Board of Trustees — Skokie, IL
Date: 2026-05-04

Agenda
Village Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, May 4, 2026 – 7:30 p.m.

 1. Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Minal Desai
 2. Call to Order and Roll Call
 3. Approve Consent Agenda
 4. *Approve, as submitted, minutes the regular meeting held Monday, April 20, 2026 and
 minutes of the Budget Hearings held on Monday, April 13, Thursday, April 16, Tuesday,
 April 21, and Monday, April 27.

 5. *Approve Voucher List #1-FY27 of May 4, 2026
 6. Proclamations and Resolutions
 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month – May 2026
 Jewish American Heritage Month – May 2026
 7. Recognition, Awards and Honorary Presentations

 8. Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations
 a. *Appointments
 Beautification & Improvement Commission: Vesna Zahos
 Economic Development Commission: Nick Greifer
 Public Safety Commission: Marcus Hayes
 Skokie Police Use of Force Review Board: Ana Popa

 b. *Reappointments
 Board of Health: Sibyl Yau as Vice Chair and Dr. Edward Linn as Chair

 c. *Resignations
 Commission on Family Services: Peggy Molina
 Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission: Olivia Mahoney

 9. Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
 10. Presentations and Reports

 11. Report of the Village Manager
 a. *ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Consulting Services – LCM Architects,
 Chicago, Illinois - $57,535.

 12. Report of the Corporation Counsel
 a. *An Ordinance amending Chapter 58 of the Skokie Village Code relating to the
 establishment and administration of a Housing Fund and the creation of a
 Community Land Trust. Item A is on the consent agenda for second reading and
 adoption. The first reading was on April 20, 2026.
 b. *An Ordinance amending section 2-2 of the Village Code concerning adoption of a
 Village Flag. Item B is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The
 first reading was on April 20, 2026.
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 c. *A Resolution approving a new Village Flag design. Item C is on the consent agenda
 for first reading and adoption.
 d. *An Ordinance granting a special use permit to establish and operate an automotive
 repair facility at 7309 Monticello Avenue, Skokie, Illinois, in an M3 Industry district,
 and relief from §118-218(b)(4) of the Skokie Village Code. Item D is on the consent
 agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on April 20, 2026.
 e. *An Ordinance amending various sections of Chapter 118 of the Skokie Village Code.
 Item E is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading
 was on April 20, 2026.
 f. Recommendation for proposed Rules of Public Comment and Code of Conduct for
 Elected and Appointed Officials at Public Meetings. Item F is on the agenda for first
 reading. The second reading will be presented on May 18, 2026 for adoption.

 13. Unfinished Business
 14. New Business
 15. Plan Commission
 a. Plan Commission Case 2026-02P – Site Plan Approval: 7120 Laramie Avenue.

 16. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Hearing #1: Program Year 2026
 Applicant Presentations.

 17. Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)

 18. Adjournment




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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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, April 20, 2026




Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Minal Desai

Call meeting to order and roll call
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tennes.
Roll Call: Trustees Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy
and Mayor Tennes.

Before proceeding with other business, Mayor Tennes read a statement addressing
recent troubling incidents in the community. Mayor Tennes condemned recent
incidents in local parks involving anti-Semitic language reaffirming the Village’s
commitment to ensuring all residents feel safe and respected. Mayor Tennes
directed Skokie schools to begin tracking hate crime data and contributing to a
shared community database, and encouraged increased education, upstander
behavior, and strengthened community partnerships. Mayor Tennes also invited
residents to attend a community gathering at Central Park at 5 PM to support the
Jewish community and reaffirm shared values. Trustee Pure Slovin thanked the
Mayor, police, and staff for their response, highlighted the broader impact of rising
anti-Semitism, and urged residents to engage in outreach, dialogue, and support
for affected families. Trustee Schechter shared the importance of maintaining an
inclusive community where individuals can express their identity without fear.

Approval of Consent Agenda
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda.

Mayor Tennes removed the voucher list from the consent agenda.

Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy

Seconded: Trustee Robinson

Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter

Nays: None

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED


Mayor Tennes removed the voucher list to allow separate discussion of performance
bonus for Village Manager John Lockerby and thanked him for his leadership. Trustee
Lissa Levy, Trustee Robinson and Trustee Pure Slovin also thanked him for his
support, knowledge and leadership.

Motion to approve the voucher list as presented.

Moved: Trustee Kimani Levy



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Seconded: Trustee Pure Slovin

Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter

Nays: None

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED

*Approve, as submitted, minutes the regular meeting held Monday, April 6, 2026
Omnibus vote

*Approve Voucher List #23-FY26 of April 20, 2026
Omnibus vote

Agenda

Proclamations and Resolutions
Recognition, Awards and Honorary Presentations

Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations
 a. Swearing in of the following personnel by Helene Levine, Vice Chair of the
 Board of Fire and Police Commission:
 Name Old Position New Position
 Brandon Evans New Hire Firefighter
 Warren Allen New Hire Firefighter


Helene Levine of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners administered the oath
of office to new Firefighter Evans and Firefighter Allen. Mayor Tennes congratulated
Firefighter Evans and Firefighter Allen and welcomed them to the Skokie Fire
Department, and thanked their families for their support.
7:55 pm Mayor Tennes called for a five-minute recess
8:00 pm Meeting resumed


 b. *Appointments
 Commission on Family Services: Nizamuddin Mohammed
 Zoning Board of Appeals: Roman Bujdei
Omnibus vote

 c. *Resignation
 Zoning Board of Appeals: David Solovy
Omnibus vote


Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)

Joaquin Mejia, requested revisions to the short-term rental ordinance to allow
continued operation of responsible hosts. Patricia Mejia, supported the request.




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Debbie Cohen, spoke about stronger community response to antisemitism, clearer
terminology regarding incidents, and suggested visible education and kindness-
focused community initiatives.

Edie Frymark, asked for transparent, consistent public reporting and tracking of
antisemitic incidents.

David Dalka, spoke about service equity in Northwest Skokie and referenced
potential consideration of annexation.

Lauren Grodnicki spoke about Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers and recommended
phased restrictions.

Kimberly Polka thanked the Village for improved communication on recent
incidents and supported increased transparency and awareness of community
safety issues.

Presentations and Reports


Report of the Village Manager
Village Manager John Lockerby noted the Human Relations Commission is actively
engaged, with subcommittees meeting later in the week, and continues to partner
with the Police Department and share annual hate crime and incident data.
Creation of a Housing Fund and the Skokie Community Land Trust.


Manager Lockerby reported that staff presented a draft ordinance to establish a
Community Land Trust and Housing Fund under Chapter 58, supporting long-term
affordable homeownership and a dedicated funding source for housing activities.
Manager Lockerby recommended approval, noting the item would return May 4th
for second reading and final action if approved. Trustee Schechter thanked staff
and advocates, noting the multi-year process and value of added tools to support
affordable housing. Trustee Robinson recognized the extended development effort
and supported the outcome as thoughtful and meaningful.
Motion to concur with the ordinance amending Chapter 58 of the Skokie Village
Code
Moved: Trustee Schechter

Seconded: Trustee Robinson

Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter

Nays: None

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED




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Trustee Iverson spoke about the importance of affordability. Kimberly Polka
supported the proposal and suggested consideration of a standalone housing
commission. Lauren Grodnicki thanked the board and noted. Emi Yamauchi
appreciated the process and spoke about diversified funding sources and initial
seed funding.
Village Flag – Recommended Design

Patrick Deignan, Director of Marketing and Engagement, presented the Village flag
design initiative following adoption of a new corporate seal in March 2025. He
outlined the public design process led by a seven-member panel, including local
artists, residents, and staff, and nearly 80 submissions reviewed using established
flag design principles. After refinement and public input (nearly 800 survey
responses), the recommended design was the “Skokie Spirit Flag” by Buddy Bohr,
featuring a flame-inspired motif symbolizing warmth, heritage, and inclusivity,
drawing inspiration from the village seal and local art history.

Buddy Bohr was present and noted the design was simplified through feedback.
Trustee Schechter asked about flag display locations and design standards. Director
or Marketing Deignan confirmed it is displayed at multiple Village sites and that
omitting “Skokie” aligns with best practices. Trustee Iverson liked the design as
reflective of Village values, and Trustee Schechter liked the movement and
symbolism.

Kimberly Polka spoke about municipal flags like Chicago's don't include the city
name.

Motion to approve to authorize Corporation Counsel to draft the ordinance to
adopt a new Village of Skokie Flag.

Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy

Seconded: Trustee Pure Slovin

Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter

Nays: None

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED

*Excess Liability Coverage for Fiscal Year 2027 – Gallagher –METIS/Genesis/Arch
Companies.
Motion to recommend that the Village Board approve and accept the proposal
submitted by Gallagher-METIS/Genesis/Arch quote in the amount of $660,585 and
authorize the Village Manager to enter into a contract for said services.
Omnibus vote.




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Report of the Corporation Counsel
No Report.
Unfinished Business
 2. New Business
 a. Village Board Review of a Decision and Recommendation of the Skokie
 Ethics Commission – Case 25-01: James Johnson, Respondent

Corporation Counsel Elrod explained the Skokie Ethics Commission reviewed a
complaint alleging James Johnson, former Village Trustee, violated prohibited
political activity provisions of the Ethics Code. He noted the Commission provided
notice and opportunity to be heard, and issued findings concluding three violations
and recommending a $1 penalty per violation. Corporation Counsel Elrod stated the
Board’s role is limited to accepting, rejecting, or modifying the recommended
penalty; it may not relitigate the case, and the final decision is subject to
administrative review in circuit court.

Trustee Pure Slovin asked about administrative review, and Corporation Counsel
Elrod explained it is record-based court review without new testimony. Trustee
Lissa Levy noted that James Johnson uses they/them pronouns. Trustee Schechter
asked about procedure, and Corporation Counsel Elrod advised motions must
reflect one of the three options with a simple vote. Trustee Pure Slovin confirmed
that rejecting the recommendation would pertain only to the penalty, not the
Commission’s findings, which Elrod confirmed.

Kimberly Polka spoke in support of James Johnson, described prior advocacy work,
and stated opposition to the Ethics Commission’s recommendation.

Lauren Grodnicki supported prior reform efforts, questioned the Ethics
Commission process, and opposed the recommendation.

Emi Yamauchi supported rejection of the recommendation and raised concerns
about the Ethics Commission’s structure and process.

Trustee Iverson said he would reject the recommended fine.

Motion to reject the recommendation and issue no fine.

Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy

Seconded: Trustee Schechter

Ayes: Kimani Levy, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Schechter

Nays: Robinson and Pure Slovin

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED

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 A. Plan Commission Case 2026-03P – Special Use Permit: 7309 Monticello
Avenue.

Community Development Director Nyden presented a request for a special use
permit for a full-service automotive repair facility at 7309 Monticello Avenue,
including related parking relief to allow five spaces instead of seven.

Motion to approve the request from Tayyab Shaik for a special use permit for an
automotive repair facility in the M3 Industrial zoning district be approved subject to
all conditions.


Moved: Trustee Pure Slovin

Seconded: Trustee Kimani Levy

Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter

Nays: None

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED

Plan Commission Case 2026-04P – Zoning Chapter Amendment: Text Amendments.
Motion to amend Sections 118-32, 118-59, and 118-253 and Appendix A of the
Village Code to add a definition for adaptive reuse, to adjust allowable front yard
obstructions to include roofed front porches, to allow for vertical expansion of non-
conforming housing structures within the existing footprint and to update the
building height definition were recommended.

Community Development Director Nyden presented zoning amendments
supporting housing and building improvements, including adaptive reuse, revised
building height definitions, additions to nonconforming single-family homes
without ZBA relief, permitted yard obstructions, and use table updates

Trustee Lissa Levy asked about applicability to garages. Director Nyden clarified it
applies only to single-family homes, with ADUs addressed separately. Lauren
Grodnicki asked questions on building height and shading impacts. Director Nyden
provided clarifications and noted shade impacts are not regulated in zoning.

Motion to approve Plan Commission case 2026-04P, zoning chapter amendments
as presented.

Moved: Trustee Kimani Levy

Seconded: Trustee Lissa Levy

Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter

Nays: None

Absent: None

MOTION CARRIED




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Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes) – None
Public Comments by email
James Johnson-Concerning the Ethics Commission, 2nd email-concerning the Ethics
Commission
Elline Eliasoff-Ethics Committee, 1-14-26 decision
Joaquin Mejia and
Luz Patricia Mejia-concern regarding Short Term Rentings
Michelle Patt-support for Community Land Trust and Housing Fund
Mr. Jinsky Jean Pois-Skokie Ethics Commission Case 25-01
Robert Kusel-Ethics Commission Findings


Adjournment: 9:14 pm

Moved: Lissa Levy
Seconded: Kimani Levy




Approved:




Village Clerk Minal Desai



Approved:



Mayor Ann Tennes




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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Village of Skokie Board of Trustees
Budget Hearing #1 Meeting Minutes
April 13, 2026 | 6:15 p.m.
Conference Room D & E or Village of Skokie YouTube Channel
5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077

The Village’s FY27 Proposed Budget and Budget Message, a detailed summary of the budget,
are available for review on the Village’s website, www.skokie.org/budget. Annually, the Village
Board reviews the budget at four public budget hearings. These hearings are open to the public
and also are streamed live and archived on the Village’s YouTube channel.

Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tennes.

Roll Call/Declaration of Quorum
In attendance: Trustees Lissa Levy, Iverson, Kimani Levy, Schechter, Robinson and Mayor
Tennes. Also present was Deputy Corporation Counsel, Barb Mangler, Village Clerk Minal Desai,
Village Manager, John Lockerby, Finance Director, Julian Prendi and Assistant to the Village
Manager, Alex Franz.

Not in Attendance: Trustee Pure Slovin.

Municipal Finances 101 and Budget Overview
Village Manager John Lockerby presented the FY27 Budget Overview. During the overview of
the strategic goal action items, Mayor Tennes asked if the Next Generation 911 system would
allow text messaging. John explained that it would. Finance Director Julian Prendi then
presented a Municipal Finance Overview. Trustee Iverson asked if money in special funds can
be transferred to the general fund. Julian explained that they could but it is not Village practice.
Trustee Lissa Levy asked about the impact of reverting police and fire pensions to tier 1. Julian
explained that it would have a significant impact on Village finances. Mayor Tennes inquired on
how membership of the Fire and Police Pension Boards is established. Julian explained that it is
set by state statute. Trustee Schechter requested updates on the Villages fund reserves and an
excess fund reserve policy. Mayor Tennes expressed her support for an excess fund reserve
policy and Trustee Lissa Levy suggested tying excess reserves with participatory budgeting. John
Lockerby explained the flexibility that the Village’s current policy allows during economic
shortfalls. Julian explained that staff will research excess reserve policies. Mayor Tennes and
Trustee Schechter expressed their support for raising the percentage of the fund balance policy.
Julian Prendi presented an overview of the FY27 Revenues. Trustee Lissa Levy asked if the
additional tax revenues that were collected as a result of the federal tariffs would have to be
returned. Julian explained that they would not. Trustee Schechter asked about the Old Orchard
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when funding goals are reached. Trustee Iverson noted his support for conservative financial
policies. Trustee Schechter asked for an analysis on how much the Skokie economy would have
to grow to meet the growing economic shortfalls in the general fund. Mayor Tennes inquired
on the process for changing the reserve policy. John said that staff would prepare a memo
analyzing an increased reserve policy. In regards to the water rate, Mayor Tennes inquired on
the percentage increase of future year water rates. Julian explained that similar increases to
FY27 are projected.

John Lockerby presented an overview of the FY27 Proposed Expenditures. Mayor Tennes asked
how the $50,000 contingency budget is used. John explained that he will provide a report.
Trustee Iverson noted the large health insurance increase and asked if it was expected. Julian
explained that it was and is largely the result of prescription drug costs. Mayor Tennes asked
about the downtown parking garage and John explained its funding structure and use. In
response to the two new strategic enhancements, Trustee Lissa Levy asked what days the
fourth ambulance peak hours program would be in effect. John explained that Fire Chief
Eschner will explain the program in greater detail during his budget presentation. Trustee
Iverson ask if the proposed revenue enhancements were sufficient to cover the new
expenditures. Julian explained that they were. Trustee Schechter asked about the refuse fee
and Mayor Tennes asked about a yard waste sticker fee. John provided a background on both.
Mayor Tennes expressed her support with adding a credit card fee pass-through. Mayor Tennes
noted that video gambling will be discussed at a committee of the whole meeting in June.
Trustee Schechter inquired on establishing a special service area for the downtown area. Mayor
Tennes noted the upcoming Economic Vitality Study which could include an analysis on a
special service area. Trustee Robinson asked about a tax on cannabis and Julian noted that the
Village does collect revenue from cannabis sales. Trustee Lissa Levy asked if the hotel tax
includes short term rentals. Julian explained that it does. When asked by the Mayor about the
amusement tax increase and addition of streaming services, the group voiced no objections to
staff’s recommendation. The Mayor noted that she is not in favor of a vehicle sticker increase.
Trustee Lissa Levy suggested a small, incremental increase instead of a large one. In regards to a
credit card fee pass-through, the Mayor noted a group consensus on adding the fee. Trustee
Robinson noted the number of increases include in the FY27 proposed budget.

Public Comment
David Dalka commented on ambulances, tree removal, parkway enhancements, stop signs on
Lorel, Cook County and State resources for planting trees along the expressway, removal of the
vehicle sticker fee, additional police funding, reorganization of the police and fire departments,
and expenditures of the Village’s Boards and Commissions.

Review of Budgets:
  I. Board of Trustees/Liquor Control Commission
 Mayor Tennes presented the FY27 budget for the Board of Trustees and Liquor Control
 Commission. Trustee Schechter asked that the strategic plan and board briefs be added
 to the Board of Trustees snapshot and suggested adding new objectives on




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 engagement, a housing commission, and a policy for Board and Commission
 engagement with the Village Board. John noted that Communications staff will present
 on Board engagement initiatives during their budget presentation. Trustee Lissa Levy
 suggested that the Board reevaluate Trustee and Board/Commission compensation.
 Barb noted that state statute requires 180 days prior to the next election for
 compensation increases. Mayor Tennes noted the inequity of payment to Board and
 Commission members and that few towns offer payment.

 In reference to the liquor control commission budget, Trustee Kimani Levy inquired if it
 includes BYOB. The Mayor noted that it does.

 II. Village Clerk
 Village Clerk Minal Desai presented the FY27 Village Clerk budget. Trustee Robinson
 asked about the salaries of the Clerk and Deputy Clerk. Trustee Schechter asked about
 the workload indicators and if voter events are held at the high schools. Clerk Desai
 advised that the schools have their own events. Trustee Kimani Levy asked if there are
 any AI tools that might assist the department. Trustee Iverson complimented the Clerk
 and Mayor on their event attendance.

 III. Corporation Counsel
 Deputy Corporation Counsel, Barb Mangler presented the FY27 Corporation Counsel
 budget. Trustee Kimani Levy inquired about the number of proposed ordinances from
 the prior year. Trustee Schechter suggested including an administrative hearing
 compliance rate in the snapshots. Trustee Robinson asked about Youth Call. Mayor
 Tennes noted that the hybrid corporation counsel format is under constant review and
 noted the increased interaction between the Corporation Counsels office and the
 Managers Office.

 IV. Finance Department
 Finance Director, Julian Prendi, presented the FY27 budget for the Finance Department.
 Trustee Schechter noted that objective 18 should be corrected to 26 payrolls.

Adjournment
Motion to adjourn to closed session in accordance to Section 2, Paragraph C.2 of the Illinois
Open Meetings Act pertaining to wage and benefit discussion at 9:31 p.m.

Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy
Seconded: Trustee Robinson
Ayes: Lissa Levy, Iverson, Kimani Levy, Schechter, and Robinson
Nays: None.
Absent: Trustee Pure Slovin.
MOTION CARRIED




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Village of Skokie Board of Trustees
Budget Hearing #2 Meeting Minutes
April 16, 2026 | 6:15 p.m.
Conference Room D & E or Village of Skokie YouTube Channel
5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077

The Village’s FY27 Proposed Budget and Budget Message, a detailed summary of the budget,
are available for review on the Village’s website, www.skokie.org/budget. Annually, the Village
Board reviews the budget at four public budget hearings. These hearings are open to the public
and also are streamed live and archived on the Village’s YouTube channel.

Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tennes. Mayor Tennes asked if there were any
objections to Trustee Lissa Levy participating remotely. Hearing none, she confirmed that
Trustee Lissa Levy would participate remotely.

Roll Call/Declaration of Quorum
In attendance: Trustees Lissa Levy, Iverson, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Robinson and Mayor
Tennes. Also present was Deputy Corporation Counsel, Barb Mangler, Village Clerk Minal Desai,
Village Manager, John Lockerby, Assistant Village Manager Nick Wyatt and Assistant to the
Village Manager, Alex Franz.

Not in Attendance: Trustee Kimani Levy.

Review of Budgets:
  I. Administration
 John Lockerby presented the FY27 budget for the Administration Division and
 highlighted the Strategic Plan and ADA Assessment. Mayor Tennes thanked staff for
 their work on the Strategic Plan. Trustee Robinson asked about the scope of the ADA
 Assessment. Nick Wyatt explained that the plan will include two phases with the first
 being a facility analysis. Trustee Schechter asked about the economic vitality strategy.
 Mayor Tennes explained that the plan will encompass all of Skokie. Trustee Pure Slovin
 asked about IT operations. John noted that IT Director, Tomasz Tarasiuk, will explain
 more during his presentation.

 II. Human Resources
 Human Resources Director, Debra Stinson, presented the FY27 Human Resources
 budget. Mayor Tennes highlighted the accomplishment of staffs 100% compliance of the
 workplace harassment training. Mayor Tennes asked about police and fire recruitment
 and any new initiatives to increase recruitment. Debra detailed new initiatives including
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 non-public safety personnel. Debra noted that the Village is not experiencing any
 difficulty in recruiting for those positions. Trustee Robinson asked if local universities are
 being contacted to help with recruitment. Debra and John explained that they are and
 detailed the extensive outreach that is conducted during recruitment. Trustee Robinson
 suggested creating a “sense of belonging” to help attract recruits. Trustee Pure Slovin
 thanked the department for their work and noted that recruitment of police officers is a
 nationwide issue. Trustee Schechter suggested including the objective from the Fire
 narrative on equity and inclusion as well as three new objectives.

 III. Communications and Community Engagement
 Director of Communications and Community Engagement, Patrick Deignan, and
 Communications Manager, Meredith Gioia, presented the FY27 Communications budget
 and highlighted accomplishments from FY26. Mayor Tennes inquired about the pop-up
 Village Hall. Patrick explained that it is being worked on as part of the strategic plan. The
 Mayor asked what they thought was the most effect outreach method. Patrick
 explained the focus groups through the strategic plan were effective in reaching new
 populations. Trustee Pure Slovin asked how many people engage at the Village booth
 during events. Patrick explained that it varies by event but is an important part of
 community engagement. Trustee Robinson asked if users can subscribe to the Village’s
 events calendar. John explained that staff would follow up. Trustee Iverson noted the
 success of the website redesign. Trustee Schechter asked about the Village’s
 relationship with The Record North Shore. Patrick noted the strong relationship. Mayor
 Tennes thanked staff for their work on the Building Better Skokie webpage and asked
 how the page is being marketed. Meredith explained that it will be published in The
 Scoop and the Village’s other communication channels.

IV. Information Technology
 Information Technology (IT) Director, Tomasz Tarasiuk, presented the FY27 IT budget
 and accomplishments from FY26. Trustee Lissa Levy asked that any AI Assistant has a
 male voice or allows users to select the voice. Nick explained that this would be done
 and that the name “Swifty” was chosen to be gender-neutral. Trustee Schechter asked
 about flock technology and information security. Tomasz explained the data security
 measures the Village takes. Trustee Iverson asked about invoice processing and if
 systems exist to detect scams and duplicates. John said that Finance department would
 research this.

 V. Board of Fire & Police Commissioners
 Board of Fire and Police Commission Chair, Will Evans, Human Resources Director,
 Debra Stinson, and Police Chief, Jesse Barnes, presented the FY27 Board of Fire and
 Police Commission budget. Mayor Tennes asked how much time it takes a commissioner
 to review a candidate. Chair Evans replied that it takes about an hour per candidate.
 Trustee Iverson asked what the top challenge is for getting recruits. Chair Evans
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 element that makes it most difficult for a new hire to succeed. Chief Barnes noted the
 difficulty and demands of the job.

VI. Police
 Chief, Jesse Barnes, Deputy Chief Denise Franklin, Deputy Chief John Oakley,
 Communications Director, John Barkhoo, and Management Analyst, Chris Polinski,
 presented the FY27 Police budget and accomplishments from FY26. Mayor Tennes
 asked what a specialty vacancy is. Chief Barnes replied that there are a number of
 specialty positions in the department like detective and evidence technician. Mayor
 Tennes asked what languages are included in the Next Generation 911 system and if
 they align with the most common languages in Skokie. John Barkhoo replied that there
 are 15-20 languages and more are being added. Mayor Tennes asked about the co-
 responder program. Chief Barnes explained the success of the program. Trustee Pure
 Slovin asked how many officers are nearing retirement. Chief Barnes explained that
 there are nine that are age eligible. Trustee Pure Slovin asked about office retention.
 Chief Barnes explained efforts the department is taking to increase retention. Trustee
 Pure Slovin asked if full staffing decreases overtime costs. Chief Barnes explained that it
 does but it is a slow process as officers complete training. Trustee Iverson asked if AI is
 helping alleviate administrative burdens. Chief Barnes noted that administrative duties
 are increasing but technology is making improvements. Trustee Iverson asked about
 training mandates and the burden on staff resources. Chief Barnes explained the large
 amount of training that Skokie Police Officers do. Trustee Schechter requested the
 number of hate crimes and complaints. The Mayor noted that it is published annually in
 the Police Annual Report. John said that he will send the link to the report to the Village
 Board. Mayor Tennes asked about roll calls in the park. Chief Barnes noted that it is in
 their engagement plan for the year.

VII. Public Works
 Public Works Director, Patrick Hastings, Assistant Public Works Director, Liz Zimmerman,
 Director of Engineering, Russ Rietveld, Senior Engineer, Samantha Maximilian, and
 Operations & Fleet Superintendent, Brad Maggi, presented the FY27 Public Works
 budget and accomplishments from FY26. Mayor Tennes noted the Village’s financial
 requests to the state for stormwater funding and reminded the group of the overhead
 sewer rebate program. Mayor Tennes asked about alley flooding. Patrick explained the
 progress the department is making to alleviate alley flooding. Russ explained the
 backyard drainage program. Mayor Tennes commended the department for their work
 on the lead service line replacement program and noted that funding for the program is
 a regional issue. Trustee Pure Slovin asked about the Church street bike lane project.
 Patrick and Russ provided an update on the project. Trustee Pure Slovin asked if the
 department has seen an increase in overflowing trash bins as a result of switching to
 once-a-week garbage pickup. Liz Zimmerman noted that that there has not been an
 increase in the single-family areas and explained the efforts to mitigate overflowing
 trash in the multifamily areas. Trustee Robinson inquired about the transmission water
 main analysis. Patrick explained the efforts that are underway to analyze the Village’s



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 transmission main. Patrick explained that funding has been budgeted. Trustee Iverson
 asked about the performance of the electric vehicles and if there are any difficulties in
 getting parts. Brad explained the success of the electric vehicles and low maintenance
 costs.

Public Comment
David Dalka expressed his support for a new commander in investigations and noted an
increase in white collar crime, solicitation to his resident and requested less deputy chiefs. He
also commented on Church street, the alley near Jane Stenson, stop signs on Lorel, trees on the
expressway and fiber internet to all of Skokie.

Adjournment
Motion to adjourn 8:45 p.m.

Moved: Trustee Robinson
Seconded: Trustee Pure Slovin
Ayes: Lissa Levy, Iverson, Schechter, Pure Slovin and Robinson
Nays: None.
Absent: Trustee Kimani Levy.
MOTION CARRIED




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Village of Skokie Board of Trustees
Budget Hearing #3 Meeting Minutes
April 21, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
Conference Room D & E or Village of Skokie YouTube Channel
5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077

The Village’s FY27 Proposed Budget and Budget Message, a detailed summary of the budget,
are available for review on the Village’s website, www.skokie.org/budget. Annually, the Village
Board reviews the budget at four public budget hearings. These hearings are open to the public
and also are streamed live and archived on the Village’s YouTube channel.

Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tennes. Mayor Tennes asked if there were any
objections to Trustee Lissa Levy participating remotely. Hearing none, she confirmed that
Trustee Lissa Levy would participate remotely.

Roll Call/Declaration of Quorum
In attendance: Trustees Schechter, Robinson, Lissa Levy, Iverson, Kimani Levy, Pure Slovin, and
Mayor Tennes. Also present was Deputy Corporation Counsel, Barb Mangler, Village Clerk Minal
Desai, Village Manager, John Lockerby, Assistant Village Manager Nick Wyatt and Assistant to
the Village Manager, Alex Franz.

Not in Attendance: None.

Review of Budgets:
  I. Health and Human Services
 Mike Charley, Director of Health and Human Services, and Sher Lindo, Public Health
 Program Analyst, presented the FY27 Health and Human Services budget. Mayor Tennes
 asked about the Village’s rodent abatement efforts. Mike explained that the
 department has seen a consistent downward trend as a result of new and expanded
 abatement efforts. Trustee Robinson asked about a community-wide rate education
 campaign. Mike and Nick detailed the on-going efforts and improvements to the
 program. Trustee Pure Slovin asked for a report on the rat abatement efforts. Mayor
 Tennes said there will be a presentation at a Village Board meeting in May and noted
 that it is everyone’s responsibility to reduce rat cases. Trustee Schechter thanked the
 department and asked about the Community Emergency Services and Supports Act
 (CESSA). Mike explained what has been done to date. Trustee Schechter asked about
 the workforce development program. Mike and Mayor Tennes explained the program
 and how it is marketed. Trustee Pure Slovin asked how 1,900 people served in FY26
 compares to prior years and if there has been a decrease in the need for social services.
 Mike explained that the demand has not decreased. Trustee Schechter asked about the




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 projected number of individuals to receive financial assistance. Mike explained it is
 budget dependent.

 II. Fire
 Chief Nick Eschner, Deputy Chief Steve Jagman, Deputy Chief Adam Pease, and
 Management Analyst, Ryan Hall, presented the FY27 Fire budget and accomplishments
 from FY26. Trustee Pure Slovin suggested promoting the Fire Buddy program. Trustee
 Pure Slovin asked about CFAI accreditation. Chief Eschner explained that reaccreditation
 is every five years. Trustee Schechter asked if the new internship program would be
 budgeted annually. Chief Eschner said it would be barring any budget constraints.
 Trustee Kimani Levy asked about the increase in call volume at Station 18. Chief Eschner
 explained the reasons for the increase. Trustee Pure Slovin inquired on future
 retirements in the department. Chief Eschner explained that 11 people are age eligible.
 Trustee Robinson asked what qualifies someone for the department. Chief Eschner
 explained the character traits that the department looks for and that the age
 requirement is 21-35 years old. Trustee Robinson asked about the department’s
 recruitment efforts at Oakton College. Chief Eschner explained the departments
 involvement at Oakton College. Trustee Iverson inquired about the Power Hour pilot
 program and how it will be staffed. Chief Eschner explained it will be staffed through
 overtime. Trustee Schechter commended the department for their objective on equity
 and inclusion. Mayor Tennes asked about a new fire station. Chief Eschner and John
 explained the challenges and financial implications of a new station and that staff
 continue to monitor opportunities. Mayor Tennes asked if FY28 will include a discussion
 on a new station. John explained that a full time fourth ambulance will likely be a higher
 priority. Trustee Schechter asked about impact fees. John explained that staff have
 researched impact fees and the difficulty of establishing impact fees in a highly
 developed community like Skokie.

 III. Community Development and Economic Vitality/TIF
 Johanna Nyden, Community Development Director, and Rodney Tonelli, Economic
 Vitality Manager, presented the FY27 Community Development and Economic
 Vitality/TIF budgets as well as accomplishments from FY26. Mayor Tennes asked about
 the timeline of the economic vitality strategy. Rodney projected that the project would
 begin in the fall and take approximately six months to complete. Mayor Tennes asked
 about the Economic Development Commissions role in the economic vitality strategy.
 Rodney explained that they will have a significant role. Mayor Tennes noted the
 possibility of having a community conversation about economic vitality. Mayor Tennes
 asked about the Main Street plaza and the Illinois Science and Technology Park. Rodney
 explained the progress happening at both locations. Mayor Tennes asked about what
 the Village is doing to help small businesses succeed. Rodney explained the number of
 efforts that the Village takes and the resources available. Trustee Schechter
 commended the department for their work on the housing fund and suggested an
 objective on short term rental implementation and creating an inventory of vacant
 parcels. Johanna noted that a vacant property list exists. Trustee Schechter suggested



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 incorporating the housing chapter of the comprehensive plan in the findings of fact of
 the Plan Commission. Trustee Iverson asked if the department has the bandwidth to
 take on new corridors for development. Johanna explained the benefit of targeted
 objectives and sub-area planning. Trustee Iverson asked about the downtown parking
 garage. Rodney explained that the garage will support the hotel and all of the
 downtown. Trustee Pure Slovin asked about an additional dispensary in the Village.
 Rodney explained the location criteria for an additional dispensary and the challenges
 facing the industry. Trustee Lissa Levy thanked the department for their work on Main
 Street. Trustee Schechter asked about expedited permits at Old Orchard. Johanna
 explained the long-standing policy and national deadlines that Old Orchard faces but
 noted that the Village has not needed to expedite their permits for a number of years.
 Mayor Tennes noted her recent visit to a Skokie manufacturer. Trustee Iverson noted
 his support for a “Made in Skokie” campaign. Trustee Kimani Levy asked about new
 entryway signs. Nick explained that the village is in the process of updating its entryway
 signs and will reshare the designs with the Board.

Public Comment
None.

Adjournment
Motion to adjourn 9:00 p.m.

Moved: Trustee Pure Slovin
Seconded: Trustee Kimani Levy
Ayes: Lissa Levy, Iverson, Kimani Levy, Schechter, Pure Slovin and Robinson
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
MOTION CARRIED




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Village of Skokie Board of Trustees
Budget Hearing #4 Meeting Minutes
April 27, 2026 | 6:15 p.m.
Conference Room D & E or Village of Skokie YouTube Channel
5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077

The Village’s FY27 Proposed Budget and Budget Message, a detailed summary of the budget,
are available for review on the Village’s website, www.skokie.org/budget. Annually, the Village
Board reviews the budget at four public budget hearings. These hearings are open to the public
and also are streamed live and archived on the Village’s YouTube channel.

Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tennes. Mayor Tennes asked if there were any
objections to Trustees Kimani Levy and Pure Slovin participating remotely. Hearing none, she
confirmed that Trustees Kimani Levy and Pure Slovin would participate remotely.

Roll Call/Declaration of Quorum
In attendance: Trustees Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Kimani Levy, Schechter, Robinson and Mayor
Tennes. Also present was Deputy Corporation Counsel, Barb Mangler, Village Clerk Minal Desai,
Village Manager, John Lockerby, Assistant Village Manager, Nick Wyatt, and Assistant to the
Village Manager, Alex Franz.

Not in Attendance: Trustee Iverson.

Review of Budgets
 I. Human Relations Commission
 Vice Chair, Sheila Crumrine, and Staff Liaison, Amanda Sabri, presented the FY27
 Human Relations Commission budget and accomplishments from the prior year.
 Mayor Tennes thanked the commission for their work. Trustee Lissa Levy asked if
 the budget request reflects the needs of the community given the recent incidents
 of hate. Vice-chair Crumrine explained that the budget is sufficient. Trustees
 Robinson and Pure Slovin commended the Commission for their work. Trustee
 Schechter noted the upcoming items that the Commission will be tasked with and
 suggested additional funding. Mayor Tennes noted the likelihood of an intern
 through the Simon Wiesenthal Center who will assist in some of the workload.

 II. Board of Health
 Chair, Dr. Edward Linn, Vice-chair, Sibyl Yau, and Staff Liaison, Mike Charley,
 presented the FY27 Board of Health budget and accomplishments from the prior
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 III. Commission on Family Services
 Chair, Harold Primack, and Staff Liaison, Melissa Versch, presented the FY27
 Commission on Family Services budget and highlights from FY26. Trustee Robinson
 suggested collaborating with the Evanston Township High School Abilities
 Conference. Trustee Schechter asked how the Youth Commission will work with the
 Commission on Family Services. Mayor Tennes explained the role of the Youth
 Commission and possible future collaborations. Trustee Kimani Levy noted her
 appreciation for the work of the Commission.

 IV. Plan Commission
 Chair, Paul Luke, and Staff Liaison, Johanna Nyden, presented the FY27 Plan
 Commission budget and accomplishments from the prior year. Trustee Schechter
 suggested including an objective to revise the findings of fact sections of the Plan
 Commission reports to include the sustainability plan and housing chapter. Trustee
 Lissa Levy asked how the recommendations from Matrix report would impact the
 Plan Commission budget. Johanna noted that the impacts would largely be seen by
 staff and explained the increases in the budget. Trustee Robinson acknowledged the
 hard work of the Commission.

 V. Zoning Board of Appeals
 Chair, Brian O’Donnell, and Staff Liaison, Brian Augustine, presented the FY27 Zoning
 Board of Appeals budget and accomplishments from FY26. Trustee Schechter asked
 if recent changes to the zoning code would have an impact on the Zoning Board of
 Appeals. Brian noted that it will have a small impact. Mayor Tennes noted the
 impact a prior change in the code relating to fences made.

 VI. Appearance Commission
 Vice-chair, Thomas DaMario, and Staff Liaison, Angel Schnur, presented the FY27
 Appearance Commission budget and highlights from the prior year. Mayor Tennes
 asked what was the most challenging case before the Commission. Vice-chair
 DaMario noted the 4600 Main Street development. Mayor Tennes thanked the Vice-
 chair for his leadership.

 VII. Public Safety Commission
 Chair, Melissa Villegas, and Staff Liaison, Russ Rietveld, presented the FY27 Public
 Safety budget and accomplishments from the prior year. Trustee Schechter inquired
 about civil immigration actions in the Village and the Commissions role. Chair
 Villegas explained that the Commission receives reports from the Police
 Department. Mayor Tennes noted past collaborations between the Public Safety and
 Human Relations Commissions and possible future collaborations between the two
 on immigration enforcement and hate incidents. Trustee Kimani Levy asked about
 the membership dues line item. Chair Villegas noted it is for supplies.




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 VIII. Fine Arts Commission
 Chair, Ellen Blum Barish, and Staff Liaison, Meredith Gioia, presented the FY27 Fine
 Arts Commission budget and accomplishments from FY26. Mayor Tennes thanked
 the Commission for their work. Trustee Schechter asked what the budgeted
 contractual and professional services were. Meredith detailed the expenses of the
 Commission. Trustee Schechter asked why grant expenses weren’t labeled as
 “Grants.” Nick noted the restrictions of BS&A when labeling ledger accounts. Trustee
 Schechter asked about accessibility to The Storefront. Meredith explained the
 accessibility of the building.

 IX. Beautification and Improvement Commission
 Chair, Valerie Shuman, and Staff Liaison, Cathy Stevens, presented the FY27
 Beautification and Improvement Budget and highlights from the prior year. Mayor
 Tennes commended the Commission for their work. Trustee Schechter shared the
 success of her native garden and asked about the role of the commission in
 alleviating litter. Mayor Tennes noted that the Public Safety Commission had worked
 on litter in the past. John noted the Village’s programs on reducing litter and will
 provide a summary of what has been done. Mayor Tennes commended the
 commission on their upcoming garden walk.

 X. Budget Discussion
 Trustee Schechter asked about the Village’s lobbyist pilot program. Mayor Tennes
 explained the history of the program, the competitive process for selecting a
 lobbyist and provided a status update.

 XI. Performing Arts Center
 Executive Director of the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Lynn Cannon,
 Regional Vice President of VenuWorks, H.R. Cook, Chief Operating Officer, Mike
 Silva, and Staff Liaison, Alex Franz, presented the FY27 Performing Arts Center
 budget and accomplishments from the prior year. Trustee Lissa Levy asked how a
 naming rights sponsor would be selected. Mayor Tennes and Lynn explained that the
 Village would have final approval. Trustee Schechter asked how the Center was able
 to break the national trend of declining ticket sales. Lynn noted the increased
 marketing efforts. Trustee Robinson commended staff for their work on the dance
 recitals.

 XII. Grants Programming
 Assistant to the Village Manager, Alex Franz, presented the FY27 Grants
 Programming budget.

Public Comment
James Cardasus commended the Village for the mural at Kilpatrick and Oakton. He also spoke
on the upcoming road work on Oakton Street and business vacancies in the area. Mayor Tennes
noted Diana’s Bridal as being a destination for shoppers.




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New Business
Mayor Tennes asked if the Board was interested in meeting only once in July and August during
the second meetings of both months. The Board agreed so long as there is flexibility to meet at
the first meeting, if needed.

Trustee Lissa Levy asked what the Board can do to address incidents of hate. Mayor Tennes
noted three upcoming meetings; one between the Village, Park District, Skokie Police
Department and Jewish community to address safety in parks, one between the Village, School
Districts, and Jewish community, and the regularly scheduled Faith Leaders meeting. She
further noted that the Human Relations Commission is working on the issue. Trustee Robinson
noted that the end of the school year is approaching if the Village wants to engage with youth.
Mayor Tennes noted the work that is being done to train camp counselors and life guards.
Trustee Schechter noted the positive feedback that was expressed at the last Human Relations
Commission meeting on the Village’s response to the recent hate incidents. Trustee Pure Slovin
noted the on-going advocacy that is occurring in the Jewish Community.

Trustee Schechter asked about the Yellow Line and if the CTA would give a report to the Village.
Mayor Tennes said she will try to schedule a presentation at a June Board meeting. Trustee
Lissa Levy asked if the Village could resume conversations on extending the Yellow Line to Old
Orchard. Mayor Tennes noted that these conversations had begun and provided a brief history.

Adjournment
Motion to adjourn 8:35 p.m.

Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy
Seconded: Trustee Schechter
Ayes: Lissa Levy, Kimani Levy, Schechter, Pure Slovin and Robinson
Nays: None.
Absent: Trustee Iverson
MOTION CARRIED




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 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
 VOUCHER REPORT #24
 MAY 4, 2026
FUND AMOUNT
001 - GENERAL FUND 2,226,800
002 - WATER FUND 77,441
003 - MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND 51,565
008 - COMMUNITY DEV BLOCK GRANT 8,000
017 - CTA PARKING LOT FUND 111
020 - CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND 161,154
022 - CASUALTY SELF INSURANCE 101,537
138 2016A REFUNDING BONDS 416
144 - OLD ORCHARD BUSINESS DISTRICT $ 295,759

 TOTAL $2,922,783
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
 VOUCHER REPORT #24
 MAY 4, 2026

 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234081 04/16/2026 ABEL TENEDOR ABEL TOOL ALLOWANCE FY26 $550.00
 00234082 04/16/2026 ABEL TENEDOR ABEL CLOTHING ALLOWANCE FY26 255.01
 00234270 04/22/2026 ACE HARDWARE STK - FASTENERS 11.96
 00234138 04/16/2026 ACME TRUCK BRAKE & SUPPLY CO PARTS FOR REFUSE TRUCK 170 796.05
 00234223 04/21/2026 ACME TRUCK BRAKE & SUPPLY CO BRAKE PARTS FOR FIRE TRUCK R17RT 2,976.83
 00234228 04/21/2026 ACME TRUCK BRAKE & SUPPLY CO TREADLE VALVES FOR REFUSE TRUCKS 323.36
 00234229 04/21/2026 ACME TRUCK BRAKE & SUPPLY CO BRAKE PEDAL ASSM FOR REFUSE 279.84
 00234540 04/27/2026 ACME TRUCK BRAKE & SUPPLY CO PUBLIC WORKS 160 - A/C COMPRESSOR 390.15
 00234405 04/23/2026 ACTIVE 911 INC ACTIVE 911 SUBSCRIPTION 42.78
 00234611 04/28/2026 ADP SCREENING & SELECTION SERVICES PRE-PLACEMENT BACKGROUND CHECKS 826.91
 00234279 04/22/2026 ADVANCE AUTO PARTS PUBLIC WORKS 161 - OIL FILTER 9.85
 00234521 04/27/2026 ADVANCE AUTO PARTS STK - FUSES 10.92
 00234606 04/28/2026 ADVANCE AUTO PARTS STK - TIRE SEALANT 29.32
 00234420 04/24/2026 ADVANCED TREECARE TREE REMOVAL CONTRACT FY26 18,741.00
 00234500 04/27/2026 AERO INDUSTRIES INC PUBLIC WORKS 144 - END PLATE BEARINGS 63.22
 00234247 04/21/2026 AL WARREN OIL CO. INC. PW DIESEL SITE TANK CLEANING 627.67
 00234546 04/27/2026 AL WARREN OIL CO. INC. DIESEL B20 39,549
 00234552 04/27/2026 AL WARREN OIL CO. INC. UNLEADED GAS 23,039.76
 00234301 04/22/2026 ALAN F FRIEDMAN PH.D., INC PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION 833.25
 00234501 04/27/2026 ALEJANDRO PUENTES ALEJANDRO CLOTHING AND TOOL ALLOWANCE 347.52
 00234083 04/16/2026 ALLEN THENNES DECALS, STICKERS, AND GRAPHICS 405.00
 00234267 04/22/2026 ALTORFER INDUSTRIES INC PUBLIC WORKS 221 - FILTERS 173.40
 00234269 04/22/2026 ALTORFER INDUSTRIES INC PUBLIC WORKS 221 - FILTER 12.27
 00234204 04/20/2026 ALVA REYNOSO, DANIEL WORK BOOTS 219.95
 00234490 04/27/2026 ALVAREZ INC. DOWNTOWN LANDSCAPE & HARDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 4,117.50
 00234598 04/28/2026 ALVAREZ INC. DOWNTOWN LANDSCAPE & HARDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 1,440.00
 00233823 04/10/2026 AM CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY INC ALL PURPOSE CONCRETE AND RESCUE BLADE 599.98
 00233807 04/10/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PLANNING - OFFICE SUPPLIES 21.84
 00234070 04/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES 120V PLUGS FOR FIRE RIGS 304.00
 00234071 04/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICER DEVELOPMENT BOOKS 176.00
 00234073 04/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES COMPUTER EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT 1,284.00
 00234074 04/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES COMPUTER SUPPLIES FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT 269.98
 00234143 04/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES EV CHARGER SUPPORT ARM 299.00
 00234152 04/17/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES COMPUTER CABLES 11.12
1 00234162 04/17/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FLASHLIGHT 201.23
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234163 04/17/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES TONER 259.78
 00234164 04/17/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PAPER / PENS 121.02
 00234165 04/17/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES STREAMDECK AND KEYBOARD 194.73
 00234166 04/17/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CHARGER 46.97
 00234182 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PW FIRST AID CABINET SUPPLIES 122.64
 00234186 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FIREFIGHTING TOOLS 1,765.94
 00234187 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES COMPUTER SUPPLIES FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT 335.98
 00234188 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES KITCHEN SUPPLIES 109.97
 00234189 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES KITCHEN SUPPLIES 625.55
 00234212 04/14/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES BIKE PATROL MAINT SUPPLIES -PAWLAK 1,201.56
 00234214 04/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES DRONE SUPPLIES -OKON 35.36
 00234217 04/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ANIMAL CONTROL SUPPLIES -JAWORSKI 784.39
 00234218 04/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES DRAWERS/PLASTIC CASE -MALTESE 142.83
 00234221 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES POWER SUPPLIES AND CABLE 196.91
 00234236 04/18/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES UNIFORM ITEMS -MOERSFELDER 302.18
 00234254 04/21/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ANKER POWER SUPPLY 45.98
 00234255 04/21/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES POWER SUPPLY 45.98
 00234257 04/21/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES UNIFORM SHOES/SOCKS -BERKOWITZ 281.45
 00234258 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES UNIFORM ITEM -ZERFASS 172.24
 00234260 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES KITCHEN SUPPLIES 59.95
 00234261 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES KITCHEN SUPPLIES 150.13
 00234264 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PLANNING - OFFICE SUPPLIES 19.99
 00234266 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE SUPPLIES 71.22
 00234268 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE SUPPLY 4.99
 00234313 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PW369 SOLAR CHARGING PARTS 356.60
 00234318 04/17/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES HARDWARE ITEMS -MALTESE 90.97
 00234358 04/19/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SUPPLIES FOR VEHICLES -MALTESE 164.15
 00234362 04/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INVESTIGATIONS VIDEO EQUIP 1,699.75
 00234367 04/08/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES TONER FOR PD 917.45
 00234399 04/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES APR 2026 OFFICE SUPPLIES-FINANCE 128.49
 00234401 04/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES APPARATUS TOOL BOX EQUIPMENT 283.20
 00234402 04/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FIREFIGHTING TOOLS 123.60
 00234403 04/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES COMPUTER SUPPLIES 33.23
 00234416 04/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES TONER 138.89
2 00234442 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SKOKIE FIRE DEPARTMENT - OFFICE SUPPLIES 689.97
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234443 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FIRE DEPARTMENT COMPUTER SUPPLIES 759.00
 00234448 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ARTWORK STRIPS FOR WALL 128.30
 00234467 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES HRC 4TH JULY PARADE SUPPLIES 94.00
 00234470 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES USB FLASH DRIVES/UPS BACKUP BATTERIES 162.74
 00234471 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PHEP SUPPLIES 111.45
 00234472 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES DELL OPTIPLEX 7050 DESKTOP COMPUTERS QTY 5 1,463.71
 00234473 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES VAULTZ CD INSERT PAGES, 3 HOLE PUNCHED 24.99
 00234475 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES DELL OPTIPLEX 7010 COMPACT MINI DESKTOP 698.99
 00234477 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FIRST AID PATCHES -JAWORSKI 7.55
 00234478 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES VOLUNTEER SUPPLIES -SHELTON 37.95
 00234479 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ANIMAL CONTROL SUPPLIES -JAWORSKI 32.88
 00234480 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ET SCENE LIGHT SUPPLIES -JAWORSKI 387.80
 00234481 04/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES EVIDENCE SUPPLIES -MOERSFELDER 370.38
 00234482 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES RANGE SUPPLIES -OKON 91.58
 00234483 04/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FITNESS ROOM CLEANING SUPPLY -DICKINSON 10.00
 00234484 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES VISIONEER PATRIOT PH70 SCANNER 459.99
 00234486 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PORTABLE MONITOR P1425 290.79
 00234488 04/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES VARIOUS OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR ENGINEERING STAFF 341.61
 00234495 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SHOP TOOLS/ PPE 471.88
 00234513 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES MULTI VOLTAGE POWER UNIVERSAL LOOP DETECTOR 117.71
 00234515 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FLOOR DRAIN STRAINER 22.01
 00234518 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES REPLACEMENT WALL MONITORS 855.98
 00234523 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES COMPUTER SUPPLIES 1,872.87
 00234555 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES HHS OFFICE SUPPLIES 345.42
 00234556 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES EPA WATER PROGRAM SUPPLIES 46.50
 00234559 04/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PART FOR STARLINK PROJECT -PAWLAK 7.48
 00234560 04/25/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PARTS FOR STARLINK PROJECT -PAWLAK 224.10
 00234561 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES VEHICLE SUPPLIES -MALTESE 26.58
 00234562 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CHARGE CABLE -PAWLAK 16.14
 00234563 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SANDISK 2TB EXTREME MICROSDXC 370.95
 00234564 04/26/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES WEIGHT ADDERS -RUSSELL 79.99
 00234566 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES 3-PORT DISPLAYPORT 1.2 SPLITTER 72.45
 00234567 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES APC 1500VA SMART UPS WITH SMARTCONNECT 866.24
 00234568 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES RAT PROGRAM EQUIPMENT 1,271.48
3 00234612 04/28/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES EVIDENCE SUPPLIES -MIURA 482.92
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234613 04/28/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES POLICE 154T - AXLE SHAFT SEAL INSTALLER 191.32
 00234620 04/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ENVELOPES FOR CLERK 107.16
 00234623 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ET SUPPLIES -BERKOWITZ 134.81
 00234658 04/28/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PW369 ELECTRIC UPFITTING 30.76
 00234672 04/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES ADDITIONAL OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR ENGINEERING STAFF 165.30
 00234682 04/28/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES AC SUPPLIES -OKON 258.82
 00234695 04/29/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PW369 LIGHTING 103.60
 00234697 04/29/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SHORETEL WALLMOUNT FOR IP 485G PHONES QTY:5 215.00
 00234700 04/29/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES HP 210A TONER CARTRIDGE 4-PACK 549.88
 00234180 04/20/2026 AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION ABA MEMBERSHIP FOR JGM 345.00
 00234602 04/28/2026 AMERICAN FLOOR MATS RUBBER GYM MATS 4,884.80
 00234177 04/18/2026 ANDREW NICHOLS STATION SHOE REPLACEMENT 150.00
 00234211 04/14/2026 APR GRAPHICS INC COROPLAST SHEETS FOR RANGE -P&P 520.00
 00234565 04/27/2026 ARK DATA CENTERS LLC STAAS MULTI-TENANT-BACKUP AND ARCHIVE 571.78
 00234311 04/07/2026 AT&T PHONE SERVICE 1,821.90
 00234496 04/27/2026 AT&T MOBILITY PW ACCT# 287303852401 WATER FIELD TABLETS 1,202.97
 00234292 04/24/2026 BANK OF AMERICA Payroll Remittance 2,426.67
 00234605 03/31/2026 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF IL EMPLOYEE INSURANCE CLAIMS MARCH 2026 904,348.03
 00234200 04/14/2026 BOTACH TACTICAL UNIFORM ITEMS -LEHMANN 42.69
 00234171 04/17/2026 BOYD BLACK PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 90.00
 00234085 04/16/2026 BRANDON MURPHY SAFETY BOOTS 259.90
 00234274 04/22/2026 BRANDON MURPHY WORK BOOTS 124.95
 00234167 04/17/2026 BRIAN AUGUSTINE APA MEMBERSHIP DUES 4/2026 THRU 3/2027 485.00
 00234597 04/28/2026 BRIAN RIPLINGER WORK SAFETY BOOTS 195.25
 00234404 04/23/2026 BS&A INTERMEDIATE LLC PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMISSION 800.00
 00234624 04/27/2026 BUSINESS OFFICE SYSTEMS REPLACEMENT CHAIR BACKS 2,809.03
 00234626 04/14/2026 C3 PATHWAYS INC COUNTERSTRIKE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING SYSTEM -OROZCO 2,995.00
 00234635 04/28/2026 CARL CELESTINO SAFETY HEARING PROTECTION 59.66
 00234314 04/22/2026 CDW GOVERNMENT INC VIEWSONIC 27INCH MONITORS QTY: 4 557.96
 00234319 04/22/2026 CDW GOVERNMENT INC 10FT USB CABLE OWL 33.05
 00234407 04/23/2026 CDW GOVERNMENT INC HP LSRJET TONER QTY: 4 461.68
 00234432 04/24/2026 CDW GOVERNMENT INC MONITORS 2,008.68
 00234694 04/28/2026 CHGO METROPOLITAN AGENCY PLANNING FY2026 LOCAL CONTRIBUTION 2,887.89
 00234305 04/22/2026 CHICAGO METROPOLITAN FIRE PREVENTN B/A MONITORING 1-1-26 THRU 3-31-26 125.25
4 00234691 03/31/2026 CHICAGO TRIBUNE MEDIA GROUP LEGAL ADS 426.50
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234425 04/24/2026 CHICAGOLAND TRENCHLESS SEWER LINING 7,700.00
 00234426 04/24/2026 CHICAGOLAND TRENCHLESS SEWER LINING 4,500.00
 00234435 04/24/2026 CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY 120/277 VAC B&S WIRE COMM 8.45
 00234251 04/21/2026 CITY WELDING SALES & SERVICE INC SHOP WELDING GAS 169.26
 00234457 04/24/2026 CLAIM MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS LLC PRE-FUND WPRKER'S COMP 52,780.74
 00234357 04/17/2026 COLLEGE OF DUPAGE BASIC ACADEMY FOR 3 NEW RECRUITS 15,496.80
 00234371 04/23/2026 COMED OLD ORCHARD LITE RT/25 WOODS DR 22.33
 00234372 04/23/2026 COMED 8350 LINCOLN AVE LITE & LINCOLN #1 23.08
 00234373 04/23/2026 COMED 8651 SKOKIE BLVD 249.66
 00234374 04/23/2026 COMED 4002-1/2 JARVIS AVE COMPTR CABINET 71.06
 00234375 04/23/2026 COMED 7949 LINCOLN AVE 305.02
 00234376 04/23/2026 COMED 3360 CLEVELAND ST LITE 213.13
 00234377 04/23/2026 COMED 8901 SKOKIE BLVD 40.27
 00234378 04/23/2026 COMED 8051 CENTRAL PARK AVE LITE RT/25 289.75
 00234379 04/23/2026 COMED 8109 LAWNDALE AVE LITE 236.61
 00234380 04/23/2026 COMED 8000 LOCKWOOD AVE LITE 375.70
 00234381 04/23/2026 COMED 5127 OAKTON ST 1,000.20
 00234382 04/23/2026 COMED 4536 OAKTON ST CONTROLLER 296.43
 00234383 04/23/2026 COMED 5019 CAROL ST LITE RT/25 31.17
 00234384 04/23/2026 COMED 4630 GOLF RD TRAFFIC SIGNALS 99.13
 00234385 04/23/2026 COMED SKOKIE BLVD LITE METER GOLF RD 401.02
 00234386 04/23/2026 COMED CLEVELAND ST LITE RT/25 LINCOLN 239.86
 00234387 04/23/2026 COMED NILES AVE LITE & SEARLE PKWY 227.53
 00234388 04/23/2026 COMED 9990 SKOKIE BLVD 301.87
 00234389 04/23/2026 COMED 8200 SKOKIE BLVD 389.30
 00234393 04/23/2026 COMED O NE CLEVELAND ST FLORAL 24.86
 00234395 04/23/2026 COMED O N HOWARD ST LITE RT/25 1 W/NILES CENTER RD 81.33
 00234396 04/23/2026 COMED 8001 NILES AVE 388.11
 00234398 04/23/2026 COMED 8150 SKOKIE BLVD KISS & RIDE 139.99
 00234418 04/24/2026 COMED 8200 SKOKIE BLVD PARKING LOT LITES 178.93
 00234419 04/24/2026 COMED 4031 OAKTON ST LITE CONTROLLER 443.15
 00234533 04/10/2026 COMED 5001 DEMPSTER ST PARKING LOT 110.72
 00234547 04/27/2026 COMED O W BABB AVE LITE RT/25 N LINCOLN 19,435.58
 00234548 04/27/2026 COMED O E. PRAIRIE RD LITE RT/23 & ST. LOUIS 26,047.97
5 00234140 04/16/2026 COMMERCIAL TIRE SERVICES INC 2 REAR TIRES FOR 170 1,112.68
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234619 04/25/2026 COMPASSION FUNERAL SERVICE INC 04/23/2026 TWO PERSON REMOVAL/ADV DECOMP 415.00
 00234601 04/28/2026 CONTOUR LANDSCAPING INC MULCH INSTALL @ KRIER PLAZA 650.00
 00234520 04/27/2026 CORE & MAIN LP LEAD SERVICE REPLACEMENT MATERIALS 15,000.00
 00234400 04/23/2026 COZZINI BROS INC KNIFE SHARPENING FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT 844.15
 00234600 02/06/2026 CRAFTY BEAVER HOME CENTER #1 MISC. TOOLS AND HARDWARE 144.72
 00234248 04/21/2026 CVH NETWORKS LLC REPLACEMENT CRADLEPOINTS COMMAND VAN 19,060.00
 00234172 04/17/2026 CYNTHIA FRANKLIN PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 90.00
 00234708 04/29/2026 DAFTAN & YVONNE BLAIR EMERGENCY FUND ASSISTANCE 1,000.00
 00234510 04/27/2026 DANIEL KASTER LEAD LINE REBATE 5130 MORSE 750.00
 00234539 04/27/2026 DAVEY TREE EXPERT CO TREE PRUNING @ 4038 TOWER CIR 1,270.00
 00234557 04/27/2026 DAVID PAWLAK REIMBURSEMENT FOR UNIFORM ITEMS 447.02
 00234302 04/22/2026 DEFENSIVE SOLUTIONS CORP. FIRE GEAR SOAP DISPENSER AND SOAP 2,394.00
 00234069 04/15/2026 DEPENDABLE FIRE EQUIPMENT FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTIONS 3,395.50
 00234514 04/27/2026 DOUG ROCKLIN LEAD LINE REBATE 8316 MONTICELLO 750.00
 00234239 04/21/2026 DRIVETRAIN SERVICE & COMPONENTS INC DVPC-0060 TA 3-16-2026 441.34
 00234702 04/29/2026 DROSSOULIS, MARY EMERGENCY FUND ASSISTANCE 1,000.00
 00234240 04/21/2026 EAP CONSULTANTS LLC MONTHLY EAP ADMIN FEE 577.20
 00234153 04/17/2026 EDWARD STARE NEW EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION 16.35
 00234283 04/24/2026 EFTPS Payroll Remittance 386,817.75
 00234053 04/15/2026 ENDEAVOR HEALTH OMEGA PRE-PLACEMENT EXAMINATION 166.00
 00234129 04/16/2026 ENDEAVOR HEALTH OMEGA FOLLOW-UP VACCINE 78.00
 00234275 04/20/2026 ENGINEERING ENTERPRISE INC LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PLAN -PRELIMINARY ENG SERVICES 7,129.00
 00234509 04/27/2026 ENGINEERING ENTERPRISE INC LEAD SERVICE LINE INVENTORY SERVICES 490.00
 00234625 04/17/2026 EQUIFAX INFORMATION SVCS LLC LOCAL CREDIT REPORT & ANCILLIARY SERVICES -APR 2026 25.00
 00234456 04/24/2026 ERIC FABER STATION SHOE REPLACEMENT 60.49
 00234474 04/24/2026 ES OPCO US LLC- VESERIS RODENTICIDE ORDER 398.00
 00234243 04/21/2026 EVANSTON GOLF CLUB ANNUAL SERVICE AWARDS DINNER 5,734.00
 00234286 04/24/2026 FIRE PENSION Payroll Remittance 51,431.29
 00234290 04/24/2026 FIRE UNION Payroll Remittance 4,223.00
 00234359 04/20/2026 FOX VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER TRAINING 325.00
 00234360 04/20/2026 FOX VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER TRAINING 325.00
 00233868 04/13/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC CA-7 STONE 718.11
 00234437 04/24/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC DIRT REMOVAL 1,300.00
 00234438 04/24/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC DIRT REMOVAL 2,925.00
6 00234439 04/24/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC DIRT REMOVAL 2,600.00
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234532 04/27/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC CA-7 STONE 666.33
 00234549 04/27/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC CA-7 STONE 15,418.45
 00234550 04/27/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC CA-7 STONE 8,289.55
 00234686 04/28/2026 G & M TRUCKING INC CA-7 STONE 14,406.09
 00234685 04/28/2026 GALLAGHER MATERIALS INC COLD PATCH 3,580.68
 00234077 04/15/2026 GALLS LLC GEAR UPGRADES FOR FIREFIGHTERS 2,706.68
 00234190 04/20/2026 GALLS LLC FIREFIGHTING GEAR 2,306.49
 00234259 04/21/2026 GARREN ZERFASS UNIFORM ITEMS 172.00
 00234596 04/28/2026 GARY SCHWARTZ WORK SAFETY BOOTS 151.96
 00234628 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @7424 NILES CENTER RD 2,158.50
 00234629 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC DVP 1-5-26 / 5003 DEMPSTER ST 9,250.00
 00234630 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 532.00
 00234631 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ OAKTON BY ST. PETER 757.50
 00234632 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ VILLAGE GREEN 3,062.00
 00234634 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ SKOKIE BLVD & SEARLE 626.50
 00234638 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ OAKTON & BABB 614.50
 00234639 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 1,849.01
 00234640 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @OAKTON & NILES AVE 417.00
 00234641 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ VILLAGE HALL 538.00
 00234642 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @SKOKIE & OAKTON MEDIAN 461.50
 00234645 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ SKOKIE BLVD #2 461.50
 00234646 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ 8157 CENTRAL PARK 574.50
 00234647 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @5100 DEMPSTER ST 377.00
 00234648 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ LINCOLN & WARREN 817.50
 00234649 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @5020 DEMPSTER MEDIAN 480.50
 00234651 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ CRAWFORD #3 RR TRACKS TO LOUISE 644.50
 00234653 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ SWIFT LOT #2 ALONG SKOKIE BLVD 2,541.00
 00234654 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ MAIN ST MEDIANS #4 426.00
 00234655 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ MAINT ST MEDIAN # 5 746.00
 00234656 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ MAIN ST #3 639.00
 00234657 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ MEMORIAL PARK 1,288.50
 00234659 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ MAIN ST #1 911.00
 00234660 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @SWIFT #3 DEMPSTER & NILES 1,188.00
 00234661 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ MAIN ST MEDIAN #2 185.00
7 00234662 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ MEDIANS ACROSS FROM LIBRARY 522.00
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234663 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ CRAWFORD #1 MEDIANS 872.50
 00234664 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ CRAWFOR MEDIANS #2 397.00
 00234665 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ SWIFT #1 NW LOT & SEARLE 3,623.00
 00234676 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE @ STATION #18 949.50
 00234677 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC REPAIR WORK TO MOVE & REPLACE SPRINKLER HEADS 3,143.00
 00234678 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC CHECKED WIRES TO THE RELAY FOR THE BOOSTER PUMP 2,121.00
 00234679 04/28/2026 GB SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC WINTERIZE WORK 695.00
 00234055 04/15/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - FILTERS 96.09
 00234057 04/15/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - OIL FILTERS 93.87
 00234130 04/16/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY INT TRUCK AIR FILTER-STOCK 51.61
 00234195 04/20/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY FRONT BRAKE PADS FOR AMBULANCE 16 96.04
 00234196 04/20/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY BATTERY FOR PW139 170.90
 00234197 04/20/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY BATTERY FOR LAWN MOWER 213 44.17
 00234198 04/20/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY BULB CONNECTORS-STOCK 29.92
 00234235 04/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - FILTERS 240.60
 00234242 04/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - OIL FILTER 13.64
 00234244 04/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - BATTERY CABLE 196.50
 00234246 04/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - WIPER BLADES 215.16
 00234265 04/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY VILLAGE HALL 85 - REAR SHOES HARDWARE KIT 12.86
 00234272 04/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - BRAKE CONTROLLER 98.20
 00234273 04/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - RED LOCTITE 44.68
 00234277 04/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY FIRE 213 - STARTER 189.49
 00234304 04/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY PUBLIC WORKS 154T - WHEEL HUB SEAL KIT AND SUSPENSION KIT 483.13
 00234307 04/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - WHEEL HUB SEAL KIT 139.36
 00234363 04/23/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY PUBLIC WORKS 161 - OIL FILTER AND OIL 432.07
 00234397 04/23/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - FILTER 9.55
 00234604 04/28/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - CUTTING SAW 2.30
 00234608 04/28/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - REFRIGERANT 349.99
 00234609 04/28/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY CORE RETURN (44.00)
 00234671 04/28/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STK - CUT-OFF WHEEL 11.50
 00234451 04/24/2026 GLOBAL TEST SUPPLY LLC FIRE DEPARTMENT P400 SENSORS 4,003.68
 00234075 04/15/2026 GMES LLC RF/MICROWAVE ENERGY METERS 2,271.68
 00232621 03/10/2026 GOLF MILL FORD 122 DVPU DOL 12-15-2025 810.26
 00234392 04/23/2026 GOLF MILL FORD PUBLIC WORKS 127 - TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER 236.00
8 00234205 04/10/2026 GRAINGER BATTERY SUPPLIES -MALTESE 191.91
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
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 00234206 04/07/2026 GRAINGER HONDA EU2200I GENERATORS 4,959.36
 00234207 04/13/2026 GRAINGER HARDWARE SUPPLIES -MALTESE 75.51
 00234208 04/14/2026 GRAINGER HARDWARE SUPPLIES -MALTESE 186.07
 00234209 04/16/2026 GRAINGER RANGE AIR FILTER SUPPLIES -OKON 237.88
 00234210 04/16/2026 GRAINGER EVIDENCE SUPPLIES -MIURA 306.90
 00234250 04/21/2026 GRAINGER STEEL CLEVIS PINS 49.20
 00234522 04/27/2026 GRAINGER CEILING TILE FOR VH 933.95
 00234525 04/27/2026 GRAINGER AEROSOL CHAIN WIRE ROPE LUBE 332.88
 00234526 04/27/2026 GRAINGER PLEATED AIR FILTER FOR VH 55.65
 00234528 04/27/2026 GRAINGER 28 W T5 MINI B-PIN FOR PE 100.35
 00234529 04/27/2026 GRAINGER 28 W T5 MINI BI-PIN 254.22
 00234531 04/27/2026 GRAINGER SOAP DISPENSER 60.13
 00234554 03/16/2026 GRAINGER MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS FOR SIGN SHOP 141.89
 00234599 04/28/2026 GREAT LAKES URBAN FORESTRY INC CONSULTING MUNICIPAL ARBORIST WORK 1,400.00
 00234633 01/31/2026 H & H ELECTRIC CO ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR SL & TL JAN. 1, 26 - JAN. 31, 26 8,798.31
 00234636 02/28/2026 H & H ELECTRIC CO ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR SL &TL FEB. 1, 26 - FEB. 28, 26 8,798.31
 00234637 03/31/2026 H & H ELECTRIC CO ROUTINE MAINTENANCE FOR SL & TL MAR 1, 26 - MAR 31, 26 8,713.23
 00234643 03/02/2026 H & H ELECTRIC CO H&H NON ROUTINE INVOICE - 3945 MAIN ST. (ACCIDENT) MAR'26 1,758.52
 00234644 03/02/2026 H & H ELECTRIC CO H&H NON ROUTINE INVOICE - 3536 MAIN ST. (ACCIDENT) MAR'26 1,886.27
 00234499 04/27/2026 HALLORAN POWER EQUIPMENT INC PW305 REPAIRS 468.54
 00234213 04/14/2026 HD SUPPLY FORMERLY HOME DEPOT PRO CABLE TIE TOOL -MALTESE 53.46
 00234215 04/15/2026 HD SUPPLY FORMERLY HOME DEPOT PRO MOUSE MATTE LAMINAT -MALTESE 143.04
 00234683 04/27/2026 HD SUPPLY FORMERLY HOME DEPOT PRO ADJUSTABLE HIGH BAY -MALTESE 187.94
 00234489 04/24/2026 HEALTH INSPECTION PROFESSIONALS INC MONTLY INSPECTIONS - MARCH 4,275.00
 00234541 04/27/2026 HODC TO PREVENT EVICTION 382.00
 00234524 04/19/2026 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES MISC. TOOLS AND HARDWARE 234.51
 00234527 04/19/2026 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES MISC. TOOLS AND HARDWARE 1,563.08
 00234249 04/21/2026 IAED LEWANDOWSKI EMD TEST 55.00
 00234468 04/24/2026 IDPH FEBRUARY FEES 308.00
 00234280 04/24/2026 ILLINOIS DEPT OF REVENUE Payroll Remittance 629.75
 00234252 04/21/2026 ILLINOIS TOLLWAY Q1 TOLLWAY CHARGES 130.43
 00234503 04/22/2026 IMAGING ESSENTIALS INC MAINTENANCE CARTRIDGE AND PRINTHEAD FOR PLOTTER 612.25
 00234445 04/24/2026 IMPERIAL SUPPLIES LLC DRYING & MICRO FIBER CLOTH 483.96
 00234297 04/24/2026 IMRF PREM TO FBHP Payroll Remittance 96,801.01
9 00234299 04/24/2026 INDIANA STATE CENTRAL COLLECTION UNIT Payroll Remittance 407.34
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
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 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234128 04/16/2026 INTERSTATE BILLING SERVICE INC EGR TEMP SENSOR FOR 143 84.23
 00234199 04/20/2026 INTERSTATE BILLING SERVICE INC TURN SIGNAL HOUSINGS FOR INT TRUCKS 116.84
 00234424 04/24/2026 INTERSTATE BILLING SERVICE INC STK - MIRROR BRACKETS 152.84
 00234293 04/24/2026 IPPFA @ TRANSAMERICA Payroll Remittance 17,451.29
 00234616 04/28/2026 ISBS 04/30/25-07/30/25 OVERAGE COPIER SERVICE & MAINT FOR CONTRACT #7133- 17.48
 00234617 04/28/2026 ISBS 10/10/25-01/09/26 OVERAGE COPIER SERVICE & MAINT FOR CONTRACT #8319- 102.95
 00234618 04/28/2026 ISBS 12/17/25-03/16/26 OVERAGE COPIER SERVICE & MAINT FOR CONTRACT #8285- 173.15
 00234169 04/17/2026 JEFFREY BURMAN PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 90.00
 00234086 04/16/2026 JOE JENNINGS SAFETY BOOTS 107.99
 00234502 04/27/2026 JONATHAN EGGERT WORK SHIRTS, PANTS 164.93
 00234192 04/20/2026 JONES & BARTLETT LEARNING LLC TRAINING TEXTBOOKS 612.40
 00234232 04/20/2026 KARA COMPANY INC MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS FOR ENGINEERING 355.86
 00234476 04/24/2026 KASEYA US LLC SAAS PROTECTION FOR MICROSOFT 365 225.00
 00234558 04/26/2026 KATARZYNA PORE REIMBURSEMENT FOR UNIFORM SHOES 170.06
 00234692 03/31/2026 KLEIN THORPE AND JENKINS LTD LEGAL SERVICES FOR ETHICS COMMISSION 2349-015 6,440.00
 00234693 03/31/2026 KLEIN THORPE AND JENKINS LTD LEGAL SERVICES FOR ETHICS COMMISSION 2349-020 (SHAH) 1,295.00
 00234202 04/20/2026 KNOX ASSOCIATES INC VEHICLE KNOX BOX 1,972.00
 00234278 04/15/2026 LAKESHORE RECYCLING SYSTEMS SPRING 2026 GREEN ALLEY SWEEPING 680.00
 00234491 04/27/2026 LANGTON SNOW SOLUTIONS VILLAGE MOWING SERVICES 130.34
 00234492 04/27/2026 LANGTON SNOW SOLUTIONS VILLAGE MOWING SERVICES 5,109.44
 00234506 04/27/2026 LEGAL DEPT PETTY CASH REIMBURSEMENT JAN-APRIL 2026 149.42
 00234537 04/21/2026 LINDENMEYR MUNROE COPY PAPER 1,880.00
 00234076 04/15/2026 LISA SANZENBACHER ITEMS FOR ENERGY RESOURCE FAIR - 2026 151.92
 00234245 04/18/2026 LOCALGOVNEWS.ORG 1 YEAR MEMBERSHIP TO LOCALGOVNEWS 06/23/26 TO 06/23/27 900.00
 00234684 04/28/2026 LOUIS WEISBACH MARCH 13, 2026 2,985.19
 00234216 04/15/2026 LOU'S GLOVES INC NITRILE GLOVES 1,012.00
 00234485 04/21/2026 LUCY RUKAVINA REIMBURSEMENT FOR BUDGET HEARING ITEM 8.12
 00234238 04/21/2026 M & K QUALITY TRUCK SALES OF ILL DVPC-0060 DOL 3-16-26 3,912.09
 00234462 04/24/2026 M & K QUALITY TRUCK SALES OF ILL PUBLIC WORKS 161 - BRAKE PRESSURE SENSOR 397.89
 00234179 04/20/2026 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT LLC DOOR LATCHES FOR FIRE TRUCKS 407.96
 00234193 04/20/2026 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT LLC WATER VALVE FOR FDTL16 1,497.70
 00234231 04/21/2026 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT LLC DOOR HANDLES FOR FIRE TRUCKS 735.03
 00234361 04/23/2026 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT LLC FIRE TL18 - OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE 1,387.42
 00234622 04/28/2026 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT LLC FIRE E17R - AIR SPRING ASSEMBLY 1,517.08
10 00234298 04/24/2026 MARILYN O. MARSHALL CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEE Payroll Remittance 624.00
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
 VOUCHER REPORT #24
 MAY 4, 2026

 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234517 04/27/2026 MARTIN HEFFNER LEAD LINE REBATE 97 WILLIAMSBURG 750.00
 00234276 04/22/2026 MATTHEW CANNELLA WORK PANTS, HARD HAT, LEATHER WORK GLOVES 181.79
 00234303 04/22/2026 MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC FENDER SUPPORT FOR 227 1,728.72
 00234459 04/24/2026 MCKENNA AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS 164 - HYDRAULIC HOSE 304.29
 00234673 04/28/2026 MCMASTER CARR SUPPLY CO STK - CLAMP 120.05
 00234674 04/28/2026 MCMASTER CARR SUPPLY CO STK - CUTOFF SAW 39.18
 00234067 04/15/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE LUMBER FOR FIRE FIGHTING EXERCISE 141.60
 00234084 04/16/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE CONSTRUCITON MATERIALS 11.98
 00234421 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE LAWN & LEAF BAGS 19.99
 00234422 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE SPRING GREENING SUPPLIES 70.06
 00234423 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE STAPLER AND STAPLES 125.85
 00234427 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE SUPPLIES FOR PD REPAIR 133.20
 00234428 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE HOSE HANGERS AND TUBE CUTTER FOR PD 31.24
 00234429 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE MARKET UMBRELLA FOR VH 49.98
 00234430 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE CONCRETE REPAIR MORTAR 12.99
 00234431 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE MINWAX WOOD PUTTY FOR VH 7.98
 00234433 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE FLUSH TRIM, TRIPLE GRIP FOR PD 44.69
 00234440 04/24/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE SHOVEL & 2X4 77.42
 00234271 04/22/2026 METAL SUPERMARKETS STK - TREAD PLATES 125.24
 00234669 04/28/2026 METAL SUPERMARKETS STK - ROLLED STEEL 47.48
 00234408 04/23/2026 METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICES CDBG PY25 Q2 INVOICE 2,500.00
 00234306 04/22/2026 Michele Polan REIMBURSE FINANCE OFFICE SUPPLIES 18.70
 00234452 04/24/2026 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA INC LEAD SERVICE REPLACEMENT MATERIALS 11,925.00
 00234453 04/24/2026 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA INC LEAD LINE REPLACEMENT MATERIALS 3,075.00
 00234551 04/27/2026 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA INC FORD 1" FLARE CURB STOP 11,822.00
 00234607 04/28/2026 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA INC ULTRASLEEVE REPLACEMENT GASKETS 223.20
 00234300 04/24/2026 MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT, INC. Payroll Remittance 204.25
 00234181 04/20/2026 MIKE DEZYNSKI MIKE D CLOTHING AND TOOL ALLOWANCE 756.00
 00234463 04/24/2026 MINAL DESAI APRIL/MAY 400.00
 00234288 04/24/2026 MISSION SQUARE -800953 Payroll Remittance 2,183.84
 00234289 04/24/2026 MISSION SQUARE ROTH IRA-705973 Payroll Remittance 9,380.18
 00234284 04/24/2026 MISSION SQUARE-300314 Payroll Remittance 84,718.07
 00234203 04/20/2026 MONTOYA, EDUARDO WORK PANTS 35.96
 00234184 04/20/2026 MPOWER GENERATORS INC PUBLIC EV CHARGER MAINTENANCE INSPECTION 396.00
11 00234224 04/16/2026 MY LITTLE KITCHEN GRATUITY FOR CATERED BUDGET HEARING 100.00
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
 VOUCHER REPORT #24
 MAY 4, 2026

 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234610 04/27/2026 NASKO PELINKAJ VIDEO RECORDING SERVICES: 4/6, 4/15, 4/16, 4/20 700.00
 00234454 04/24/2026 NATHAN HAMMER STATION SHOE REPLACEMENT 148.22
 00234285 04/24/2026 NATIONWIDE 457 Payroll Remittance 40,262.29
 00234176 04/18/2026 NICHOLAS FONTANA STATION SHOE REPLACEMENT 132.58
 00234519 04/27/2026 NICHOLAS WERTH LEAD LINE REBATE 8037 HARDING 750.00
 00234544 04/27/2026 NICK ESCHNER REIMBURSEMENT FOR TRAINING 45.30
 00234263 04/22/2026 NICK ORLIC TRAINING, MEMBERSHIP, LICENSE 2026 420.75
 00234504 04/21/2026 NICK WYATT REIMBURSEMENT FOR ROTARY MTG 25.00
 00234219 04/16/2026 NICOR GAS NATURAL GAS - 7300-06 NILES CENTER RD 03/17/26 -04/15/26 3,628.16
 00234534 04/27/2026 NICOR GAS 9050 GROSS POINT RD REAR 609.49
 00234542 04/27/2026 NICOR GAS 9024 GROSS POINT RD 2,251.28
 00234543 04/27/2026 NICOR GAS 8157 CENTRAL PAK AVE 1,016.89
 00234687 04/28/2026 NICOR GAS 9050 GROSS POINT RD 6,658.72
 00234688 04/28/2026 NICOR GAS 5127 OAKTON ST 2,473.61
 00234689 04/28/2026 NICOR GAS 4051 MAIN ST 182.41
 00234690 04/28/2026 NICOR GAS 5147 MAIN ST 128.52
 00234530 04/27/2026 NIPSTA TRT TRAINING 9,100.00
 00234535 04/27/2026 NIPSTA ALLEN- FIRE ACADEMY TRAINING 4,300.00
 00234536 04/27/2026 NIPSTA TRENCH OPS - ARREGUIN 1,450.00
 00234409 04/23/2026 NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER CDBG PROG Q2 JAN 1 - MAR 31, 2026 3,000.00
 00234603 04/28/2026 OFER LICHTMAN UPDATED TRAUMA GO BAGS 23,400.00
 00234160 04/17/2026 OFFICE DEPOT INC MISC OFFICE SUPPLIES - PLANNING 83.57
 00234406 04/23/2026 OFFICE DEPOT INC OFFICE SUPPLIES 95.84
 00234464 04/24/2026 OFFICE DEPOT INC BOH NAME PLATES 16.99
 00234465 04/24/2026 OFFICE DEPOT INC BOH NAME PLATES 51.98
 00234707 04/30/2026 OLD ORCHARD URBAN LP OOBD TAX REVENUE DISBURSEMENT REPORT DATE 03/2026 $295,759.42
 00234441 04/24/2026 O'LEARY'S CONTRCTRS EQPT & SUPPLY OIL FILTER AND AIR FILTER 367.70
 00234253 04/21/2026 OPEN COMMUNITIES CDBG GRANT 2ND QTR 2,500.00
 00234447 04/24/2026 OUI OUI ENTERPRISES LLC PORTABLE RESTROOM MAINT @ CHANNEL PARK, LOT D 381.43
 00234449 04/24/2026 OUI OUI ENTERPRISES LLC PORTABLE RESTROOM MAINT JOB SITE 4590 380.00
 00234455 04/24/2026 OUI OUI ENTERPRISES LLC PORTABLE RESTROOM MAINT 382.86
 00234507 04/27/2026 OZINGA READY MIX CONCRETE INC CONCRETE 999.13
 00234262 04/22/2026 PAUL HUNSICKER CERTIFICATION 300.00
 00234168 04/17/2026 PAUL LUKE PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 165.00
12 00234241 04/21/2026 PAUL REYES FY26 TOOL ALLOWANCE REIMBURSEMENT 550.00
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
 VOUCHER REPORT #24
 MAY 4, 2026

 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234652 04/28/2026 PAUL REYES FY26 CLOTHING REIMBURSEMENT PAUL 410.00
 00234369 04/15/2026 PEERLESS NETWORK, INC. PHONE SERVICE 15,724.73
 00234178 04/20/2026 PLANET TECHNOLOGIES INC POWER BI PRO / O365GCCE1 LICENSES QTY: 7 554.40
 00234308 04/22/2026 PLATINUM PEST SOLUTIONS RAT PROGRAM CONTRACTUAL SERVICE - MARCH 17,833.33
 00234309 04/22/2026 PLATINUM PEST SOLUTIONS RAT PROGRAM CONTRACTUAL SERVICE - APRIL 17,833.33
 00234295 04/24/2026 POLICE BENEVOLENT FUND Payroll Remittance 525.50
 00234191 04/20/2026 POLICE DEPARTMENT PETTY CASH FUND REIMBURSEMENT 368.83
 00234287 04/24/2026 POLICE PENSION Payroll Remittance 51,423.82
 00234291 04/24/2026 POLICE UNION Payroll Remittance 182.01
 00234458 04/24/2026 PRINT XPRESS BUSINESS CARDS - BRIAN MCHUGH 90.00
 00234469 04/24/2026 PRINT XPRESS BUS ROUTE POSTER FOR CFS 70.00
 00234161 04/17/2026 PRIORITY DISPATCH CORPORATION CESSA PROTOCOL EMD TRAINING 1,836.00
 00234493 04/27/2026 PROSAFETY INC SAFETY GEAR 484.65
 00234494 04/27/2026 PROSAFETY INC SAFETY GEAR 2,098.65
 00234366 04/01/2026 PULSE TECHNOLOGY OF ILLINOIS PRINTER MNTNC 30.00
 00234368 04/10/2026 PULSE TECHNOLOGY OF ILLINOIS PRINTER MNTNC. 41.44
 00234370 04/20/2026 QUENCH USA INC WATER COOLER/ICE MACHINE LEASE 336.71
 00234627 04/22/2026 QUILL LLC TONER 353.67
 00234487 04/16/2026 RADIATE HOLDINGS LLC HIGH SPEED INTERNET SERVICES & FEES FOR PRISON PHONES 329.21
 00234227 04/15/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC STOCK UNIFORM ITEMS 183.57
 00234233 04/02/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC M-FAK RESUPPLY KITS -NIKOLOPOULOS 97.24
 00234234 04/02/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC UNIFORM ITEMS -MOERSFELDER 157.53
 00234237 04/02/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC UNIFORM SHIRTS -OAKLEY 120.92
 00234516 04/27/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC UNIFORM PANTS, SHIRT - SW 93.49
 00234668 04/07/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC UNITED SHIELD VEST CARRIER PKG -LARSON 1,735.00
 00234670 04/08/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC UNIFORM ITEMS -CREMINS 118.48
 00234675 04/08/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC UNIFORM ITEMS -BUSH 619.26
 00234497 04/27/2026 RED LINE WORKS, LLC 102/E18: VEHICLE UPFITTING 23,582.40
 00234498 04/27/2026 RED LINE WORKS, LLC 102/E18: VEHICLE UPFITTING 6,471.75
 00234175 04/17/2026 RICHARD WITRY PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 90.00
 00234316 03/28/2026 RMG ENT. PETWANTS CHICAGO NORTH K-9 PET FOOD -SHELTON 67.50
 00234317 03/28/2026 RMG ENT. PETWANTS CHICAGO NORTH DOG FOOD/SUPPLIES FOR JINN -MAR 2026 140.40
 00234680 04/28/2026 RMG ENT. PETWANTS CHICAGO NORTH DOG FOOD/SUPPLIES FOR JINN -APR 2026 140.40
 00234681 04/28/2026 RMG ENT. PETWANTS CHICAGO NORTH K-9 PET FOOD -SHELTON 67.50
13 00234505 04/27/2026 RNOW INC PUBLIC WORKS 163 - RADIO 157.74
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
 VOUCHER REPORT #24
 MAY 4, 2026

 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234538 04/27/2026 RNOW INC BLOWER RESISTOR FOR 164 34.05
 00234173 04/17/2026 ROSS MATHEE PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 90.00
 00234063 04/15/2026 RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. PUBLIC WORKS 143 - EXHAUST PRESSURE SENSOR 76.55
 00234185 04/17/2026 RUSS RIETVELD REIMBURSEMENT FOR SPECIAL PROJECTS MEETING 235.91
 00234194 04/14/2026 RUSS RIETVELD REIMBURSEMENT FOR ISAWWA WATERCON 979.99
 00224418 07/14/2025 SAFEBUILT ILLINOIS LLC SITE INSPECTOR SVCS $150.00
 00234225 04/21/2026 SAFEBUILT ILLINOIS LLC PLAN REVIEW (5701 OAKTON) 192.00
 00234226 04/21/2026 SAFEBUILT ILLINOIS LLC BUILDING INSPECTIONS 686.51
 00234614 04/28/2026 SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. ANTIFREEZE AND WINDSHIELD WASH 1,235.75
 00234615 04/28/2026 SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. BULK LUBE DELIVERY 1,140.66
 00234080 04/16/2026 SAMSARA INC. FRONT FACING VEHICLE CAMERAS 1,521.75
 00234222 04/21/2026 SANDI ENT LLC DPF AND DOC EMISSION FILTERS-REFUSE 4,010.00
 00234170 04/17/2026 SCOTT BERMAN PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 90.00
 00234511 04/27/2026 SHARPER DOT PRINTING INC LEAD SERVICE LINE INSPECT. DOORHANGERS 615.85
 00234434 04/14/2026 SHERWIN INDUSTRIES INC ADDITIONAL YELLOW PAINT FOR SIGN SHOP 2,016.63
 00232745 03/13/2026 SIDEPATH INC VMWARE VSPHERE FOUNDATION 8 36,526.08
 00234174 04/17/2026 SIGALLE SHPAYHER PLANNING MEETING - APR 16, 2026 90.00
 00234666 04/28/2026 SIGLERS AUTO BODY DVPU/AL- 0028 DOL 2-8-26 FD A17 8,846.77
 00234410 04/24/2026 SIMON UNIFORM COMPANY INC UNIFORMS FOR SEASONALS AND EXTRA STIPEND FOR NEW LOGO 637.25
 00234412 04/24/2026 SIMON UNIFORM COMPANY INC UNIFORMS FOR SEASONALS AND EXTRA STIPEND FOR NEW LOGO 667.00
 00234413 04/24/2026 SIMON UNIFORM COMPANY INC UNIFORMS FOR SEASONALS AND EXTRA STIPEND FOR NEW LOGO 666.75
 00234414 04/24/2026 SIMON UNIFORM COMPANY INC UNIFORMS FOR SEASONALS AND EXTRA STIPEND FOR NEW LOGO 637.25
 00234294 04/24/2026 SKOKIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Payroll Remittance 204.43
 00234706 03/31/2026 SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY MARCH 2026 PPRT 43,139.67
 00234698 04/29/2026 SOLIS SECURITY MANAGED DETECTION & RESPONSE FOR SLED 4,356.10
 00234667 04/28/2026 SOLOMON, JUSTIN FY26 TOOL REIMBURSEMENT JUSTIN 550.00
 00234650 04/24/2026 SPECIAL T UNLIMITED RECRUIT UNIFORMS FOR 3 NEW OFFICERS 900.00
 00234450 04/24/2026 ST AUBIN NURSERY & LANDSCAPING IRA GRANT TREES PLANTED SPRING 2026 14,605.00
 00234460 04/24/2026 STANDARD EQUIPMENT COMPANY PUBLIC WORKS 235 - FUEL CAP 254.59
 00234444 04/24/2026 STANTON MECHANICAL INC EMERGENCY REPAIR TO HEAT EXCHANGER, STA-18 6,683.00
 00234281 04/24/2026 STATE OF IL Payroll Remittance 84,822.76
 00234282 04/24/2026 STATE OF WI Payroll Remittance 559.34
 00234201 04/20/2026 SYNTEX INDUSTRIES REPAIR OF HOSEBED COVER 89.01
 00234150 04/17/2026 TABLET COMMAND INC. LICENSE SUBSCRIPTION 321.00
14 00234391 04/23/2026 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON AGENT FEE - GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS 415.89
 VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
 VOUCHER REPORT #24
 MAY 4, 2026

 Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount

 00234417 04/24/2026 THE CARY COMPANY BRINE TANK 11,086.29
 00234296 04/24/2026 THOMAS H HOOPER CHAPTER 13 TRUSTEE Payroll Remittance 831.50
 00234621 04/28/2026 TIFFANY KELLY PRESCHOOL V&H - APRIL 2026 3,066.00
 00234390 04/23/2026 TOMASZ TARASIUK TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT 160.00
 00234315 04/22/2026 TRITON SIGNAL USA PW369 ARROW BOARD 311.11
 00234256 04/21/2026 ULINE OFFICE SUPPLIES 266.71
 00234310 04/20/2026 ULINE RANGE SUPPLIES -RUSSELL 1,162.52
 00234411 04/24/2026 ULINE SIGN SHOP SAFETY VESTS 247.31
 00234415 04/24/2026 ULINE SIGN SHOP PPE 1,013.87
 00234508 04/27/2026 ULINE SAFETY VESTS & WHITE TERRY CLOTH TOWELS 390.00
 00234446 04/24/2026 UPS AUTO WEEKLY CHARGE 55.62
 00234394 04/23/2026 VALDES LLC STK - DEF FLUID 249.00
 00234364 03/30/2026 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE SERVICE 1,248.78
 00234365 02/28/2026 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE SERVICE 1,273.40
 00234050 04/15/2026 VESTIS UNIFORMS&WORKPLACE SUPPLIES UNIFORM SERVICE 72.39
 00234230 04/21/2026 VESTIS UNIFORMS&WORKPLACE SUPPLIES UNIFORM SERVICE 72.39
 00234436 04/24/2026 WAREHOUSE DIRECT SOAP FOR PD 127.95
 00234183 04/20/2026 WATERWAY GAS & WASH COMPANY PW MARCH CAR WASH 69.00
 00234220 04/16/2026 WATERWAY GAS & WASH COMPANY PD CAR WASH SERVICES FOR MAR 2026 524.50
 00234512 04/27/2026 WEBMARC DOORS REPAIR WORK AT PW $397.50

 Total $ 2,922,783.39




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Memorandum
Mayor’s Office

TO: Board of Trustees

FROM: Ann E. Tennes
 Mayor

DATE: May 4, 2026

SUBJECT: Proclamations, Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations


 A Proclamations

 “Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month”
 May 2026

 “Jewish American Heritage Month”
 May 2026

 *B Appointments

 Beautification & Improvement Commission
 Vesna Zahos

 Economic Development Commission
 Nick Greifer

 Public Safety Commission
 Marcus Hayes

 Skokie Police Use of Force Review Board
 Ana Popa

 *C Reappointments

 Board of Health
 Sibyl Yau
 Vice Chair

 Dr. Edward Linn
 Chair


 *D Resignations

 Commission on Family Services
 Peggy Molina

 Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission
 Olivia Mahoney


637150 Board of Trustees 5-4-2026
 WHEREAS, the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI)
community constitutes a growing minority group in the United States and is an important element of
our unique Skokie mosaic; and


 WHEREAS, the achievements of Asian American. Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders
have contributed to our nation’s and Skokie’s progress and prosperity in a wide range of fields,
including art, architecture, literature, education, government, law, industry, commerce, medicine,
science and technology, thus having contributed to the quality of life for everyone; and


 WHEREAS, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders and all those who
journeyed to the United States in pursuit of freedom and liberty, are an important part of our nation’s
foundation; and


 WHEREAS, the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community is
visible and active as its members make significant strides toward full participation and equal
opportunity in all walks of life.


 NOW, THEREFORE, I, ANN TENNES, Mayor of the Village of Skokie, do hereby
proclaim the month of May 2026 as


 “ASIAN AMERICAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN and PACIFIC ISLANDER
 HERITAGE MONTH”

and urge all residents to join this celebration recognizing their infinite contributions to our great
Village.

 Passed this 4th day of May 2026



 Ann E. Tennes
 Ann E. Tennes
 Mayor
 Minal Desai
 Minal Desai
 Village Clerk




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 WHEREAS, for nearly 370 years, Jews have profoundly contributed to America’s
history, society and culture; and

 WHEREAS, in 2006, then-President George W. Bush established May as “Jewish
American Heritage Month” to honor the long history of Jewish Americans and the many
contributions of Jewish Americans to American culture, history, military, science, government,
educations and all areas of American life; and

 WHEREAS, the proud heritage of Jewish Americans is a reminder of our nation’s
constitutional commitment to religious freedom and the importance of a dedication to
community and history; and

 WHEREAS, the United States is experiencing a serious rise in antisemitic activity and
Jewish Americans are the targets of 60 percent of religiously based hate crimes and bias-based
incidents; and

 WHEREAS, our society needs to reaffirm our rejection of antisemitic bigotry and our
commitment to never compromise our steadfast support for the Jewish community.

 NOW, THEREFORE, I, ANN TENNES, Mayor of the Village of Skokie, do
hereby proclaim the month of May as:

 “JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH”
in the Village of Skokie and we express appreciation for the significant contributions made by
Jewish Americans to the diverse community that comprises the Village of Skokie, the State of
Illinois and the United States of America.

 Passed this 4th day of May 2026


 Ann E. Tennes
 Ann E. Tennes
 Mayor

Minal Desai
Minal Desai
Village Clerk




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Memorandum
Manager’s Office

TO: The Honorable Mayor and
 Board of Trustees
 Village Clerk
 Corporation Counsel

FROM: ___________________________
 John T. Lockerby, Village Manager

DATE: April 30, 2026

SUBJECT: MANAGER’S REPORT
 BOARD MEETING OF MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026
* A. ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Consulting Services – LCM
 Architects, Chicago, Illinois - $57,535.
 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a national law that protects qualified
 individuals from discrimination based on their disability. The nondiscrimination
 requirements of the law apply to employers and organizations that receive Federal
 funding. In an effort to comply with these Federal mandates, the Village is seeking
 a qualified and experienced firm to help develop the Village’s Americans with
 Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (ADA Transition Plan). The
 Village issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) and five proposals were received to
 conduct interior facility assessments of seven Village-owned buildings: Village Hall,
 Public Works, Police Department, Fire Stations 16, 17, 18 as well as the North Shore
 Center for Performing Arts. Upon negotiating the scope of the work and fees, it is
 recommended the Village Board approve and accept the proposal submitted by LCM
 Architects for Phase I ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Consulting Services
 in the amount of $57,535 and authorize the Village Manager to enter into a contract
 for said services. Pending Board approval, work on Phase I is anticipated to begin
 this summer with Phase II expected to occur in future fiscal years and will focus on
 public infrastructure. I concur with staff’s recommendation and respectfully request
 Board approval.




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Memorandum
Manager's Office
Building and Inspection Services Division
 A
Purchasing Division



TO: John T. Lockerby, Village Manager


FROM: [ ^ ^ \. ^
 ('//^( ..V
 A-^f ^ vU t/A/, A
 U.I/^L-/^
 Angel Schnilr, Manager Building and Inspection Services


 P^L
 Rolando Ithier, Management Analyst


 /^ € ^•^1. ,_^-,
 Michael Aleksic, Assistant Finance Director


DATE: February 9, 2026

SUBJECT: ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Consulting Services - Agenda Item



Background
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a national law that protects qualified individuals
from discrimination based on their disability. The nondiscrimination requirements of the law apply
to employers and organizations that receive Federal funding. Title H of the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 prohibits state and local governments from discriminating against
qualified individuals with disabilities in all programs, services, and activities. It ensures equal
access to public services and requires public entities to provide reasonable modifications, effective
communication, and physical/digital accessibility.


In an effort to comply with these Federal mandates, the Village is seeking a qualified and
experienced firm to help develop the Village's Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and
Transition Plan (ADA Transition Plan). The Village intends to select a firm to prepare a Condition
Assessment Report of its facilities which will be used to develop an ADA Transition Plan.


In that regard, the Village issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for ADA Self-Evaluation and
Transition Plan Consulting Services in October of 2025, and responses were received on
December 16, 2025 from the following firms:

 WT Group AEC, LLC., Hoffman Estates, IL.
 Altura Solutions, LLC., Austin, TX.
 The Antero Group, LLC., Chicago, IL.
 LCM Architects, Chicago, IL.
 Vitruvian Planning, Boise, ID.




#639448
Proposals were reviewed and evaluated by Building and Inspection Services Manager Angel
Schnur, Management Analyst Rolando Ithier and Assistant Finance Director Michael Aleksic. The
top three firms, WT Group, LCM Architects and Vitmvian Planning were interviewed and as a
result it was determined that LCM Architects provides the best combmation of experience and
value for the subject project.



Budget: 022-2596-403.03-20 $70,000




Recommendation:
Upon negotiating the scope of work and fees, staff hereby requests the Village Board of Trustees'
approval and acceptance of the proposal submitted by LCM Architects for Phase I ADA Self-
Evaluation and Transition Plan Consulting Services in the amount of $57,535.00, and
authorization for the Village Manager to enter into a contract for said services.



Comments
LCM Architects will be tasked with conducting interior facility assessments of seven Village-
owned buildings: Village Hall, Public Works, Police Department, Fires Stations 16, 17 and 18 as
well as the North Shore Center for Performing Arts. The goal is to assess ADA compliance and
develop a rating system to prioritize improvements and prepare facility reports with
recommendations and cost estimates. LCM will coordinate tasks with Village staff and develop
a work plan and schedule. Pending Board approval, work on Phase 1 is anticipated to begin this
summer with Phase II expected to occur in the fiscal years following the current budget cycle.


Phase II of this process will focus on the Village's public rights-of-way and other public
facilities. This Phase will include a comprehensive evaluation ofVillage-owned sidewalks, curb
ramps, intersections, and pedestrian access routes to identify potential barriers to accessibility. In
addition, assessments ofVillage-owned parking lots will be conducted during this phase.

ec; Johanna Nyden, Director of Community Development
 Nicholas Wyatt, Assistant Village Manager




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 Village of

  SSKDKIE
Memorandum
Corporation Counsel's Office

TO: The Honorable Mayor and Board of Trustees


FROM: S^i^i^f ?^f /%e^^
 Barbara A. Mangler, Deputy Corporation Counsel

DATE: April 30, 2026

SUBJECT: May 4, 2026 Corporation Counsel's Report

CONSENT

*A. Ordinance, Code Amendment, Creation of a Housing Fund and Community Land
 Trust
 Item A is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was
 on April 20, 2026.

 This Ordinance will amend Chapter 58 of the Village Code and thereby enabling the
 Village to establish a Community Land Trust (CLT) and create a Housing Fund. The
 CLT is a mechanism that promotes long-term affordable home ownership by allowing
 land to be held in a trust. The Housing Fund will establish a dedicated fund in the
 Village to receive funds in support of housing activities, provide parameters for how
 the funds will be used, and will be part of the Village's budget going forward.

*B. Ordinance, Code Amendment, Village Flag
*C. Resolution, New Village Flag

 Item B is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was
 on April 20, 2026. Item C is on the consent agenda for adoption.

 Item B is an Ordinance that will amend Chapter 2, Section 2-2 of the Village Code, which
 wil! allow the Village Board by Resolution to adopt, approve, modify, replace, or retire
 the official flag design, item C is a Resolution that approves and adopts the new Village
 Flag. In March 2025, Skokie adopted a new corporate seal following a comprehensive
 public engagement and design process. Following the codification of a new seat,
 Village staff began a phased process of updating materials featuring the previous
 Village seal. In May 2025, the Village launched an initiative to design a new Village
 flag, inviting residents of all ages to share their creative designs. Members of the
 Village's Flag Panel, comprised of volunteer Iaea! artists and graphic designers along
 with Village staff, identified seven designs from 79 total submissions. Based on
 feedback and subsequent discussion, both the public and a majority of the panel
 favored the Skokie Spirit design, by Buddy Boor.
*D. Ordinance, 2026-03P, Special Use Permit, 7309 Monticello Avenue

 Item D Is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was
 on April 20, 2026.

 This Ordinance will grant a special use permit to establish and operate an automotive
 repair facility at 7309 Monticello Avenue, Skokie, Illinois, located in an M3 Industrial
 district. Lakeshore Motor Auto Repair wilt provide routine vehicle maintenance, oil
 changes, brake repair and replacement, engine diagnostics and repair, transmission
 services, suspension and steering repair, electrical diagnostics, tire mounting and
 balancing, and heating and air conditioning repair. Additionally, relief from the off-
 street parking requirements of §118-218(b)(4) of the Skokie Vittage Code will be
 granted in order to allow five (5) off street parking spaces instead of the required seven
 (7) spaces.
*E. Ordinance, 2025-04P, Zoning Chapter Amendment

 Item E is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was
 on April 20, 2026.

 This Ordinance wili amend various sections of Chapter 118 of the Village Code (Zoning
 Chapter). The Housing Sub-Committee of the Plan Commission (Sub-Committee),
 during multipie meetings of the Sub-Committee in 2025, discussed and worked with
 staff to understand data on common housing enhancement requests and projects that
 could not move forward in the Village due to restrictions or limitations of the current
 Zoning Chapter. As a result, recommendations from the Sub-Committee, in conjunction
 with staff, were presented to the Plan Commission regarding changes to the Zoning
 Chapter, specificaUy to §118-32 Genera! Definitions, to §118-59 Permitted
 obstructions in required yards, and to §118-253 Enlargements and modifications.

FIRST READING
F. Recommendation, Rules of Public Comment and Code of Conduct for Elected and
 Appointed Officials at Public Meetings

 item F is on the agenda for first reading. The second reading will be presented on May
 18, 2026 for adoption.

 These two documents have previously been presented to the Board of Trustees at the
 Committee of the Whole meeting on April 20, 2026. Included is a Memorandum from
 Corporation Counsel Steven M. Elrod dated April 27, 2026 as well as the proposed
 Public Comment Rules and Code of Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials.




CC: Minal Desai, Village Clerk
 John Lockerby, Village Manager




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 *5/4/26




 THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED
 AS VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER

 26-5-C-



 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 58 OF THE SKOKIE VILLAGE CODE
 RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF A
 HOUSING FUND AND THE CREATION OF A COMMUNITY LAND TRUST

1 WHEREAS, the Village of Skokie ("Village") as a home rule unit of local government, as
2 provided by Article VI! Section 6 of the Illinois Constitution of 1970, has the authority to exercise any
3 power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs except as limited by Article
4 VII, Section 6 of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
5 WHEREAS, on May 6, 2024 the Board of Trustees adopted Village Ordinance 24-5-C-4648
6 amending Chapter 58 of the Skokie Village Code by adopting Article III, which outlines regulations
7 concerning Affordable Housing, thereby emphasizing the essential interrelationship between
8 human relations and affordable housing; and
 9 WHEREAS, there is a continuing need to provide renovated and updated affordable
10 housing to ensure that those who obtain affordable housing from older developments in the
n Village live in property that is safe and habitabfe and provides dignity for its occupants; and
12 WHEREAS, a Community Land Trust creates long-term affordability by separating
13 ownership of land from ownership of improvements, to preserve affordability through continuous
14 ownership cycles, and prevent the displacement of low- and moderate-income residents from our
15 community due to increasing costs of !and; and

16 WHEREAS, there is also the need and interest in the Village to encourage and attract new
17 affordable housing development because housing in our community strengthens the economic
is vitality of the Village; and
19 WHEREAS, a Community Land Trust creates a pathway to homeownership and stable
20 housing, and that intentional, inclusive affordable housing strategies foster an equitable, diverse,
21 and inclusive community; and

22 WHEREAS, the Village recognizes that providing affordable housing in our community,
23 both new and restored, increases housing opportunities to maintain a diverse population,
24 including but not limited to: family friendly housing, multi-generational housing, senior housing
25 and accessibitity; and
26 WHEREAS, Chapter 58, Article III, Section 58-50 was reserved for future use for direction
27 regarding a Housing Fund and the creation of a Community Land Trust.

28 WHEREAS, Village staff worked with Corporation Counsel to prepare amendments to the
29 Skokie Village Code, which are recommended for adoption by the Village Manager; and
30 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees, at a public meeting duly held on March 2, 2026 voted to
31 concur in the aforesaid recommendation of the Village Manager;

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




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1 Section 1: That Chapter 58 of the Skokie Village Code be and the same is hereby
2 amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is highlighted in bold and the
3 material to be deleted is highlighted and stnckea


4 Chapter 58 - HUMAN RELATIONS

5 Article lit. - Affordable Housing

6 See. 58-39. Intent and purpose.

 7 This Article shall promote the public health, safety and welfare of existing and future residents
 s of the Village by 1) requiring certain residential developments or mixed-use developments which
 9 contain a residential component to incorporate a specified percentage of dwelling units to
to qualifying as Affordable Housing, and 2) through housing acquired and administered by a
11 Community land Trust.

12 See. 58-40. Definitions.

13 A. Definitions.

14 Affordable Housing $af^, $aNta^, an<I appir^iia1^ hou^g ^
15 moderate-income households ^Hn WHor renf WllhonHHiavlrtg ^ Wff^s n-iore ttsan
16 approximately 30 percent of their ^ro^s ih^oi^f W maiiitNy HpN^^^
17 Housing tot I® affordable for toileted households ide^fiaci IriMs, XrtMa, "AffiWaNe
is Housing" is dh/idecf Into tiere based on avGiiJablIity to hou^hoids at dm^nef moom® levels.
19 Affordable Housing Compliance Plan. A plan submitted by a Developer or owner of a
20 Governed Development describing how a development shall comply with the requirements
21 of this Article.

22 Affordabfo Hoti&ing Fund. A funct to be estafotished by the Village.
23 Affordable Housing Unit. A residential dwelling unit that meets the criteria for affordable
24 housing, whether owner-occupied or leased to tenants.

25 Affordable Owner-Occupied Units. Affordable housing units marketed and offered for
26 sale to eligible households subject to an affordable unit covenant.

27 Affordable Rental Units. Affordable housing units marketed and offered for rent to
28 eligible households subject to standard lease terms.

29 Area Median income (AMI). The median income level for the Chicago-NaperviHe-Elgin,
30 !L-IN-WI Metropolitan Statistical Area, as established and defined in the annual schedule
31 published by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and adjusted for household
32 size.

33 Certificate of Qualification. A certificate establishing a qualified household's eligibility to
34 purchase or lease an affordable dwelling unit based on income eligibility using income and
35 asset limits, in accordance with the Village's policies and procedures.

36 CwnsMiy i.wid Trust. A ^alenlaly created fe^|t|i^¥UI^^ fey
37 the yillag$Bo%^lpfTrna!te^s to ^c^u^^ll, 1^ x^i?^^^ for th®
38 purpose of pr^ervmgan^ ita^reaaln^ the Niiciunt^^^^^
39 to low- arid moderate-income househotds.

40 Consumer Price Index (CPI). Consumer price index for the Chicago-Napervifle-Elgin
41 area as published annually by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.


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 1 Developer. A private party responsible for obtaining approvals and entitlements from
 2 the Village, including zoning, subdivision, and building permit approvals, for a Governed
 3 Development.
4 Eligible Household. For purposes of this Article, a household with an annual income
 5 less than 60% to qualify as low-incorae, and 80% to qualify as moderate income,
 6 respectively, of the Area Median income (AMI).
 7 Eligible Activities. The hoysni0 aetMNes set forth m this Ayiicla fw which the
 s Housing Rmd may provide fjnancMi support.
 9 Governed Development Any residential or mixed-use deveiopment with a residential
10 component that is required to provide affordable housing units under provisions of this
n Article. Projects at one location undertaken in phases, stages or otherwise developed in
12 distinct parts shall be considered a single Governed Development.

13 Housing Expenses.

14 a) For Affordable Rental Units - rent and utilities; and
15 b) For Affordable Owner-Occupied Units - principal and interest of any mortgages
16 placed on the unit, property taxes, condominium or homeowner's association fees,
17 if applicable, and homeowner's insurance.

is H0UsSng F^fsd. Tfte Ncwin^ Furi^ estabti1?hed by W^ Article for fie purpose of
19 providing financial resources to preserve and increase the amount of housing
20 available in the Village to low- and moderate-income households.
21 Maximum Resale Price. The maximum price, at which an owner-occupied affordable
22 unit may be sold to another eligible household, based on a valuation formula incorporating
23 appraisal data, a maximum appreciation factor, and allowances for capital improvements, all
24 as set forth in a schedule to be published by the Village on an annual basis.
25 Market Rate Housing Units. All owner occupied or rental dwelling units in a Governed
26 Development that are not classified as affordable housing units.

27 Nursing Facilities. This means either a Skilled nursing facility or an Assisted-iiving
28 facility as defined in Section 118-32 of the Code.
29


30 See. 58-50. Housing Fund.

31 A. Housing Fund Established
32
33 I. Creation and Administration. There is hereby established a Housing Fund,
34 to be held as as^paralseftmd withNi thi&Vjlliage, for t^pyr^ose of advancing
35 affordable housing opportunities. The Village, by and through the Village
36 Manager or desig nee, shalt ^ r^^®n^|NB f&r^i® ^at4o^ds^ inv^sfinent and
37 fiscal maintenance and management of the Housing Fu nd.
38
39 2. Purpose. The purposes of the itpastog F^nd are to M provj<le financial
40 resources to address the affordable housing needs of individuals and
41 families of Iow"to"mt<l<lle income who llv^^ orw^rk lii ttie village by
42 promoting, preserving, and producing long«tetrin affordable housing; (b)



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 1 provide housing-related services to eligible households, and (c) provide
 2 support for not-for-profit organizations that actively address the affordable
 3 housing needs of eligible households. The Housing Fund will provide
 4 financial support for a wide variety of eligible activities that serve eligible
 5 households.
 6
 7 3. Allocation. The allocation and distribution of monies in the Housing Funds
 8 shall be made at the direction of the Mayor and the Board of Trustees
 9 through the Village's Annual Budget approval process.

10 B. Sources of revenue. The Housing Fund shall be funded from multiple sources
11 including, but not limited to:
12
13 1. Private cash donations from individuals and corporations designated for the
14 Housing Fund;
15
16 2. Payments-in-lieu of providing affordable housing units, as referenced in
17 Article;
18
19 3. Budget appropriations, development fees and other funds as designated
20 from time to time by the Mayor and Board of Trustees;
21
22 4. Matching funds from federal or state affordable housing grant;
23
24 5. Principal and interest paid to the Village in the form of Housing Fund loan
25 repayments and all other income from Housing Fund activities, including
26 investment of Housing Fund monies in accordance with Village investment
27 policies,
28
29 6. Any other monies identified or designated to support the Housing Fund by
30 the Board of Trustees.


31 C. Funding eligibility.

32 1. Types of eligible activities. The following housing-related activities are the
33 types of activities that may receive Housing Fund resources:
34
35 i. Housing production. Including new construction, rehabilitation and
36 adaptive re-use.
37
38 ii. Acquisition of real property through the Community Land Trust.
39
40 iii. Preservation of existing affordable housing stock.
41
42 iv. Aid in financing the acquisition, demolition and disposition of
43 property that may be used in whole or part of affordable housing
44 projects.



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 1
 2 v. Weatherization of existing affordable housing units.
 3
 4 vi. Grants for individuals or not-for-profit organizations that are actively
 5 engaged in addressing the affordable housing needs of eligible
 6 households.
 7
 s vii. Housing-related support services, including home ownership
 9 education and financial counseling.
10
n viiL Any other activity that the Mayor and Board of Trustees determines
12 appropriate to address the housing needs of the community.
13
14 2. Eligible applicants. The Village Manager or designee shall develop program
15 guidelines and application forms for Housing Fund grants. Eligible
16 applicants may apply for Housing Fund awards for eligible activities.
17
is D. Community Land Trust. The Village may create, or authorize the creation of, a
19 Community Land Trust.

20 Section 2: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
21 approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.

 ADOPTED this _ day of May, 2026.

 Ayes:
 Nays: Village Clerk
 Absent:

 Attested and filed in my office Approved by me this _ day of
 this _ day of May, 2026; May,2026.
 and published in pamphlet form
 according to law.

 Mayor, Village of SkoRie

 Village Clerk




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 *5/4/26

 B
 THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CtTED
 AS VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER

 26-5-C-



 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2-2 OF THE VILLAGE CODE
 CONCERNING ADOPTION OF A VILLAGE FLAG
 1 WHEREAS, the Village is a home rule municipal corporation in accordance with Article
 2 Vfl, Section 6(a) of the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 with the authority to exercise
 3 any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs including the power
 4 to regulate for the protection of the public health, safety, morals and welfare; to license; and to
 5 tax; and
 6 WHEREAS, Section 2-2 of Article I of the Village Code sets forth the description of the
 7 official Vitlage flag; and
 s WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees finds that it is more effective and practical to
 9 authorize adoption of an official Village flag design by a resoiution, rather than describing the
10 physical imagery, colors, proportions, symbols, inscriptions, and other visual details of the flag
n in the Village Code; and
12 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has determined the Village should amend certain
13 provisions of Chapter 2, Article I regarding the Village flag to allow the Village Board to approve
14 a flag design by reference; and
15 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has determined that it is in the best interest of the
16 Village and its residents to amend the Village Code as set forth in this Ordinance; and
17 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Trustees of the Village of
is Skokie, Cook County, Illinois that:
19 Section 1: Incorporation. The recitals above are hereby incorporated as Section
20 1 as if restated herein.

21 Section 2: Amendment to Chapter 2. Article I. Section 2. Section 2-2, titled
22 "Village Flag," of Article I, titled "In General," of Chapter 2, titled "Administration," of the Village
23 Code is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced as follows, with additions in bold and
24 double-undertine.

25 "See. 2-2. - Village flag.

26 The Village Board may. bv resolution duly adopted. apDrove. modify, replace.
27 or retire an official flag design for the Village. The resolution may approve the
28 design, colors, dimensions. Droportions. symbols, inscripttons. and other
29 specifications of the Village flag. and may authorize the manner in which the
30 Village flag is flown. displayed, or otherwise used."

31 Section 3: Continuation. Ail provisions of the Village Code not amended herein
32 will remain in full force and effect.



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1 Section 4: Severabilitv. If any Section, paragraph, or provision of this Ordinance
2 wil! be hefd to be invalid and unenforceable for any reason, the invalidity or unenforceability
3 of such Section, paragraph, or provision will not affect any of the remaining provisions of this
4 Ordinance.

5 Section 5: Repeal. All ordinances, resolutions, motions, or parts thereof in conflict
6 with this Ordinance are hereby repealed.

7 Section 6: Effective Date. That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect ten
8 days after its passage, approval, and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.

 ADOPTED this 4th day of May, 2026.

 Ayes:
 Nays: Village Clerk
 Absent:

 Attested and filed in my office Approved by me this 4th day of
 this 4th day of May, 2026; May, 2026.
 and published in pamphlet form
 according to law.

 Mayor, Village of Skokie

 Village Clerk




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 THIS RESOLUTION MAY BE CITED AS
 VILLAGE RESOLUTION

 26-5-R-


 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A NEW VILLAGE FLAG DESIGN

1 WHEREAS, the Village is a home rule municipal corporation in accordance with
2 Article Vlt, Section 6(a) of the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 with the authority to
3 exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs
4 including the power to regulate for the protection of the public health, safety, morals and
5 welfare; to license; and to tax; and
6 WHEREAS, Section 2-2 of the Village Code provides that the Village Board may, by
7 resolution duly adopted, retire an officia! flag design and approve a new flag design for the
s Village; and
 9 WHEREAS, in March 2025, following an extensive public engagement and design
io process, the Village of Skokie adopted a new corporate seal that the Village Board
n determined more accurately reflects the Village's contemporary identity, community values,
12 and the modern life and character of its residents; and
13 WHEREAS, following the adoption of the new Village seal, Village staff undertook
14 efforts to update the VJHage's branding, materials, and visual identity to reflect the new seal,
15 including the establishment of the Village Flag Panel ("Flag Panel") tasked with the initiative
16 to review design submissions for a new official Village flag; and
17 WHEREAS, the Flag Panel received 79 design submissions for a new Village f!ag
is design and, following review and consideration of public input, selected a design titled
19 Skokie Spirit, submitted by Skokie resident Buddy Boor, for recommendation as the
20 Village's new official fiag, attached hereto as Exhibit A ("New Village Flag"}, and
21 WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2-2 of the Village Code, the Board of Trustees
22 desire to retire the current Village flag and adopt the New Village Flag; and
23 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has determined that adoption of the New Village
24 Flag will serve and be in the best interest of the Village;
25 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of
26 Skokie, Cook County, Illinois, that:
27 SECTION 1: RECITALS. The Board of Trustees adopts the recitals above as its
28 findings, as if fully set forth in this Section.
29 SECT!QN_2: APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE NEW VILLAGE FLAG. The
30 Board of Trustees approves and adopts the New Village Flag, with the design and content
31 exactly as set forth in Exhibit A.
32 SECTiON__3: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect
33 from and after its passage and approval according to law.



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 PASSED this 4th day of May,2026.

Ayes:
 Village Clerk
Nays:
Absent:
 Approved by me this 4th day of
Abstain: May, 2026.




Village Clerk Mayor, Village of Skokie




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 EXHIBIT A

 NEW VILLAGE FLAG




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 SME: 4/20/26
 *5/4/26
 PC: 2026-03P
 SUP: 641,01




 THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
 VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER

 26-5-Z-


 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ESTABLISH
 AND OPERATE AN AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR FACILIFfAT
 7309 MONTICELLO AVENUE, SKOK/E, ILLINOIS, IN AN
 M3 INDUSTRY DISTRICT, AND RELIEF FROM §118-218(b)(4) OF THE
 SKOKIE VILLAGE CODE

1 WHEREAS, the owner of the following described real property:
2 LOT 27 AND PART OF 28, KRENN AND DATO'S WEST ROGERS PARK "L" SUBDIVISION
3 OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION
4 26-41-13 IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

5 PIN: 10-26-311-049-0000
6 more commonly described as 7309 Monticello Avenue, Skokie, Illinois (hereinafter "Subject
7 Property"), consented to the petition to the Village of Skokie for a special use permit to
s establish and operate an automotive repair facility in an M3 Industrial district; and
 9 WHEREAS, Tayyab Shaik ("Petitioner") is requesting approval of a special use permit
10 to allow the establishment and operation of an automotive repair facility at 7309 Monticello
n Avenue ("Special Use Permit"); and
12 WHEREAS, "Lakeshore Motor Auto Repair", wit! provide routine vehicle maintenance,
13 oil changes, brake repair and replacement, engine diagnostics and repair, transmission
14 services, suspension and steering repair, electrical diagnostics, tire mounting and balancing,
15 and heating and air conditioning repair; and
16 WHEREAS, the business shall contain and operate two (2) vehlde lifts within the
17 primary service area used for mechanical repairs. Additional interior spaces will include a
is "vehicle prepping area" used for inspection and staging of vehicles prior to repair, as well as
19 a designated storage area for repair parts and diagnostic tools. A restroom is also provided
20 within the building for employees and customers; and
21 WHEREAS, vehicles being serviced will enter and exit the building through the
22 southernmost drive-up garage door facing Monticetto Avenue and will move through the
23 vehicle prepping area prior to being serviced at one of the repair lifts. Customer and employee
24 access to the building is provided through the front office entrance; and
25 WHEREAS, the hours of operation will be Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to
26 6:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The business will be closed on Sundays.
27 initially, the business is expected to operate with the owner/manager and three (3) automotive
28 technicians performing repair and maintenance services; and



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 1 WHEREAS, additionally, the Petitioner has requested relief from the off-street parking
 2 requirements of §118-218(b)(4) of the Skokie Village Code, which requires seven (7) off-
 3 street parking spaces which the Petitioner is unable to meet the fuil parking requirement. The
 4 requested parking relief is reasonable given the limited intensity and operational
 5 characteristics of the business ("Parking Relief); and
 6 WHEREAS, Petitioner will improve the site by reconfiguring the surface parking lot
 7 accessible along Monticello Avenue and provide five (5) on-site parking spaces, including
 8 one (1) ADA-accessible parking space located near the primary building; and
 9 WHEREAS, the Skokie Plan Commission, at a public hearing duly heid on March 19,
io 2026, for which proper legal notice had been achieved and no interested parties appeared, (a)
n made the appropriate findings of fact as required under Section 118-6(f) of the Skokie Village
12 Code and (b) voted to recommend to the Board of Trustees that the requested Special Use
13 Permit, and (c) voted to recommend to the Board of Trustees that the requested Parking Relief
14 be granted, subject to the conditions contained in the Plan Commission Report dated April 20,
15 2026;and
16 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees, at a public meeting duly held on April 20, 2026,
17 concurred in the aforesaid recommendations and findings of fact of the Skokie Plan
is Commission;

19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of
20 Skokie, Cook County, Illinois that
21 Section 1: The Special Use Permit requested by the Petitioner to establish and
22 operate an automotive repair facility at the Subject Property, described above and commonly
23 known as 7309 Monticello Avenue, Skokie, iilinois, in the M3 Industry district, be and the same
24 is hereby granted and approved subject to each of the conditions set forth below:

25 1. No Authorization of Work. The approvals granted in this Ordinance do not authorize
26 the development, construction, reconstruction, alteration, demolition, or moving of any
27 buildings or structures on the Subject Property, but merely authorize the preparation,
28 filing, and processingof applications for any permits or approvals that may be required
29 by the codes and ordinances of the Village, including without limitation demolition and
30 building permits.
31
32 2. Compliance with Applicable Law. In addition to the other specific requirements of this
33 Ordinance, the Subject Property, a!! of the Applicant's operations and activities
34 conducted on and in the Subject Property, must comply at all times with all applicable
35 federal, state, and Village statutes, ordinances, resolutions, rules, codes, and
36 regulations, including all applicable fire prevention requirements.
37
38 3. Compliance with Plans. The Subject Property must be developed, used, and
39 maintained in substantial compliance with the plans prepared by the Applicant,
40 consisting of one (1) total sheet, submitted by the Applicant, and dated March 11,
41 2026, which is attached to, and by this reference incorporated into this Ordinance, as
42 Exhibit A.
43
44 4. Other Conditions.
45
46 1. Vehicles stored outdoors and in need of repairs must be parked in a legal parking
47 space for the associated Automotive Repair facility. Such vehicles are prohibited
48 from being parked outdoors for more than 10 days.
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1 2. No vehicles receiving service may be stored at any time within the "Vehicle
2 Propping Area" as noted on the associated and approved Site and Floor Plan.
3
4 3. Ati repair work must be performed within a building at all times except inspecting
5 vehicles; adding fluids; and changing tires, batteries, windshield wipers, or light
6 bulbs.
7
8 4. Outside storage and display of items for sale or lease, tools, equipment, vehicles,
9 parts, or supplies is prohibited.
10 Section 2: Parking Relief from §118-218(b)(4) of the Skokie Village Code is hereby
n granted.

12 Section 3: A notice of the approval of this Ordinance incorporating the conditions
13 contained herein shall be executed by the owner of the property in writing and duty recorded
14 with the Cook County Cierk's Office at the owner's expense.
15 Section 4: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
ie passage, approval and recordation as provided by law.

 ADOPTED this 4th day of May, 2026.

 Ayes:
 Nays: Village Clerk
 Absent:

 Attested and filed in my office this Approved by me this 5th day of
 5th day of May, 2026. May, 2026.




 Mayor, Village of Skokie
 Village Clerk




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 EXHIBIT A


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 Back Alley 7309Monticello,
 SkokieJL, 60076
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 Vehicle Lifl Vehicle Lift




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 Site Floor Plan
 Version 02


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 SME: 4/20/26 - Pian Commission
 *5/04/26
 PC: 2025-04P




 THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
 VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER

 26-5-C-



 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 118
 OF THE SKOKIE VILLAGE CODE

1 WHEREAS, the Housing Sub-Committee of the Plan Commission ("Sub-Committee")
2 has several objectives, one of which is to implement the Housing Chapter of the
3 Comprehensive Plan and to evaluate Chapter 118 of the Village Code ("Zoning Chapter")
4 for flexibility, efficiency, and opportunities for streamlining relative to housing gaps to better
5 support existing and future housing stock in the Village; and

6 WHEREAS, during multiple meetings of the Sub-Committee in 2025, they discussed
7 and worked with staff to understand data on common housing enhancement requests and
s projects that could not move forward in the Village due to restrictions or limitations of the
9 current Zoning Chapter; and

10 WHEREAS, as a result of these discussions, recommendations from the Sub-
n Committee, in conjunction with staff, were presented to the Plan Commission regarding
12 changes to the Zoning Chapter, specificaiiy to §118-32 General Definitions, to §118-59
13 Permitted obstructions in required yards, and to §118-253 Enlargements and modifications,
14 which include:

15 1. allowing adaptive reuse of certain buildings in specific zoning districts as either a
is permitted use or special use which will allow greater economic opportunity,

17 2. modify the definition of building height to align with best practice and practical
is application during permitting and construction inspections,

19 3. allow for open air terraces or porches with a permanent roof and not projecting
20 more than six feet into the front yard as a permitted obstruction,

21 4. allow a nonconforming single-family detached dwelling to be expanded vertically
22 within the maximum allowable height with an addition, with no horizontal
23 expansion of the structure beyond the existing building footprint; and

24 WHEREAS, the Skokie Plan Commission, at a public hearing du!y held on March 19,
25 2026, after having determined that proper notice was achieved and no interested parties
26 appeared, voted to concur in the recommendations of the Sub-Committee contained in the
27 Plan Commission Report dated April 20, 2026; and
28 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees, at a public meeting du!y held on April 20, 2026,
29 concurred in the aforesaid recommendation of the Plan Commission; and

30 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Trustees of the Village of
31 Skokie, Cook County, Illinois that;

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 VOSDOCS-#639406-v1 -Ordinance_2025-04P_Chapter_118_Code_Amendment
 1 Section 1: Chapter 118, Article H, Section 118-32 of the Skokie Village Code be
 2 and the same is hereby amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is
 3 and the material to be deleted is

 4 Chapter 118-ZONING
 5 Sec 118-32. General Definitions.

 6

 7
 8
 9
10

11

12 Building height means the vertica! distance above
13 -to the top of the roofg
14
15 B steeples, church be!fries, spires, chimneys,
16 smokestacks, cooling towers and elevator bulkheads, parapet walls and building
17 equipment penthouses only
18
19
20

21 Section 2: Chapter 118, Article IV, Section 118-59 of the Skokie Village Code be
22 and the same is hereby amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is
23 and the material to be deleted is

24 Sec. 118-59. Permitted obstructions in required yards.


25
26 (c) Front yards.
27


28 (4) or porches permanent roofs
29 not more than 4' above the average level of the abutting ground and not
30 projecting over into the required front yard.
31

32 Section 3: Chapter 118, Article XIII, Section 118-253 of the Skokie Village Code be
33 and the same is hereby amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is
34




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 Sec. 118-253. Enlargements and modifications.




 3 (c) Additions. Alt additions to nonconformtnp structures and par^
 4 the requirernentsofthischapterj
 5
 6
 7 I. Additions to structures housing nonconforming uses that increase the
 8 nonconforming use shall not be made.
 9
10 Section 4: Chapter 118, Appendix A of the Skokie Village Code be and the same
11 is hereby amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is lljillgpilllln
12


13 Appendix A - Use Table


 USE R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 NX TX ex RS 81 B2 B3 B4 86 H1 M1 M2 M3 OR

 RESIDENCE

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15 Section 5: This Ordinance shall be in ful! force and effect from and after its
16 passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.

 ADOPTED this 4th day of May,2026.

 Ayes:
 Nays: Village Clerk
 Absent:

 Attested and filed in my office Approved by me this 5th day of
 this 5th day of May, 2026; May, 2026.
 and published in pamphlet form
 according to law.

 Mayor, Village of Skokie

 Village Clerk




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April 27, 2026

To: Mayor and Board of Trustees

From: Corporation Counsel

ec: Village Manager

Re: Village Board Consideration of Proposed Rules Governing (1) Public Comment
 at Public Meetings and (2) Code of Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials
 at Public Meetings

At the Village Board Meeting on May 4, 2026, the Village Board will consider, as a first
reading, draft policies for the following:

 1. Rules governing public comment at public meetings; and

 2. Code of conduct for elected and appointed Village officials.

At its Committee of the Whole meeting on April 20, 2026, the Mayor and Trustees
reviewed both policies and unanimously recommended that they be scheduled for the
Village Board agenda to allow for further discussion and consideration by the Board and
members of the public.

Both sets of draft rules are intended to apply not only to the Board of Trustees, but also
to all of the Village's boards and commissions, except where expressly stated otherwise.

This matter Is before the Village Board for first reading review on May 4, 2026. It is
expected that there will be an amendment to Article 2 of the Skokie Village Code to add
an enabling provision that authorizes the Village Board to adopt, by resolution, rules
governing public comment and rules governing board member conduct. Both sets of rules
will then be adopted by resolution at the time of the second reading of this matter,

The draft Public Comment rules are based in large part on the practices that the Village
Board has been following over the past year, but also incorporate best practices to allow
for an appropriate combination of public participation and board decision-
making. Specifically, the draft rules state that "the Village recognizes that public
participation and public input enhances the effectiveness of local governance and
improves the quality of its decisions." The draft rules also recognize that the primary
purpose of public meetings is to allow elected or appointed members to discuss and take
action on policy and other public business necessary to achieve the mission, goals, and
objectives of the board or commission.
The draft Code of Conduct sets forth the principles, protocols, and procedures that wit)
govern the conduct of the members of the Village's boards and commissions during the
time that they are participating at public meetings. It is expected that each member of a
board or commission, by agreeing to serve on the board or commission, affirms a
commitment to uphold the Code of Conduct.




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 Village ofSkokie

 Rules Governing Public Meetings and Public Comment

In accordance with Section 2-45 of the Skokie Village Code, the Village Board has, by
Resolution duly adopted on _ 2026, approved the following rules and
procedures governing decorum and public comment at meetings of the Village Board,
and of all subsidiary boards, committees, and commissions of the Village:

 Public Attendance at Public Meetings is Welcomed and Encouraged

 The Village of Skokie welcomes everyone. All meetings of the Skokie Village
 Board, and of all Skokie boards and commissions, are open to the public.
 Community members and interested parties are welcome and encouraged to
 attend these meetings and, at the appropriate time, participate in the process in a
 respectful and civil manner The Village recognizes that public participation and
 public input enhances the effectiveness of local governance and improves the
 quality of its decisions. Knowledge and talent are widely dispersed throughout the
 community, and the Village benefits when those skills and abilities are brought to
 the attention of decision makers during public meetings.

 While the primary purpose of the meetings of Village boards and commissions is
 to allow for the elected or appointed members to discuss and take action on policy
 and other business necessary to achieve the mission, goats, and objectives of that
 board or commission, it is also recognized that public input is integral to the
 process.


 These Rules have been established to ensure that public meetings are conducted
 in an orderly, efficient, productive, and respectful manner by both the members of
 the boards and commissions, and the members of the public.

II. Audience Decorum Required at all Public Meetings

 The following meeting decorum rules will be in place at and during all public
 meetings:

 • Audience members must remain seated and silent, except when recognized
 by the Mayor or presiding officer.

 • No one may approach the speaker's podium, or the dais, unless invited to
 do so by the Mayor or presiding officer.

 • If a public meeting is held at a conference table or at a round or square table
 configuration, audience members may not sit at the table unless invited to
 do so by the Mayor or presiding officer.

 • No intentional behavior that disturbs, disrupts, or interrupts the public



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 meeting including, without limitation, heckling, jeering, booing, clapping,
 and yelling, will be allowed.

 • Cell phones and other electronic devices must be placed on sitent mode.

 • No sound amplification, microphone, or other noise-making device may be
 used at any time during the meeting.

 • No electronic device, Including audio and video recording devices, may be
 used in a manner that disrupts or interferes with the conduct of the public
 meeting or prevents or impedes audience members from being able to
 observe the meeting.

 • Displays of signs, banners, or other objects will not be allowed if they
 obstruct views to and from the audience, interfere with the conduct of the
 public meeting, or create a safety concern.

III. Public Comment Time

A. Authority

 These rules concerning public comment and participation ("Rules"} are adopted
 pursuant to Section 2.06 (g) of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, 5 ILCS 120 {"OMA"},
 and are intended to provide an opportunity for members of the public to address
 public officials during a public meeting ("Public Comment Time"}.

B. Applicability

 These Rules apply to meetings of the Village Board as well as any subsidiary public
 body of the Village to which the OMA is applicable (collectively, "Public Bodies"},
 except where expressly noted otherwise. These Rules supersede any rules
 governing public comment at public meetings previously adopted by the applicable
 Public Body.

 These Rules are not intended to govern "public hearings" of Public Bodies. Those
 Public Bodies that are required to hold public hearings will adopt rules governing
 the public hearings.

C. Intent

 Public Comment Time is intended to allow Village residents and community
 members to engage meaningfully in the policy process of the applicable
 board or commission. Through these Rules, the Village of Skokie is
 ensuring that members of the public will have an opportunity to address the
 applicable board or commission at all public meetings, except as expressly
 provided in these Rules.

 Public Comment Time is intended to allow members of the public to address



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 the Public Body only on a topic that is germane to matters within the specific
 purview and jurisdiction of the Public Body.

 3. Public Comment Time is not intended to be a forum for open dialogue or
 engagement. Unlike a "public hearing," at which testimony is presented
 under oath and may be subject to examination by, and dialogue with, public
 officials and others in attendance, Public Comment Time is limited to
 comments made by a speaker to the Public Body. The Public Body is under
 no obligation to respond to any public comment, or engage with any
 speaker, during the public meeting. The Mayor or presiding officer may
 direct the Village Manager or other Village staff to respond to questions or
 issues raised in a public comment at an appropriate time after the public
 meeting.

D. Public Comment Required

 1. Except as expressly provided in these Rules, the agenda of every regular
 meeting of all Public Bodies must include a reservation of time during the
 meeting for Public Comment Time.

 2. Subject to, and as limited by these Rules, the Mayor or presiding officer will
 recognize any person desiring to speak during Public Comment Time.

 3. When a regular meeting of the Village Board and Committee of the Whole
 are scheduled for, and occur on, the same night, the Public Comment Time
 will occur only during the Village Board meeting.

 4. Public Comment Time shall not be required at a special meeting of the
 Village Board which is called for a limited purpose or purposes.

 5. Public Comment Time is reserved for comments on matters that are not the
 subject of a specific agenda item at the same meeting.

 6. During meetings of the Village Board, Public Comment Time will occur at
 the beginning and at the end of the agenda of each regular meeting of the
 Village Board. During meetings of all other Public Bodies, only one Public
 Comment Time shall be required.

 7. During meetings of the Village Board, speakers who speak during the first
 Public Comment Time period may not speak at the second Public Comment
 Time period.

 8. If a person desires to speak about a matter that is the subject of a specific
 agenda item on which action by the Public Body is contemplated at the
 same meeting, public comment wiil be allowed during that agenda item
 subject to the same procedural rules as public comment during Public
 Comment Time; provided that the total time for public comment on any one
 agenda item is limited to 15 minutes, unless that time period is extended by


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 the Mayor or presiding officer, or by a majority vote of the Public Body.

 9. Unless the meeting is a remote meeting in accordance with the provisions
 of the OMA, any person desiring to make a public comment must do so in
 person at the location at which the public meeting is taking place. As
 provided in Section III.H of these Rules, written comments may be
 submitted to the Public Body, but written comments will not be read aloud
 during Public Comment Time.

E. TimeAlEotted

 1. 30 minutes will be set aside at the beginning of every regular Village Board
 meeting agenda for Public Comment Time, unless that time period is
 extended by the Mayor or by a majority vote of the Village Board.

 2. 15 minutes wiii be set aside at the end of every Village Board meeting
 agenda for Public Comment Time, unless that time period is extended by
 the Mayor or by a majority vote of the Village Board.

 3. During meetings of Public Bodies other than the Village Board, the time set
 aside for Pub!ic Comment Time will be 15 minutes.

 4. No speaker may speak during the Public Comment Time for more than
 three minutes.

 5. A speaker who Is representing, or is speaking on behalf of, an Individua!,
 group, or association will not be allocated additional time regardless of
 whether they are speaking for or on behalf of multiple people.

 6. A speaker may not yield time to another speaker.

 7. The Presiding Officer may allow Village residents to speak before all other
 persons desiring to speak; provided that Village residents are subject to the
 same time limitations and time period restrictions as all other persons
 desiring to speak.

F. Speaker Guidelines and Reauirements

 1. Speakers must speak only from the podium designated for public speaking
 in the Village Board Chambers.

 2. Speakers may not approach the dais or hand out materials directly to
 members of the Public Body. Rather, any materials desired by a speaker to
 be distributed to the Public Body must be deposited with the Deputy Village
 Clerk or other applicable member of the Village Staff.

 3. The use of the Village's audio-visual/projector system for overhead displays
 or presentations is prohibited during Public Comment Time.



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 4. Each speaker must state their name in a clear manner so that it can be
 recorded in the minutes of the meeting.

 5. Speakers wi!! not be required to state their home address; however, the
 Presiding Officer may ask the speaker to state whether or not they are a
 resident of the Village.

 6. If a speaker is representing, or speaking on behalf of, an individual, group,
 or association, the speaker must disclose that representation.

 7. In the interest of promoting the efficient conduct of public business,
 speakers should refrain from repeating their own comments and comments
 that have previously been provided to the Public Body by other speakers.

 8. All public comments must be directed to the Presiding Officer and the
 members of the Public Body, and not to any member of the audience or to
 any member of the Village staff.

 9. All speakers should be respectful of the Public Body and the audience
 members, and should be courteous, polite, and civil.

 10. Members of the Village Board should be addressed by their elected office
 title: "Mayor," "Trustee," "Members of the Village Board."

 11. The Village values a diversity of opinions and perspectives and respectfu!ly
 requests that comments be free from hate, harassment, or derogatory
 language about people based on age, race, ethnicity, country of origin,
 sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, religion, income, political
 persuasion, or cultural practice.

 12. The following conduct shall be strictly prohibited by any speaker:

 a. conduct or speech that is imminently threatening to any person,
 that incites violence, or that is obscene;and

 b. conduct or speech that is disorderly and that disrupts or interferes
 with the ability of the Public Body to conduct the public meeting.

 13. As provided in Section llt.C.2 of these Rules, a speaker may speak only on
 a topic that is germane to matters within the specific purview and jurisdiction
 of the Public Body

 14. When a speaker has concluded their oral remarks, or the applicable time
 period has elapsed, the speaker must immediately leave the podium.

G. Enforcement by the Presidino Officer

 1. The Presiding Officer has the authority and the direction to strictly enforce



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 these Rules, and to do so in a fair and consistent manner.

 2. The Presiding Officer may interrupt a speaker in order to enforce these
 Rules, and may limit the comments or take the floor from any speaker who
 the Presiding Officer determines is violating these Rules.

 3. Any person that the Presiding Officer determines is violating any of these
 Rules may be required to terminate their comments and vacate the podium
 or be subject to other action as deemed necessary by the Presiding Officer.
 Additionally, the Presiding Officer or a majority of the members of the Public
 Body may require that person to leave the premises of the meeting.

H. Written Submissions

 1. Any person has the right to provide written comments to any Public Body or
 any other Village official by delivering the comments via email to
 Dubliccomments(a)skokie.orq or other email as designated by the Village.

 2. All written submissions received for the Public Body by 5:00 p.m. on the
 meeting day will be forwarded to the members of the Public Body prior to
 the commencement of the meeting.

 3. The Presiding Officer may, in the Presiding Officer's sole discretion, elect
 to read aloud any written comment received by the Public Body during a
 Public Comment Time of a public meeting, but has no obligation to do so.

Committee of the Whole of the Village Board

The Committee of the Whole is a committee of the Village Board and is intended to be a
forum for the Mayor and Board members to informally discuss items that may be
considered for formal action at a future public meeting of the Village Board. All meetings
of the Committee of the Whole are open to the public. Items that are listed on the agenda
for the Committee of the Whole may include presentations by staff and others who have
been invited to address the Committee. Members of the public are welcome to observe
the committee meeting, but there will be no opportunity for members of the public to speak
or present at the Committee meeting unless invited to do so by the Mayor, as the presiding
officer of the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to address the Mayor and
Village Board during the "Public Comment Time" portion of any Village Board meeting
regarding topics discussed at the Committee of the Whole meeting.




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 Village of Skokie

 Code of Conduct for Elected and Appointed Village Officials
 at Public Meetings
In accordance with Section _ of the Skokie Village Code, the Village Board has, by Resolution
duly adopted on _ 2026, approved this Code of Conduct governing elected
and appointed Village officials at public meetings.

These guiding principles, protocols and procedures for public meetings apply to members of the
Village Board and to members of all Village boards and commissions. They have been
established to promote and protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the
Village of Skokie by creating an efficient, effective forum and a positive and professional
atmosphere within which the business of the Village can be conducted.

The Village recognizes and appreciates that there will inevitably be divergent opinions and
disagreements among members of the Village's boards and commissions. This Code of Conduct
is intended to foster a culture of respect among elected and appointed officials, Village staff, and
members of the public, and to promote public confidence in Village governance, even in the face
of disagreement.

All public meetings must be conducted in accordance with the Illinois Open Meetings Act, these
protocols, and such additional, non-conflicting rules and regulations that may, from time to time,
be adopted by the Village Board, or by any board or commission.

For purposes of this Code, "Members" refers collectively to elected or appointed members of the
Village Board and appointed members of all Village boards and commissions.

I. GUIDING PRINCIPLES

 A. Members will represent their respective office and the Village with honesty, dignity
 and professionalism at all times.

 B. Members will build a capacity to work effectively together by:

 1. depersonalizing issues,

 2. listening to understand others,

 3. being respectful of other Members,

 4. recognizing that the Village represents all residents and community
 stakeholders,

 5. recognizing that all Members are smarter than any one Member,

 5. establishing a vision and setting goals, and

 6. building team expectations and teamwork.
 C. The good of the community is greater than the weight of any individual opinion or
 personal interest.

II. GENERAL STANDARDS OF DECORUM AND CONDUCT

 A. Chairperson. The chairperson has the responsibility and authority to facilitate and
 control the meeting. All members must respect the decisions of the chairperson.

 B. Use of Titles. Members should use titles when referring to other members, such as
 "Mayor" or "Trustee" or "Commissioner," and when addressing staff, such as
 "Manager" or "Director."


 C. Civiiity. Members should, at ail times, be respectful of each other, of staff, and of all
 visitors attending a meeting. All oral discourse should be polite and civil. Members
 should never be belligerent, impertinent, threatening, or disparaging. Comments of a
 personal nature are never appropriate. Procedural and substantive disagreements
 should be raised respectfully and in accordance with applicable rules and
 parliamentary procedures.

 D. Preparation for Meetings.


 1. Members should prepare for meetings in advance.

 2. Background and informational questions should be addressed with the Village
 Manager during working hours rather than during public meetings, unless the
 answers to such questions have an educationa! value of broad and genera!
 applicability.

 E. Focus on Business. Members should maintain focus on the matters of business before
 them, keeping in mind the principal role of each public body as policymakers and
 advisors, rather than administrators. Discussion of matters not relevant to pending
 business should be avoided.

 F. Respect for Each Other.

 1. Members should be respectful and courteous to one another during meetings,
 workhops, study sessions, and all other official interactions.

 2. Persona! attacks, insults, ridicule, or disparaging remarks directed at another
 Member are inconsistent with this Code and must be avoided.

 3. Members should listen attentively to one another and refrain from interrupting or
 speaking over others, except as permitted by the presiding officer to maintain
 orderly proceedings.

 4. Vigorous debate on matters of public policy may occur; however, disagreement
 should be expressed in a civil and professional manner.

 5. Criticism should be directed toward ideas, policies, or actions, and not toward the
 personal character, motives, or integrity of another Member.




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 G. Respect for Staff.

 1. Members should be respectful in every contact and communication with Village
 staff, recognizing the scope and weight of the staff's duties and responsibilities.

 2. Criticism of staff performance, when necessary, should be constructive and
 focused on Village business, and should be raised through appropriate channels.

 H. Respect for Speakers.

 1. Members should be fair, patient and respectful of all individuals who speak before,
 or make presentations to, the public body at public meetings or public hearings.

 2. No signs of partiality, prejudice, or disrespect should ever be evident on the part
 of any individual Member.

 3. Members shall not engage in sarcasm, ridicule, hostile gestures, or commentary
 directed at speakers.

 I. Meeting Conduct and Public Decorum

 1. Members should model appropriate behavior during meetings by adhering to
 applicable rules, procedures, and standards of decorum.

 2. Members should refrain from engaging in side conversations, distracting behavior,
 or conduct that detracts from the orderly conduct of the meeting.

 3. Electronic devices should be used in a manner that does not interfere with meeting
 proceedings or public perception of attentiveness.


By serving on the Village Board, or on a Village board or commission, each Member affirms a
commitment to uphold this Code of Conduct and to conduct the affairs of the Village of Skokie
with professionalism, mutual respect, and dedication to the public good.




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Plan Commission Report 7120 Laramie Avenue
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM May 4, 2026


To: Mayor and Board of Trustees
From: Paul Luke, Chairman
Re: 2026-02P: Site Plan Approval

PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION AND ANALYSIS
At the March 5, 2026 meeting of the Plan Commission, the request from Dov Shandalov
on behalf of Hillel Torah North Suburban Day School for Site Plan Approval with relief
for site and building improvements was recommended as APPROVED by a vote of 8
Ayes, 0 Nays, and 1 Absent.

The subject property is located along Laramie Avenue, just south of Touhy Avenue, and
is zoned R-2 Single Family Residential. The proposed project includes a 2,485 square
foot building addition, façade improvements along Laramie Avenue, landscaping
enhancements near the outdoor playground, enclosure of two existing interior
courtyards, and seal coating and restriping of the north parking lot. The addition will
accommodate administrative and security improvements, including new office areas, a
centralized reception area, and a secure vestibule at the main entrance.

The site will maintain its existing driveway configuration and student drop-off loop, with
39 on-site parking spaces and access to approximately 60 additional spaces through a
shared parking easement. Commissioners inquired about parking availability and traffic
conditions, and the petitioner confirmed that existing traffic management practices,
including coordination with the Skokie Police Department, will continue.

Relief is requested to permit 68 percent impermeable surface coverage where 50
percent is allowed; however, the site currently contains approximately 67.2 percent
coverage, and the request largely reflects existing conditions. Relief is also requested to
allow 8 bicycle parking spaces in lieu of the 35 spaces required by code. The Plan
Commission found both requests reasonable given the established site conditions and
the nature of school operations.

The petitioner explained that the addition will be constructed over existing paved areas
and that the enclosure of approximately 800 square feet of courtyard space will convert
underutilized areas into functional interior space.

Click here for the full Plan Commission packet with staff report and application materials



LEGAL NOTICE AND PUBLIC COMMENT

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Legal notice was properly posted, advertised, and delivered to all property owners in
the area of the subject site as prescribed by the Zoning Chapter. No one from the public
submitted comment or spoke regarding the case.

Click here for the meeting minutes

APPEARANCE COMMISSION
The Appearance Commission approved related Case 2026-011A as presented at its April
15, 2026 meeting. A Certificate of Appropriateness was issued for the proposal.

VOTING

ATTENDANCE AYES NAYS ABSENT
Shpayher (Second) X
Black X
Berman (Moved) X
Franklin X
Gevaryahu X
Witry X
Burman X
Mathee X
Luke X



ATTACHMENTS
1. Recommended Conditions
2. Proposed Positive Findings of Fact




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Plan Commission
Recommended Conditions 2026-02P: Site Plan Approval
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, May 4, 2026


Notwithstanding any use or development right that may be applicable or available
pursuant to the provisions of the Zoning Code, the approval granted pursuant to this
Ordinance is hereby expressly subject to, and contingent upon, the development, use,
and maintenance of the Subject Property in compliance with each and all of the
following conditions:

 1. No Authorization of Work. The approvals granted pursuant to this Ordinance do
 not authorize the development, construction, reconstruction, alteration,
 demolition, or moving of any buildings or structures on the Subject Property, but
 merely authorize the preparation, filing, and processing of applications for any
 permits or approvals that may be required by the codes and ordinances of the
 Village, including without limitation demolition and building permits.

 2. Compliance with Applicable Law. In addition to the other specific requirements
 of this Ordinance, the Subject Property, the Improvements, and all of the
 Applicant’s operations and activities conducted on and in the Subject Property,
 must comply at all times with all applicable federal, state, and Village statutes,
 ordinances, resolutions, rules, codes, and regulations, including all applicable fire
 prevention requirements.

 3. Compliance with Plans. The Subject Property must be developed, used, and
 maintained in substantial compliance with the plans prepared by______,
 consisting of ______ total sheets, submitted by the Applicant, and dated ______,
 20____, all of which are attached to, and by this reference incorporated into this
 Ordinance, as Exhibit______.

 4. Other Conditions.
 a. The petitioner shall develop the Subject Property in substantial
 conformance with the final Village-approved plans.
 b. All faded parking lot striping, ADA pavement markings, and wayfinding
 and parking signage on the Subject Property shall be replaced.
 c. Any existing easements on the Subject Property shall remain
 unobstructed. No structures, fencing, landscaping, or improvements
 shall encroach into recorded easement areas unless written
 authorization is provided by the easement holder.
 d. Installation of the proposed monument sign shown on the landscape
 plan shall be contingent upon receiving a Certificate of Appropriateness
 from the Village of Skokie Appearance Commission. The sign shall be
 installed only in the location depicted on the approved landscape plan.


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Plan Commission
Proposed Positive Findings of Fact 2026-02P: Site Plan Approval
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, May 4, 2026


 Consideration Finding
 The request is consistent with the intent of The Elementary and Middle/Junior High use
 the Comprehensive Plan. is located where the land use is intended to
 protect and encourage such a use.
 The request is harmonious with and does not The proposed use is harmonious with
 adversely affect adjacent properties. existing uses and proposed changes bring
 minimal to no impact to currently existing
 day to day operations for the school.
 The request is compatible with the existing or There will be no adverse effects created by
 allowable uses of adjacent properties the proposed use upon the adjacent
 properties.
 The request can demonstrate that adequate Adequate public facilities, including roads,
 public facilities, including roads, drainage, drainage, utilities, and police and fire
 utilities, and police and fire protection exist or protection, currently serve the existing
 will exist to serve the requested use at the school, and the proposed improvements
 time such facilities are needed. are limited in scope and will not create
 additional demand requiring expansion of
 such facilities.
 The request demonstrates adequate Adequate provision for maintenance of the
 provision for maintenance of the associated associated structures is demonstrated by
 structures. the request.
 The request has considered and, to the No adverse effects on the environment will
 degree possible, addressed the adverse be created by the proposed use and
 effects on the natural environment. additions. MWRD has determined that no
 additional volume control or detention
 measures are required as part of the
 increase in impermeable surface coverage
 The request will not create undue traffic Undue traffic congestions will not be
 congestion. created by the proposed use.
 The request will not adversely affect public There will be no adverse effects on the
 health, safety, and welfare. public health, safety, and welfare.
 The request conforms to all applicable The proposed addition and site
 provisions of this code, except where relief is modifications conform to all applicable
 granted with the request. provisions of the Zoning Code, except for
 the specific sections from which relief is
 requested as part of this application.



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Memorandum
Community Development Department
TO: John Lockerby, Village Manager

FROM: Johanna Nyden, AICP, Community Development Director
 Justin Malone, AICP, Neighborhood & Housing Coord./ CDBG Admin.

DATE: April 20, 2026

SUBJECT: Village Board Agenda Item, May 4, 2026
 CDBG Public Hearing #1: Program Year 2026 Applicant Presentations

Overview
As a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement community, the Village of
Skokie receives funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
annually to assist low/moderate-income Skokie residents with projects and activities to
improve their quality of life. Since its inception, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) has invested over $170 billion into communities nationwide, supporting
projects that foster local empowerment. The core purpose of the CDBG program is to give
communities the authority to decide how best to address their own unique needs through
community-driven decisions. In 2024, Skokie celebrated 50 years of participation with the CDBG
program, benefitting from over $25 million in funding for the community.

Background
Skokie’s primary method of involving citizens in the planning and project selection process
involves conducting three (3) public hearings each year. These are conducted in front of the
Village Board as a means to solicit ideas and suggestions from citizens. In April of each year, a
call for CDBG applications for the upcoming program year are made available for organizations
to apply via electronic or physical submission. The applications are advertised in the Village’s
e-newsletter, website, and newspaper. The first public hearing for the 2026-27 CDBG program
year will be conducted at the Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026.

Along with this memorandum is a list of the seventeen (17) organizations who applied for
funding this year along with a description of their projects or programs. Staff requests that
representatives of these agencies be at the first public hearing to make a brief presentation on
behalf of their funding applications. All applicants who have applied for CDBG funding will be
asked to limit their presentations to 2-3 minutes so that they may provide organizational or
personal background information in addition to their project requests.

The Village received $550,966 in funding through its entitlement grant for Program Year
2026/Fiscal Year 2027 (PY26/FY27), announced in early April. Proposals from both Village-
related projects and services as well as outside organizations total $990,728. The CDBG has a
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program cap of 20% for administrative funding and a cap of 15% for public service funding
(non-capital/non-construction expenditures) of the annual entitlement. There is no funding cap
on capital/construction projects. As funding requests for public service funding exceeds the
Village’s total capacity to fund from HUD’s entitlement, funding reductions will be necessary to
align with our budget expectations.

Next Steps
Final budget recommendations for the Village’s Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan will be
presented by staff at the Village Board meeting on Monday, June 15, 2026. The Board will then
submit their approval of the draft Action Plan before it is sent to HUD for final review and
submission.

To comply with the requirements of the public hearing process, the Village’s CDBG program will
be featured at the following Village Board meeting dates:

 • Monday, May 4, 2026- Staff presentation to briefly reiterate the objectives and priorities
 of the CDBG program, applicant presentations for the upcoming 2026 Program Year.
 • Monday, June 15, 2026- Staff presentation regarding funding recommendations within
 the funding budget and scope of the Annual Action Plan presented for Village Board’s
 consideration and approval.
 • Annual Action Plans must be submitted to HUD in time to allow for a 45-day approval
 process before the start of the 2026 Program Year on October 1, 2026.

Attachments: Overview of CDBG Proposals for PY26/FY27
 PY26/FY27 CDBG Applications

CC: Kate Portillo, AICP, Planning Manager
Overview of CDBG Proposals for PY26/FY27
Village of Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
4/20/2026
 PY26/FY27
 Funding Requests Estimated number of low-
 ($) to moderate- income
 Skokie residents served
Administration
 VOS - Program The Community Development Department is seeking funding to administer the Village’s CDBG Program, 60,000 N/A
 Administration and implement and monitor all projects, submit all required documentation to HUD, utilize software to more
 Planning efficiently and effectively administer the CDBG programming.
 VOS - Village Housing The Community Development Department is seeking funding for a consultant to complete a comprehensive 50,000 N/A
 Study Housing Gaps and Needs Assessment, analyze existing housing stock, review relevant policies, facilitate
 public engagement, and deliver a final report.

Housing
 VOS - Home Funding will be used to continue the Village's program of providing financial assistance for essential home 100,000 Goal: 8 Households
 Improvement Program repairs for Skokie eligible homeowners.


Infrastructure
 VOS - Street and Funding will be used to resurface Leclaire Ave (Golf Rd to north cul-de-sac), Weber Lane (Leclaire Ave to 197,620 Census Tracts: 806900-1
 Alley Resurfacing west cul-de-sac), Lamon Ave (Oakton St to Mulford St), Lacrosse Ave (Oakton St to Kirk St). Street (250 residents) and
 segments are located in Census Tract 806900, Block Group 1 (806900-1) and Census Tract 807700, Block 807700-1 (1,395
 Group 1 (807700-1), which are eligible low/moderate-income residential areas. residents)
 VOS - Sidewalk Funding will be used to provide grants to homeowners meeting low/moderate-income eligibility who are 3,000 Goal: 10 Households
 Replacement Program required to participate in the Village’s 50/50 sidewalk replacement program. Replacement activities will be
 focused in an area bound by Dempster St to the south, Church St. on the nouth, and the eastern and
 western Village limits. Low/moderate-income property owners are able to apply, on an individual basis, for
 CDBG funds to cover their 50% share.

Public Facility
Improvements
 AHS Family Health Funding will be used HVAC improvements at a health clinic in Skokie. 52,125 2,000 residents
1 Care Center
2 CJE SeniorLife Funding will be used for interior facility upgrades at low-income senior housing in Skokie. 96,433 200 residents
 Connections for the Funding will be used for improvements to supportive housing units in Skokie. 20,000 15 residents
3 Homeless
 Housing Opportunity Funding will be used for sewer line and boiler repairs at HODC supportive housing units in Skokie. 30,000 42 residents
 Development Corp
4 (HODC)
 North Shore Senior Funding will be used for LED lighting conversion at a senior services facility. 6,544 2,750 residents
5 Center
 Orchard Village Funding will be used to construct an enclosed canopy over an ADA entrance ramp at a social services 24,375 9 residents
6 building in Skokie.
7 Search360 Funding will be used for an ADA accessible hallway and bathroom at CILA home in Skokie. 33,750 6 residents
 SHORE Community Funding will be used for roof/skylight improvements at administrative facilities in Skokie. 75,000 17 residents
8 Services
9 Turning Point Funding will be used for interior facility repairs at a behavioral health care center in Skokie. 12,171 286 residents
10 WINGS Funding will be used for plumbing repairs at transitional housing units in Skokie. 33,600 18 residents

Public Services
 VOS - Social Worker Funding will be used to offset the costs for a Village Social Worker position. The Social Worker works with 63,610 890 residents
 low/moderate-income residents who need various types of case management, financial assistance,
1 counseling, and referrals.
 AHS Family Health Funding will be used for safety net dental services for eligible Skokie residents. 25,000 2,000 residents
2 Care Center
 Children's Advocacy Funding will be used for forensic advocacy services for child victims and witnesses of abuse 10,000 80 residents
 Center of North and
 Northwest Cook
3 County (CAC)
 Early Childhood Funding will be used for low-income family programs and childcare services 10,000 50 residents
4 Alliance
 JOURNEYS The Funding will be used for wrap-around social services at HOPE day center. 10,000 30 residents
5 Road Home
 Metropolitan Family Funding will be used for mental health services for Skokie residents. 10,000 65 residents
6 Services
 North Shore Senior  Funding will be used for social services for low-income older adults in Skokie 12,500 250 residents
7 Center (NSSC)
8 North West Compass Funding will be used for housing counseling & homelessness diversion for Skokie residents 15,000 50 residents
9 Open Communities Funding will be used for Fair Housing and housing counseling services in Skokie. 25,000 144 residents
 PEER Services Funding will be used for substance use treatement and prevention programs for Skokie teens and adults. 15,000 578 residents
10

 TRUE
 Total
 Request
 990,728
Memorandum
Community Development Department
TO: Johanna Nyden, AICP, Community Development Director

FROM: Justin Malone, AICP, Neighborhood & Housing Coord./ CDBG Admin.

DATE: April 20, 2026

SUBJECT: CDBG Housing Study Funding Request PY26/FY27

The Village of Skokie is seeking to utilize Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Administrative funds to complete a comprehensive Housing Gaps and Needs Assessment. This
study will evaluate current housing conditions, identify unmet needs, and recommend
strategies to address Skokie’s future housing demands, particularly related to affordability,
accessibility, and housing diversity.

The assessment will provide critical data to guide policy decisions, inform future development,
and ensure that housing initiatives align with the needs of current and future residents. The
study will also support the Village’s broader goals of promoting equitable housing
opportunities, accommodating population changes, and fostering a balanced and resilient
community.

To support this effort, a funding allocation of $50,000 is requested from the Program
Administration and Planning funds. Staff will develop a detailed scope of work and issue a
Request for Proposals (RFP) to retain a qualified consultant. The selected firm will conduct an
analysis of existing housing stock, review relevant policies and regulations, facilitate public
engagement, and deliver a final report with actional recommendations.

Please contact me if you require any additional information or further detail regarding this
request.




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Memorandum
Community Development Department
TO: Johanna Nyden, AICP, Community Development Director

FROM: Justin Malone, AICP, Neighborhood & Housing Coord./ CDBG Admin.

DATE: April 20, 2026

SUBJECT: CDBG Home Improvement Program PY26/FY27 Funding Request

Since the start of the 2025 Program Year (October 1, 2025), the Home Improvement Program
has successfully provided grant assistance to five (5) homeowners, supporting critical repairs
and housing stability. In addition, several applications are currently under review, and staff
continues to receive new inquiries, indicating sustained and growing demand for the program.

To maintain program capacity and meet anticipated demand, a funding allocation of $100,000
is requested for PY26/FY27.

Please let me know if you would like additional details regarding program outcomes or
projected needs.




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Memorandum
Eneineerine Division


To: Johany^i T^h^en, Com^-iunity Development Director

From:
 Russ Rietveld, P. E. director of Engineering


Date: February 27, 2026

Subject: CDBG Program
 FY27 Request
 Street Resurfacing




The Engineering Division has updated the analysis of existing pavements in the Village and has
identified the FY27 CDBG Street Resurfacing Program based on the condition of the streets and
alleys. The following street sections are in census tracts eligible for Community Development
Block Grant Funding.


TRACT STREET LENGTH fFT) SY COST

806900-1 LeclaireAve (Golf Rd to North Cul-de-sac) 951 3,170 $52,305
 Weber Lane (Leclaire Ave to west cul-de-sac) 632 2,297 $37,900

807700-1 Lamon Ave (Oakton St to Mulford St) 1,266 4,624 $76,296
 Lacrosse Ave (Oakton St to Kirk St) _632 1,886 $31,119

 Total = 3,481 FT 11,977 $ 197,620
 (0.66 mi)

I request that CDBG Funding in the amount of $200,000 be allocated to this resurfacing project in
FY27. This work will be included with the second Village resurfacing project. Please contact me
if you have any questions.




ec: Nick Wyatt, Assistant Village Manager
 Patrick Hastings, Director of Public Works
 Samantha Maximilllan, P.E., Senior Engineer
 Paul W. Ryan, P.E., Civil Engineer
 Justin IVIalone, CDBG Coordinator




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 2026 CDBG HIGH PRIORITY RESURFACING PROGRAM
 AREA 1 & 2
AREA 1 (5,467 SY) AREA 2
 (6,51 OSY)




 OAKTON




 LOUISE




 STREETS FOR RESURFACING
 MULFORD
LeCLAIRE AVE., GOLF RD. TO NORTH END
WEBER LN., LeCLAiRE AVE. TO WEST END
LAMON AVE., MULFORD ST. TO OAKTON ST.
LACROSSE AVE., K!RK ST. TO OAKTON ST.
Memorandum
Engineering Division

To: Justin Malonfi, CDBG Administrator

From: I")
 Russ Rietveld, P.E., Director of Engineering


Date: February 27, 2026

Subject: FY27 CDBG APPLICATION - STOEWALK REPLACEMENT PROGRAM


Public Works will continue its Sidewalk Replacement Program in FY27 and anticipates low/moderate-
income households needing assistance with their 50% share of the sidewalk replacement costs.
Replacement activities will be focused in an area bound by Dempster Street to the south, Church Street on
the north, and the eastern and western Village limits. There are also areas of sidewalk within the limits of
The Village of Skokie that will be replaced upon property owners request at a 50% share cost.

I request CDBG funding in the amount of $3,000 be allocated for our Sidewalk Replacement Program.
Please contact me if you have any questions.


CC: Bonnie Hennelly
 Samantha Maximilian, P.E., Senior Engineer
 Paul W. Ryan, P.E., Civil Engineer




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: HVAC-RTU Upgrade at AHSFHC Skokie Clinic

Project Location: 8800 N Lockwood Ave, Skokie


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $17,375
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $52,125

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $69,500



 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Asian Human Services Family Health Center
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 135942774
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Dr. Muhammad Paracha, MD., MPH, - Chief Executive Officer
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 6301 N Western Ave
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Chicago, IL, 60659
 Telephone Number: (773)-761-0010
 Fax Number: (773)-761-0009
 Email Address: mparacha@ahsfhc.org
 Organization website: www.ahsfhc.org




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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

AHS Family Health Center respectfully requests $52,125 in Skokie CDBG funds for facility improvement at 8800
N. Lockwood Avenue, Skokie location. The clinic served more than 2,000 patients annually for their primary,
dental and behavioral healthcare. An overwhelming majority of our patients are low-income, uninsured, older
adults, or young children. Our clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a safety net provider for
medically underserved families, including many immigrants and refugees. Our facility improvement aligns with
the Skokie Consolidated 2025 Plan to improve access to health and mental health services and public facility
improvements for Skokie residents. Additionally, the proposed project also aligns with improving facilities by
supporting construction and rehabilitation projects so organizations can provide affordable services.

Our HVAC systems at the Skokie clinic are over 15 years old and need to be replaced. We have experienced
interruption of services multiple times in last couple of years due to breakdown of HVAC systems at the proposed
location. Modern and new HVAC units improved indoor air quality, consistent temperature control for patients’
comfort, and increased energy efficiency to lower utility bills. Additionally, they reduce allergens, mold, and
humidity, thus fostering a healthier environment for patients.

We are replacing 5 rooftop units (RTUs) of HVAC in total as recommended by our HVAC technician. This
replacement will be completed within 12 months of funding. AHSFHC will conduct competitive bidding for all
elements of the proposed projects, with final contractor selection based on the quality of the proposal and their
experience in the field. We will obtain all necessary permits from the Village of Skokie, as required.

AHSFHC preselects quotation from Heating & Cooling, Inc. The total estimate for 5 HVAC installations is
$69,500 including city permits and crane services. AHSFHC will provide matching funds of $17,375 that is 25%
of total project cost, to ensure completion of project in time.

2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?

The Village of Skokie has allocated CDBG funding to AHSFHC Skokie clinic for several years since FY15, most
recently capital funding in 2025 with multiple components covered to improve exterior and interior elements to
improve our safety net clinic located in Skokie. In prior years, we have received Skokie CDBG Program funding
for parking lot improvements and the safety net Dental Clinic.


3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.
 No
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 B. Service Area
 1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.

AHS Family Health Center currently has four FQHC sites, two of which are located in Chicago's West Ridge
neighborhood, and one each in the suburbs of Niles and in the Village of Skokie. All four sites provide services to
Skokie residents. These sites provide primary care, behavioral health and dental services to the underserved along
with health education and other enabling services. Most of our patients reside in Cook County but some come from
outside Cook County seeking culturally and linguistically appropriate services at our facilities. Many patients come to
our clinic from Chicago and surrounding communities like Skokie, Niles, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Glenview,
Des Plaines, as well as from outside Cook County.


 2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?

Yes, we serve residents of the Village of Skokie. In 2025, we serve approximately 2,000 Skokie residents from Skokie
zip codes (60076, 60077, 60203).

 3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

AHSFHC operated within a fee for service model offering sliding fee discounts based on family income and size to
the uninsured and underinsured. AHSFHC accepts all patients regardless of their ability to pay, social status, race etc.

 4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?

AHSFHC operates one FQHC site in Skokie located at 8800 N. Lockwood Ave. This site offers integrated primary
care, behavioral health, and oral health services to area residents for both adults and children. This location also
provides health education and navigation services to enroll patients in public benefits like Medicaid.

 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?

AHSFHC operates the only FQHC safety net clinic in Skokie offering culturally appropriate and linguistically
comprehensive integrated healthcare services (primary, dental, behavioral healthcare) under the same roof.




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

 Integrated culturally and linguistically comprehensive primary, behavioral, and oral health services and
 enabling services to pediatric and adult patients.

2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 16,000 2,000 2,000
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 11,431 1,694 1,694

 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 18,795 2,804 2,804



 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
 AHS Family Health Center will meet our CDBG goals by improving access to affordable, high-quality
 primary care, behavioral health services and dental care for Skokie residents who are low-income, uninsured,
 or otherwise medically underserved. Our safety net dental clinic provides essential services—including
 preventive care, restorative treatment, and oral health education—to children, adults, older adults, and
 immigrants and refugee populations who often face significant barriers to dental care. We are the only safety
 net clinic providing oral health services to the underserved communities on a sliding fee scale basis.

 With CDBG support, we will strengthen the clinic’s capacity, ensuring that Skokie residents can receive care.
 We will meet our goals by maintaining and expanding service delivery, reducing deferred dental care among
 vulnerable populations, and ensuring that cost and access are not barriers to care. We will monitor progress
 through patient visit tracking, community outreach, and feedback from Skokie residents, and we will remain
 committed to advancing health equity through the delivery of accessible dental services.

4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve? 2,000

5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 x Yes
 No


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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget Portion
 Program Year 2026
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027) $16,583,403 $830,638 $52,125
 Program Year 2025
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026) $15,473,606 $590,971 $66,875
 Program Year 2024
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025) $14,808,133 $205,420 $25,000



2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $52,125
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $52,125
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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April 10, 2026



Village of Skokie Community Development Department
Attn: Justin Malone, CDBG Administrator
5127 Oakton Street
Skokie, Illinois 60077

Reference: Village of Skokie CDBG Program Year 2026 Application

Dear Mr. Malone:

CJE SeniorLife (CJE) is pleased to submit a Village of Skokie Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) application package for the 2026 Program
Year. We request $96,433 for an improvement project at CJE’s Skokie-based
Village Center subsidized senior apartment building for low-income older adults.

The funds will be used to carpet the hallways on Floors 2 through 7 of the
affordable housing site. The project will improve the environment for the benefit of
residents, their guests, staff, and other visitors, as well as prevent future hazards.

CJE is very grateful for the Village of Skokie’s prior CDBG awards, which have
enhanced the lives and well-being of our residents. We appreciate your
consideration of this request.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact David
Guthridge, Executive Director of Housing Management Services, at
David.Guthridge@cje.net or 773-681-7913 or Hannah Mackler, Senior Grants
Manager, at hannah.mackler@cje.net or 773-508-1151.

Sincerely,



Stacey Turner
Vice President & CFO

Encs.
Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: CJE SeniorLife Village Center Painting Project

Project Location: 5140 Galitz Street, Skokie, IL 60077


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $32,145
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $96,433

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $128,578



 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $0



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Council for Jewish Elderly dba CJE Seniorlife
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 076873082
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Stacey Turner, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 3101 West Touhy Avenue
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Skokie, IL 60645
 Telephone Number: 773-681-7913
 Fax Number: 773-262-2622
 Email Address: David.Gurthridge@cje.net
 Organization website: www.cje.net


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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

 CJE Seniorlife (CJE) seeks $96,433 in Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to
 recarpet the hallways on Floors 2 through 7 at CJE's Village Center subsidized senior apartment building at
 5140 Galitz Street in Skokie. Village Center is a 150-unit independent living affordable housing apartment
 building that is home to 185 mostly extremely low-income Skokie residents ages 62 or older. Occupants must
 meet U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 8 income requirements at initial
 occupancy. As people move out and in over the course of the year, we typically have a total of 200 unique
 residents in Village Center each year.

 Eighty-two percent of residents have annual household income of less than $15,000. Village Center is one of
 the few subsidized senior independent living apartment buildings in Skokie, has no vacancies, and 400 people
 are on its waiting list.

 New carpeting is badly needed at Village Center. We do not have a record of when floors 2-7 were last
 carpeted, but the carpeting is currently worn out and in some areas it is stained beyond what cleaning can
 remove. It is close to the point of becoming a hazard. Our goal is to proactively replace the carpet in order to
 protect our older adult residents from slips, trips, and falls. We also aim to improve the environment, which
 would benefit residents, their guests, staff, and other visitors. The project is in alignment with Skokie's goals
 to improve facilities and provide a better quality of life for low- and moderate-income Skokie residents.

 We expect project completion within six months of bid requests going out, assuming no problems with supply
 chains and contractor staffing issues.


2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?

 Yes, CJE has received CDBG funds before.

 The Village of Skokie CDBG program made the following awards to CJE sites including:

  $29,850 in Program Year 2025 for painting hallways on floors 2-7 at Village Center.

  $11,531 in Program Year 2024 to install LED lighting at Village Center.

  $20,400 in Program Year 2022 to purchase and install an intercom system at Robineau
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 Residence, a subsidized group home for low-income older adults.

  $15,000 in Program Year 2021 to purchase and install a boiler control system at Village
 Center, a subsidized apartment building for low-income older adults.

  $30,000 in Program Year 2019 for improvements in Village Center's community wing
 including upgrading the flooring, lighting, and kitchen; making the restrooms more senior-
 friendly and ADA compliant; and replacing hallway doors with fire-rated doors.

 CJE's former Lieberman Center for Health and Rehabilitation, which was sold in August 2021,
 received the following Skokie CDBG awards:

  $11,093 in Program Year 2018 for a laundry room heater replacement project.
  $25,000 in Program Year 2017 to remedy waste line problems under the kitchen floor.
  $20,000 in Program Year 2016 for the first phase of a kitchen floor resurfacing project.
  $20,000 in Program Year 2015 for a new commercial dishwasher for the dairy side of the
 kitchen.
  $15,000 in Program Year 2014 for the expansion of emergency generator coverage .

 CJE has also received CDBG funds from the cities of Chicago and Evanston.


3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.

No Skokie Community Development Block Grant funds will be used for research and development.

Service Area
4. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
 CJE's service area encompasses north side Chicago neighborhoods and the north suburbs including Skokie,
 Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Park Ridge, Glenview, Niles, Morton Grove, Lincolnwood, Deerfield,
 Wilmette, Glencoe, Winnetka, Kenilworth, and Prospect Heights.


5. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?

Yes, the program serves residents of the Village of Skokie. All Village Center residents are Skokie residents. In
addition, other Skokie and Chicago area residents who are not residents of Village Center participate in programs
at Village Center.

6. Describe any additional criteria for your program.
 The head of household must be at least age 62. Annual household income must be at or below the income
 limits prescribed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development at initial occupancy, which as
 of 2025 is a maximum of $67,150 for a one-person household and $76,750 for a two-person household at
 initial occupancy. Eighty-two percent of residents' annual household income is less than $15,000. Landlord
 references, credit, and criminal and sexual predator background checks are conducted.


7. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?
 CJE has two independent subsidized housing apartment buildings in Skokie -Village Center at 5140 Galitz
 Street, which has 150 apartments and 185 residents; and Krasnow Residence at 8901 Gross Point Road, which
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 has 48 apartments and 55 residents. That is in addition to CJE's group home, Robineau Residence, at 7550 N.
 Kastner Avenue. Robineau has 24 residents and 24 furnished rooms. The housing sites are for low-income
 adults ages 62 and older. Residents at all three buildings must meet U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
 Development Section 8 income requirements at initial occupancy.

 CJE's Village Center site houses CJE's My Go-To Place Center for Healthy Living (MGTP), a vibrant,
 exciting space for adults ages 62 and older. Since July, 172 Village Center residents and 212 other community
 members have participated in MGTP activities. Seniors gather there for stimulating programs, conversation,
 camaraderie, and supportive services. The Center's functional and flexible multi-room design encourages
 discussion and activities in both large and small group settings. The large MGTP community room has a
 capacity of 75, but seniors rotate in and out continuously for programs, so we can serve far more than 75
 every weekday. We hold exercise, big holiday and birthday gatherings, concerts, and other performances. The
 site also houses our Tech Lab where we hold iPad and iPhone classes and provide tutoring. We also conduct
 English as a Second Language classes. The library/lounge hosts conversation and caregiver groups. Our
 Community Services office holds clinical checkups for blood pressure and performs blood sugar testing.


8. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?
 Among other agencies that provide subsidized housing are the Chicago Housing Authority, Cook
 County Housing Authority, and Lutheran Social Services.




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B. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):
 The primary service provided to Village Center residents is the subsidized housing. Village Center has service
 coordinators available for residents free of charge thanks to a grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and
 Urban Development. The service coordinators provide needs assessment, referrals for services, and ongoing
 case management. They assist residents in applying for, recertifying, and advocating for government
 entitlements and assistance related to housing, utilities, Social Security, healthcare, food, and other assistance.
 Staff also plan and coordinate educational workshops, exercise classes, recreational activities, entertainment
 events, and outings. Additionally, residents can attend enrichment activities at My Go-To Place, held at
 Village Center, that are also open to other members of the community.


2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 200 200 200
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 185 185 185

 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 200 200 200



 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?

CJE will meet the CDBG goals via the CJE Seniorlife Village Center Carpeting Project. The project will improve
the environment at Village Center to the benefit of residents, their guests, staff, and other visitors.


4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?

The funds will improve the environment for Skokie residents at Village Center but will not impact the number of
residents living there.

5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 X Yes
 No
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E. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027) $2,1742,18 $128,578 $96,433
 Program Year 2025
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026) $2,110,891 $15,375 $11,531
 Program Year 2024
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025) $2,075,103 $0 $0



2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $96,433
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $96,433
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: Connections Supportive Housing–Chimney Repair at Hull,
 Chimney Repair and Concrete Sidewalk and Parking Pad Replacement at
 McCormick

Project Location: 4840 Hull Street and 8344 McCormick Street, Skokie, IL 60077

 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ 5,000
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ 20,000

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 25,000


 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $0

 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Connections for the Homeless
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 607213295
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Betty Bogg, Chief Executive Officer


 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: Betty Bogg, Chief Executive Officer
 Mailing Address 2: 2121 Dewey Avenue
 City, State, Zip: Evanston, IL 60201
 Telephone Number: 847-475-7070
 Fax Number: 847-556-6540
 Email Address: bbogg@connect2home.org
 Organization website: www.connect2home.org



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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

 Connections for the Homeless’ mission is to serve and catalyze our community to end
 homelessness, one person at a time. We serve as a safety net organization for North Suburban
 Cook County neighbors who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability, and need
 support to access or maintain safe, stable housing. Our proposal for CBDG funds is to
 address deferred maintenance in two Skokie properties that house people enrolled in our
 Permanent Supportive Housing program or Family Bridges program. The buildings are
 owned by Connections for the Homeless, and the apartments are used to house disabled,
 formerly homeless individuals or homeless families.

 Both buildings need new chimneys, and McCormick Street sidewalks and parking pad need
 to be replaced. We are requesting $20,000 to pay for these projects, and we will use matching
 funds to pay for staff time for project management and to cover unexpected cost-overruns.
 These projects have been on our wish-list for several years. Partnering with the Village of
 Skokie is our best, and maybe only, chance to get this work done, which will also enhance
 the value of the investment Skokie has already made to date with CDBG funds.

 Connections is the largest housing and homeless services organization in North Suburban
 Cook County. We serve hundreds of Skokie residents each year. We have more than doubled
 in size in the last five years, largely due to the support of numerous public funding partners
 (HUD, IDHS, IPHI, Cook County, other municipal sources, etc.). There is currently much
 more demand for affordable and subsidized housing opportunities than there are available
 resources. We maintain a waitlist of 90 individuals and families for our 60-bed non-congregate
 hotel shelter, and as of April 2026, we have 324 literally homeless people on our regional
 CoC’s Coordinated Entry list for housing. We also receive dozens of calls each week from
 people who are on the verge of losing their home and looking for a more affordable option
 they can maintain with their income. The impact of the Project will be preserving these
 desperately needed subsidized units, which house some of our most vulnerable neighbors in
 Skokie. The building will continue to serve the community for decades to come.




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2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?

 Connections for the Homeless has received CBDG funding:

 • Village of Skokie – PY 10/1/25-9/30/26, kitchen remodel project at McCormick -
 $30,000
 • Village of Skokie - CDBG-CV pandemic-era Rental Assistance funding -$320,000
 • City of Evanston – CDBG-CV pandemic-era Rental Assistance funding - $500,000
 (January 11, 2021-December 31, 2022, extended to June 30, 2023)
 • Evanston CDBG-CV Food $80,000 + $150,000 (January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2023)
 • City of Evanston: we had been regular grantees for CBDG funding via the Evanston
 Community Services Committee, formerly the Mental Health Board. They supported our
 Drop-in Centers, Outreach and Health program activities with CDBG funds, as well as
 direct assistance for youth. $250,000 for CY25.

 City of Evanston CDBG for Drop In/ MHB/HS for EP MHB/Human
 CDBG Funding Summary Outreach/Health Outreach/health Services for Youth
 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 $ 120,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 52,500.00
 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024 $ 100,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 52,500.00
 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023 $ 100,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00
 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022 $ 50,000.00 $ 100,000.00
 Sub-totals by program $ 370,000.00 $ 130,000.00 $ 255,000.00
 Total CDBG $ 755,000.00



3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.

 No.




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B. Service Area
1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.

 CFTH service area includes the suburbs of northern Cook County. This includes the City of
 Evanston and townships of Barrington, Elk Grove, Hanover, Maine, New Trier, Niles,
 Northfield, Palatine, Schaumburg and Wheeling. Zip codes are: 60004, 60005, 60006, 60007,
 60008, 60009, 60010, 60011, 60016, 60018, 60025, 60026, 60038, 60053, 60055, 60056,
 60062,60067, 60068, 60070, 60074, 60076, 60077, 60078, 60089, 60090, 60091, 60093,
 60094, 60095, 60107, 60120, 60133, 60159, 60168, 60169, 60172, 60173, 60179, 60192,
 60193, 60194, 60195, 60196, 60201, 60202, 60203, 60204, 60712, 60714

2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?
 Yes. Skokie residents have been served by the following Connections programs:
 • Permanent Supportive Housing Programming for Individuals, Families, and
 Transition-Aged Youth, which provides subsidized housing (in apartments and homes
 throughout the region), and intensive case management support for households where
 the head of household has a diagnosed behavioral health or physical health condition.
 • Family Bridges Program which offers shelter and wraparound supports, including
 housing navigation and case management, for large households in various apartments
 throughout the region, including 2 located in Skokie, IL.
 • Non-Congregate Shelter Program located in Evanston that serves the entire North
 Suburban Cook County Region. This program serves individuals, families, and
 households and includes designated beds for specialized populations, including:
 Transition-Aged Youth (18-24 years old) and individuals recovering from an acute
 medical condition (through Medical Respite Care).
 • Street Outreach and System Navigation for individuals, young people, and
 households literally experiencing homelessness, including essential supply and
 resource distribution, as well as linkages into shelter and other supportive services,
 such as services offered at our Drop-in Centers.
 • Drop-in Centers which offer critical services to address basic needs such as food
 from our food pantries, clothing, personal hygiene equipment, healthcare essentials,
 free medical care, showers, laundry, and essential ongoing Community Case
 Management.
 • Free Behavioral Health and Physical Health Services for literally homeless
 persons, including free clinics at our Drop-in and Shelter projects, as well a linkage to
 a medical home.
 • Short-Term Housing Subsidy Programming which links households to supportive
 case management for a 2-year period as they stabilize, build wealth, and transition
 into a longer-term housing solution. Included in this programming are projects for
 specialized populations including: specified residential status, families with school
 aged children, transition-aged youth (18-24 years old), households fleeing from
 domestic violence, and households re-entering into the community following
 discharge from correctional facilities. This includes a 6-unit transitional housing
 project located in a neighboring community for young people between the ages of 18-
 24).


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 • Homelessness Prevention Programming, which aims to keep households at risk of
 an eviction, housed, by way of short-term infusions of back rent and other household
 costs. This program is provided in-partnership with local partners and municipal
 funders, including Niles Township Government.
 • Shelter Diversion Programming, which screens households for short-term financial
 support to sustain housing solutions with non-household related costs, who would
 otherwise become homeless.

3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

 Our core philosophies of care are Housing First, Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Care,
 and Positive Youth Development. A current that runs through these philosophies is “meeting
 people where they are at.” Thus, we make every effort to not create barriers to service with
 additional criteria, other than meeting compliance with funders. However, generally, our
 participants have low- or no-income, and some programs have age restrictions for serving
 youth or require a disability determination to be eligible, such as Permanent Supportive
 Housing.

4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?

 All programming is available to Skokie neighbors, unless specified through a project with
 another municipality. Specific to this funding request are the two 2-unit properties
 Connections owns in Skokie. Both serve individuals and families who are part of the
 Permanent Supportive Housing program for formerly homeless people with disabilities, or
 Family Bridges, for homeless families.

 Connections regularly serves individuals and families from over 90 communities – Skokie is
 always number two on the list, after Evanston. We serve the most Skokie neighbors through
 our Homelessness Prevention and Shelter Diversion Programs, along with Drop-In, Youth
 Street Outreach, Emergency Shelter and Permanent Supportive Housing. The Homelessness
 Prevention Program supports over 100 Skokie neighbors a year to help them remain housed.
 Since the pandemic, Connections has infused nearly $2,000,000 of rental, mortgage, and
 utility assistance into Skokie households who otherwise may have become homeless since
 May of 2020. Eligible households for this program must have a demonstrated crisis which
 articulates their barrier to otherwise pay for their housing. Some of this support was by-way
 of CDBG-CV funds administered through the Village of Skokie during the COVID-19
 pandemic, continued funding for this project is by-way of the Illinois Department of Human
 Services, Office to Prevent and End Homelessness.

5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?

 There is no other agency that provides the depth and breadth of services for housing insecure
 Skokie neighbors, as Connections. As described in services offered to Skokie residents
 above, we meet households where they are at, to support, stabilize, and succeed.

 We work very closely with Niles Township Government, which operates a Respite Program
 located in Skokie which has alike services to our Drop-in Program. Our Street Outreach
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 Specialist and Dedicated Assessor provide regular engagement within the Respite Program
 ensuring linkage to housing supports in our region. We also work closely with Niles
 Township Government to operate our Homelessness Prevention Program.

C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

• Outreach - Connections has a robust outreach program that includes both street-based and
two drop-in centers, mainly supported by IDHS and Evanston ESG funds.
• Advocacy – Case managers and prevention and resource specialists advocate for
participants with any third-party entity, such as Social Security or other bureaucracies, to assist
them in getting their needs met and make progress towards goals. These activities are supported
by numerous IDHS, HUD, Cook County, DCEO, and City of Evanston grants, among other
funders.
• Counseling (i.e. Life Skills, Family, Domestic Violence) – Participants receive
counseling and life skills training in areas related to their goals by members of the prevention
team and are referred to community partners and providers if more intensive mental health,
substance use, domestic violence or other types of counseling are necessary.
• Mental Health Services – Participants have access to Connections’ full time BH
Specialists for assessment and counseling services. Connections also partners closely with local
community mental health providers (Trilogy BH, Erie Family Health Center, Open Studio
Project Inc, Josselyn Center) that offer on-site support at out outreach center and shelter on a
regular basis. Health service activities are funded by IPHI, the City of Evanston Social Services
Funding, IDHS and private sources.
• Alcohol/SUD Services – Participants who struggle with SUD are referred to PEER
Services in Evanston and other community providers throughout the metro area. Connections
also partners with Live4Lali around opioid education and Narcan training.
• Health/Dental Services – participants are linked into our medical program mostly through
Drop-in and Shelter. For longer-term care, participants are referred to Erie Family health. Health
service activities are funded by IPHI, the City of Evanston Social Services Funding, IDHS,
BCBS and private sources.
• Adult Basic Education / GED Services – Connections provides financial assistance to
support participants in their educational pursuits. We also refer to community partners for classes
and workshops (particularly at the Howard Area Community Center).
• Job Preparation / Job Placement / Employment Services – Direct service staff offer
employment preparation and support. Participants can also access employment support with
Interfaith Action of Action. Connections was awarded a Home Illinois Workforce Pilot grant, a
partnership between the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO),
the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness (IOPEH) and the Illinois Interagency Task
Force on Homelessness. The pilot has been operating for almost a year, and has been very
successful in engaging Connections’ participants from several programs.
• Transportation – we will provide transportation assistance for participants via Ventra
cards. Direct transportation is available, based on level of mobility.
• Child Care/Children’s Services – Connections refers families to other agencies in the
region that provide child care services. Case managers support families in connecting their
children to the health, education, and intervention services they need.

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• Housing Location/Inspection – We have two FT Housing Resource Specialists who are a
part of the Prevention team that help assist households in identifying appropriate housing options
based on unique needs. The HRSs maintain a database of housing options in the region and
cultivate relationships with property managers and landlords in the north suburban region. This
work is supported by IDHS, the City of Evanston ESG and the Village of Skokie.
• Legal Services – We refer clients to Legal Aid Chicago, the James B. Moran Center, or to
one of the many private attorneys in our network of supporters.

2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Total Skokie Total Skokie
 Persons Residents Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 5000 240 15
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present (CY25) 5001 246 8
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 (CY24) 4610 224 0


 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?

 Connections shares Skokie’s CDBG program goals, and through all of our programs, we aim to
 provide a better quality of life for no-, low- and moderate-income residents. This project will
 preserve some of the only permanent supportive housing units and homeless shelter in the
 Village of Skokie, and given our long-term successes on similar projects in the region, we are
 committed to serving as collaborative and reliable partners in our mutual efforts to make housing
 affordable, accessible and sustainable. Our program staff and leadership provide steady support
 and linkage to the Village of Skokie’s Human Services Division, Police Department, as well as
 numerous other Skokie-serving community partners like Turning Point, PEER Services, and The
 Harbour. Connections is described as a key partner in delivering goals described in the Village’s
 2025 – 2029 Consolidated Plan.

4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?

 CDBG will ensure deferred maintenance is completed within units of households who might
 otherwise be homeless, or displaced to a different community. Keeping households
 (particularly with children), connected into their communities of choice, particularly as well-
 resourced as a community as Skokie, is critical to the success of these enrolled households.
 This project will support current households, but of course, there is turnover in project

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 participants as they move through stages of self-sufficiency. The average length of stay in
 our PSH units is 9 years. The average length of stay in our Family Bridge units is 11 months.
 The completion of this project will support future Skokians with an opportunity to stabilize
 and contribute back into their larger community.

5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 X Yes
 No

D. Staff for Funded Program
1. Total number of staff employed by agency for this program:

 a. Full-time 0.3FTE (supported as a portion of Case Managers’ time and a portion of the
 Program Manager’s time)
 b. Part-time 0
 c. Volunteers Connections Volunteer Program supports all direct service programs on an
 as-needed basis for assistance with moving, furniture installment,
 community-building activities and more. Our Volunteer Program has
 more than 1500 active volunteers per year.


2. Provide the name of the staff member who will be coordinating the CDBG grant with the
 Village (i.e. completing reports, submitting invoices, monitoring visits, etc.):

 Name, Title: Kelsey Caspersen, Senior Director of Compliance and Government
 Investment
 Phone Number: 847-475-7070 x114
 Email Address: kcaspersen@connect2.home.org



3. How long has the staff member identified above been with the agency?

 3 years




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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Agency Program Skokie CDBG
 Program Year
 Budget Budget Portion
 Program Year 2026 $ no substantial
 $76,243 $ 20,000
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027) change
 Program Year 2025
 $16,280,882 $74,844 $ 30,000
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026)
 Program Year 2024
 $ 13,256,557 $73,500 $0
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025)


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $ 20,000
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $ 20,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: HODC Skokie Supportive Housing Repairs

Project Location: 8218 Kilpatrick, 8519 Niles Center Road


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ 10,000
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ 30,000

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 40,000


 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $0



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Housing Opportunity Development Corporation
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 135659253
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Richard Koenig, Executive Director
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 5340 Lincoln Ave
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Skokie, IL 60077
 Telephone Number: 847-564-2900
 Fax Number: 847-564-2992
 Email Address: rkoenig@hodc.org
 Organization website: www.hodc.org

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 Application
 Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
 Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

 All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
 have any questions.

 A. Program
 1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)
CDBG funds are requested for 2 supporitve housing properties to make repairs that are outside of the project budget and reserves.
This includes repairing a sewer line that has deteriorated and replacing an old boiler. The purpose is to proactively ensure the security
of extremily low income tenants with disabilities who are living in the buildings while maintaining affordable rents.
 2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?
HODC has received CDBG funding in the past including from Skokie in Program Years 2010, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022,
2023. HODC also received CDBG funding from the City of Evanston in Program Year 2014 and Program Year 2017.

 3. Will any funds be used for research and development? no
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.




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 B. Service Area
 1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
HODC's primary service area includes the following 16 communities: Park Ridge, Evanston, Lincolnwood, Skokie, Niles, Morton Grove,
Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Kenilworth, Glenview, Northfield, Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park and Highwood. HODC currently
manages affordable housing developments in Evanston, Skokie, Niles, Glenview, Northfield, Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park.
 2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?
Yes, 100% of the people served under this program are Village of Skokie residents.


 3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.
All tenants living in these properties must have a disability and qualify as extremely low-income under the income limits from the
US Department of Housing and Urban Development.

 4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?
HODC has our main offices in Skokie and provides property management for six apartment buildings located in Skokie.
Two buildings provide affordable two-bedroom apartments for families and another four buildings provide affordable permanent
supportive housing for people with disabilities.
 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?
There are no other organizations with the express mission of developing and managing affordable housing to low- to moderate-income
households working in the same geographic area as HODC.




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 C. Program Client Statistics
 1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):
HODC provides property management services to low income residents in our affordable rental properties. To improve
lives, HODC employs Service Coordinators to bridge the gap between disabled tenants who need assistance and
supportive services to meet those needs.
 2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 (proposed upcoming Program Year) 42 42 42
 October 1, 2025 – present 42 42 42
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 42 42 42


 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

 3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
By making these repairs, we will improve living conditions for current tenants and promote a culture of care for the
building as a whole among the tenants.

 4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?
Receiving CDBG funds will increase HODC's capacity to continue serving Skokie residents for years to come.


 5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 Yes
 No




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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027) $3,210,383 $40,000 $30,000
 Program Year 2025
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026) $2,525,740 $0 $0
 Program Year 2024
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025) $1,981,390 $0 $0


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $0
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $0
 Rent** $0
 Utilities** $0
 Construction/Rehabilitation $ 40,000
 Other administrative costs $0
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $ 40,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement and/or (B)
Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: Capital Improvements for North Shore Senior Center

Project Location: 161 Northfield Rd, Northfield, IL 60093


 Construction/Rehabilitation Project Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 59,487


 Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $ 6,544



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: North Shore Senior Center
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 131214538
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Tish Rudnicki, Executive Director & President of the Board




 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing, or
 misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 161 Northfield Rd
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Northfield, IL 60093
 Telephone Number: 847-784-6027
 Fax Number: 847-784-6089

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 Email Address: trudnicki@nssc.org
 Organization website: www.nssc.org


Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you have any
questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and goals.
 Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several components, please
 prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

 North Shore Senior Center (NSSC) is seeking support to complete capital improvements at
 our main facility in Northfield. This would entail converting facility lights to LED for energy
 efficiency, installing automatic door openers on the bathrooms to facilitate entry for the older
 adults we serve, tuckpointing the building exterior, and repairs to the building’s façade. In
 2000, NSSC converted a warehouse space into a gathering place for thousands of
 members and visitors. After 25 years, repairs and improvements are needed to ensure the
 continued safety and comfort of members, visitors, and staff. Costs include both materials
 and labor.

 • LED lighting: replace lighting throughout the NSSC’s main facility with LED fixtures.
 This work will reduce energy consumption, improve light quality/consistency, and
 lower ongoing maintenance by installing long-life LED lamps/retrofit solutions.
 • Automatic bathroom doors: install automatic, touchless openers on four restroom
 doors throughout the facility. As a senior center serving thousands of older adults,
 many of which have mobility issues, this will greatly facilitate access to restrooms
 throughout the building.
 • Tuckpointing: complete tuckpointing work on the southeast side of our building to
 stop water filtration and repair existing water damage to masonry.
 • Façade repairs: replace sealants and repair the EIFS (exterior insulation finishing
 system) on various points on the building’s exterior.

 The funds requested from the Village of Skokie are 11% of total project costs, which is the
 proportion of total NSSC clients that are Skokie residents over the past five years. In
 addition to the requested funds from the Village of Skokie, matching funds for the remainder
 of this project (89% of total project costs) will be provided by NSSC operational funds.

 NSSC serves over 25,000 older adults each year through a comprehensive suite of
 services, including social services, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s
 disease and related dementias, care management, money management, therapeutic
 counseling, caregiver support, education and wellness programs, social gatherings, and
 volunteer opportunities. To date in PY2026, NSSC has connected with over 1,800 Skokie
 residents, more than any other community in NSSC’s service area, through our Senior and

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 Family Services department, Lifelong Learning Department, and House of Welcome
 dementia-specific programs; by the end of the Program Year we expect to reach
 approximately 2,850 Skokie residents in total.


2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked with (including
 Skokie)?
 NSSC has received CDBG funding from the Village of Skokie and the City of Evanston.


3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.
 No.




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):



2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary purpose of
 the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:


 Total Skokie
 Total Skokie
 Total Persons Residents
 Residents
 Served Served by
 Served
 CDBG Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 26,000 2,850 2,750
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 17,199 1,803 1,803
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 31,825 3,132 3,132


 2024 Income Limits Household Size
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the household. The
 extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a householder has one or more
 other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by birth, marriage, or adoption.



3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?

 The proposed capital improvements to NSSC’s facility will improve NSSC’s ability to serve
 Skokie residents through social services, Lifelong Learning programming, and House of
 Welcome services.

 A safe and accessible facility is a critical part of serving older Skokie residents. NSSC’s
 Northfield facility includes classrooms, library, secondhand store, fitness center, art studio,
 and café, which are used by thousands of visitors every year, including many Skokie
 residents. The building also houses office space for NSSC’s 121 employees, including
 Senior and Family Services staff. This team provides social services to Skokie residents that
 support their ability to remain in their home and community. By implementing capital
 improvements such as new lighting, automatic bathroom doors, and exterior repairs, NSSC
 can ensure a functional and comfortable space for visitors, members, and staff.

 Lifelong Learning programs not only offer opportunities for continuing education, but also
 provide much-needed socialization opportunities for older adults. Even after the pandemic,
 the effects of social isolation remain: per a Univ. of Michigan study, over 1/3 of older adults
 report feeling socially isolated - an increase of 25% over pre-pandemic levels - irrespective
 of race, income, or location. LL programs provide meaningful connections through
 programs, support groups, and social clubs that meet at NSSC’s welcoming facility. In the
 most recent participant survey, 93% of LL participants agreed that LL programs increased

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 their socialization by seeing and making new friends. By providing updated technology that
 works without interrupting these programs, NSSC can continue to offer social opportunities
 and education programming to Skokie residents.

 HOW Adult Day Services provides specialized programs for people living with dementia and
 their family caregivers. HOW programs provide cognitive engagement, social connections,
 and exercise that are essential for people living with dementia and the support and
 connections to resources that are important for their care partners and loved ones. Skokie
 residents make up 18% of participants of Mind Matters, HOW’s award-winning program
 exclusively for people with early memory loss and mild cognitive impairment, which was
 relaunched in October 2024. Additionally, participants’ caregivers can access robust support
 including personalized tools, supportive counseling, respite, and other resources. Mind
 Matters meets twice weekly at our Northfield facility, and as with the other services
 highlighted above, improvements to this building will increase the safety and comfort of
 participants in this and other HOW programs.


4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?


5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 Yes
 No




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Commvmty Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program


Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.


Name for Proposed Project or Service: Canopy cover for front steps of Orchard Academy


Project Location: 7669 Marmora



 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ 8,125

 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $24,375

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $32,500

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 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $




 Contact Informatioa

 Organization Name: Orchard Village

 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 010302305
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)

 Contact Name, Title: Marlene Hodges, EVP S^ CFO

 Signature: ^Uti^ ^>^d ^' /^ • ^^ ^
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.


 Mailing Address 1: 7660 Gross Point Road

 Mailing Address 2:

 City, State, Zip; Skokie, IL 60077

 Telephone Number: 847-583-7731

 FaxNumber:847-967-1801

 Email Address: Marlene_Hodges@OrchardVillage.org

 Organization website: www.OrchardViHage.org


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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

Ail items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.


A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

 Orchard Village operates a high school transition program called Orchard Academy.
 Orchard Academy frequently serves students with significant physical and/or
 behavioral challenges. There are steps and a handicap ramp up to the front door of
 Orchard Academy. In winter and in inctement weather it is impossible to keep the
 steps and ramp safe. An enclosed canopy that covers both the steps and the ramp is
 needed.



2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?

 Over the past 15 years Orchard Village has received CDBG funding only from the
 Village of Skokie.


3. Wilt any funds be used for research and development? No
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.




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B. Service Area
1. Describe your agency s service area, listing any municipalities served.

 Orchard Academy serves students from Skokie and the surrounding school districts.



2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?


 Yes

3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

 Students whose tEP requires specialized services and whose home school district was not
 able to accommodate their needs.



4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?


 Orchard Academy works with students to prepare them for life on their own (if possible)
 after high school - including Job training and job readiness, personal accounting with cash
 management, meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, and using public
 transportation.



5. Arc there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?


 Niles Township Special Education, Keshet and Little City




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):


 Job readiness preparation, daily interaction with community businesses and services, meal
 planning and preparation including grocery shopping, financial planning and cash
 management, social skills, physical fitness, arts and creative arts.

2. Complete the following fable for low- and moderate-iucome persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excludmg complimentary services such as referrals:


 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 " September 30, 2027 15 5 9
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1,2025 - present
 15 3 3

 May 1, 2024 ~ September 30, 2025 13 3 3



 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Lo^/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $H1,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older wiw contribute to the
 household The extremely low, very Sow. and low income Umits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.



3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?

 The Skokie CDBG funding will provide a safer working environment for the staff and
 students.

4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?
 2-3



5. Would this program exist without CDBG fuodiug?
 (Select one)
 Q^Yes
 D No




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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 $14,700,000 $1,750,000 $100,000
 (Oct 1,2026-Sept. 30, 2027)
 Program Year 2025
 $13,928,000 $1,347,000 $90,000
 (Oct 1,2025-Sept. 30, 2026)
 Program Year 2024
 $12,903,000 $958,000 $80,000
 (May 1,2024-Sept. 30, 2025)



2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):



 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount


 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $690,000

 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehab i 1 itation

 Other administrative costs

 Please specify:


 Total CDBG Request $24375
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates wll be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement wil/ be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: Accessible Hallway and Bathroom at Samoset CILA Home

Project Location: 9119 Samoset Trail, Skokie, IL 60076


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ 11,250
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ 33,750

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 45,000


 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $ 33,750



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Search360
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 014186936
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Cory Gumm, Chief Executive Officer
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 1925 N Clybourn Ave, Floor 2
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Chicago, IL 60614
 Telephone Number: (773) 305-5000
 Fax Number: (773) 305-0739
 Email Address: tgrogan@search360.org
 Organization website: www.search360.org

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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

  Search360 (formerly Search Inc., or Search) respectfully requests funding to renovate a bathroom and widen
  two doorways to create an accessible hallway at our Community Living home located at 9119 Samoset Trail
  in Skokie. Search's Community Living Program (CLP) currently operates 28 community-integrated living
  arrangements (CILAs) for 170 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the goal of
  supporting full, meaningful and active lives in the community. Search360 ensures the health, safety and well-
  being of those who participate in the program through the delivery of 24/7 support services.

  Search has 13 homes located in Skokie, the most of any community we are based in, supporting over 80
  people annually. The Samoset residence is home to 6 men with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  (I/DD). The request for a bathroom renovation would allow our Samoset residents to more easily access and
  ambulate in the bathroom as they continue to comfortably age in place. Samoset is home to three men who
  are aging, and has been identified as a priority home to renovate to allow for wheelchair accessibility and
  maximum independence as the men in the home age. The widening of the two doorways will make the
  hallway ADA-accessible and allow for wheelchair users to comfortably move throughout the home.

  Search has a large aging population, as we opened in 1968 and many of the people we support have been
  with us throughout that time. In addition, the improvements in care for people with disabilites have caused
  them to live longer lifespans, creating increased needs for specialized support, well-trained staff and
  accessible homes. We have already created two homes designed specifically for our aging population, and
  Samoset has been identified as the next home to modify for this purpose. Your support will allow the home
  to facilitate independence and have the men live comfortably there for years to come.

2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?

 Yes, Search has previously received CDBG funds, from the Village of Skokie, Cook County and the
 Village of Mount Prospect. We have partnered with the Village of Skokie for over two decades through the
 CDBG program. Past projects have focused on both energy efficiency (window, door, and roof replacement
 projects) and accessibility (bathrooms, ramps, etc).


3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.


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 B. Service Area
 1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.

 Search's CLP operates 28 residences in Skokie, Morton Grove, Mount Prospect and Chicago. Our Community
 Day Services are provided in Mount Prospect, Evanston and the Chicago neighborhoods of Norwood Park and
 Lincoln Square.

 2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?

 Yes, our CLP supports approximately 80 Skokie residents annually. The Samoset residence is home to six men
 with I/DD, many of whom have been residents of Skokie for years.

 3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

 Search supports people aged 18 or older who have a verified diagnosis of an intellectual or developmental
 disability.

 4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?

 Search operates 13 CILA homes in Skokie, representing nearly half of our CLP.

 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?

Yes, there are other agencies who operate homes in the same service area, including Orchard Village and Shore
Community Services. The State of Illinois currently has a waitlist of nearly 7,000 people seeking services for
people with I/DD, creating a great need for supports such as ours.

Search is well known for its beautiful, well-maintained, personalized homes and for the rich community
integration activities that are provided to participants. Additionally, we have a robust in-house behavioral health
department with 12 clinicians: three Board-Certified Behavior Analysts, four Behavior Therapists, and five
Psychotherapists, in addition to our Division Manager of Behavioral Health. The combination of both
psychotherapy and behavioral health support is a combination that is less common in other providers and allows
us to achieve our goal to maximize time spent in the community for those we support.




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 C. Program Client Statistics
 1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

 People in Search's community homes receive residential support services (housing, meals and support with
 daily living) on a daily basis, 365 days a year. People also receive comprehensive case management, medical
 and behavioral health services, in addition to recreational outings.

 2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 170 80 6
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 170 80 16

 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 165 85 8



 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

 3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?

 Search's Physical Plant Manager, Shawn Kirby, will ensure that we meet our CDBG goals. Shawn has
 extensive experience in guiding construction and rehabilitation projects, including many years of successfully
 executing CDBG grants. In addition, our Development Manager, Trina Grogan, has three years of experience
 overseeing CDBG projects and will assist our Physical Plant Manager throughout the process.

 In collaboration with Village of Skokie staff, Shawn will develop and finalize the scope of work, select a
 contractor, and continue to oversee the project.


 4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?

 The funding would not allow Search to serve any additional Skokie residents. The bathroom remodel would
 allow us to continue to serve our current residents as they age-in-place.


 5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
X Yes No

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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 $11,250 $45,000 $33,750
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027)
 Program Year 2025
 $42,000 $168,000 $126,000
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026)
 Program Year 2024
 $7,500 $30,000 $22,500
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025)


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $33,750
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $33,750
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: WINGS Hot Water/Plumbing Improvements

Project Location: WINGS Skokie Apartments


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $11,200
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $33,600

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 44,800


 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: WINGS Program, Inc.
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 009294406 UEI: URWMBJDBGE03
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Luticia Fiorito, Director of Grants
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: P.O. Box 95615
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Palatine, Illinois 60010
 Telephone Number: 847.519.7820 x 229
 Fax Number: 847.519.7821
 Email Address: lfiorito@wingsprogram.com
 Organization website: https://wingsprogram.com/

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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)



 Please see additional page



2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?

 Yes, WINGS appreciates the CDBG funding from the Village of Skokie funding for security and
 safety improvements at its Skokie Apartments. WINGS also has received CDBG funding from
 Cook County, Arlington Heights, Cicero, Hanover Park, Mount Prospect, Palatine and
 Schaumburg.



3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.
 No




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B. Service Area
 1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
 WINGS is based in northwest Cook County and primarily serves clients in Cook County,
 including the city of Chicago. However, WINGS serves anyone fleeing domestic violence and
 their families.

 2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?
 Yes, this program serves residents of the Village of Skokie at WINGS 4-unit apartment
 building providing transitional housing. Currently, 2 adults and 3 children reside there. WINGS
 currently serves 1 resident in its Children and Family Services program and 1 resident in its
 Survivor Lifeline mentoring program. In addition, WINGS recently served one resident in its
 Hospital Services program with bedside counseling, safety planning, resources and referrals.

 3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.
 The only criteria is that the individual and family members have experienced domestic violence.
 WINGS does not discriminate against anyone fleeing domestic violence regardless of their age,
 race, gender, ethnicity, LGBTQI+, Veteran Status, disability, LMI, limited- non-English
 speaking or geographic orientation.

 4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?
 WINGS has operated and owned a 4-unit apartment building in Skokie since 2002, where
 Survivors of domestic violence and their children reside in Transitional Housing. Each Skokie
 unt is a 2-bedroom 1-bathroom unit housing up to 4 individuals.

 WINGS operates a portfolio of housing to include Emergency (Safe Houses), Transitional,
 Permanent Supportive and Rapid Housing that are available to residents. Upon exiting WINGS
 Safe House (emergency shelter), the Family Advocate (case manager) assists the Survivor in
 identifying the best housing type for them.

 WINGS also offers adult domestic violence counseling, Children and Family Services programs
 and Survivor Lifeline mentoring which residents can participate in person at the Foglia Family
 Resource Center in Rolling Meadows or virtually from their residence in Skokie.

 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so,
 what agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?
 WINGS is the largest domestic violence organization in Northern Cook County. WINGS Safe
 Houses are one of few shelters in the Chicago area that can accommodate males over 13 years
 old, adult male Survivors, transgender individuals and large families. WINGS collaborates with
 other domestic violence agencies across Cook County via the Network/Illinois Domestic
 Hotline. In addition to WINGS Housing portfolio, WINGS offers community based adult and
 children counseling are available through WINGS state-of-the-art Foglia Family
 Resource Center (FFRC). However, even with area agencies working in coordination, the
 demand for domestic violence services exceeds capacity. In 2024, the Network reported 130
 days with no beds or cribs available in domestic violence in Chicago. The Network also
 reported 30,010 requests for assistance from Cook County in 2024, a 22% increase from 2023.




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):
 WINGS provides clothing, food, OTC medications, toiletrie, transportation, case management, safety
 planning, advocacy (housing, education, employment, Victim’s rights, legal), education (victim’s rights,
 education access, childcare). Counseling, Children and Family Services and Survivor Lifeline mentoring.

2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:
 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 (proposed upcoming Program Year) 1,204 28 18
 October 1, 2025 – present 1,047 19 12
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 1,104 25 18


 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
 WINGS will meet its CDBF goals through referrals from the IL DV Hotline and through the Coordinated Entry
 system.
4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?

 Currently WINGS has two open apartments at its Skokie Apartments. These improvements will help WINGS
 serve up to 16 residents more comfortably and save on utility costs.
5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 x Yes
 No




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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026 $33,600
 $19,795,782 $2,431,730
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027) capital request only
 Program Year 2025 $13,000
 $16,927,258 $1,835,259
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026) capital request only
 Program Year 2024 $1,325,576 $11,250
 $12,810,807
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025) capital request only



2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $33,600
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $33,600
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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WINGS Skokie Apartment building provides four units of Transitional Housing; each is a
2-bedroom/1-bathroom apartment with capacity for up to 4 residents. WINGS is
requesting funds to repipe the hot water system and add expansion tanks to stop hot water
bleeding into cold water system. This project will improve the water temperature control
and result in lower utility costs. This improvement will help extend the life of the water
heater and reduce maintenance costs.

 The goal of the project is to correct issues where hot water is bleeding into the cold water
system and increase energy efficiency. A water heater expansion tank also absorbs extra
pressure from hot water expansion before it becomes a leak or a cracked pipe. Adding
expansion tanks to a 4-unit building requires installing a dedicated thermal expansion tank
on the cold water inlet of each water heater to manage pressure changes, prevent dripping
Temperature and Pressure Relief valves, and extend pipe life. The process includes
shutting down the system, setting the air pressure, installing a tee-fitting on the cold water
line, and ensuring proper support for the tank.

Repiping the hot water system typically involves a phased approach to minimize water
disruption, often requiring water shut-offs for individual units during the day. Plumbers
cut small holes in drywall and ceilings to access the old pipes, then install the new pipes.
The whole system will be tested for leaks and correct pressure.

WINGS respectfully requests funding for these improvements to ensure that WINGS
Skokie Apartments will continue to provide safe, secure and comfortable housing for
Survivors of domestic violence, improve hot/cold water temperatures, improve energy
efficiency and reduce the risk of unexpected/emergency plumbing repairs.

Request summary:

Purchase and installation of four expansion tanks $1,200 per unit x 4 = $4,800
Repiping the hot water system: $10,000 per unit x 4 = $40,000

Total Project Cost: $44,800
WINGS Request: $33,600
WINGS Match: $11,200 100% cash - personnel time for new Manager of Facilities
 and EHS and project materials and labor.




 P.O. Box 95615, Palatine IL 60095 • P.O. Box 29309, Chicago, IL 60629
 Phone: 847-519-7820 • Fax: 847-519-7821
 Email: wings@wingsprogram.com • Website: www.wingsprogram.com
MEMORANDUM
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

TO: Johanna Nyden, AICP, Community Development Director

CC: Justin Malone, Neighborhood & Counseling Coordinator



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

DATE: April 10, 2026

SUBJECT: CDBG Program Year 2026 (PY26) Funding Request: Funding for Social Worker


At minimum, 60% of our social worker’s dedicated hours are spent assisting income-eligible
residents. Given the continued high demand for social and human services, and recognizing the
critical role our licensed clinical social workers play in supporting Skokie residents, I respectfully
request CDBG funding to support 60% of one social worker’s salary for the upcoming program
year (PY26), in the amount of $63,610 out of a total salary of $106,017. This funding is essential
to sustaining our current level of service and ensuring that vulnerable residents continue to
receive the assistance they need.

During the current program year (PY25), CDBG funding has enabled the Health and Human
Services Department to provide social services to 890 unduplicated individuals in just the first
two quarters of the grant year. These are residents classified as extremely low-, very low-, low-,
or low/moderate-income. They received professional assistance from our licensed clinical social
workers, including case management, referrals, and connections to essential services. In many
cases, emergency financial assistance was also provided to address immediate needs and
stabilize households.

I appreciate your consideration of this request and welcome the opportunity to discuss how we
can continue working together to strengthen the Human Services Division’s impact on our
community.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: Integrated Health Project

Project Location: 8800 Lockwood Avenue, Skokie


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $



 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $25,000



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Asian Human Services Family Health Center
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 135942774
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Dr. Muhammad Paracha, MD., MPH, - Chief Executive Officer
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 6301 N Western Ave
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Chicago, IL, 60659
 Telephone Number: (773)-761-0010
 Fax Number: (773)-761-0009
 Email Address: mparacha@ahsfhc.org
 Organization website: www.ahsfhc.org




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 Application
 Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
 Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

 All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
 have any questions.

 A. Program
 1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)
 AHSFHC respectfully requests $25,000 in Skokie CDBG funds to support optimal productivity at the 8800 N.
 Lockwood Avenue dental clinic. Ours is the first, and continues to be the only, safety net dental clinic located in
 Skokie for patients who are uninsured, underinsured or on Medicaid. We serve a low-income, medically
 underserved population and the entire service area is a HPSA for Mental Health, Dental, & Primary Care, as well as
 a Medically Underserved Area (MUA). In recent years, our service area has seen an influx of migrants from the
 southern border and immigrants from around the world (Afghanistan, Ukraine, Burma, Iraq, etc.) fleeing war and
 violence who need preventive care in their language. Many of our patients are immigrants and/or refugees who have
 barriers to care such as limited prior access to preventive healthcare services. The clinic focuses on preventive
 measures such as regular check-ups, cleanings and fluoride treatments to maintain optimal oral health. Diagnostic
 services and restorative treatment are also available. As an FQHC, we emphasize patient education on oral hygiene,
 nutritional advice for maintaining good oral health and the importance of regular dental care. Our dental program
 aligns with Skokie Consolidated 2025 Plan to improve access to oral health services for Skokie residents.

 The dental clinic operates as part of our Integrated Care Model – primary, behavioral, and oral health care
 services accessible under one roof—to improve patient access to care. For example, pediatricians complete an oral
 health risk assessment at the time of a medical visit and provide a written referral to the dental clinic as needed.
 Dental staff call these patients to make appointments if they were not made on the same day. Further, dental staff
 screen patients for diabetes and hypertension at the time of their oral health visit.

 Like other health clinics locally and nationwide, our return to peak productivity after the Pandemic has been
 complicated by challenges to maintaining optimal levels of support staff. We use grant funds to offer better
 salaries and benefits to attract qualified talent to work in our dental clinics. The impact of optimal staffing is
 improved patient access to care, reduced wait times, and more personalized attention, enhancing overall patient
 satisfaction and retention. Further, resources to fund dental support positions help optimize clinic workflow and
 operational efficiency.

 2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?
The Village of Skokie has allocated CDBG funding to AHSFHC Skokie clinic for several years since FY15, most
recently Capital funding in 2025 with multiple components covered to improved exterior and interior elements to
improve our safety net clinic located in Skokie In prior years, we have received Skokie CDBG Program funding for
parking lot improvements and the safety net Dental Clinic.


 3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.
 No.
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 B. Service Area
 1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.

AHS Family Health Center currently has four FQHC sites, two of which are located in Chicago's West Ridge
neighborhood, and one each in the suburbs of Niles and in the Village of Skokie. All four sites provide services to
Skokie residents. These sites provide primary care, behavioral health and dental services to the underserved along
with health education and other enabling services. Most of our patients reside in Cook County but some come from
outside Cook County seeking culturally and linguistically appropriate services at our facilities. Many patients come to
our clinic from Chicago and surrounding communities like Skokie, Niles, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Glenview,
Des Plaines, as well as from outside Cook County.


 2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?

Yes, we serve residents of the Village of Skokie. In 2025, we serve approximately 2,000 Skokie residents from Skokie
zip codes (60076, 60077, 60203).

 3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

AHSFHC operated within a fee for service model offering sliding fee discounts based on family income and size to
the uninsured and underinsured. AHSFHC accepts all patients regardless of their ability to pay, social status and race
etc.

 4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?

AHSFHC operates one FQHC site in Skokie located at 8800 N. Lockwood Ave. This site offers integrated primary
care, behavioral health, and oral health services to area residents for both adults and children. This location also
provides health education and navigation services to enroll patients in public benefits like Medicaid.

 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?

AHSFHC operates the only FQHC safety net clinic in Skokie offering culturally appropriate and linguistically
comprehensive integrated healthcare services (primary, dental, behavioral healthcare) under the same roof.




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

 Integrated culturally and linguistically comprehensive primary, behavioral, and oral health services and
 enabling services to pediatric and adult patients.

2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 16,000 2,000 2,000
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 11,431 1,694 1,694

 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 18,795 2,804 2,804



 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
 AHS Family Health Center will meet our CDBG goals by improving access to affordable, high-quality
 primary care, behavioral health services and dental care for Skokie residents who are low-income, uninsured,
 or otherwise medially underserved. Our safety net dental clinic provides essential services—including
 preventive care, restorative treatment, and oral health education—to children, adults, older adults, and
 immigrants and refugee populations who often face significant barriers to dental care. We are the only safety
 net clinic providing oral health services to the underserved communities on a sliding fee scale basis.

 With CDBG support, we will strengthen the clinic’s capacity, ensuring that Skokie residents can receive care.
 We will meet our goals by maintaining and expanding service delivery, reducing deferred dental care among
 vulnerable populations, and ensuring that cost and access are not barriers to care. We will monitor progress
 through patient visit tracking, community outreach, and feedback from Skokie residents, and we will remain
 committed to advancing health equity through the delivery of accessible dental services.

4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve? 2,000

5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 x Yes
 No


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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget Portion
 Program Year 2026
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027) $16,583,403 $830,638 $25,000
 Program Year 2025
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026) $15,473.606 $590,971 $20,000
 Program Year 2024
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025) $14,808,133 $205,420 $25,000



2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $22,350
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $850
 Construction/Rehabilitation $
 Other administrative costs $1,800
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $25,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: Child Victim & Witness Services

Project Location: 640 Illinois Blvd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $


 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $ 10,000



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Children's Advcacy Center of North and Northwest Cook County
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 604536383
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)

 Contact Name, Title: Luna Spivey, Grants Coordinator
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: PO Box 681243
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Schaumburg, IL 60194
 Telephone Number: 847-744-8160
 Fax Number:
 Email Address: lspivey@cachelps.org
 Organization website: www.cachelps.org

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 Application
 Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
 Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

 All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
 have any questions.

 A. Program
 1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)
CAC’s Forensic and Advocacy Services (FAS) is the CAC’s core services program that uses a Multidisciplinary Team
(MDT) comprised of law enforcement, child protective services, the State's Attorney's Office and healthcare personnel,
along with CAC staff, to respond to allegations of child abuse. After a referral from our law enforcement or DCFS partners,
CAC provides a neutral, child-friendly setting for the MDT to observe a live-feed interview with alleged child victims and
witnesses. Specially trained CAC Forensic Interviewers are well-versed in child development, trauma and effective
questioning and are able to elicit credible information from children that assists investigators with determining the next
steps in a case.

Building on this foundation, CAC’s Mental Health Services (MHS) program provides trauma-informed, evidence-based
therapy to children and their non-offending caregivers to support healing and long-term stability. MHS addresses the
emotional and psychological impact of abuse by offering individualized treatment plans, family engagement and services in
both English and Spanish at no cost. This approach reduces barriers to care and ensures that families from underserved
and historically marginalized communities can access consistent, high-quality mental health support.

CAC’s Safe from the Start (SFTS) program complements these services by focusing specifically on children ages 0–5 who
have been exposed to violence or trauma. SFTS provides early childhood mental health interventions that strengthen the
caregiver-child relationship, support healthy development and mitigate the long-term effects of trauma during a critical
developmental window. By engaging caregivers as active participants in the healing process, SFTS helps build protective
factors that promote resilience and emotional well-being. All services are provided free of charge in both English and
Spanish.

Together, FAS, MHS and SFTS create a coordinated, trauma-informed continuum of care that ensures children and
families receive timely intervention, compassionate support and the resources needed to move toward safety and healing.

 2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?
 Yes, CAC has received CDBG funds from Skokie, thought we have not recievd funding from Skokie since 2023. We
 have also received consistent funding from Palatine, Mount Prospect, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights and Cook
 County CDBGs, who have all been funding the CAC consistently for over a decade.

 3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.
 No




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B. Service Area
1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
The following municipalities are served by the CAC: Arlington Heights, Barrington, Barrington Hills,
Bartlett, Buffalo Grove, Elgin, Elk Grove, Hanover Park, Harwood Heights, Hoffman Estates,
Inverness, Mount Prospect, Norridge, Palatine, Prospect Heights, Rolling Meadows, Roselle,
Rosemont, Schaumburg, Schiller Park, South Barrington, Streamwood, Wheeling, Des Plaines,
Evanston, Glencoe, Glenview, Golf, Kenilworth, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Niles, Northbrook,
Northfield, Park Ridge, Skokie, Wilmette, Winnetka


2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?
 Yes




3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

CAC receives referrals to the FAS program from law enforcement and DCFS during active criminal
and/or child protective investigations when a child is identified as an alleged victim or witness.
Children ages 3-17 are eligible for forensic interviews, while children ages 0-17 and their non-
offending family members are eligible for victim and court advocacy services.

Referrals to CAC’s MHS and SFTS programs are most often generated internally through the FAS
program when children present with signs of trauma and emotional distress. CAC’s Trauma
Therapists deliver care using a structured 20-week, evidence-based treatment model, with ongoing
assessments to evaluate each child’s progress and determine the appropriate duration of services.
Additionally, referrals may also come directly from community partners, primarily DCFS and law
enforcement, including for children who have not participated in FAS. In these cases, children are
eligible for services if they demonstrate symptoms of trauma or distress that warrant clinical
intervention care regardless of their point of entry into CAC’s programs.



4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?

Skokie residents receive Forensic and Advocacy and Mental Health Services out of the CAC’s
Skokie office. Teletherapy is also available for any Skokie clients that are unable to come into the
office for whatever reason.




5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?

No




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 C. Program Client Statistics
 1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

 Case Coordination, Forensic Interviews, Victim/Court Advocacy, and Individual, Family and Group Therapy.

 2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 (proposed upcoming Program Year) 1,700 80 80
 October 1, 2025 – present 1,230 58 0 (not funded)
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 1,681 78 0 (not funded)



 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

 3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
CAC will accept external referrals from our DCFS and Law Enforcement partners for children
who report alleged abuse within the Skokie area. Child abuse victims are assumed beneficiaries
of CDBG funding despite actual income.

 4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?
CDBG funds will help sustain the critical advocacy and therapeutic services provided by CAC. During the upcoming
funding cycle, it is projected that approximately 80 Skokie residents will receive these essential supports.

 5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 Yes
 No




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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027) $10,000
 Program Year 2025
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026) $2,151,816 $1,280,475 $0
 Program Year 2024
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025)
 $1,937,357 $1,332,357 $0


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $10,000
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $ 10,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant Program


Name for Proposed Project or Service: ECA Individualized Support

Project Location: 4504 Oakton St. Skokie, IL

____________________________________________________________________________________

Construction Project/ Public Facility Improvement Request:

Sponsor Organization Match (25% of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ ____0______

CDBG Funding Match (75% of Total Estimated Project Cost): $ __0________



Total Estimated Project Cost: $ _____0_____



B. Public Service Request:

Total Public Service Funding Request: $__10,000_______



Contact Information

Organization Name: Early Childhood Alliance of Niles Township

DUNS Number: 119208413

Contact Name, Title: Tina Vanderwarker, Executive Director, ECA

Signature: ______Tina Vanderwarker______________________________________

The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate,
missing, or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

Mailing address: 4504 Oakton St.

City, State, Zip: Skokie, IL 60076

Telephone Number: (847) 858-7916

Email Address: tinav@nilestownshipeca.org

Organization website: www.nilestownshipeca.org
Application
Program year dates October 1, 2026-September 30, 2027

 A. Program
 1. Project description:
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose,
 clientele, duration, and goals. Explain any new or increased levels of the program.
 (400 words or less)

 Social service organizations know that just creating a program does not ensure
 that the families it was built for will beneﬁt. The old adage “If you build it, they will
 come” (Field of Dreams, 1989), just does not ring true. At the ECA, we advocate for
 and coordinate comprehensive, community-based wrap around supports for young
 children birth-5 and their caregivers that promote equity and honor strengths and
 diversity with a focus on language access.
 Language access, a large barrier for many families in Skokie, is essential to
 connecting Skokie residents with programs and opportunities. The ECA has worked
 hard to become a trusted partner and resource to the many diverse families in
 Skokie, including immigrant, refugee and asylum-seeking families, by prioritizing
 hiring Family Liaisons from identiﬁed communities – our Family Liaisons speak
 Dari, Farsi, Pashto, Arabic, Assyrian, Urdu, and Spanish. Providing culturally
 relevant outreach and connection has greatly increased the impact that we have in
 the community connecting families to emergency assistance, early childhood
 resources, public beneﬁts, and legal resources. ECA Family Liaisons build trusted
 relationships and reach families who might otherwise remain unseen, serving as a
 critical bridge to information and services.
 CDBG funding is requested to support the Family Liaisons’ individualized
 support helping to connect low-income immigrant and refugee families with young
 children in Skokie with a variety of supports throughout the entire program year. We
 have built strong relationships in Skokie to connect and support families’
 applications for emergency assistance with both the Village of Skokie and Niles
 Township Government – in many instances providing a lifeline for families at
 imminent risk of becoming unsheltered. We have coordinated and conducted
 tours in other languages of various public resources such as the NT Food Pantry,
 the Skokie library, Skokie Park District, and accompanied VOS social workers on
 home visits to residents in need who did not speak English. The number of families
 we are reaching is increasing steadily through word of mouth, social media,
 WhatsApp groups, partner organizations, and outreach events throughout Niles
 Township.
 Our goals through this individualized assistance is to support families in
 increasing their quality of life and to support parents in their journeys of raising
 young children so that all children are ready for Kindergarten. Access to available
 resources is critical and language access an important ﬁrst step.

 2. Previous CDBG Funding
 The Early Childhood Alliance of Niles Township has not received CDBG funding
 before from any municipality.

 3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 No.

B. Service Area
 1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
 The ECA serves all of Niles Township which includes Lincolnwood, Skokie, Golf,
 most of Morton Grove and parts of Niles and Glenview.
 2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?
 Yes, 90% of the families that we connect with are residents of Skokie.
 3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.
 Families must be a resident of Niles Township and must be either pregnant or have
 a child birth to ﬁve years old.
 4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?
 Our omice location, the site where most of our programs (Parent Support groups,
 Open Play, ESL class, etc.) are located is in Skokie.
 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service?
 No, the ECA is the only organization in Niles Township that focuses solely on early
 childhood and also provides language access.

C. Program Client Statistics
 1. List services provided to clients:
 a. Individualized assistance in connecting with and enrolling in early
 learning & wrap around resources (emergency assistance, childcare,
 part day preschool, home visiting services, early intervention,
 counseling services, food pantries, ESL classes, workforce training
 programs, publicly funded programs – SNAP, Medicaid, etc.)
 b. Parent support groups with on-site childcare during the meeting (with
 interpretation into 3-4 dimerent languages) – opportunities for learning about
 resources and critical mental health support for parents with young children
 c. Open Play times in our early childhood classroom
 d. Impactful community outreach events – to provide high quality early
 childhood events as well as connect with families hard to ﬁnd
 e. Language access to information and resources – including emergency
 assistance resources (keeping roofs overhead for many families)
 f. Car seat training and access
 g. ESL class with on-site childcare for children birth to ﬁve years old
 h. Language interpretation for 49 partner organizations so families can better
 access emergency assistance funds, workforce training opportunities, ESL
 classes, parent teacher conferences, coordination meetings for children
 with special needs, and intake and enrollment meetings
2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate- income persons assisted for
 the primary purpose of the program:
 Total Persons Total Skokie Total Residents
 served residents served served by CDBG
 Funds
 Oct. 1, 2026-Sept. 185 171 50
 20, 2027
 Oct. 1, 2025 - 146 131 N/A
 present
 May 1, 2024-Sept. 100 90 N/A
 30, 2025

3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identiﬁed above?
 ECA Family Liaisons will continue to outreach and meet with families in need –
 the need has increased over the past two years due to word of mouth, partner
 referrals, and our own outreach and we are currently limited by our funding to assist
 all the families in need. 90% of the families that we are connected with are rent
 burdened, often spending more than 70% of their monthly income on rent.
 Housing is very fragile. By providing language access and one on one support, we
 are helping families to access rental support when needed, emergency assistance
 in times of job loss or work reduction, and keep families sheltered. Furthermore,
 the ECA is connecting families with work training programs and support at the
 YWCA and Oakton College to better their job opportunities.
 Skokie residents with young children that require language interpretation will be
 assisted by our stam and will work together to complete the necessary
 applications/ enrollments, often times working in partnership with another
 organization such as Village of Skokie, Niles Township Government, Metropolitan
 Family Services, YWCA, Oakton College, and school districts. Walking through
 processes one on one with families, collecting documents and ﬁlling out forms,
 produces a high success rate.
 4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?
 The additional $10,000 CDBG funding would allow us to serve an additional 40-45
 Skokie residents in need.
 5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding? YES, just with reduced capacity.

D. StaN for Funded Program
 1. Total number of stam employed by agency for this program:
 a. Full-time – 3
 b. Part-time – 8
 c. Volunteers – 2
 2. Provide the name of the stam member who will be coordinating the CDBG grant with
 the Village (completing reports, submitting invoices, monitoring visits, etc.):

 Name, Title: Tina Vanderwarker, Executive Director
 Phone Number: (847) 858-7916
 Email Address: tinav@nilestownshipeca.org

 3. How long has the stam member identiﬁed above been with the agency?
 4 years

E. Fees and Funding Sources
 1. Describe any client fees collected:
 All services that the ECA provides are provided free of cost for all families
 2. Describe how client fees are used:
 No client fees are collected, regardless of family income
 3. List all other funding sources received for this program and portion allocated for
 Skokie residents:

 Source Total funds Amount utilized
 for Skokie
 Residents
 Section 108 Loan Guarantee 0 0
 HOME funds 0 0
 ESG funds 0 0
 HOPWA funds 0 0
 Appalachian Regional Commission 0 0
 Other Federal Funds 0 0
 State/ Local funds 460,000 380,000
 Private funds 40,000 34,000
 Program Income (client fees) 0 0
 Other funding (donations, fundraisers) 80,000 60,000


 4. Does your agency receive more than $750,000 in federal funds?
 X No

F. Budget
 1. Please complete the following table:
 Program Year Agency Budget Program Budget Skokie CDBG
 Portion
 Oct. 1, 2026-Sept. 30, $613,500 140,000 $10,000
 2027
 Oct. 1, 2025 – Sept. 30, $581,500 125,000 N/A
 2026
 May 1, 2024-Sept. 30, $636,000 125,000 N/A
 2025

 2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used:


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount
 Payroll of employees providing direct client $ 7500
 service
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG $ 2500
 grant
 Rent $0
 Utilities $0
 Construction/ Rehabilitation $0
 Other Administrative costs $0

 Total CDBG Request $ 10,000



G. Performance Measurement Systems
 1. Project Objectives
 o Creating a suitable living environment – Addressing issues of access and
 equity faced by low/ moderate income persons by assisting families to apply
 for emergency assistance from multiple sources to address issues of
 housing and their living environments
 2. Project Outcomes
 o Availability/ Accessibility – through providing interpretation support in 7
 dimerent languages, the ECA is intent on making resources accessible to all
 families with young children in Niles Township. This includes housing & food
 assistance, public beneﬁts, and early childhood programs which allow
 families to work and improve their life situations

H. Other Information
 1. Mission Statement: The Early Childhood Alliance’s mission is to advocate for and
 coordinate comprehensive community-based wrap around supports for young
 children birth-5 and their caregivers that promote equity and honor strengths and
 diversity with a focus on language access.

 To advance our mission and vision, the ECA has adopted a collective impact
 approach based on recognizing families’ “cultural wealth” – this framework maps
 out the embedded assets and resources in communities of color. A large part of the
 ECA’s work focuses on making information, resources and programs accessible to
 all families in Niles Township (Skokie, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Niles, Golf, and
 a small part of Glenview) not just those with means, opportunity and easy access.
 Some major achievements the ECA has accomplished over the last two years
 include connecting over 329 children with early learning programs, outreaching
 over 4210 people, distributing over 23,800 diapers and investing over 4813 hours of
 direct support. We supported the Village of Skokie in Fall 2025 in coordinating a
 focus group of 18 English language learners for the Village’s recent strategic plan –
 working with Village of Skokie stam and the consultant to omer simultaneous
 interpretation in 3 languages. Recently, we were also awarded the Village of
 Skokie’s Public Health Partners of Excellence for our work “signiﬁcantly advancing
 the health and well-being of the community”.

 2. Included documents:
 o IIlinois Charitable Organization Annual Report Form AG990-IL
 o Proposed budget for the next ﬁscal year
 o Current budget
 o Most recent audit (one hard copy only)
 o Proof of non-proﬁt determination
 o Organizational chart
Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service:

Project Location:


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $


 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $10,000.00



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Metropolitan Family Services
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 079745246
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Roxanne Nava, Executive Director
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: Metropolitan Family Services
 Mailing Address 2: 5210 Main Street
 City, State, Zip: Skokie, IL 60077
 Telephone Number: 773-371-3728
 Fax Number: 773-282-6698
 Email Address: NavaR@metrofamily.org
 Organization website: www.metrofamily.org

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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

 The Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) Evanston/ Skokie Valley General Counseling Program's
 primary goal is to support and strengthen families and individuals through counseling services
 offered at the center in Skokie, in clients' homes, and in schools. Both the needs being met through
 counseling, and the number of vulnerable people seeking counseling is higher than MFS’ capacity
 and results in a waitlist. Since the pandemic, counselors continue to see new anxieties and
 worsening of longstanding anxiety. They continue to see children with negatively impacted social
 development and social skills due to limited in person interactions. They are also seeing that
 children are more susceptible and at risk of being victimized due to dangerous online behaviors.

 This request allows MFS to serve low/moderate income residents of Skokie in an affordable
 manner in a community-focused setting that is both accessible and ensure safety while receiving
 services. MFS uses a solution-focused, time-limited approach to counseling interventions that build
 on clients’ strengths, capacity for change and growth, as well as their relationships within family,
 community, work, and school settings.

 MFS Skokie Valley is requesting $10,000 to partially fund the salary of a counselor to serve 65
 low/moderate income Skokie residents through the General Counseling Program. In the coming
 year, an increase in support is crucial to ensure mental health services are available to the most at-
 risk individuals and families within the community. Every client goes through financial registration
 at the time of intake and the fee is determined using the MFS sliding fee scale. To meet the needs
 of clients, Skokie residents without insurance or with insurance that MFS does not accept are
 offered 8 sessions at no charge. In order to continue to serve the low/moderate income residents on
 a sliding fee scale next year, this funding is critical. As a Tier One CDBG recipient since the Tier
 system began, MFS Skokie Valley looks forward to continuing its partnership with the Village of
 Skokie through collaboration and referrals.
2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?
 Yes, Metropolitan Family Services, as an organization, receives CDBG funds from the City of
 Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, and the City of Naperville. The MFS center in Skokie
 has received CDBG funds throught the Village of Skokie for several years.
3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.
 No, funds will be used to support direct service staff.


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B. Service Area
1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
 MFS Skokie Valley Center primarily serves Skokie, Niles Township, and Evanston.


2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?
 Yes, this program will serve 65 residents of Skokie.


3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.
 This funding will be used to support low- and moderate-income individuals and families in need of general
 counseling who would otherwise not be able to afford the service.

4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?
 The MFS Skokie center provides the following programs: (1) General Counseling Services to
 families, couples, and individuals; (2) Mental Health Services for children, adolescents, and adults;
 (3) Adult Protective Services which investigates and provides follow-up services to reduce the risk
 of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults over the age of 18 with disabilities and adults over age
 60; (4) Adoption Support and Preservation Services which provides home-based counseling to
 families formed through adoption or subsidized guardianship through DCFS; (5) Substance Abuse
 Prevention Services which provides programming to encourage healthy, drug-free lives to students
 at Lincoln Junior High School and promotes the awareness of substance abuse issues to the entire
 Niles Township community; (6) the Skokie Youth Outreach Program which, as part of the General
 Counseling Program, works with the Village of Skokie and the Cook County Court System to make
 sure youth with ordinance violations get thorough assessments and access to needed supportive
 services.

5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?
 MFS is unique in its ability to provide hyper-local services with larger wrap-around
 supports and referrals to help strengthen families and individuals.




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):
 If funding is received at the level requested, MFS will provide counseling
 services to 65 low- to moderate-income Skokie residents.

2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 (proposed upcoming Program Year) 255 65 65

 October 1, 2025 – present 240 55 55
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 250 95 95



 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
 MFS Skokie is known throughout the community for its client-centered and trauma-
 informed services. Referrals are made by schools, the police department, and other
 community organizations, as well as other internal MFS programs. Individual client
 progress on goals is measured using the IM+CANS tool which contains a complete set of
 core items that assess function across multiple lifer domains such as risk behaviors,
 trauma exposure, behavioral/ emotional needs, substance use, and cultural factors, as
 well as physical health risk assessment.
4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?
 CDBG funds will allow MFS to serve at least an additional 65 Skokie residents
 on a sliding fee scale. MFS Skokie uses some of its limited United Way funds
 and private fundraising dollars to supplement clients who cannot afford
 counseling services. This funding is very important to provide essential services
 to Skokie residents.


5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 X Yes
 No



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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 $1,673,990 $537,876 $10,000
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027)
 Program Year 2025
 $1,625,233 $522,210 $10,000
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026)
 Program Year 2024
 $1,577,896 $507,000 $10,000
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025)


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $10,000
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $10,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement and/or (B)
Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: Social Services for Low-Income Older Adults

Project Location: Most services are community-based. The majority of services are provided directly in people’s
 homes. Residents can also access services at Skokie Hospital as well as through events at
 the Skokie library.


 Construction/Rehabilitation Project Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $


 Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $ 12,500



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: North Shore Senior Center
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 131214538
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Tish Rudnicki, Executive Director & President of the Board




 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing, or
 misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 161 Northfield Rd
 Mailing Address 2:
 City, State, Zip: Northfield, IL 60093
 Telephone Number: 847-784-6027

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 Fax Number: 847-784-6089
 Email Address: trudnicki@nssc.org
 Organization website: www.nssc.org


Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you have any
questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and goals.
 Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several components, please
 prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

 North Shore Senior Center (NSSC) is seeking support for case management, supportive
 counseling, and services for older adults living in Skokie, which are provided through our
 Senior and Family Services (SFS) Department.

 NSSC is dedicated to providing necessary services to any older adult in Skokie who needs
 them. Whether through care coordination, support groups, case management, or other
 services, the goal of all NSSC programs is for older adults to live with dignity, autonomy, and
 well-being. To date in PY2026, NSSC has connected with nearly 1,700 Skokie residents,
 more than any other community in NSSC’s service area, through our SFS department; by
 the end of the Program Year we expect to reach approximately 2,650 residents. Through all
 SFS services, NSSC invests over $600,000 each year in caring for older adults in Skokie,
 based on the organization’s average cost per person served.

 The majority of older adults NSSC serves are low income and need support and resources
 to maintain their independence; assistance maintaining their financial security or their
 access to public benefits; and/or need help in order to preserve or improve their health and
 well-being. More than three-quarters of the older adults served through NSSC’s social
 service programs are low income.

 Older adults who receive support through NSSC have a wide range of needs, including
 inadequate nutrition, lack of access to medical benefits, and an inability to provide for the full
 range of their activities of daily living. NSSC’s programs help older adults to avoid isolation
 and to navigate the challenge of remaining in their homes. NSSC specializes in providing
 person-centered programs and services for all older adults, offering a full range of
 opportunities supporting healthy aging to them and their families with community-based
 services. One of NSSC’s core values is “Embrace Diversity,” which is achieved by providing
 services to adults of all races, ethnicities, religious traditions and spiritual practices, genders
 and sexual orientations.

 As the only state-approved provider of the Community Care Program for the Village of
 Skokie, thousands of older adults are able to live safer, healthier, and more enriching lives

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 because of NSSC’s services. NSSC care coordinators determine older adults’ needs
 through the state-required Comprehensive Needs Assessment. More information about this
 program can be found below Section B Question 5.


2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked with (including
 Skokie)?
 NSSC has received CDBG funding from the Village of Skokie and the City of Evanston.


3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.
 No.




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B. Service Area
1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
 NSSC serves older adults across four townships and one city in north suburban Cook
 County: Maine, New Trier, Niles, and Northfield Townships and the City of Evanston. NSSC
 provides Adult Protective Services in Maine, New Trier, Northfield, Wheeling, Barrington,
 and Palatine Townships. House of Welcome Adult Day Services and Lifelong Learning
 programs draw individuals from all over the Chicagoland area.

2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?
 Yes


3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.
 NSSC Senior and Family Services are available to any older adult aged 60 or older. Some
 community resources to which NSSC links older adults have specific age, income, asset, or
 other eligibility criteria. NSSC utilizes federal guidelines established on the National Aging
 Program Information System (NAPIS) to determine income eligibility.

 NSSC’s social services are available at no cost. Lifelong Learning, House of Welcome Day
 Program, and various other services have set fees or charge according to a person's ability
 to pay. Participants are informed of the various requirements in advance and, if they are in
 need, funds may be obtained to help defray the costs. The target population for all of
 NSSC’s programs and services is older adults and/or their families in need of support.


4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?
 NSSC Care Coordinators provide care to Skokie residents through visits in their homes.
 These services, which are tailored to individuals’ needs, are designed to help older Skokie
 residents navigate the challenge of remaining in their homes, avoiding isolation and
 providing opportunities for socialization.

 Skokie Hospital hosts NSSC Choices for Care Program staff, who assess appropriate level
 of care for patients at discharge. This program is designed to ensure that individuals
 planning to enter a nursing home actually need that level of care. This program also
 explores alternative community resources and options so an informed decision can be
 made.

 NSSC also holds scheduled benefits enrollment events at Skokie Library. NSSC staff and
 volunteers assist residents with enrollment in SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program) and
 LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program), which reduce expenses and cost
 of living for low-income older adults, supporting their ability to stay in their homes.

 NSSC’s caregiver and hearing loss support groups meet virtually, providing flexibility for
 participants to access these programs in their home.


5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what agency or
 agencies provide(s) similar services?
 No. North Shore Senior Center is the only organization designated by the Illinois
 Department on Aging as a Care Coordination Unit (CCU) under its Community Care
 Program for the Village of Skokie. CCUs have designated areas and do not overlap.
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 Therefore, NSSC is the only agency that can administer the Illinois Department on Aging
 Statewide Comprehensive Needs Assessment. This assessment, administered by NSSC’s
 care coordinators, evaluates a person’s ability to perform activities of daily living, mental
 status, medical conditions, nutritional status, social support system, access to transportation,
 spiritual support, as well as financial and legal needs. These assessments are an integral
 part of determining and setting up the needed services for Skokie seniors. For example, if
 an older adult is having trouble meeting their nutritional needs, they might be connected with
 SNAP benefits, food pantries, and/or home-delivered meals. The need for support extends
 beyond the state-funded services, however. NSSC's highly trained staff continue to provide
 support, resources, and assistance outside of the prescriptive constraints of the Community
 Care Program.

 Other community organizations do provide SHIP and LIHEAP assistance.




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

 • Care Coordination
 • Community Care Program
 • Supportive counseling
 • Health and wellness
 • Needs assessment
 • Support groups
 • Help with applications for benefits through our Older Adults Benfits Program
 • Choices for Care
 • Respite for Caregivers
 • Chore Housekeeping
 • Home Delivered Meals
 • and more.


2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary purpose of
 the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:


 Total Skokie
 Total Skokie
 Total Persons Residents
 Residents
 Served Served by
 Served
 CDBG Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 24,000 2,650 250
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 14,509 1,669 78
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 29,426 3,008 283


 2024 Income Limits Household Size
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the household. The
 extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a householder has one or more
 other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by birth, marriage, or adoption.



3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
 NSSC will continue to identify older Skokie adults and their families who need support to
 age in place through direct outreach in the community and referral relationships. Care
 Coordinators complete needs assessments for each client and develops a person-centered
 care plan based on the individuals’ needs. The Care Coordinator then connects the client
 with services and programs both through NSSC and partner agencies that will help older
 Skokie residents remain living in their home and in the community. Care plans are updated
 and revised as needed so that each client continues to receive the appropriate level of


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 service. NSSC provides case management and support beyond the constraints of state-
 supported CCU care, ensuring that all clients receive comprehensive, person-centered care.

 Evaluation of department programs is conducted at least once annually. Separate goals and
 indicators are established for each social service programs. Success in meeting these goals
 is measured by: the number of people served; a review of cases to verify that individual
 needs were met; analyzing satisfaction surveys; and internal audits from outside evaluators
 such as AgeOptions and the State of Illinois.


4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?
 NSSC has provided critical services case management for many years to older adults and
 their families in Skokie. The need for services for older adults in Skokie will continue to grow
 as this population increases. Over the past ten years, the population of Skokie residents age
 60+ has increased by over 9%, compared to less than 2% growth for the overall population.
 Demand for older adult services is in line with this growth, and we expect to see year-over-
 year growth of approximately 6% in Skokie residents receiving CDBG-funded case
 management. As a result, NSSC will continue its outreach to older adults and their families
 to ensure their needs are being met through our services.


5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 Yes
 No




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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Agency Program Skokie CDBG
 Program Year
 Budget Budget Portion
 Program Year 2026 $10,520,000 $5,531,000 $12,500
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027)
 Program Year 2025 $10,125,000 $5,267,500 $12,000
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026)
 Program Year 2024 $13,132,500 $6,683,800 $10,000
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025)


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used:


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $ 12,500
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $ 12,500
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before reimbursement
 will be made.




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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less):
 Funds requested from Skokie CDBG will be used to help make housing more affordable and
 accessible to residents of Skokie. Currently, housing and rent prices are at an all-time high. Many
 people are in need of limited financial assistance to get them through a housing crisis upon
 experiencing a hardship such as job loss, medical expense, illness, etc. Services provided will be
 based on the individuals' need and may include homelessness diversion and rental assistance
 payments, landlord mitigation, housing counseling, and/or assistance with utility payments. The
 goal of homelessness diversion is to do everything possible to keep someone housed and if that's
 not possible then we strive to make homelessness a rare, brief, and one-time occurrence. Our staff
 works one-on-one with each client to ensure we can utilize our resources to the greatest advantage
 to improve each persons' housing outcome. With additional funds from Skokie CDBG we can
 ensure that Skokie residents will have a safety net when they need it and the additional support for
 personnel that we need.



2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)? Yes, we have received funding from Skokie CDBG in the past. We also
 receive funds annually from Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, Palatine, and Schaumburg.



3. Will any funds be used for research and development? No
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.




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B. Service Area
1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.
 We serve the entire Northwest Suburbs of Cook County that encompasses 67 communities
 including Skokie. We serve the following 14 townships: Barrington, Elk Grove, Elgin, Evanston,
 Hanover, Leyden, Maine, New Trier, Niles, Northfield, Norwood Park, Palatine, Schaumburg,
 and Wheeling.



2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie? YES



3. Describe any additional criteria for your program. Any resident of The Village of Skokie that
 is experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness is eligible for our services. Participants must
 reside with the boundaries of the Village of Skokie and meet the low-income critieria established
 by The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). People who come to us seeking
 our help are typically experiencing a housing crisis, facing eviction, or meet HUD's definition of
 homelessness.



4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie? Our office is located in Mount
 Prospect, IL but our housing and supportive services programs are availalbe to all Village of
 Skokie residents as it is part of our designated service area.



5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services? Currently, we are the lead agency in the
 Northwest Suburbs of Cook County for Coordinated Entry - a HUD mandated initiative to
 coordinate housing and supportive services resources in the Suburban Cook area. Although there
 are other similar agencies in our area, none are providing the breadth and scope of services that
 we are offering. For example, we are the only agency in this area providing street outreach to
 homeless individuals on the street. We partner with many other like-minded agencies such as the
 Bridge Youth & Family Services, NAHA, Journeys the Road Home, Wings, The Harbor, Center
 of Concern, and Faith Community Homes in order to prevent service duplication.




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C. Program Client Statistics
1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.): Clients in our
 housing programs receive solution-focused case management and other services that their case manager determines they
 will benefit from. These may include landlord mitigation, legal services, transportation assistance, help with applying for
 mainstream benefits, food pantry or food deliveries, limited financial assistance with rent and/or utility payments,
 educational workshops, and additional wrap-around services and referrals.

 2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:
 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
 7200 108 50
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 42 0
 October 1, 2025 – present 3405
 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 3312 43 0


 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
3. birth,
 How will youmarriage,
 meet or adoption.
 your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?
 Each Skokie resident seeking housing assistance will undergo a comprehensive intake and will be evaluated to determine
 which wrap-around services they will benefit from. Case managers will provide in-depth counseling, homelessness
 diversion and problem solving, in order to take steps to ensure they can retain their current housing or help locate safe and
 affordable housing options for them. We are currently supporting 3 families in Skokie with apartments located in Skokie
 and our staff have taken 105 phone calls for assistance from Skokie since December of 2025. There is a current need for
 CDBG funds for Skokie residents based on our current client data.


 4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve? 50
5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding? YES - it currently exists without CDBD
  funding, however, additional funds would make a tremendous impact on Skokie residents in need.
  (Select one)
 x Yes
 No




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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 $ N/A $ 398,000 $ 15,000
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027)
 $ 395,000
 Program Year 2025 0
 $ 2,473,422 $
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026)
 Program Year 2024
 $ 2,456,286 $ 380,000 $ 0
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025)


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $ 12,000
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $
 Other administrative costs $ 3,000
 Please specify: Limited Financial Assistance to Clients experiencing hardship

 Total CDBG Request $ 15,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.
Name for Proposed Project or Service: Fair Housing and Housing Counseling Services



Location: Skokie, IL


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $



 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $25,000

 Contact Information
 Organization Name: Open Communities
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 876752593 UEI: L5DZ LUNA H80
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Sarah Petersen, Executive Director
 Signature:
 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.

 Mailing Address 1: 1740 Ridge Ave, Suite 117
 Mailing Address 2:

 City, State, Zip: Evanston, IL, 60201
 Telephone Number: 224-341-6087
 Fax Number:
 Email Address: spetersen@open-communities.org
 Organization website: www.open-communities.org


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 Application
 Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
 Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

 All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
 have any questions.

 A. Program
 1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

Open Communities has been fighting for housing justice for over 50 years. Our mission is to create more inclusive
communities by ensuring everyone has equal access to safe, stable housing.

Open Communities requests funding to support its Fair Housing and Housing Counseling Services for Skokie
residents. Each year, we serve over 500 households through direct services, while more than 1,000 community
members receive education through workshops and trainings on housing rights. Through these programs, we provide
education, advocacy, and one-on-one support to help low- and moderate-income households access and maintain safe,
stable housing.

Housing affordability challenges continue to rise locally. In northern Cook County, 52.6% of renter households and
28% of owner households are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of their income on housing, leaving little
leftover for other essentials. These households are at greater risk of eviction, foreclosure, and displacement; housing
instability, debt accumulation, and displacement particularly following income disruptions such as job loss, illness, or
rising housing costs.

The program serves low- and moderate-income renters and homeowners in Skokie, including older adults, people
with disabilities, and households experiencing financial hardship. Among those we serve, 88% are low-income, 74%
identify as women, 73% identify as people of color, and 34% are older adults over the age of 60, highlighting the
disproportionate impact of housing instability on these communities. Services are provided in English and Spanish
and are available in person, by phone, and virtually to increase accessibility.

This is an ongoing, year-round program operating throughout the CDBG program year.

Program goals include helping residents remain stably housed, preventing eviction and foreclosure, increasing access
to fair housing protections, improving financial stability through budgeting and credit education, supporting first-time
homebuyers, and assisting older adults in aging safely in place.

CDBG funding will allow Open Communities to expand service delivery in Skokie by increasing one-on-one
counseling, fair housing support, and community education. Funding will help serve additional residents and sustain
critical services that may be at risk due to uncertain federal funding.

It will also strengthen targeted efforts such as our “Here to Stay” program, which helps older adults and residents with
disabilities remain safely in their homes, and expand fair housing work that addresses barriers in the built
environment, including accessibility issues in housing. Together, these services ensure more Skokie residents can
access and maintain safe, stable, and inclusive housing.

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 2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?

We received CDBG funding from Skokie in FY2021 and FY2026. We also received CDBG funds directly from Cook
County for our work in non-entitlement areas from 2018-2023.


 3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.

No, our funds will not be used for research and development. Funds will be dedicated to housing-related
programs and services.




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 B. Service Area
 1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.


Open Communities’ targeted service area for outreach, education, and collaborations are Chicago’s
northern/northwestern suburbs in northern Cook County, Illinois including Skokie, Evanston, Niles, Lincolnwood,
Des Plaines, Elk Grove, Mt. Prospect, Morton Grove, Wilmette, Glenview, Wheeling, Northbrook, Winnetka,
Glencoe, Highland Park, Highwood, and Deerfield. Clients also come from our broader service area extending
through Arlington Heights, Barrington, Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Schaumburg, and Wheeling.


 2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?

Yes, Open Communities serves residents in the Village of Skokie.

 3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

Though we accept clients facing housing discrimination regardless of income, our targeted population is low-to-
moderate-income homeowners and renters.

 4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?

All of Open Communities’ programs and services are available to Skokie residents. While our primary office is
located in Evanston, we provide services in person, by phone, and virtually to ensure accessibility regardless of
location.

In Skokie, we deliver fair housing and housing counseling services directly to residents. When neighbors experience
housing discrimination, we conduct testing within Skokie to investigate claims and advocate for enforcement of fair
housing laws.

We also partner with local organizations, including the Skokie Commission on Human Relations, Skokie Community
Advisory Board, Skokie Public Library, and District 68, to provide workshops, trainings, and outreach both virtually
and in person within the community. Through these partnerships, we expand access to housing education and
resources for Skokie residents.

Open Communities regularly receive referrals from the Skokie Village Social Worker and other community-based
organizations, ensuring residents are connected to timely support and services.


 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?

Open Communities is the only agency serving Skokie that provides comprehensive Fair Housing services, including
testing for housing discrimination and direct advocacy for clients when discrimination occurs. Our integrated
approach, combining Fair Housing enforcement, Housing Counseling, and HECM/Reverse Mortgage counseling, is
unique in this service area and allows us to address housing challenges holistically.

Many residents come to us without a clear understanding of their rights or options. Our programs provide both
immediate support and long-term solutions, guided by our deep expertise in fair housing laws, policies, and
enforcement. Open Communities is one of the only Fair Housing enforcement organizations serving the northern
Cook County suburbs, making us a critical resource for ensuring compliance with fair housing laws. Our HECM-
certified counselor is also one of only a small number in Illinois, providing specialized support to older adults seeking
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more options to remain in their homes.

Other agencies in the area provide related services. For example, Community Partners for Affordable Housing
(CPAH) offers housing counseling and focuses on housing development, but does not provide Fair Housing
enforcement services. We collaborate with CPAH and other partners to ensure residents receive coordinated,
complementary support.




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 C. Program Client Statistics
 1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

To protect residents from housing discrimination, our Fair Housing team:

 • Investigates discriminatory practices by landlords, property managers, lenders, and corporations, including
 through testing (using “secret housing shoppers”).
 • Holds violators accountable, including cases involving source of income (Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8)
 discrimination and disability-related discrimination.
 • Secures reasonable accommodations so residents with disabilities can live with dignity.
 • Promotes stronger fair housing protections and works with municipalities to expand access to affordable
 housing.

To help residents remain safely housed, our Housing Counseling program:

 • Provides free, one-on-one housing counseling and workshops on budgeting, credit, and housing resources.
 • Assists residents facing eviction, foreclosure, or financial hardship with loan modifications, tax relief, and
 housing assistance.
 • Prepares first-time homebuyers for successful homeownership, helping to close the racial wealth gap.
 • Educates residents on their housing rights and pathways to achieving their housing goals.
 • Connects clients to community resources, including home repairs and legal services through trusted partners.

To support older adults and targeted populations, we:

 • Help older residents identify housing solutions to age safely in place, including reverse mortgage (HECM)
 counseling;
 • Provide targeted support to residents with disabilities to maintain stable housing.

To support residents impacted by incarceration, our Community Navigator:

 • Provides individualized guidance and problem-solving;
 • Connects residents to essential services and resources;
 • Offers education on rights and available supports;
 • Accompanies clients to court to ensure access and support.

Together, these services prevent homelessness, reduce housing instability, and expand access to safe, stable, and
equitable housing for Skokie residents.


 2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:


 Total Total Skokie Total Skokie
 Persons Residents Residents
 Served Served Served by
 CDBG Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 1,500 144 144
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 681 70 70
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 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 2042 191 191



 2025 Income
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

 3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?

Open Communities will meet its CDBG goals by combining strong referral partnerships, targeted outreach, and high-
quality direct services for Skokie residents. We regularly receive referrals from the Village of Skokie social worker
and other community-based organizations, ensuring residents in need of housing counseling and fair housing support
are connected to our services.

We will conduct workshops and community education to increase awareness of housing rights and available
resources, helping residents identify discrimination and seek assistance early. Outreach through community events
and partnerships with local organizations will expand our reach to Skokie residents most in need of services and
strengthen referral pathways. We will also educate partners on recognizing signs of housing instability and
discrimination, which increases timely referrals and access to services.

Through one-on-one housing counseling, we will support residents facing eviction, foreclosure, and financial
hardship, helping them stabilize their housing and avoid displacement. As housing costs continue to rise, we
anticipate increased demand for these services and are prepared to meet that need.

In addition, we will expand specialized services for older adults through HECM/Reverse Mortgage counseling. With
limited providers of this service statewide, this program offers critical support to older homeowners on fixed incomes,
helping them remain safe in their homes while managing financial pressures.

Together, these strategies will enable Open Communities to increase access to services, serve additional Skokie
residents, and achieve meaningful outcomes in housing stability, fair housing enforcement, and homelessness
prevention.

 4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?


With CDBG funding from the Village of Skokie, Open Communities will serve at least 20 additional Skokie
residents. This funding will also allow us to sustain services for approximately 90 residents whose access to housing
counseling and fair housing support may otherwise be at risk due to uncertainty in federal funding.

Together, this investment will ensure continued access to critical services while expanding our reach to additional
residents in need.



 5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 Yes
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F. Budget
1. Please complete the following table:

 Skokie
 Agency Program
 Program Year CDBG
 Budget Budget
 Portion
 Program Year 2026
 $1,303,968 $40,000 $25,000
 (Oct 1, 2026- Sept. 30, 2027)
 Program Year 2025
 $1,233,701 $35,000 $10,000
 (Oct 1, 2025- Sept. 30, 2026)
 Program Year 2024
 $ 1,221,853 $0 $0
 (May 1, 2024- Sept. 30, 2025)


2. Indicate how CDBG funds are proposed to be used (fill applicable lines only):


 Use of CDBG Funds CDBG Amount

 Payroll of employees providing direct client service* $20,000
 Payroll for general administration of the CDBG grant* $5,000
 Rent** $
 Utilities** $
 Construction/Rehabilitation $
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $25,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.




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Application Summary Sheet
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Please indicate your funding request from either (A) Construction Project / Public Facility
Improvement and/or (B) Public Services below. Organizations may apply for both funding categories
but are not obligated to.

Name for Proposed Project or Service: Substance Use Treatment for Skokie Teens and Adults

Project Location: PEER Services, 906 Davis Street, Evanston, IL & 8324 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL


 A. Construction Project / Public Facility Improvement Request:
 Sponsor Organization Match (25% minimum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $
 CDBG Funding Request (75% maximum of Total Estimated Project Cost): $

 Total Estimated Project Cost: $



 B. Public Service Request:
 Total Public Service Funding Request: $15,000



 Contact Information
 Organization Name: PEER Services, Inc.
 DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) Number: 169685161
 (A DUNS Number is required to receive federal funding)
 Contact Name, Title: Anne Brown, Development Director
 Signature:


 The information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. Inaccurate, missing,
 or misleading information may cause this application to be rejected.


 Mailing Address 1: 906 Davis Street
 City, State, Zip: Evanston, IL 60201
 Telephone Number: 847-492-1778
 Fax Number: 847.448.0586
 Email Address: abrown@peerservices.org
 Organization website: peerservices.org

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Application
Skokie Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Program Year dates October 1, 2026- September 30, 2027

All items must be addressed to receive any consideration for funding. Please contact Village staff if you
have any questions.

A. Program
1. Project Description
 Describe the program for which funds are requested, including the purpose, clientele, duration, and
 goals. Explain any new or increased levels of service of the program. If the project has several
 components, please prioritize the key elements of the proposal. (400 words or less)

 According to the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 48.4 million Americans,
 aged 12 or older, needed substance use treatment in 2024, but only 10.2 million (21%) of those
 individuals received treatment. Three significant barriers to receiving care are (1) inability to
 pay for treatment, (2) lack of knowledge or connection to available resources, and (3) stigma
 around addiction and treatment. PEER’s robust substance use treatment program addresses all
 of these barriers, engaging adolescents and adults from Skokie with substance use disorders
 (SUDs) in high-quality, evidence-based, compassionate, and affordable treatment.

 (1) Affordable Treatment. As a safety net treatment provider, over 90% of PEER clients are
 considered low-income and use public insurance or sliding scale fees to access our services.
 Unlike most for-profit AND nonprofit treatment providers, we place no limits on the number of
 uninsured clients or those using Medicaid. We accept all clients and depend on fundraising –
 including funds from the Skokie CDBG grant – to fill the gap between Medicaid/state
 reimbursement (for uninsured clients) and the actual cost of services. We also offer sliding scale
 fees for those clients with private insurance whose coverage does not (fully) cover our services
 and/or who cannot afford co-pays. Through these means, we prioritize low-income Skokie
 clients and provide them with the urgent care they need, helping them take life-saving steps
 towards recovery, regardless of their financial resources.

 PEER Services is licensed by the Illinois Department of Human Services and accredited by the
 Joint Commission. To treat adolescents and adults with alcohol and other drug use disorders,
 we provide individual and group counseling, as well as Intensive Outpatient Program
 counseling (9 hours of treatment weekly for those with severe SUD). We also provide
 Medication-Assisted Recovery (MAR) for adults with opioid use disorders. SUD counseling
 can last from 6 weeks to many months. MAR treatment typically lasts at least one year.

 (2) Building Awareness and Access through Warm Connections. We have built
 partnerships with the Skokie Health Department, the Village of Skokie, Skokie Youth Court, the
 Niles Township high schools, Turning Point, and other local organizations to help reach Skokie
 residents and families who need services. We will continue to reach out to other social services
 providers, the police, the courts, employers, local religious leaders, schools, and other
 institutions to facilitate referrals to treatment and the appropriate coordination of services for
 Skokie clients. PEER partners with TASC on the Second Chances Program which creates warm
 connections to treatment for individuals involved with the criminal justice system, identified at
 the Skokie Court House.

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 Our new Mobile Medication Assisted Recovery (Mobile MAR) program increases awareness
 of and access to our services further, bringing them directly to vulnerable community
 members who have not accessed services within our Evanston clinic or Skokie office due to a
 range of barriers. Since January 5th, our Mobile MAR unit has visited the Niles Township
 Respite Center two mornings a week (8am-12pm), connecting with community members who
 visit the Respite Center along with any other community members interested in learning about
 services. A Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) builds connections with Skokie residents and
 shares information about treatment. A nurse is on hand to answer additional questions and
 conduct an intake assessment for individuals ready to begin MAR treatment on the van –
 making this life-saving treatment available right away, once an individual is ready to begin.

 3) Reducing Stigma. In all we do, PEER staff address community members and clients with
 respect and compassion. Our harm reduction approach means we do not judge where an
 individual is in their substance use but instead work with individuals to support them where
 they are and help them identify and progress toward individual goals. And we understand that
 the recovery journey is not a straight line. The Mobile MAR program brings this orientation
 into the community – focusing on getting to know community members slowly through our
 consistent presence and multiple opportunities to casually connect with our RSS and nurse,
 without judgement or predetermined goals.


2. Previous CDBG Funding
 Has your organization received CDBG funds before? If so, what municipalities have you worked
 with (including Skokie)?


 PEER Services received CDBG funding from Skokie consistently for many years. We
 serve clients from various municipalities in Northern Cook County, including Chicago
 and the primary five north suburban townships: Niles, Maine, Northfield, New Trier, and
 Evanston. In addition to the Village of Skokie, we have received grants from the City of
 Evanston and each of these townships.

 PEER did not receive a grant from the Village of Skokie in 2025. PEER has experienced
 funding cuts at the federal, state, and local levels that impact services the current and
 upcoming fiscal years, making support from the Village of Skokie even more important
 this year. Your support helps to ensure that we can continue serving low-income Skokie
 residents in need of life-saving SUD treatment. Without it, our service capacity will be
 limited and waiting lists significantly longer – a barrier to access as there is a “window of
 readiness” when a person is open to change. That window can quickly close if a person
 cannot access treatment soon after they reach out. We understand that funding for Public
 Services programs is extremely limited and sincerely hope you will consider PEER
 Services to sustain our support to Skokie residents.


3. Will any funds be used for research and development?
 If so, please specify how funds will be used.

 No, all funds will be used to provide direct services to low-income Skokie residents.




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B. Service Area
1. Describe your agency’s service area, listing any municipalities served.

 We serve the northern neighborhoods of Chicago (along with clients from other
 neighborhoods throughout the Chicago) and the primary five suburban townships: Niles,
 Maine, Northfield, New Trier, and Evanston. Municipalities with the highest number of
 clients include Skokie, Evanston, northern neighborhoods of Chicago (Rogers Park,
 Edgewater, West Ridge, Uptown and others), Morton Grove, Des Plaines, and Wilmette.


2. Does this program serve residents of the Village of Skokie?

 Yes. This program serves Skokie residents. Nearly all of the Skokie residents we serve are
 low to moderate income individuals.

 Skokie residents can access services onsite at our main office in Evanston and our satellite
 office at Turning Point in Skokie or via telehealth. The new Mobile MAR program also
 offers recovery and harm reduction support as well as induction to MAR treatment at the
 Niles Township Respite Center and at Connections for the Homeless. We are working to
 identify additional sites for the Mobile MAR program, to increase access even further.


3. Describe any additional criteria for your program.

 As a program licensed by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of
 Behavioral Health & Recovery (DBHR), individuals served must demonstrate a problem
 with alcohol or other drugs and must meet the American Society of Addiction Medicine
 criteria to be served in an outpatient treatment setting. Early intervention clients
 demonstrate problem substance use but do not meet the criteria for an SUD.


4. What facilities, services, or programs are operated in Skokie?

 We provide in-person substance use counseling services at our Skokie office in the
 Turning Point building (8324 Skokie Boulevard) as well as a weekly Early
 Intervention group program. Skokie residents can also participate in counseling and
 Intensive Outpatient Program groups via telehealth. Additionally, our new Mobile
 MAR program is based two mornings per week (8am-12pm) at the Niles Township
 Respite Center, providing recovery support, harm reduction resources, and induction of
 MAR treatment on the van. PEER also provides onsite early intervention support at
 Niles North and Niles West high schools. Finally, we collaborate with TASC
 (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities) to provide substance use
 treatment to justice-involved adults identified at the Skokie Court House.




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 5. Are there other agencies in the same service area that provide the same service? If so, what
 agency or agencies provide(s) similar services?


 Behavioral Services Center provides similar services in Skokie. However, to our
 knowledge, we are the sole safety net substance use treatment provider operating in
 Skokie. We serve everyone regardless of their insurance status or their ability to pay. This
 includes serving uninsured clients and accepting public insurance.

 C. Program Client Statistics
 1. List services provided to clients (meals served, shelter, counseling, day care, etc.):

  Our current services include:
  Substance Use Prevention
  Drug and Alcohol Education
  Youth Early Intervention Counseling
  Adolescent and Adult SUD Counseling
  Medication-Assisted Recovery (MAR) for adults with opioid or alcohol use disorders
  Mobile MAR – bringing MAR to the community via a mobile van
  Bridge Psychiatric Treatment for Clients with Dual Diagnoses
  DUI Risk Education and Treatment
  Substance Use Evaluations
  Mental Health First Aid Training
  Training for Education and Mental Health Professionals & Speakers Bureau



 2. Complete the following table for low- and moderate-income persons assisted for the primary
 purpose of the program, excluding complimentary services such as referrals:

 Total Skokie
 Total Total Skokie Residents
 Persons Residents Served by
 Served Served CDBG
 Funds
 October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 580 66 578
 (proposed upcoming Program Year)
 October 1, 2025 – present 284 33 33

 May 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 565 64 64


 NOTE: Client numbers above exclude students participating in onsite Early Intervention program at Niles
 North and West high schools and community members participating in Mobile MAR program – except for
 those who begin MAR treatment on the van or enroll in other treatment at PEER.

 Since its launch in January 2026, Mobile MAR has visited the Niles Township Respite Center 26 times and
 visited Connections for the Homeless 13 times. In that time, community members have engaged with the van
 147 times (initial interactions and conversations about the van and PEER’s services); 20 have participated in
 assessments (in depth conversations about individuals’ needs with respect to SUD and information about
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 treatment options) and 3 have enrolled in MAR treatment and received their first dose of methadone
 (inductions) on the mobile unit.

 Mobile Unit Visits Engagements Assessments Inductions
 Niles Township Respite
 Center 26 95 12 2
 Connections for the
 Homeless 13 52 8 1
 Total 39 147 20 3


 2025 Income Limits
 Household Size 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons
 Low/Moderate-Income $67,150 $76,750 $86,350 $95,900 $103,600 $111,250 $118,950 $126,600

 NOTE: Household income is the total income of all household members 17 years old or older who contribute to the
 household. The extremely low, very low, and low income limits are based on Median Family Income, in which a
 householder has one or more other persons living in the same household who are related to the householder by
 birth, marriage, or adoption.

 3. How will you meet your CDBG goals for the Skokie residents identified above?

 Our program meets the national objective of increasing access to services to benefit low-
 income people. By increasing access to services and addressing substance use problems
 impacting this population, we will be contributing to making Skokie a suitable living
 environment for low-to-moderate income citizens. Addiction is a problem that seriously
 impacts life in the community. Not only is the person with SUD’s life dramatically
 impacted by the substance use problem, but the lives of children and other family members,
 neighbors, and coworkers are impacted as well. While addiction is widely accepted as a
 problem, the full scope and cost of the problem has often been difficult to quantify. While
 drug overdose deaths have declined since their peak in 2023, overdose remains a significant
 concern. 1 in 6 Americans age 12+ have an SUD, and the vast majority are not receiving
 treatment.

 The staff at Niles Township high schools are extremely concerned about substance use
 among students – especially for those students using frequently, often daily. PEER has a
 close relationship with staff at these schools who refer students who are using to PEER for
 Early Intervention and/or SUD Treatment Services. Families also self-refer their teens to
 PEER. Our counselors have expertise in working with both adolescents and their families.
 The following story provides an example of this work.

 PEER’s early intervention and SUD treatment programs are reducing barriers and increasing
 access to treatment for low- and moderate-income Skokie residents through affordable
 treatment, increased awareness of services and warm connections to services. Our focus on
 meeting each person where they are, without judgement, helps to reduce stigma and increase
 engagement, as well.

 The following stories highlight the impact SUD treatment from PEER Services has on
 Skokie residents. Names have been changed to protect client privacy.

 George’s Story

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 George came to PEER seeking support for alcohol use and has since worked consistently
 with his therapist toward abstinence and a healthier routine. Despite significant health
 challenges and a lapse in sobriety, he remained engaged in care. With PEER’s
 nonjudgmental support, he rebuilt trust with his family and recommitted to recovery. Today,
 George is maintaining sobriety, actively addressing underlying mental health and life
 stressors, and making steady progress grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship.

 Daniel’s Story

 Daniel, a teen who self-referred to PEER, initially struggled with depression, isolation, and
 cannabis use. Through counseling, he built insight into his triggers, developed healthier
 coping strategies, and formed supportive peer relationships. After navigating withdrawal
 challenges, Daniel successfully stopped using cannabis. He completed services with a
 personalized safety plan and the confidence and skills to maintain his progress.


 Linda’s Story

 After decades of substance use and the loss of her son, Linda came to PEER and enrolled in
 the Medication Assisted Recovery program. With methadone treatment, counseling, and
 psychiatric care for depression, she stabilized and began rebuilding her life. Today, Linda
 has over four years of sustained recovery, stronger relationships with her family, and a
 renewed sense of health and hope. She credits PEER with saving her life.


 4. If you receive CDBG funds, how many additional Skokie residents could you serve?

 CDBG funds are essential for our continued service to Skokie residents. We strive to serve 66 or
 more Skokie residents during the 2026-27 program year, providing essential services with a
 profound impact on the lives of low-income residents struggling with substance use and
 addiction.

 Without CDBG funds, our ability to serve Skokie residents who have no insurance or are not
 eligible for state funded services would be diminished and could result in longer waits for
 urgently needed care. PEER would also need to decrease the time we devote to working
 with Skokie schools to identify and provide treatment for adolescents at a crucial time since
 ongoing use has so many detrimental effects on their brain development, academics, and
 their futures, including placing them at greater risk for developing addiction. SUD
 treatment at most agencies (and via private practice) is out of reach for clients with financial
 or insurance challenges, making PEER an essential support for Skokie residents with SUD.


 5. Would this program exist without CDBG funding?
 (Select one)
 X Yes
 No

 Yes, however, wait lists will be longer and the number of individuals served reduced.




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 Construction/Rehabilitation $
 Other administrative costs $
 Please specify:

 Total CDBG Request $15,000
 * Payroll time sheets documenting staff hours and pay rates will be required with invoices.
 ** These costs are not always eligible. The Village must approve a cost allocation plan before
 reimbursement will be made.

 F. Performance Measurement Systems
 1. Project Objectives
 Please check one of the following to identify your agency’s proposed objectives.
 (The selection should reflect the purpose of your agency’s proposed program.)

 X Creating a Suitable Living Environment
 This objective relates to activities that are intended to address a wide range of issues faced by
 low//moderate-income persons, from physical problems with their environment, such as poor
 quality infrastructure, to social issues such as crime prevention, literacy, or elderly health
 services. Includes activities that are designed to benefit communities, families, or individuals, by
 addressing issues in their living environment.
 Providing Decent Housing
 This objective focuses on housing activities whose purpose is to meet individual family or
 community housing needs. It does not include programs where housing is an element of a larger
 effort to make community-wide improvements, since such programs would be more appropriately
 reported under Suitable Living Environments.
 Creating Economic Opportunities
 This objective applies to activities related to economic development, commercial revitalization,
 or job creation.

 2. Project Outcomes
 Please check one of the following to identify your agency’s proposed outcomes.
 (The selection should reflect the result your agency would like to accomplish.)

 X Availability/Accessibility
 This outcome applies to activities that make services, infrastructure, public services, public
 facilities, housing, or shelter available or accessible to low/moderate-income people, including
 persons with disabilities. In this category, accessibility does not refer only to physical barriers,
 but also to making the basics of daily living available and accessible to low/moderate-income
 people where they live.
 Affordability
 This outcome applies to activities that provide affordability in a variety of ways to low/moderate-
 income people. It can include the creation or maintenance of affordable housing, basic
 infrastructure hook-ups, or services such as transportation or day care. Affordability is an
 appropriate objective whenever an activity is lowering the cost, improving the quality, or
 increasing the affordability of a product or service to benefit a low-income household. Example
 #1: A low interest loan program might make loans available to low/moderate-income
 microenterprise businesses at 1% interest, which is far below the market rate. This program
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13995
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, May 4, 2026




Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Minal Desai

Mayor Tennes asked if there were any objections to Trustee Lissa Levy participating remotely. Hearing
no objection, her remote participation was approved.

Call meeting to order and roll call
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tennes.
Roll Call: Trustees Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy, Iverson, Lissa Levy and Mayor Tennes. Trustee
Robinson was absent.
Mayor Tennes made a statement addressing a pattern of antisemitic incidents that had occurred in
Skokie parks in recent weeks. Mayor Tennes said that in the last two weeks, three incidents had taken
place in Skokie parks involving youth using antisemitic language, two of those incidents had escalated
into physical altercations. The Village, Police Department, and Skokie Park District are coordinating
response and accountability efforts and reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring all residents feel
safe and respected.
Actions underway include launching a community-wide campaign promoting kindness and upstander
behavior, training, increasing police presence in parks, exploring the use of park cameras (without
audio capability, per state law), providing antisemitism and incident-response training for park and
summer staff, coordinating efforts with schools, faith leaders, and community organizations,
continuing to track hate crimes and bias incidents, and exploring positive youth engagement
initiatives such as a community wide basketball tournament. Mayor Tennes said hate has no place in
Skokie.

Trustee Pure Slovin supported the Mayor’s remarks. Trustee Pure Slovin asked residents not to spread
rumors and said that the Village has been actively engaging commissioners, staff, and faith leaders.
Trustee Pure Slovin also thanked the Mayor, Chief of Police, Village Manager, and the Human
Relations Commission for taking the incidents seriously and advancing actions.

Trustee Schechter supported the Mayor and Trustee Pure Slovin, and their roles as liaisons to the
Human Relations Commission. Trustee Schechter reported efforts to identify facilitators for training on
Jewish history in Skokie and antisemitism prevention, and emphasized the need to address
discrimination across all populations and a community-wide approach.

Approval of Consent Agenda

David Dalka requested the removal of items related to the Village flag (Corporation Counsel items B
and C), which were removed for separate discussion.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended

Moved: Pure Slovin
Seconded: Kimani Levy
Ayes: Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Nays: None
Absent: Robinson
MOTION CARRIED
Mayor Tennes highlighted the new appointments of recent board and commission appointments.
Mayor Tennes also acknowledged the resignations and thanked them for their service.
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*Approve, as submitted, minutes the regular meeting held Monday, April 20, 2026 and minutes
of the Budget Hearings held on Monday, April 13, Thursday, April 16, Tuesday, April 21, and
Monday, April 27.
Omnibus vote
*Approve Voucher List #1-FY27 of May 4, 2026
Omnibus vote
Proclamations and Resolutions
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month – May 2026
Village Clerk Desai read a proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian,
and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, acknowledging the community’s contributions and significance
nationally and in Skokie.
Jewish American Heritage Month – May 2026
Trustee Pure Slovin read a proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month,
highlighting Jewish contributions to American history and culture, noting the rise in antisemitic
incidents, and reaffirming the Village’s commitment to rejecting antisemitism and supporting the
Jewish community.
Recognition, Awards and Honorary Presentations
Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations
*Appointments
Beautification & Improvement Commission: Vesna Zahos
Economic Development Commission: Nick Greifer
Public Safety Commission: Marcus Hayes
Skokie Police Use of Force Review Board: Ana Popa
Omnibus vote
*Reappointments
Board of Health: Sibyl Yau as Vice Chair and Dr. Edward Linn as Chair
Omnibus vote
*Resignations
Commission on Family Services: Peggy Molina
Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission: Olivia Mahoney
Omnibus vote

Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)

Michelle McKenzie Voigt spoke regarding the Village’s short-term rental pilot program and asked for
reconsideration of the five-day minimum stay and licensing fees.
Lauren Grodnicki spoke in opposition to gas-powered leaf blowers, spoke about health,
environmental, and climate concerns, and electric alternatives.
Imran Shah spoke about concerns regarding infrastructure, public safety, and Village operations.
David Dalka spoke about concerns about infrastructure and safety issues and requested follow-up on
prior Village-related matters.

Presentations and Reports

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Report of the Village Manager
*ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Consulting Services – LCM Architects, Chicago, Illinois -
$57,535.
Motion to concur with staff’s recommendation and request Board Approval for LCM Architects,
Chicago, Illinois in the amount of $57,535 for. ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Consulting
Services.
Omnibus vote

Report of the Corporation Counsel
a. *Ordinance 26-5-C-4785
Motion to adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 58 of the Skokie Village Code relating to the
establishment and administration of a Housing Fund and the creation of a Community Land Trust.
Item A is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on April 20,
2026
Omnibus vote
b. Ordinance 26-5-C-4788
Motion to adopt an Ordinance amending section 2-2 of the Village Code concerning adoption of a
Village Flag. Item B is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was
on April 20, 2026.
This item was removed from the Consent Agenda. David Dalka, said he had no objection to the flag
design but raised concerns about expenditures, infrastructure and service needs and implementation
costs.
Acting Village Manager Wyatt clarified that the Village logo and seal on fleet vehicles and trash cans
are unrelated to the flag adoption and already in place, and that the flag change itself would require
only replacement of a small number of flags at a cost of less than $1,000.
c. Resolution 26-5-R-1619
Motion to approve an Ordinance amending Section 2-2 of the Village Code concerning adoption of a
Village Flag and the companion Resolution approving a new Village Flag design.
Moved: Pure Slovin
Seconded: Schechter
Ayes: Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Nays: None
Absent: Robinson
MOTION CARRIED
d. *Ordinance 26-5-Z-4786
Motion to adopt an Ordinance granting a special use permit to establish and operate an automotive
repair facility at 7309 Monticello Avenue, Skokie, Illinois, in an M3 Industry district, and relief from
§118-218(b)(4) of the Skokie Village Code. Item D is on the consent agenda for second reading and
adoption. The first reading was on April 20, 2026.
Omnibus vote
e. *Ordinance 26-5-C-4787
Motion to adopt an Ordinance amending various sections of Chapter 118 of the Skokie Village Code.
Item E is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on April 20,
2026.
Omnibus vote
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f. Recommendation for proposed Rules of Public Comment and Code of Conduct for Elected and
Appointed Officials at Public Meetings. Item F is on the agenda for first reading. The second reading
will be presented on May 18, 2026 for adoption.
Corporation Counsel Elrod introduced two proposed policies for first reading, developed at the
Board’s direction following prior Committee-of-the-Whole discussion.
The first policy establishes rules for public comment to all Village bodies for orderly and efficient
meetings. The policy codifies the current practice of public comment at the beginning (up to 30
minutes) and end (up to 15 minutes) of meetings, with a uniform three-minute limit per speaker. It
clarifies that public comment is not a dialogue with the Board and outlines additional provisions,
including no audiovisual presentations, addressing members by title, and expectations for respectful
conduct free from hate or harassment. It also prohibits disruptive, threatening, or obscene conduct.
The second policy is a Code of Conduct for elected and appointed officials, applicable to Board and
commission members. Corporation Counsel Elrod said it requires members to act with honesty,
dignity, civility, and professionalism, and to treat fellow members, staff, and the public with respect.
Lauren Grodnicki spoke about concerns of no audiovisual presentations during public comment and
about limited speakers on high-interest items.
David Dalka spoke about service standards for resident follow-up, unresolved infrastructure concerns,
and supported allowing audiovisual materials during public comment.
Shelly Patt thanked the board for the structure of public comment, concerns about limited speakers
on issues, public comments, and supported the ability to extend comment time.
Imran Shah objected to restrictions on visual displays, concerns about fairness, transparency, and free
expression.
Corporation Counsel Elrod clarified public comment rules apply to non-agenda items and the Mayor
has discretion to expand public comment on agenda items. These items will return for second reading
with an enabling ordinance and companion resolutions.
Unfinished Business
New Business
Plan Commission
Plan Commission Case 2026-02P – Site Plan Approval: 7120 Laramie Avenue.
Community Development Director Nyden presented a request from Hillel Torah North Suburban Day
School for site plan approval with relief for improvements at 7120 Laramie Avenue, noting staff and
Planning Commission recommend approval.
Director Nyden outlined the proposed 2,485-square-foot addition, façade improvements,
landscaping, courtyard closures, and parking lot restriping, aimed at enhancing safety, operations, and
aesthetics, including a secure entrance and centralized reception. Parking and circulation will remain
unchanged. Director Nyden reported two relief requests: increased impermeable surface coverage to
68 percent (from 50 percent required), representing a minimal increase over existing conditions, and
reduced bicycle parking (8 spaces proposed vs. 35 required). Director Nyden said the Planning
Commission recommended approval (8–0) and the Appearance Commission issued a certificate of
appropriateness.
Trustee Schechter asked about the 50% impermeable surface standard and variance history. Director
Nyden said the standard is typical for residential districts, many non-conforming properties exist in
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Mayor Tennes encouraged the use of native plantings for stormwater management, and Director
Nyden said staff would work with the petitioner. Trustee Iverson asked about neighboring lot
coverage and the reduced bicycle parking request.
Applicants Stuart Brodsky and Jennifer Slasky of White and Company Architects said the reduced
bicycle parking reflects limited demand from students and confirmed native plantings are included in
the landscape plan.
Lauren Grodnicki spoke about use of permeable paving, rain gardens and supported the reduced
bicycle parking request.
Motion to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission for Plan Commission Case
2026-02P, Site Plan Approval for 7120 Laramie Avenue subject to all conditions.
Moved: Iverson
Seconded: Pure Slovin
Ayes: Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Nays: None
Absent: Robinson
MOTION CARRIED

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Hearing #1: Program Year 2026 Applicant
Presentations.
Mayor Tennes began the public hearing for the Community Development Block Grant for Program
Year 2026. Mayor Tennes said that as a CDBG entitlement community, HUD requires the Village to
provide residents with an opportunity to comment and provide feedback at every stage of the
process. A notice for the hearing was published in the Skokie Review on March 12, 2026. The Mayor
said that while the in-person public hearing would close later in the evening, written public comment
will continue to be accepted via email at publiccomments@skokie.org through June 15, 2026. The
Village Board is expected to vote on the proposed Annual Action Plan at the June 15, 2026 Village
Board meeting.
Justin Malone, Neighborhood and Housing Coordinator and CDBG Administrator, reviewed the CDBG
program and process, this was the first of three required public meetings. He said the draft Annual
Action Plan will be presented June 15 before submission to HUD.
Neighborhood and Housing Coordinator and CDBG Administrator Malone summarized the program’s
eligibility requirements, funding categories, and Skokie’s 50 years as a CDBG entitlement community.
He reported the Village received 19 applications from 17 applicants for Program Year 2026 and that
Skokie’s allocation increased to $550,966 from $532,000 the prior year.
Mayor Tennes called a recess at 8:45 p.m. meeting resumed at 8:50 p.m.
AHS Family Health Center — Dr. Muhammad Paracha requested funding for HVAC replacement and
dental clinic staffing.
Northwest Compass — Sonia Ivanov requested support for housing stability and homelessness
prevention services.
Children’s Advocacy Center — Luna Spivey requested funding for services for child survivors of abuse.
Journeys the Road Home — Shaina Makani requested support for case management and homeless
services.
CJE Senior Life — Hannah Mackler requested funding to replace hallway carpeting at Village Center.
SEARCH 360 — Trina Grogan and Shawn Kirby requested accessibility renovations at the Samoset
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Turning Point Behavioral Health Care Center — Jennifer Sultz requested funding to repaint hallways
and common areas.
North Shore Senior Center — Moira Warnement requested support for senior services and facility
improvements.
Metropolitan Family Services — Daisy Vasquez requested funding for behavioral health services.
Shore Community Services — Erin Ryan requested funding for roof and skylight replacement at the
Lois Lloyd Center.
Orchard Village — Marlene Hodges requested funding for a canopy over exterior stairs at Orchard
Academy.
Early Childhood Alliance of Niles Township — Tina Vanderwarker and Astrid Suarez requested support
for multilingual family liaison services.
Open Communities — Sarah Delgado requested funding for housing counseling and fair housing
services.
Peer Services — Anne Brown and Alicia Gattis requested support for substance use recovery services.
WINGS — Luticia Fiorito requested funding to replace hot water tanks and piping at its Skokie
property.
Housing Opportunity Development Corporation — Laura Youngberg requested capital funding for
affordable supportive housing properties.
Mayor Tennes thanked the organizations for their presentations and community service. Mr. Malone
stated the draft Annual Action Plan will be presented June 15, 2026. He also noted that Connections
for the Homeless withdrew its application and plans to reapply next year.
Motion to close the public hearing
Moved: Trustee Pure Slovin
Seconded: Kimani Levy
Ayes: Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Nays: None
Absent: Robinson
MOTION CARRIED

Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
None

Public Comments by Email
Paula Gremley – Fair Housing
Christopher Whitaker – 404 Article: Flock cameras used in demo showed children’s gymnastics class
Jinsky Jean Pois – Houston Synagogue Terror Plot
Aarish Patel - Environmental Protection


Adjournment: 9:39 pm

Moved: Kimani Levy
Seconded: Pure Slovin
Ayes: Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Nays: None
Absent: Robinson
MOTION CARRIED




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Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees



Monday, May 4, 2026

Approved:



Village Clerk Minal Desai



Approved:



Mayor Ann Tennes




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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