerning Affordable Housing and
 Inclusionary Zoning. The Ordinance endeavors to synthesize the Board of Trustee's
 discussions and direction, public comments, stakeholder input and the Plan
 Connmission's presentation to the Village Board. As a result, revisions have been made
 to this Ordinance since the first reading on May 15, 2023 and include the following.
 First, the language In Section 58-43 paragraph 2 has been revised to clarify the option to
 developer if percentage results in a fraction less than 0.5%

 Second, various recommendations and questions concerning the Affordable Controls for
 Affordable Owner Occupied Units have been raised and need further direction from the
 Village Board. Therefore, that Section is "Reserved" awaiting final direction.
 Notwithstanding, this Ordinance is presented so as not to delay the enactment of the
 Affordable Controls for Rental Units.

 Third, a new Section has been reserved in response to specific request from Trustees
 and stakeholders to provide relief from parking requirements to encourage affordable
 housing units in new developments. Once approved the specific language will be
 drafted and submitted along with other Code Amendments that will be required to
 actuate this Section.

 Finally, a new Section has been added to create an Affordable Housing Renovation
 Grant Program. This Section establishes a program to improve by renovation existing
 affordable housing properties with requirements to maintain affordable housing rents for
 a minimum period of 10 years. Grants are limited to no more than $50,000.

 Attached is the most recent memo from the Village staff concerning Affordable Housing
 in the area.



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 John Lockerby
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Memorandum
Community Development Department



TO: John T. Lockerby, Village Manager

FROM: Johanna Nyden, Community Development Director
 Justm Malone, Neighborhood & Housing Coordinator

DATE: August 23, 2023

SUBJECT: Information and Data from Other Communities regarding Indusionary
 Housing Ordinances

This memorandum summarizes approaches that several north and northwest communities have
undertaken as well as associated data, including the adoption and implementation ofincluslonary
housing ordinances. The communities and their respective affordable housing percentages
according to the State of Illinois included in this memorandum are: Arlington Heights (19.1%),
Deerfield (7.3%), Evanston (17.5%), Highland Park (9.3%), Lake Forest (5.3%), and Northbrook
(5.7%). In addition, a summary of inclusionary housing ordinances by community is attached to
this document.


The State of Illinois adopted the Affordable Housing Planning and Appeal Act in 2003. This Act
established a formula for identifying municipalities in the state that have a low supply of housing
that is considered affordable (housing affordable to homebuyers earning less than 80% of AMI
and renters earning less than 60% of AMI). Communities with affordable housing supply below
10% are required to provide the State with an Affordable Housing Plan as to how to address
increasing the supply of housing considered affordable by the State.

Arlington Heights, IL
Arlington Heights adopted its inclusionary housing policies in 2004 and most recently an
inclusionary housing ordinance in 2020. According to the State of Illinois, Arlington Heights
has 19.1 percent affordable housing. The current adopted ordinance requires:


 • 5% of all new residential (private) and 10% for newly built residential (public) to be
 made affordable at 80% AMI (for sale) and 60% AMI (for rent).
 • In the Downtown zoning district, only up to 2.5% of units can be met by fee-in-lieu
 payment. The remainder of required units must be built on site.
 • Approved fee-in-lleu payments are placed into an Affordable Housing Tmst Fund for
 development and preservation of attainable housing, including adaptive reuse and
 acquisition and disposition costs.




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 Figure 1 The Sigwalt 16 Development
 on W Sigwatt Street in Arlington
 Heights wit! include 16 units, 10 of
 which wilt be made affordable.



 Based on discussions with
 planners in Arlington
 Heights, several new
 developments are under
 consideration and will
 include affordable housing
 units: The Sigwalt, a 16-unit
 project is located in the
Downtown area, between Highland Ave & Chestnut Ave. This luxury townhome development
opted for the fee-in-lieu option instead of providing the required onsite affordable
unit. Additionally, a new development on W Eastman in the downtown district (not pictured)
will bring 140 Market Rate Units and 10 Affordable Units to the community, while contributing
to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund via fee-in-Heu payments for the units they are not able to
provide. Staff in Arlington Heights have stated that the developers they work with are now used
to Inclusionary Housing Policies as many communities have adapted them. Since the adoption of
Arlington Height's Inclusionary Housing policies, approximately 138 of the units built have been
made affordable for residents.
More information on Arlington Height's affordable housing ordinance can be found here:
https://ldms.vah.com/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id-657230&dbid-0&repo=Village-of-Arlington-
Heights

Deerfield, IL
Deerfield adopted its inclusionary housing ordinance in 2021. Based on the State of Illinois' last
analysis, Deerfield had 7.3 percent of its housing considered affordable. The current ordinance
requires:
 • Residential developments with 5 1 or more units are required to provide 10% affordable
 housing units, half of them being at 80% AMI and half of them being at 100% AMI. For
 developments with less than 50 units, between 0-3 affordable units are required at 100%
 AMI.
 • Deerfield currently does not allow for a fee-m-Heu option
 • Deerfield attributed the current rising costs of construction and supply chain issues as a
 cause for a delay on multiple projects that were approved




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 Based on
 discussions with
 planners in
 Deerfield, making
 the application
 process as easy as
 possible for
 developers is a way
 to alleviate
 concerns that may
 come up later on.
 Planners at
 Deerfield have
 Figure 2 The Zion Woods development at 10 Deerfield Road is a twenty-five unit workforce created an
 affordable housing project and will be built in partnership with Zion Woods Lutheran Church,
 Inclusionary
 Brinshore Development, and Housing Opportunity Development Corporation (HODC).
 Housing Ordinance
 Worksheet to assist
developers with understanding the affordable housing requirements related to their project. The
worksheet has five parts and covers everything from what is required from the ordinance as well
as flexibility, alternatives, and incentives for the developer. A recently approved project that was
a long time in the making is the Zion Woods development at 10 Deerfield Road (photo above).
This project shares a site with Zion Woods Lutheran Church and partners with local affordable
housing developers Brinshore Development and Housing Opportunity Development Corporation
(HODC). Once completed, this twenty-five-un it workforce affordable housing project will
provide a diversity of housing stock in Deerfield and provide homes for residents in the
community with disabilities or those who qualify for affordable units. The project includes a mix
of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units to accommodate families and has been scaled to match the
residential homes on adjacent properties.

More information on Deerfield's Affordable Housing Requirements (Inclusionary Housing
Policy) can be found here; https:.7\\vv\v.deerfield.i].us/168/AtTordable-HousinH and the
Inclusionary Housing Worksheet can be found here:
https://www.deerfield.il.us/DocumentCenter/View/3175/2021 -Affordable-Houslng-Summary-
Worksheet

Evanston, IL
Evanston adopted its first inclusionary housing ordinance in 2007, and several updates were
made in subsequent years to address changing market conditions. Based on the State of Illinois'
last analysis, Evanston had 17.5 percent of its housing considered affordable. The latest update
in 2018 requires:


 • 10% of the units for projects with 5 or more dwelling units, units for sale must be
 affordable to levels at 80% of AMI (rental); rental units must be affordable to levels at
 60% of AMI




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 Fee-in-lieu payments are $150,000 in all ofEvanston and $175,000 in downtown
 districts.



 Figure 3 The Vogue apartment building
 on Main Street.




 Housing development in
 Evanston has continued
 following the adoption of the
 ordinance. Since its adoption
 in 2007, 1,800 units of
 residential housing have been
 developed that have included
 107 housing units at various
 levels ofaffordability.
Notable affordable housing developments with on-site components have included the Albion at
1500 Shennan. The 273-unit building has 15 units of affordable housing. When first considered
for approval, the developers of the Albion proposed payment of the fee-in-lieu instead ofon-site
units (at the time there was no on-slte unit requirement in Evanston for affordable units).
Following significant community engagement that identified on-site as a preferable option, the
developer was able to provide units on-site under the ordinance's "alternative equivalent". The
Avidor at 1727 Oak Avenue also included on-site units; this is particularly notable because this
is an age-restricted building (55+). The 68-unit multi-family rental building at 1555 Ridge,
completed In 2022 includes three units of affordable housing. Presently under construction, the
Vogue at 718 Main Street (photo above), the 152-unit rental building includes 12 units of
affordable housing.

More information on Evanston's Incluslonary Housing Policy and Procedures can be found here:
https:; library.municode.com il.e\ an ston codes codc_ot ord inanccs?noclcId=TIT5H OR. FCH71
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Highland Park, IL
Highland Park adopted an inclusionary housing ordinance in 2002. Based on the State of Illinois'
last analysis, Highland Park had 9.3 percent of its housing considered affordable. The current
inclusionary housing ordinance states:
 • 20% of the units for projects with 5 or more dwelling units, units for sale are
 require that 50% of affordable units must be at 65% AMI, the rest at 100% AMI.
 For rental units, the required AMI is laid out as follows: 33% of affordable units
 must be at 0-50% AMI, 33% of affordable units must be at 51-80% AMI and no
 more than 33% of units shall be at 81-120% AMI.
 • Fee-in-Iieu was recently updated from $125,000 per unit to $184,000 per unit




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 Figure 4 The 161-unit Albion at Renaissance Place on
 Green Bay Road in Highland Park was approved in 2020
 and offers 27 inclusionary units for households with
 incomes between 45-100% of the area median income.


 Since its adoption 12-15 housing
 developments have been constructed
 resulting in 100+ new affordable units.
 Based on the Village ofSkokie's
 discussions with planners in Highland Park,
 initial developments following the adoption
 of the IHO were from a single developer
who was familiar with how an incluslonary ordinance functioned (Highland Park was an "early
adopter" ofinclusionary housing). As time has passed and more communities have adopted
IHO, developers came to work in the community when they see the amount of work that is
available. Additionally, initial opposition from some residents came full circle when those who
opposed the housing ended up wanting to move into these developments down the line.

Based on the Village ofSkokie's discussion with developers who work in Highland Park, the
requirement for on-site affordable housing have been in place for a long time, so it has not acted
as a deterrent to development. Additionally the awareness by the development community and
property owners has helped to correct any development challenges faced. Developers also stated
that the flexibility for fee-in-lieu is helpful to complete the project when onsite is not always
feasible.

More information on Highland Park's affordable housing projects can be found here:
https://librarv.municode.com/il/hi^hiand park/c odes/code of ordinances?nodeld=COOR \'\'VX
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Lake Forest, IL
Lake Forest adopted its inclusionary housing ordinance in 2005 and updated in 2010. Based on
the State of Illinois' last analysis, Lake Forest had 5.3 percent of its housing considered
affordable. The current ordinance requires:
 • New residential developments must designate 15% of their units as affordable (no less
 than 1 unit) at 80% AMI for units for sale and 60% AMI for units for rent.
 • Fee-in-lieu is not static, but is determined by City Council on a per project basis.
 • Fee-in-lieu is deposited directly into the Affordable Housing Trust Fund which is used to
 provide financial resources to address affordable housing needs within the city by
 promoting, preserving and producing long-term affordable housing; providing housing-
 related services; or providing support for not-for-profit organizations that actively address
 the affordable housing needs of residents within the community.




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 Figure 5 These recently
 approved senior cottages
 at the comer of Everett
 and Telegraph Roads will
 N^- * 'Lt;s=:-i::'~ '^s- .^:.';'- of fer twelve duplex-style

 homes for income-
 eligible seniors.




 -^-:17L E ;^~ - ^^ : In early 2023,
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 < cottages" at the
 northwest corner
ofEverett and Telegraph roads in a collaborative effort with the Community partners for
Affordable Housing (CPAH) and other senior citizen groups (photo above). The single-story
cottages are designed in the form of six duplexes designed for senior citizens and include a
single-car garage and covered porches and patios. Lake Forest has stated that providing housing
options for senior citizens has always been a priority for the Housing Trust Fund Board but there
are decreasing availability of housing for seniors in the area. The cottages will be for income"
eligible residents and selection priority will be given to current Lake Forest residents making
approximately 60% of the area's median income (approximately $44,000 annually). Senior
citizen advocacy groups state that the waiting list for senior housing is sometimes up to 40
residents long, highlighting the need for this style of housing in the community. Lake Forest staff
has stated that while this is their second development of affordable senior cottages in the city, the
first has been successful in staying full and keeping long-term senior tenants.

More information on Lake Forest's Affordable Housine Policv can be found here:
https:/l.;cm^9files.revize.conT/C]t\oHakefoi-estil.;Document centei-/Ho\\%20Do%20I/Find'''Documcnts%20a
nd%20AnDlicaTions/CutTent%20DoLicments./Af'fordab]e Housin" Plan 2010.ndf
and here: hups:/.;'codel[brar\-,amle2al.com/codes/lakefbrest/latest/lakefoi-est il/0-0-0-14894


Northbrook, IL
Northbrook adopted its inclusionary housing ordinance in late 2020. Based on the State of
Illinois' last analysis, Northbrook had 5.7 percent of its housing considered affordable. The
current ordinance requires:
 • 15% of residential developments with 6 or more units to be made affordable at different
 tiers: 33% of the affordable units must be at 50% AMI, 33% of the affordable units must
 be between 50-80% AMI, and 33% of the units must be between 80-100% AMI.
 • Fee-in-lieu is currently $125,000 per unit
 • The Affordable Housing Trust Fund is funded from multiple sources: private donations,
 fee-in-lleu payments, demolition tax




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 Figure 6 The
 recently approved
 mixed-use
 development at
 1657Shermer
 Road will be built
 on the former
 Grainger industrial
 site, offering 318
 units, 48 of which
 wilt be deemed
 affordable.




Discussions with planners in Northbrook state that although the ordinance is relatively new, there
have been a handful of development applications submitted that include on-site affordable units.
One development that has been approved since the adoption of the ordinance is a townhome
development at 175 Pointe Drive (not pictured). This development will have 35 townhomes, 5 of
which will be designated as affordable. Staff in Northbrook have stated that the developers that
have applied in Northbrook are not surprised or discouraged from doing projects when an
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Is in place, as they seem to be used to it if they already work in
the area. Staff also noted that although they are supportive of the Ordinance itself, they have
been surprised at the popularity of the fee-in-Ueu alternative option instead of providing the units
on site.


Northbrook also recently adopted some policy regarding "internal" or "attached" accessory
dwelling units (ADUs) through a special permit or conditional use. Staff has stated that it is
important to have a thorough yet understandable policy that can explain the application process
to prospective developers, while utilizing any available partnerships. Northbrook's Deputy
Director of Development and Planning Services has stated that while Northbrook modeled many
of their affordable housing policies after the city of Highland Park, it is important to create
policy that is best for the individual community and works best for its residents. Northbrook staff
reinforced that working with developers to understand the affordable housing process early in the
development stages results in improved development outcomes and developer willingness to
develop in Northbrook.

More information on Northbrook's Inclusionary Housing Policy and Procedures can be found
here: httDS://www.northbrook.il.us/DocumentCenter/View/5086/Northbrook-Inclusionarv-
Policies-and-Procedures Y5 and here:
httDs://librarv.municode.com/il/northbrook/codes/code of ordinances?node!d=CH19PLDE AR
TVIIAFHOTRFU




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Potential Development in Skokie
As has been shared during discussions regarding new development, staff has provided
information the Village's ongoing consideration of inclusionary housing. Developers have
started to include on-site affordable units in development scenarios. Notable in this work has
been the approved project at 8610 Niles Center Road and its inclusion of 5% affordable units in
its project. Other developers engaged in due diligence have indicated that they will be able to
accommodate the Village's inclusionary housing policies, as contemplated and considered in the
first reading of the proposed Inclusionary housing ordinance.

The response to Skokie's incluslonary housing efforts has indicated developers are familiar with
the application of inclusionary housing practices in Skokie. Developments approved since late
fall 2022 have provided inclusionary units at varying levels ofaffordability in an effort to
provide affordable units on-site. This includes the projects at 5400 Old Orchard Rd (294 units
with 13 affordable units at households earning 100% of AMI) and 8047 Skokie Blvd (56 units
with 3 affordable units at households earning 100% of AMI). Concurrently, since work has
started to consider and adopt an inclusionary housing ordinance, several developers have
incorporated Skokle's proposed Jnclusionary housing ordinance into preliminary development
plans. The proposed townhome project at 4600 Main Street is seeking to comply by making a
payment in lieu at $ 150,000 per unit while other potential development in Skokie in preliminary
planning stages will include on-site units.

One developer who recently considered a land assembly as a potential development was
specifically interviewed about the pending adoption of an inclusionary housing ordinance, as
well as if a developer would potentially be deterred from building a multi-family project in
Skokie. This developer reflected that in their opinion, an inclusionary housing ordinance is not a
"deal breaker", and that mixed-mcome neighborhoods and buildings are often healthier, but for
them the economics of the project matter too. The expense of providing on-slte affordable
housing will need to be accommodated in the development pro forma as well as the operating
budget. This developer also mentioned that the possibility of a fee-in-lieu (or something similar
with a sliding scale) is appreciated and offers flexibility so that the project can be brought to
completion, however it will ultimately depend on what numbers it takes to make the project
feasible. The developer reiterated that an inclusionary housing ordinance itself is not a deterrent
to look into building in a community, but that the ordinance has options built into it so that the
project can be completed. For example, the amount of required parking for a project is something
that can make or break a project but if the inclusionary housing ordinance gives parking relief,
that is one major break that developers find important.



Attachment:
-Matrix summarizing IHOs in other communities




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 MML: 5/15/2023 1s1 Reading
 9/5/2023 2nd Reading




 THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
 VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER

 23-9-C-



 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 46 AND 58 OF THE SKOKIE
 VILLAGE CODE PERTAINING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING
1 WHEREAS, the Village of Skokie (hereinafter "Village") as a home rule unit of local
2 government as provided by Article VII, Section 6 of the Illinois Constitution of 1970 has the
3 authority to exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and
4 affairs except as limited by Article VII, Section 6 of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and

5 WHEREAS, as a home rule unit, the Village's powers are construed liberally as held by
6 the Illinois Supreme Court in the case of Scadron v. City of Des Plaines, 153 lll.2d 164 (1992),
7 including to regulate and to promulgate rules and regulations that pertain to its government
8 affairs; and
9
10 WHEREAS, Chapter 46, of the Skokie Village Code contains various fees for Village
n services, programs and policies and is the appropriate Chapter of the Skokie Village Code to
12 contain provisions concerning the payment of a "fee in lieu" into a Village fund with specific
13 purposes, as part of Affordable Housing; and

14 WHEREAS, Chapter 58, of the Skokie Village Code focuses on and addresses Human
15 Relations including requirements and procedures for housing practices and, therefore, is the
16 appropriate Chapter of the Skokie Village Code to contain provisions concerning Affordable
17 Housing; and

18 WHEREAS, the Village has a long and admirable history concerning open and fair
19 housing including being the first municipality in the State of Illinois to pass a Fair Housing
20 Ordinance and empowering its Human Relations Commission decades ago to aggressively
21 enforce its Fair Housing Ordinance through mediation and public hearings; and

22 WHEREAS, the Village has achieved nearly four times the leve! of affordable housing,
23 as required by the State of iliinois and defined and calculated by the Illinois Housing
24 Development Authority through organic housing trends, without affordable housing
25 regulations or imposition of requirements on new construction; and

26 WHEREAS, notwithstanding the aforementioned present level of affordable housing,
27 there is a continuing need to provide more affordable housing, for: those who have lived in
28 the Village and contributed to its success but are now on reduced or limited incomes as senior
29 residents, for those who work in the Village and for those who seek to come to live in the
30 Village for its opportunities; and




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 1 WHEREAS, there is a continuing need to provide new or renovated and updated
 2 affordable housing to ensure that those who obtain affordable housing in the Village live in
 3 property that is safe and habitable and provides dignity for its occupants; and
4
 5 WHEREAS, without establishing standards and requirements for affordable housing
 6 in the Village there is reasonable concern that the quantity of affordable housing may be
 7 diluted by other new housing construction and the trend toward increased housing prices may
 8 result in an inadequate quantity of affordable housing; and
 9
10 WHEREAS, there is also the need and interest in the Village to encourage and attract
n new housing development because sufficient and varied housing in our community
12 strengthens the economic vitality of the Village; and
13
14 WHEREAS, the Village recognizes that providing affordable housing in our community
15 increases housing opportunities to maintain a diverse population, including but not limited to;
16 family friendly housing, multi-generational housing, senior housing and accessibility; and
17
18 WHEREAS, the Village Plan Commission, as directed by the Village Board, undertook
19 to develop affordable housing recommendations and held a listening session on January 19,
20 2023 for recommendations from local and regional organizations, held two (2) Public
21 Hearings (February 2, 2023 and March 2, 2023) to discuss possible affordable housing
22 recommendations and held a meeting on March 16, 2023 to approve draft goals to present
23 to the Village Board to enable it to establish new affordable housing policies and Village Code
24 provisions; and
25
26 WHEREAS, on April 17, 2023 the Plan Commission Report entitled "Affordable
27 Housing Policy Discussion" was presented to the Village Board at its regular public meeting
28 by the Plan Commission Chair and thereafter, on May 15, 2023, the Village Board at its duly
29 held regular public meeting, further discussed the Village Plan Commission's Report; and
30
31 WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees at the public meeting duly held on May
32 15, 2023, voted to concur in part with the aforesaid recommendation of the Skokie Plan
33 Commission; and

34 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the
35 Village of Skokie, Cook County, Illinois;

36 Section 1: That Chapter 56 of the Skokie Village Code be and the same is hereby
37 amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is highlighted In bold.


3s Chapter 58 - HUMAN RELATIONS AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING


39 ARTICLE 1. - IN GENERAL...



40 ARTICLE III. » AFFORDABLE HOUSING


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 1 Sec. 58-39. Intent and Purpose.


 2 This Article shall promote the public health, safety and welfare of existing and future
 3 residents of the Village by requiring certain residential developments or mixed-use
 4 developments which contain a residential component to incorporate a specified
 5 percentage of dwelling units to qualifying as Affordable Housing.

 6 See. 58-40. DEFINITIONS
 7
 8 A. Definitions.
 9
to - Affordable Housing. Housing that is affordable for targeted households
n identified in this Article. "Affordable Housing" is divided Into tiers based on
12 availability to households at distinct income levels.
13
14 - Affordable Housing Compliance Plan. A plan submitted by a developer or
15 owner of a Governed Development describing how a development shall
is comply with the requirements of this Article.
17
is - Affordable Housing Fund. A fund to be established by the Village, pursuant
19 to Section 58-53 of this Article.
20
21 - Affordable Housing Unit. A dwelling unit that meets the criteria for affordable
22 housing.
23
24 - Affordable Owner Occupied Units. Affordable housing units marketed and
25 offered for sale to eligible households subject to an affordable unit covenant.
26
27 - Affordable Rental Units. Affordable housing units marketed and offered for
28 rent to eligible households subject to standard lease terms.
29
30 - Area Median income (AMI). The median income level for the Chicago-
31 Naperville-Etgin, IL-IN-WI Metropolitan Statistical Area, as established and
32 defined in the annual schedule published by the Secretary of Housing and
33 Urban Development, and adjusted for household size.
34
35 - Certificate of Qualification. A certificate establishing a qualified household's
36 eligibility to purchase or lease an affordable dwelling unit based on income
37 eligibility using income and asset limits, in accordance with the Village's
38 policies and procedures.
39
40 - Consumer Price Index (CPI). Consumer price index for the Chicago"
41 Naperville-Elgin area as published annually by the U.S. Department of Labor,
42 Bureau of Labor Statistics.
43
44 - Conversion. A change in a residential or mixed-use rental development,
45 including Office condominiums, to individual-owner residential
46 condominium units.


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 1
 2 - Developer. The party responsible for obtaining approvals from the Village,
 3 including zoning, subdivision, and building permit approvals, fora Governed
 4 Development.
 5
 6 - Eligible Household. For purposes of this Article, a household with an annual
 7 income less than 60% and 80%, respectively, of the Area Median Income
 8 (AMI).
 9
10 - Governed Development. Any residential or mixed-use development with a
n residential component that is required to provide affordable housing units
12 under provisions of this Article. Projects at one location undertaken In
13 phases, stages or otherwise developed in distinct parts shall be considered
14 a single Governed Development.
15
16 - Housing Expenses.
17 a) For affordable rental units " rent and utilities; and
is b) For Affordable Owner Occupied Units - principal and interest of any
19 mortgages placed on the unit, property taxes, condominium or homeowner's
20 association fees, if applicable, and insurance.
21
22 " Maximum Resale Price. The maximum price, at which an owner-occupied
23 affordable unit may be sold to another eligible household, based on a
24 valuation formula incorporating appraisal data, a maximum appreciation
25 factor, and allowances for capital improvements, all as set forth in a
26 schedule to be published by the Village on an annual basis.
27
28 - Market Rate Housing Units. AU owner-occupied or rental dwelling units in a
29 Governed Development that are not classified as affordable housing units.
30
31 - Nursing Facilities. This means either a Skilled nursing facility or an Assisted"
32 living facility as defined in Section 118-32 of the Code.
33
34 See. 58-41. Administration.
35
36 The provisions of this Article shall be administered by the Village Manager, or
37 designee.
38
39 See. 58-42. Applicability.
40
41 A. General. The provisions of this Article shall apply to all developments that
42 result in the addition of or contain 11 or more residential dwelling units.
43 Developments subject to the provisions of this Article shall be deemed
44 Governed Developments and shall include, but are not limited to, the following:
45
46 1. A development that is new residential construction or new mixed-use
47 construction with a residential component.
48


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 1 2. A development that is the renovation or reconstruction of an existing
 2 multiple family residential building that increases the number of
 3 residential dwelling units from the number of dwelling units in the original
 4 structure.
 5
 6 3. A development that shall change the use of an existing building from
 7 non-residential to residential or that will change the class of residential
 8 use from single family to multi-family.
 9
io 4. A development that includes the conversion of rental property to
n private ownership of individual dwelling units.
12
13 5. An existing Governed Development that engages in a substantial
14 renovation or remodel where the scope of the work requires the
1 s relocation of tenants or permanent end of tenancy for the tenants or when
ie more than 30% of the units in the development are undergoing the
17 renovation or remodel at one time.
18
19 B. Development on Multiple Parcels. For purposes of this Article, a development
20 that is constructed across multiple adjacent parcels under common ownership
21 shal! be considered a single development.
22
23 C. Excluded Developments. The requirements of this Article shall not apply to
24 the following housing types:
25
26 1. The reconstruction of an individual dwelling unit that is rebuilt;
27
28 2. A non-residential development;
29
30 3. Assisted living facilities; and
31
32 4. Nursing facilities.
33
34 See. 58-43. Affordable Housing Requirement for Governed Developments
35
36 A. Calculation of Required Affordable Units. The developer of a Governed
37 Development must satisfy the requirements of this Article by providing
38 affordable housing units within the physical envelope of the development, in the
39 amounts to be calculated is as follows, unless an exception or alternative is
40 approved by the Mayor and Board of Trustees:
41
42 1. Tiered Requirement.
43 a. For projects with 11 to 150 total dwelling units in a Governed
44 Development, 5% shaU be marketed, offered, and maintained as
45 affordable housing units.
46 b. For projects with more than 150 total dwelling units in a Governed
47 Development, 10% shall be marketed, offered, and maintained as
48 affordable housing units.


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 1 c. For all projects, half the required affordable housing units shall be
 2 for applicants with no more than 60% of AMI and half shall be for
 3 applicants with no more than 80% of AMI.
 4 d. When the total number of on-site units is an odd number,
 5 applicants shall select which affordable level the additional unit
 6 shall be.
 7
s 2. Fractional Units. When the application of the percentages specified
9 above results in a number of required affordable housing units that
10 includes a fraction, the fraction shall be rounded up to the next whole
n number if the fraction is greater than 0.5. If the result includes a fraction
12 equal to or less than 0.5, the developer shall have the option of founding
13 up to the next whole number and providing the affordable housing units
14 on-site, or providing the Village with a payment-in-lieu of providing an
15 additional affordable housing unit for that one additional unit.
16
17 B. Payment-in-Lieu of Providing Affordable Units.
18
19 1. A developer may make a cash payment-in-lieu of constructing some or
20 all of the required affordable housing units otherwise required to be
21 constructed pursuant to this Article, but only if the Mayor and Board of
22 Trustees approves such payment as part of a Site Plan Approval or
23 Planned Unit Development.
24
25 2. Required Payment-in-Lieu fee. For Governed Developments permitted
26 to satisfy their affordable housing requirement through a payment-in-
27 lieu, the amount due to the Village shall be pursuant to Section 46-140 of
28 the Code.
29
so 3. Timing of Payment. A developer shall be required to submit the
31 permitted payment-in-lieu for a Governed Development prior to the
32 issuance of any building permits for the Governed Development. In the
33 event that a Governed Development is being constructed in phases, the
34 developer shall only be required to submit a portion of the payment-in-
35 lieu corresponding to the proportion of that phase.
36
37 4. Governed Developments with 100 residential units or more, shall not
38 be eligible to pay the Payment-in-Lieu alternative.
39
40 Sec.58-44. Location and Design Attributes of Affordable Housing Units.
41
42 Affordable housing units in a Governed Development must comply with the following
43 standards, unless granted an exception by the Village Board as part of the affordable
44 housing compliance plan.
45
46 A. Location of Affordable Housing Units. Affordable housing units must
47 be dispersed among the market rate housing units throughout the



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 1 Governed Development and not clustered together or segregated from
 2 market rate housing.
 3
4 B. Size of Units. Affordable housing unit size must be generally
5 representative of and correspond to the size of the market rate housing
6 units within the Governed Development.
 7
 8 C. Phasing of Construction. In a Governed Development to be
 9 constructed in multiple phases, each phase of the development must
io include a number of affordable housing units proportional to the fraction
n that the phase consists of the entire Governed Development.
12 Construction of affordable housing units may not be delayed or grouped
13 into later phases of a Governed Development.
14
15 D. Exterior Appearance. The exterior appearance of affordable housing
16 units in any Governed Development must be visually compatible with the
17 market rate housing units in the Governed Development. External
is building materials and finishes must be substantially the same in type
19 and quality for affordable housing units as for market rate housing units.
20 Affordable housing units shall be indiscernible from market rate housing
21 units from when viewed from interior corridors and other common areas.
22
23 E. Mix of Bedroom Types of Affordable Housing Units. The bedroom mix
24 of affordable housing units must be in equal proportion to the bedroom
25 mix of the market rate housing units within the Governed Development.
26
27 F. Amenities. Affordable housing units must have similar access to
28 common areas, facilities, and services as that enjoyed by comparable
29 market rate housing units in a Governed Development including but not
30 limited to outdoor spaces, amenity spaces, storage, parking, bicycle
31 parking facilities, and resident services.
32
33 G. Mixed Occupancy Developments. If a Governed Development includes
34 both rental housing units and owner occupied units, the ratio of
35 affordable rental to affordable owner occupied units marketed and
36 offered must be equal to the ratio of rental to owner occupied market rate
37 housing units marketed and offered in the Governed Development.
38
39 See. 58-45. Period ofAffordability.
40
41 For both Affordable Owner Occupied Units and Lease of Affordable Rental Units
42 the period of affordability shall be 40 years, to commence at the time of six (6) months
43 subsequent to the Certificate of Occupancy is issued by the Village. The developer or
44 owner shall execute and record any agreements, covenants, or instruments required
45 by this Part to ensure compliance with this section.
46
47 See. 58-46. Reserved for Affordability Controls for Affordable Owner Occupied Units.
48
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 1 Sec. 58-47. Affordability Controls For Affordable Rental Units.
 2
 3 A. Rental Rates for Affordable Rental Units. Permitted housing expenses for affordable
 4 rental units shall be set according to a schedule published by the Village annually and
 5 calculated on the basis of:
 6
 7 1. Housing expenses at or below thirty one percent (31%) of the designated
 8 eligible income tiers set forth In Section 58-43, with a household size
 9 corresponding to the size of the unit.
10
11 2. If the most recent edition of HUD's reporting indicates a lower area median
12 income than the previous edition, the maximum housing expenses shall be
13 adjusted accordingly.
14
15 3. The following relationship between unit size and household size shall be used
16 to determine the appropriate income level at which affordable housing expenses
17 are calculated:
18
 Income Level
 Unit Size
 for Household Size
 Efficiency 1 Person
 1 Bedroom 2 Persons
 2 Bedrooms 3 Persons
 3 Bedrooms 4 Persons
 4 Bedrooms 7 Persons
19
20 B. Lease Term. No affordable rental unit may be initially leased for a period of less than
21 12 months. All leases must be written and, in a form, approved by the Village. Renewal
22 leases may be less than 12 months based on mutual agreement between the developer
23 and tenant Final lease agreements are the responsibility of the developer and the
24 prospective tenant. Tenants are responsible for application fees, security deposits and
25 the full amount of the rent as stated on the lease. All lease provisions shall comply
26 with applicable laws and regulations. The developer shall maintain copies of all leases
27 entered into with a certified household (including an income certification) and
28 distribute a copy to the Village or its designated not-for-profit partner organization.
29
30 C. Rental Compliance. The developer, or its designee, shall submit an annual
31 compliance report describing each affordable unit in detail including but not limited to
32 changes in tenancy, turnovers, and income certifications for all new tenants upon
33 request of the Village Manager.
34
35 Sec. 58-48. Affordable Housing Compliance Plans - Review And Approval Process.
36
37 A. Application. For all Governed Development projects, the developer shall file an
38 application for approval of the project's plan to comply with this Article on a form
39 provided and required by the Village Manager or designee.
40
41 Sec. 58-49. Reserved - Reduced Parking Requirement For Qualifying Developments.

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 1
 2 Section 2: That Chapter 46 of the Skokie Village Code be and the same is hereby
 3 amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is highlighted in bold.

 4
 5 Chapter 46 FEES FOR LICENSES. SERVICES AND PERMITS
 6
 7
 8
 9 ARTICLE IV. - BUILDING PERMITS AND RELATED FEES
10
11
12

13 Sec. 46-140. - Affordable Housing Unit - Fee-ln-Ueu.


14 The fee in lieu of for Affordable Housing Units pursuant to Section 58-43 B. is
15 $150,000 per Affordable Housing Unit

16 Section 3: That an Affordable Housing Renovation Grant program shall be
17 established under the direction of the Village Manager or designee. General provisions of the
is program shall be as follows:
19
20 A. Pyrpose,
21
22 The Purpose and intent of the Affordable Housing Renovation Grant Program shall be to
23 encourage and foster the renovation rental properties consisting of two (2) to four (4) unit
24 buildings in Skokie that qualify as Affordable Housing. The focus shall be on the older housing
25 stock that have not been recently improved, which the receipt of grant funds would advance
26 the livabiHty and safety of the property with renovation. The provisions of this Affordable
27 Housing Renovation Grant Article shall be administered by the Village Manager or designee.
28
29 B. Administration.
30
31 The Village Manager or designee shall promulgate rules, regulations and forms for the
32 Affordable Housing Renovation Grant Program and will administer the program.
33
34 C. Property and Owner(s) Elifljbilitv.
35
36 1. Properties eligible for funding under the Affordable Housing Renovation
37 Grant Program shall be existing properties in the Village of Skokie which
38 have satisfied the State of Illinois definition for Affordable Housing for at
39 least 3 consecutive years including the year of application for Affordable
40 Housing Renovation Grant funds. Additionally, a property must be at least
41 a two (2) unit rental building and no more than a four (4) unit rental building
42 and the property owner or family member cannot be a resident, occupant
43 or tenant in the property at any time during the Term of the Affordable
44 Housing Renovation Grant.
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 1 2. Eligible property owners shall own not more than three (3) qualifying renta!
 2 properties in the Village of Skokie.
 3
 4 D. ApplicatiQns,
 5
 6 The owner(s) in title to a prospective property shall submit an application and any additional
 7 documents required by the VIHage Manager or designee, pursuant to the published rules and
 8 regulations of the Affordable Housing Renovation Grant Program. Documents to be included
 9 with the application may include but not limited to;
io 1. A statement of the scope of work,
n 2. Proposals from 3 licensed contractors for the contemplated work, who have
12 previously performed work in the Village of Skokie, and
13 3. A fully executed agreement with the selected contractor, shall be tendered prior to
14 the commencement of any construction, demolition or renovation or any material
15 change to the structure or prior to the issuance of any required permits, in order to
16 qualify for an Affordable Housing Renovation Grant.
17
is E. Grant AgreementtobeRecorded,
19
20 Applicants) shall be required to execute and submit documents which shall be recorded
21 against the property for which the grant funds are to be used, requiring that aii units in subject
22 property shall be rented to households with a qualifying household income at or be!ow 80%
23 of the area median income ("AMI") and paying an affordable rent as published annually by
24 the Niinois Housing Development Authority ("IHDA") with an allowance for increases in real
25 estate taxes.
26
27 F. Source and Limit of Grant Funds:
28 Affordable Housing Renovation Grant funds shall be allocated from the In-Lieu Fund of the
29 Village accumulated from new development payments. Funds allocated for an Affordable
30 Housing Renovation Grant shall be released property owner after the contracted work is
31 completed and inspected by the Village. Any Affordable Housing Renovation Grant shall be
32 limited to no more than $50,000.
33
34 G. Term of Affordable Housinfl Renoyation Grant.
35 All Affordable Housing Renovation Grants shall require that the affordable housing rent
36 remain in place for a minimum of 10 years from the date of the first payment of Affordable
37 Housing Renovation Grant money. The Affordable Housing Renovation Grant runs with the
38 property and is not based on ownership. New property owners shall be required to maintain
39 the existing Affordable Housing rent as established under the Affordable Housing Renovation
40 Grant.
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 Section 4: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.

 ADOPTED this day of September, 2023.

Ayes:
Nays: Village Clerk
Absent:

Attested and filed in my office Approved by me this day of
This th day of September, 2023; September, 2023.
and published in pamphlet form
according to law from September th,
2023 to September th, 2023.
 Mayor, Village of Skokie


Village Clerk




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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 7:30
p.m. on Tuesday, September 5, 2023




Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Pramod Shah.
Mayor Van Dusen called the meeting to order.
Motion to permit Trustee Pure Slovin to participate remotely for this meeting.
Moved: Trustee Khoeun Seconded: Trustee Sutker
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: Pure Slovin.
MOTION CARRIED

The Clerk call the Roll. Those present were Trustees Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Klein
and Mayor Van Dusen. Trustee Pure Slovin was absent.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
Moved: Trustee Johnson Seconded: Trustee Klein
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: Pure Slovin.
MOTION CARRIED

* Approve, as submitted, minutes of regular meeting held Monday, August 21, 2023.
Omnibus vote.

* Approve Voucher List #8-FY24 of September 5, 2023.
Omnibus vote.

Proclamations and Resolutions.
A. Proclamations
National Suicide Prevention + Action Month – September 2023
Trustee Sutker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker read the Proclamation ensuring that all individuals have
access to the necessary tools and community resources for discussing suicide prevention and seeking
assistance.

* Payroll Week – September 4-8, 2023
Omnibus vote.

Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations.
 *A. Reappointments
 Appearance Commission: Julie Naumiak
 Board of Fire & Police Commissioners: Helene Levine as Vice Chair
 Economic Development Commission: Marc Battista, Barbara Carley, Steve Franklin,
 Scott Gendell, Curt Hansen, Joseph Hermiz, Serge Khalimsky, Brian Levinson, David
 Rahija, Michael Rosen and Howard Meyer as Vice Chair
 Fire Pension Board: Julian Prendi
 Police Pension Board: Harold Primack
 Public Arts Advisory Committee: Barbara M Meyer as Chair
 Sustainability Environmental Advisory Commission: Rick Moskovitz, Jim McNelis as
 Vice Chair and Jennifer Grossman as Chair
 Zoning Board of Appeals: Sharon Kirkpatrick, Sean Arden, Elaine Jacobson and
 David Solovy
 *B. Resignation
 Human Relations Commission: Daphnee Camilien
Omnibus vote.



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Presentations and Reports.
A. The 2023 Skokie Community Health Plan: A Five-year Strategy for a Healthier Skokie –
Presentation by Michael Charley, Director of Health and Human Services and Elizabeth Nelson, Public
Health Coordinator/Data Analyst
Elizabeth Nelson, Public Health coordinator/Data Analyst spoke about the primary objectives of the
Community Health Improvement Plan:
Identify our community health priorities, focus attention and resources on strategies for positive health
outcomes, monitor and measure progress in achieving these outcomes and enhance the overall
health of the community.
Also three priorities were chosen:
Priority 1: Access to Healthcare
Priority 2: Access to Behavioral Health
Priority 3: Affordable Housing

George Hanus spoke about concerns with the Plan.
The revised corrected version of the 2023 Skokie Community Health Plan will be presented at the next
meeting.

Report of the Village Manager.
A. Review and Approval of Closed Session Minutes.
Resolution 23-9-R-1558
Motion to approve the release of certain Executive Minutes.
Moved: Trustee Khoeun Seconded: Trustee Sutker
Trustee Johnson spoke about Exhibit 3 (Destruction of Verbatim Records), not to destroy.
Motion for an Executive Session to discuss. This failed for a seconded.
Motion to Table Exhibit 3 to further discuss. This failed for a seconded.
Motion to keep all the records that had to do with the Corporation’s Counsel-Performance review of
the Legal Department.
Motion failed for a seconded.
Motion to amend the Resolution to not destroy Item 97 from Exhibit “3”
Moved: Johnson Seconded: Khoeun
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: Klein.
Absent: Pure Slovin.
MOTION CARRIED
Hillary Hunter, Kimberly Polka, Rachel Vanhooes, Matt Jarvis, Brandon, Lauren Grodnicki, and
Vicki Wolfinger all spoke about destruction, dishonesty, and transparency about the Exhibits.

Motion to divide the vote to Exhibit “1” and Exhibit “2” and Exhibit “3”-separately.
Motion failed for a seconded.

Motion to approve the release of certain Executive Minutes as amended.
Ayes: Sutker, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Abstain: Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson
Nays: None.
Absent: Pure Slovin.
MOTION CARRIED (pending confirmation)

*B. Purchase of One (1) Public Works Aerial Bucket Truck – National Auto Fleet Group,
Watsonville, California - $186,400.
Motion to award a contract to National Auto Fleet Group, Watsonville, CA in the amount of
$186,400 to purchase one public works aerial bucket truck.
Omnibus vote.

*C. Replacement of Fire Hydrants and Accessories – Core and Main, Lake Bluff, IL –
149,125 and Ziebell Water Service Products, Elk Grove Village, IL - $11,250.
Omnibus vote.

*D. Purchase of One (1) Public Works Pick-Up Truck – National Auto Fleet Group, Watsonville,
California - $50,865.24.
Omnibus vote.


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Report of the Corporation Counsel.
SECOND READING:
An ordinance amending chapters 46 and 58 of the Skokie Village Code pertaining to affordable housing.
Item A is on the agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on May 15, 2023.
Motion to table this Ordinance for further review.
Moved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Klein
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: Pure Slovin.
MOTION CARRIED
Allan Zaids, Mike, Helen Levinson Lauren Grodnicki, Shelli Patt and Gail Schechter from
Skokie Neighbors for Housing Justice, David Younker, Jan Beladi, a 2 year resident, Kimberly
Polka, Cathy White, Vicki Wolfinger, Molly, Alice Pappas George Hanus all spoke which
included data, rental control, land trust, fee in lieu, new multi-family units, disability
individuals, grants that pay landlords, increase stock of affordable housing units, basic needs for
families-food security, health care and developers. All spoke in regard to the Affordable Housing
Ordinance.

Unfinished Business
Lauren Grodnicki gave a power point presentation on Solar Energy
What homeowners should know about installing rooftop solar panels, examples of panels,
return on investments, tax credits and incentives.

Public Comment.
Matt Jarvis, John Hopp-spoke about the grants that pay landlords, affordable housing
ordinance.

Trustee Johnson commented on the payment in lieu option. Developers with 100
residential units or more shall not be eligible to pay the payment in lieu. All of Skokie
developments have been less than 100 units.
Danny Cohen- Problems with rats.

Public Comment-Update
Shelli Patt spoke in favor of the Affordable Housing Ordinance. She also mentioned about
the Skokie smoking ban as an illustration of a similar progressive ordinance.

Public Comments by email.
Judy Mendel, Matt Temkin, Emi Yamauchi’s public comments from Aug. 21, 2023
concerning the Mapping meeting on August 14, 2023 at the Skokie public library.
Matt Temkin, Judy Mendel-Housing subcommittee membership was not equitable nor
transparent.
Cally McKinney-Election reform- new map.
Judy Mendel- How other communities are making the districting process transparent,
accessible and inclusive.
JJ Ivaska, Shelli Patt, Charlie Saxe ,Gail Schechter, Judy Mendel , Bob Kusel, John Hopp,
and Emi Yamauchi -affordable Housing Policy-why a new draft is needed.
Jinsky Jean Pois-The Origin of Skokie Electoral Reform.
Alexander “Sasha” Gutfraind, Phd., Zev Geller, Ben Kirschner -Opposing “affordable
housing” mandate.
Gail Schechter-Inclusionary zoning parameters and correspondence to property tax relief.
Lisa Silverman- Rats at 9447 Lockwood.

Motion to adjourn at 9:42 p.m.
Moved: Trustee Sutker Seconded: Trustee Klein
Ayes: Sutker, Robinson, Khoeun, Johnson, Klein and Mayor Van Dusen
Nays: None.
Absent: Pure Slovin.
MOTION CARRIED


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 __________________________________

 Pramod Shah Village Clerk




Approved:

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Mayor Van Dusen




Items marked with an asterisk (*) indicate they are part of the Consent Agenda that contains routine items or items which have
already been discussed by the Mayor and Board at a previous public meeting and require a second reading. Items on the Consent
Agenda are passed in one vote at the beginning of the Board Meeting. Prior to the vote on the Consent Agenda, the Mayor will
inquire if there is any matter which anyone wishes to remove from the Consent Agenda. If there is an item on the Consent
Agenda which you wish to address, please inform the Mayor at that time you wish to remove it from the Consent Agenda.




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