Consumer Affairs Commission — Skokie, IL
Date: 2024-07-16

Village of Skokie
 Consumer Affairs Commission
 Tuesday, July 16, 2024
 6:00 P.M.
 Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie IL, Conference Room D




 I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER I DECLARATION OF QUOURM

 II. INTRODUCTIONS
 a. Members of the Consumer Affairs Commission
 b. Carol White, Economic Vitality Coordinator

 III. OLD BUSINESS

 IV. NEW BUSINESS
 a. Business of the Year -Implementation of recognition of 2023 winners.
 b. Shop Local Campaign – Update
 c. Supporting Village of Skokie Sustainability Initiatives

 V. COMMUNICATIONS
 a. Village Staff
 b. CAC Members

 VI. PUBLIC COMMENT

 VII. ADJOURNMENT




 The next regular meeting of the Consumer Affairs Commission is scheduled for Wednesday,
 August 14, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. in Conference Room A.




620203
620203

Consumer Affairs Commission Minutes
 JULY 18, 2024 – 6:00pm | Meeting called to order by Biju Krishnan

Attendance

In Attendance:
 • Biju Krishnan, Chair
 • Ted Lavine
 • Anil Pillai
 • George Mathew
 • Howard Meyer
 • Natalie Lopatkiewicz
 • Gary Merrill

Village Staff:
 • Carol White

Excused:
 • Pratap Sampat
 • Khem Khoeun, Trustee
 • Jerry Kirkpatrick


Minutes

I. Meeting called to order at 6:11pm.

II. Approval of Minutes.
Natalie Lopatkiewicz motioned to approve the minutes from April 10, 2024. Ted Lavine seconded. Motion
passed.

III. Old Business
None.
IV. New Business
Natalie Lopatkiewicz visited Soul Good Coffee to introduce the Consumer Affairs Commission and to discuss
Soul Good Coffee’s experience after winning Business of the Year in 2023. She reported back that Christina
really appreciated the video that was promoted by the Village announcing the honor and that it brought new
customers to the shop. She also talked about our “Start Your Day in Skokie” coffee mug campaign and how
she enjoyed participating.
Gary Merrill spoke about his meal at Charcoal Oven and what a delicious first-class experience it was. The
owners were excited to welcome him and share with him their commitment to the community. He remarked
that the service was great, he enjoyed a huge steak, the homemade cherry pie was delicious, and the restaurant
was clean and wheelchair accessible. He said it is the best kept secret in Skokie!
 #621232
Farmers Market: Ted Lavine visited the Farmer’s Market and was pleased with the great crowd and variety of
vendors.
Business of the Year: Discussion took place regarding Business of the Year. Ballot boxes will be placed at the
four (4) nominees for 2023 and at the front desk of the Village. The solicitation of nominees will begin August
1, 2024.
IV. Communications
Village Staff, Carol White shared her progress in her 11 months as Economic Vitality Coordinator and
express her excitement to work with this board and the Village. Over 16 new businesses have signed leases in
Downtown Skokie and Main Street and she is excited for more recruits to commit before end of 2024.
V. Public Comment:
None.


Motion to adjourn was made at 7:00pm and was passed unanimously.
Respectively submitted, Carol White, Economic Vitality Coordinator, Village of Skokie

Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 6:00pm




 Page 2