Board of Trustees
Regular MeetingSkokie, IL · February 2, 2026
Minutes
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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 1
Monday, February 2, 2026
Pledge of Allegiance led by Village Clerk Minal Desai
Mayor Tennes asked if there were any objections to Trustee Pure Slovin participating remotely due to
illness. Hearing none, she confirmed that Trustee Pure Slovin would participate remotely.
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
Approval of consent agenda.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy Seconded: Trustee Robinson
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
Mayor Tennes welcomed new commissioners, including Tom Giller to the Commission on
Family Services and Ryan Tappel to the Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission and
were welcomed in absentia.
The Mayor also provided an overview of the Village’s appointment process, noting that
applications are continuously accepted and reviewed, with interviews conducted by the Mayor
and a trustee to align appointments with applicants’ skills and interests.
Mayor Tennes thanked members of the Commission on Family Services who were reappointed
that evening for their continued service.
*Approve, as submitted, minutes of regular meeting held Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Omnibus vote
* Approve Voucher List #18-FY26 of February 2, 2026
Omnibus vote
Proclamations and Resolutions
a. Black History Month – February 2026
b. National Mail Carrier Day and Shoshana Dorman Day – February 4, 2026
Mayor Tennes introduced the Black History Month proclamation, noting that Trustee Robinson would
provide comments before Trustee Kimani Levy read the proclamation.
Trustee Robinson noted the start of Black History Month and acknowledged his role as the first
Black elected trustee in village history, honoring Black leaders whose service has strengthened
the community. He recognized Trustee Kimani Levy as Skokie’s first Black woman village
trustee and expressed his honor in serving with her. Trustee Robinson also highlighted the
presence of Black leadership throughout Skokie and across all levels of public service.
Trustee Kimani Levy read the proclamation celebrating the achievements and contributions
made by African Americans to the village of Skokie's cultural, economic, political, and social
development.
National Mail Carrier Day and Shoshana Dorman Day – February 4, 2026
Mayor Tennes introduced the next proclamation recognizing February 4th as both National Mail
Carrier Day and Shoshana Dorman Day
Trustee Schechter read the proclamation recognizing postal carriers. Shoshana Dorman thanked
those in attendance for their support of her and her community work.
Recognition, Awards and Honorary Presentations
Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations
a. *Appointments
Commission on Family Services: Tom Giller
Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission: Ryan Tappel
Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission: David Coyne as Vice Chair
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b. *Reappointments
Commission on Family Services: Sandra deBettencourt, Michelle Friedman, Marjorie Goran,
Jo Hammerman, Rondell Merrill, Peggy Molina, Beth Negronida, Melissa Ponce, Erin Ryan,
Nancy Schwartz, Annie Shear, Phillip Shefren, Daniel Stalilonis, London Summerville,
Nancy Young, Shajan Jose as Vice Chair and Harold Primack as Chair
The board took a 5 minute at recess 7:50 p.m. and resumed at 7:55 p.m.
Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
Jordan Campagna from the 5000 block of Elm Street, asked the board to place the Elm Street permit
parking issue on a future agenda for board review. Asked staff to review and clarify survey response
procedures. He submitted an Elm Street Permit Parking Review for Public record to the Board.
Elle Schwerin spoke about confusion over the permit parking process, encouraging clarity and
transparency in vote outcomes.
Imran Shah spoke about limits on public visual displays and ethics issues to be reviewed by independent
outside counsel.
Presentations and Reports
c. Strategic Plan Update by President/CEO of CP2 Consulting, Cory Poris Plasch
Cory Poris Plasch provided an update on the strategic planning process and progress since the last
meeting including finalizing targets, identifying implementation teams, conducting staff and public
engagement, and drafting vision and mission statements. She explained target criteria, implementation
team roles, and reported on feedback efforts. Also outlined next steps, including finalizing targets and
initiatives, developing project plans, and establishing a reporting structure to keep the plan active.
Trustee Kimani Levy asked about staff workload and the Spirit Committee. Cory Plasch said the work is
a leadership opportunity and the committee’s role is still unclear.
Trustee Schechter asked how the plan would stay active. Cory Plasch recommended quarterly reporting
and implementation planning.
Mayor Tennes asked about public dashboards. Cory Plasch mentioned Envisio software and staff are
exploring options.
Report of the Village Manager
a. Recommendation for Adoption of Ordinance for Short Term Rentals (STR).
Ordinance 26-2-C-4775
Village Manager Lockerby explained it would be an 18-month pilot program as a stand-alone
ordinance not being codified, with any extension requiring Board approval. The Village would
monitor closely with updates at 6 and 12-month intervals.
Community Development Director Johanna Nyden outlined implementation details: STRs must register
under the new ordinance; eligibility limited to owner-occupied and pre-registered investor-owned units;
limits include one unit per block face and no accessory structures; registration requirements, enforcement
measures, and deadlines (April 1 for registration) were explained; rationale for the 5-night minimum stay
and 18-booking cap was presented.
Mayor Tennes clarified notice requirements, hearing and appeal processes, and eligibility rules for
investor-owned and owner-occupied units.
Trustee Robinson suggested involving the Housing Subcommittee for oversight and community input.
Trustee Lissa Levy asked about registration fee refunds (none) and fund allocation (general fund).
Trustee Iverson spoke about data limitations on STR usage and raised concerns about allowing business
activity in residential zones; Corporation Counsel confirmed home-based businesses must remain
subordinate to residential use.
Trustee Kimani Levy asked about the 5-night minimum. Director Nyden explained it was based on
community feedback and vendor research.
Trustee Schechter expressed concerns about STR concentration in lower-cost areas, the 300-day rental
loophole, and lack of disability accommodations.
Trustee Pure Slovin supported licensing and regulation but opposed the 18-booking limit.
Trustee Lissa Levy suggested increasing the 18-booking limit. Mayor Tennes defended the limit as
neighbor protection but left open for future review.
Trustee Pure Slovin suggested passing the ordinance to begin the process but holding a special
meeting for further review.
Mayor Tennes proposed approving it, gathering data through the registration process including
surveys, then holding a special meeting in June or July after avoiding busy April budget
hearings.
Dean Rauchwerger opposed STRs, noted other municipalities’ bans and proposed amendments:
neighborhood approval, 2 guests per bedroom, and limit to commercial districts.
Imran Shah opposed STRs due to housing availability, costs, safety, and enforcement burdens.
Shelly Patt emphasized STRs are not housing, raised affordability concerns.
David Dalka recommended property inspections before approval.
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Corporation Counsel Elrod clarified the amendments needed: changing "120 days" to "April 1,
2026" in sections 4C and 6E, changing "failure of a licensee" to "failure of any person" in section
10A1, and expanding notice to the entire block or 250 feet, whichever is greater.
Mayor Tennes noted the board will discuss this further in a committee of the whole in June.
Motion to concur with staff’s recommendation as amended and request Board approval to adopt the
Ordinance for Short Term Rentals.
Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy Seconded: Trustee Pure Slovin
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Kimani Levy
Absent: None
Nays: Schechter
MOTION CARRIED
a. *Purchase of Directional Boring Machine – TT
Technologies, Aurora, Illinois – $190,212.
Motion to approve the purchase of Directional Boring Machine form TT Technologies, Aurora, Illinois in
the amount of $190,212.
Omnibus vote.
b. *Purchase of One (1) Water Division Service
Motion to approve the purchase of one Water Division Service Truck in the amount of $80,460.29.
Omnibus vote.
$80,460.29.
c. *Purchase of One (1) Mini Hydraulic
Excavator– Altorfer CAT, East Dundee, Illinois - $77,355.
Motion to approve a contract to Altorfer CAT, East Dundee, Illinois in the amount of $77,355 to purchase
one Mini Hydraulic Excavator.
Omnibus vote.
Report of the Corporation Counsel
Recommendation made by Corporation Counsel Steve Elrod that the Village Board adjourn to a closed
session at the end of this meeting to discuss personnel matters pursuant to section 2(c)(1) of the Illinois
Open Meetings Act.
a. *Ordinance 26-2-T-4771
An Ordinance providing for the installation and establishment of two-way stop sign and four-way stop
sign controls at multiple intersections. Item A is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption.
The first reading was on January 5, 2026.
Omnibus vote.
b. *Ordinance 26-2-Z-4772
Motion to adopt an Ordinance granting a special use permit to allow religious assembly at 5050 Church
Street, Skokie, Illinois in a B2 Commercial district. Item B is on the consent agenda for second reading
and adoption. The first reading was on January 20, 2026.
Omnibus vote.
c. *Ordinance 26-2 Z-4773
Motion to adopt an Ordinance granting site plan approval to establish and operate a religious assembly
use on a one acre or greater site at 5050 Church Street, Skokie, Illinois, in a B2 Commercial district. Item
C is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on January 20, 2026.
d. *Ordinance 26-2-Z-4774
Motion to adopt an Ordinance granting a special use permit to allow a limited retail use at 7550 Linder
Avenue, Skokie, Illinois in an M1 Office Assembly district, and relief from Chapter 118, Section 118-
171(1)e of the Skokie Village Code. Item D is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption.
The first reading was on January 20, 2026.
Omnibus vote.
e. Request for a Closed Session in accordance with paragraph 2(c)(1) of the Illinois Open Meetings Act
pertaining to the review and discussion of personnel matters.
Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy Seconded: Trustee Robinson
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
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Unfinished Business
New Business
Trustee Pure Slovin read remarks connecting International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Black
History Month, highlighting shared lessons of historical injustice, resilience, and the importance of
remembrance in confronting racism, antisemitism, and prejudice.
a. Class G Liquor License Code Amendment Recommendation
Mayor Tennes, as Liquor Commissioner, explained that the village's two Class G liquor license holders
(Sketchbook Brewing and Take Flight Spirits) were currently restricted to serving only what they
manufacture. This was inconsistent with state code which would allow Sketchbook to also serve wine and
spirits, and Take Flight to serve wine and beer.
After receiving a request from Sketchbook's ownership and confirming Take Flight's interest, the
Mayor asked for Board approval to amend Chapter 10 of the Skokie Liquor Code to align with
state provisions. This would be a first reading with second reading scheduled for February 17,
2026.
Trustee Robinson asked if this was limited to just these two businesses. Mayor Tennes and
Corporation Counsel confirmed the ordinance would be generic, enabling any qualified business
to apply for the amended Class G license, with the Mayor as Liquor Commissioner having
authority to issue licenses.
Motion to approve of a Class G liquor license and to amend Chapters 10 and 46 of the Skokie Village
Code.
Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy Seconded: Trustee Robinson
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
Plan Commission
A. Plan Commission Case 2025-22P – Special Use Permit: 8255 Christiana Avenue.
Motion to concur with the Plan Commission to approve the request from Jafar Sangbrash for Special Use
Permit for an automotive repair facility in the M2 light industrial zoning district subject to all conditions.
Mr. Sangtrash works with local school districts to develop after-school programs for high school
students to learn basic vehicle maintenance and explore automotive repair careers. He clarified
during discussion that he currently has 2 students from mechanical classes working with him,
requiring them to attend Oakton College concurrently. He currently has students in Evanston and
intentions to reach out to Skokie districts.
Mayor Tennes commended the vocational training component.
Trustee Robinson excited about connecting career pathways for students, noting many high
schools seek connections with professionals for on-the-job experience.
Trustee Schechter asked about the relocation reason; Mr. Sangtrash explained they had outgrown
their Evanston location.
Motion to concur with the plan commission 2025-22P – Special Use Permit: 8255 Christiana Avenue
subject to all conditions
Moved: Trustee Lissa Levy Seconded: Trustee Robinson
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
B. Plan Commission Case 2025-23P – Special Use Permit: 7240 St. Louis Avenue.
Motion to concur with the Plan Commission to approve the request from Eduardo Romero for a special
use permit for an automotive repair facility in the M3 industrial zoning district be approved subject to all
conditions.
Moved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Iverson
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
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C. Plan Commission Case 2025-26P – Subdivision: 5600 Old Orchard Road.
Trustee Robinson in support of the project and hoped other municipal buildings would follow
suit. Mayor Tennes applauded Cook County partners for the initiative.
David Dalka requested that authorization be withheld until concerns about homeless under the
expressway are addressed.
Motion to concur with staff’s recommendation to grant the subdivision at 5600 Old Orchard Road subject
to all conditions.
Moved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Kimani Levy
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
David Dalka spoke AT&T Fiber infrastructure, trespassing by Metropolitan Family Services
despite prior police reports. He requested enforcement action related to the trespassing and stated
potential demands for leadership changes if the matter was not resolved. Also referenced Illinois
code regarding removal of the Village Manager and called for Board consideration of the issue.
He passed out a memo to the Board.
Don Marchman spoke about communication issues for residents in the southwest corner of
Skokie on Ionia, not receiving village notices, lack of notification regarding tree trimming on his
street and requested restoration to village mailing and notification lists.
Mayor Tennes asked Mr. Marchman to provide contact information for follow-up by Village
Manager Lockerby.
Village Manager Lockerby addressed comments regarding a homeless individual near Golf Road
and the Edens Expressway, noting extensive village, health and human services team, co-
responding team and IDOT involvement, repeated service offers, and the need to balance
assistance with individual choice and constitutional rights.
Citizens comments by email.
Howard Sproull-Global warming caused by CO2 is fictional trash talk, STR mystery sausage.
Bob Kusel-Letter for the record regarding proposed ordinance on Short Term Housing-Feb. 1 email.
Emi Yamauchi-Comment on Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Mr. Jinsky Jean Pois-Alex Pretti Shooting
David Dalka-Fiber internet at 9330 Lorel
Elisabeth Elliott and Dirk Morr-6751 Ionia Ave.-pattern of missed services for the half block of N. Ionia
Ave.
Dimitri & Niki Syllantavos-snowplow issue that caused a damage to our car & missed recycled garbage
pickup.
Dean Rauchwerger-STR/Transient housing issue-Fwd: further input-opposing Airbnb rentals in Skokie-
unnecessary & detracting from the Skokie Residential Community.
Adjournment
Motion to move to go into Closed Session at 9:54 p.m. and adjourn the main meeting immediately upon
the adjournment of closed session.
Motion to adjourn: 9:54 p.m.
Moved: Trustee Kimani Levy Seconded: Lissa Levy
Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
Closed Session
The Closed Session started at 9:58 p.m.
Present were Mayor Tennes, Clerk Desai, Trustees Iverson, Kimani Levy, Lissa Levy, Robinson,
Schechter and Pure Slovin. Also present were Manager Lockerby, Assistant Manager Wyatt and
Corporation Counsel Elrod.
The meeting ended at 10:33 p.m.
Approved:
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Village Clerk Minal Desai
Approved:
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Mayor Ann Tennes
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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 Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, February 2, 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 of regular meeting held Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Go To
5. * Approve Voucher List #18-FY26 of February 2, 2026 Go To
6. Proclamations and Resolutions
a. Black History Month – February 2026 Go To
b. National Mail Carrier Day and Shoshana Dorman Day – February 4, 2026 Go To
7. Recognition, Awards and Honorary Presentations
8. Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations
a. *Appointments
Commission on Family Services: Tom Giller
Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission: Ryan Tappel
Technology Advancement and Transformation Commission: David Coyne as Vice Chair
b. *Reappointments
Commission on Family Services: Sandra deBettencourt, Michelle Friedman, Marjorie
Goran, Jo Hammerman, Rondell Merrill, Peggy Molina, Beth Negronida, Melissa
Ponce, Erin Ryan, Nancy Schwartz, Annie Shear, Phillip Shefren, Daniel Stalilonis,
London Summerville, Nancy Young, Shajan Jose as Vice Chair and Harold Primack as
Chair
9. Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
10. Presentations and Reports
a. Strategic Plan Update by President/CEO of CP2 Consulting, Cory Poris Plasch
11. Report of the Village Manager Go To
a. Recommendation for Adoption of Ordinance for Short Term Rentals (STR). Go to A
b. *Purchase of Directional Boring Machine – TT Technologies, Aurora, Illinois - Go to B
$190,212.
c. *Purchase of One (1) Water Division Service Truck – Sutton Ford, Matteson, Illinois - Go to C
$80,460.29.
d. *Purchase of One (1) Mini Hydraulic Excavator – Altorfer CAT, East Dundee, Illinois - Go to D
$77,355.
12. Report of the Corporation Counsel Go To
a. *An Ordinance providing for the installation and establishment of two-way stop sign Go to A
and four-way stop sign controls at multiple intersections. Item A is on the consent
agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on January 5,2026.
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b. *An Ordinance granting a special use permit to allow religious assembly at 5050
Church Street, Skokie, Illinois in a B2 Commercial district. Item B is on the consent Go to B
agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on January 20,2026.
c. *An Ordinance granting site plan approval to establish and operate a religious
assembly use on a one acre or greater site at 5050 Church Street, Skokie, Illinois, in a Go to C
B2 Commercial district. Item C is on the consent agenda for second reading and
adoption. The first reading was on January 20,2026.
d. *An Ordinance granting a special use permit to allow a limited retail use at 7550 Go to D
Linder Avenue, Skokie, Illinois in an M1 Office Assembly district, and relief from
Chapter 118, Section 118-171(1)e of the Skokie Village Code. Item D is on the consent
agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on January 20,2026.
e. Request for a Closed Session in accordance with paragraph 2(c)(1) of the Illinois Open
Meetings Act pertaining to the review and discussion of personnel matters.
13. Unfinished Business
14. New Business
a. Class G Liquor License Code Amendment Recommendation Go To
15. Plan Commission
a. Plan Commission Case 2025-22P – Special Use Permit: 8255 Christiana Avenue. Go to 22P
b. Plan Commission Case 2025-23P – Special Use Permit: 7240 St. Louis Avenue. Go to 23P
c. Plan Commission Case 2025-26P – Subdivision: 5600 Old Orchard Road. Go to 26P
16. Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
17. 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
Tuesday, January 20,2026
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Mayor Tennes welcomed the Girl Scout Troop 45676. This is ajoint troop from both Walker
School and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, Village Clerk Minal Desai and the Girl
Scouts then led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Tennes informed the board that they had received a request from Trustee Lissa Levy for
approval to attend and participate in tonight's meeting remotely pursuant to section 7 of the
Illinois Open Meetings Act and section 2-3 8 of the Village ofSkokiecode due to illness.
Motion to allow Trustee Lissa Levy to participate in tonight s meeting remotely.
Moved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Kimani Levy
Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Pure Slovin, Schechfer
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
Call meeting to order and roll call.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ann Tennes.
Roll call: Trustees Pure Slovin, Schechter, Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy and Mayor
Tennes.
Approval of Consent Agenda.
Moved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Pure Slovin
Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovm, Schechter
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
*Approve, as submitted, minutes of regular meeting held Monday, January 5, 2026
Omnibus vote.
* Approve Voucher List #17-FY26 of January 20, 2026
Omnibus vote.
Proclamations and Resolutions
Recognition, Awards and Honorary Presentations
Appointments, Reappointments and Resignations
a. Swearing in of the following personnel by Commissioner Nicole Potthast of the
Board of Fire and Police Commission:
Name Old Position New Position
Joseph Dickert New Hire Fire fighter
Avery Albiola New Hire Firefighter
Firefighter Joseph Dickert and Firefighter Avery Albiola introduced and acknowledged family
and friends in attendance.
Mayor Tennes congratulated the firefighters on behalf of the Board, praising the Skokie Fire
Department as a premier, ISO Class 1 department and thanking the families for their support and
sacrifice.
The board took a 5-mmute recess to congratulate the newly swom-in Firefighters at 7:43pm and
resumed at7:48pm.
b. * Resignations
Family Services Commission: Christi McSweeney
Omnibus vote.
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Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
Matt Jarvis recommended creating a transit commission to improve coordination and advocacy
for transportation options, including PACE and CTA routes.
Lieutenant Colonel Arnold Oskin began to speak about the Airbnb and short-term rental
proposal. Mayor Tennes explained that these comments were for non-agenda items and he could
speak when that item came up later in the meeting.
Lauren Grodnicki presented a slideshow on energy balance and climate change. Asked for
stronger building codes, including airtight construction, reduced heat gain, and electrification of
HVAC and water heating.
Imran Shah displayed signs, stated he had requested an ethics review and spoke about
transparency and accountability not being addressed,
David Dalka said he officially moved to 9330 Lorel Avenue. He passed out a letter to the board,
asked for Fiber internet access, stop signs, and county assistance.
Deborah Wilson, identifying herself as "Wheeling's watchdog," spoke about local carjackings,
criticized police response and presented auto theft statistics.
Presentations and Reports
Report of the Village Manager
a. Recommendation for Adoption of Ordinance for Short Term Rentals (STR).
Village Manager John Lockerby noted that staff had been working on restructuring short-term
rentals within the village based on prior board discussions and recommended the board authorize
the ordinance to regulate STRs through a license process balancing neighborhood preservation
with community serving uses,
Community Development Director Johanna Nyden presented the need for regulation, citing life
safety—ensuring residential units meet safety standards—and neighborhood livability, including
preserving character, luniting units per block, and creating accountability and enforcement
mechanisms.
The proposed ordinance included: owner-occupied STRs would be allowed (must be primary
and legal residence)
• Investor-owned units would be grandfathered if already registered as rentals
* 7 consecutive day minimum stay
* Limited to 1 per block face or block
« Initial operator license and unit registration required with associated fees
* 12-month probationary period with maximum 12 stays
<* After probation, up to 18 stays annually if m compliance
• Required training program and inspections
Tmstee Schechter asked about the types of complaints received. Director Nydea explained they
were largely from mvestor-owned properties with issues including parking concerns, trash
placement, visitors going to wrong homes due to unclear advertising, and visitors not knowing
local rules like snow parking regulations.
Mayor Tennes added that complaints to her office included disruptions at all hours from renters
unable to find properties and issues with alternate side parking compliance, which is crucial for
emergency vehicle access.
Trustee Schechter asked if we have the staif capacity to do this enforcement on top of all the
other enforcement.
Village Manager Lockerby noted that the Building Department is under review by an outside
consultant and that additional staff may be recommended, so current staff may not be able to
fully absorb the proposed workload.
Trustee Iverson inquired about how the ordinance would address these issues. Director Nyden
confirmed the code would require photographs of the property front clearly showing the address,
information about local rules posted in units, and training to cover these concerns.
Trustee Iverson noted the fees seemed high. Director Nyden explained the fees reflected the
labor-intensive nature of oversight, including inspections by multiple departments, software
tools, tax collection monitoring, and legal involvement.
Trustee Robinson thanked staff and suggested considering this as a pilot program, proposing they
follow it as written through to learn from the experience before codifying it into an ordinance.
Mayor Tennes supported the pilot idea but suggested a longer timeframe possibly 12-24 months.
Mayor Tennes noted the ordinance was written with a mindset similar to liquor licensing,
emphasizing the importance of protecting the integrity of residential neighborhoods.
Trustee Pure Slovin disagreed with the 7-day minimum, 7 days is a burden on the families that
need to rent them, suggesting 5 consecutive days instead.
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Mayor Tennes agreed that 5 days could be a reasonable compromise.
Trustee Lissa Levy emphasized the urgency: She wanted to know how quickly they could move
forward.
Corporation Counsel Stuart Weiss explained that to make the suggested changes (pilot program
and 5-day minimum), they would need to create a fi-eestanding ordinance not intended to be
codified, with its own sunset provision. This revised ordinance could be brought back in two
weeks for adoption.
Public Comment on STRs;
Arnold Oskin recommended not grandfathering any STRs and keeping the 7-day minimum. He
described a nearby Airbnb's impact on privacy, safety, and community well-being.
Lauren Grodnicki asked the board not to vote that night, asked for a resident-only working group
and highlighted waste, security, and condo short-term rental approval concerns.
David Dalka asked to delay action, noted temporary rental needs and address signage
enforcement issues.
Matt Jarvis spoke about the fee structure combined with stay limits.
Gordan K-alabic showed a video on his phone of a loud wedding with over 50 people at the STR
next to him.
After closing public comment. Mayor Tennes clarified that the grandfather clause would not
exempt existing STRs from the new rules - they would be subject to all regulations, fees, and
enforcement mechanisms. Mayor Tennes also confirmed there were caps on stays per year: 12
during probation, 18 thereafter.
Motion to request staff to develop afreestanding ordinance reflecting an 18-month pilot period
with written reports to the board at 6 and 1 2-month junctures with a final report at 18 months and
to modify the minimum stay from 7 to 5 days. This will come back to the board for consideration
on February 2nd, 2026.
Moved; Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Pure Slovin
Trustee Schechter asked about the investor-owned properties and wanted more information about
how many would be grandfathered and whether they were the source of most complaints. Mayor
Tennes reiterated that mvestor-owned properties would be subject to all rules and could quickly
lose their licenses if non-compliant.
Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure SIovin, Schechter
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARK1ED
a. "Tire Squad/Pumper Replacement - Fleet #101/Rescue 17 Pierce Enforcer
- Pierce Manufacturing/MacQueen Emergency, Aurora, Illinois - $ 1,451 ,348.
Motion to approve a contract to Pierce Manufacturing/MacQueen Bmergency, Aurora, IL in the
amount of $1,451,348 for Fire Squad/pumper replacement.
Omnibus vote.
b. ^Purchase of One (1) CASE 651G Wheel Leader - McCann Industries
Inc., Addison, Ulinois - $220,307.
Motion to award a contract to McCann Industries, Inc., Addison, IL in the amount of $220,307
for purchase of one CASE 651 wheel leader.
Omnibus vote.
c. *Request to Sell Surplus Vehicles and Equipment.
Motion to approve the request to sell surplus vehicles and equipment.
Omnibus vote.
Report of the Corporation Counsel
CONSENT
:i:A Resolution regarding the approval and release of closed session minutes of the Mayor and
Board of Trustees. Item~A is on'the consent agenda for first readmg and adoption.
Resolution 25-1-R-1613
Motion to approve a Resolution regarding the approval and release of closed session minutes of
the Mayor and Board ofTmstees.
Omnibus vote.
Unfinished Business
New Business
a. Case 2025-03M - A request by Old Orchard Apartments, LLC at 5202-5250 Old
Orchard Road for an amendment to site plan approval ordinance 24-4-Z-4683 through the
modified review procedure.
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Motion to approve the petitioner's request to amend site plan approval Ordinance 24-4-Z-4683
and to modify the site plan at 5202-5250 Old Orchard Road to reflect the current ownership and
according to the proposed plan set dated November 20,2025.
Plan Commission Chabperson Paul Luke presented the modified review request from 5250 Old
Orchard LLC to amend the previously approved site plan for the mixed-use development. He
explained that he, the corporation counsel, and community development director had reviewed
the request and found it m substantial compliance with the origmal, approval's intent.
The original approval from April 15, 2024, authorized adaptive reuse of two existing 7-story
office buildings to include office space and 245 residential units, conversion of the parking
garage upper deck to recreational space, addition ofEV charging stations, and retention of the
existing clinic. The developer had agreed to designate 5% of south tower units as affordable
housing at 120% AMI for 25 years,
The requested modifications included:
• Minor facade changes and reconfiguration of exterior balconies
• Relocation offirst-ftoor residential units to higher floors
• Removal of the amenity deck from the parking garage roof due to structural concerns
o Additional recreational amenities at ground level
• Removal of 35 parking spaces to accommodate amenities
• Additional landscaping along the garage's northwest elevation
• Modification to eliminate affordable units in favor of a $1 million contribution ($400,000
with north tower permits, $600,000 with south tower permits)
Tmstee Lissa Levy asked about the fee structure and timing of affordable units.
Developer Alien Lev responded that the project is a rehabilitation of existing buildings and that
high upfront costs made it financially marginal, while exceedmg required contributions.
Mayor Tennes requested a modification to split the contribution evenly: $500,000 with north
tower permits and $500,000 with south tower permits, which the developer agreed to
accommodate.
Trustee Schechter asked why this wasn't returning to plan commission.
Director Nyden said this qualified as modified review with no intensity increase or cross-
easement issues.
Trustee Schechter said that 120% AMI would not constitute affordable housing in Skokie. Mr.
Lev acknowledged this but noted their adaptive reuse approach would still offer rents
"significantly less than the new projects like the Henry and Optima.
Trustee Kimani Levy asked about community notification and traffic concerns. Director Nyden
explained the original 2024 process included proper notification within 250 feet., and the traffic
study showed this would be less intense than office use. Mr. Lev confu-med the garage couldn't
support the added load of the amenity deck but was otherwise structurally sound.
Public Comment:
Deborah Wiison spoke about the lengthy timeline of the Old Orchard Road construction project
and encouraged stronger advocacy with IDOT.
David Dalka opposed to converting office buildings to residential and asked about a fourth
ambulance.
Lauren Grodmcki supported reuse of the building envelope and spoke about energy efficiency
concerns.
Mr. Lev stated the project would comply with all Illinois and Skokie energy codes but that
replacing the entire curtain wall would be cost-prohibhive. They were already modifying it to
add operable windows and balconies.
Motion to concur with modified review case 2025-03M with the change to split the million-
dollar fee 50/50.
IMCoved: Trustee Robinson Seconded: Trustee Pure SIovia
Ayes: Robinson, Iverson, Pure SIovin, Schechfer
Absent: None
Nays: Kimani Levy, Lissa Levy
MOTION CARJRIED
Plan Commission
A. Plan Commission Case 2025-16P - Special Use Permit: 5050 Church Street.
Motion to concur with staffs recommendation to approve the petitioner's request for a special
use permit for a religious assembly subject to all conditions.
Moved: Trustee Kimani Levy Seconded: Trustee Pure SIovin
Ayes: Schechter, Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin
Absent; None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
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Mayor Tennes was in support, commending both staff and the petitioner for working m good
faith to rectify parking issues. Mayor Tennes emphasized the board's commitment to protecting
residential neighborhood integrity and expected continued good faith efforts.
Tmsfee Pure Slovin was in support of the project and appreciation for resolving parking issues.
Trustee Kimani Levy seconded Trustee Pure Slovin's excitement and looked forward to the
project moving forward.
Tmstee Robinson offered congratulations to the community for their continued support.
Trustee Schechter appreciated the continuation of the building as a community center use.
David Dalka supported the expansion but had parking concerns and suggested no-parking during
services, split service times, and ComEd beautification.
B. Plan Commission Case 2025-17P - Site Plan Approval: 5050 Church Street.
Motion to concur with staffs recommendation to grant the site plan approval subject to all
conditions,
Moved: Trustee Robiasos Seconded: Trustee Schechtcr
Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iversou, Lissa Levy, Pure SIovin, Schechter
Absent: None
Nays: None
MOTION CARRIED
C. Plan Commission Case 2025-19P ~ Special Use Permit: 7$50 Under Avenue.
Motion to concur with staffs recommendation to grant the special use permit from Gandhi
Group LL for a special use permit for a limited retail use, plus relief from 118-171(l)e in order
to provide a limited retail use that exceeds 10% of the total floor area at 7550 Under avenue
subject to all conditions,
Moved: Trustee Pure SIovin Seconded; Trustee Robinson
Ayes; Kimaoi Levy, Robinson, Iverson, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechfer
Absent: Nooe
Nays: None
MOTION CARMED
Public Comment (3 minutes per person, maximum of 30 minutes)
Alex Chammo, an Assyrian community member and lifelong Skokie resident, thanked the board
for approving the church project. He noted he had been a camp counselor at the JCC, calling it
"full circle" and expressing appreciation for the board accepting the approval.
Public Comments by email-
David Dalka-Reserved residential parking handicapped, also passed out a letter to the Board,
Mayor and management.
Howard Sproult-For the love of C02,
Irina Kudinok-STR proposal for 1/20, meeting
Mr. Jinsky Jean Pois-Renee Good shooting
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn: 9:57 p,m.
Moved: Trustee Kimani Levy Seconded: Robinson
Ayes: Kimani Levy, Robinson, Iversoa, Lissa Levy, Pure Slovin, Schechter
Nays: None
Absent: None
MOTION CARRIED
Approved:
Village Clerk Minai Desai
Approved:
Mayor Ann Tennes
items marked with an asterisk f) indicate they are part of the Consent Agenda that contains routine items or items which have
afready been discussed by the Mayor and Board at a previous public meeting and require a second reading. Items on the Consent
Agwda 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, pSease inform the Mayor at that time you wish to remove it from the Consent Agenda,
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VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
FUND
001-GENERAL FUND $ 1/389/760
002-WATER FUND 37/567
003 " MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND 46/635
007 - VISITOR'S BUREAU FUND 31/182
008 - COMMUNITY DEV BLOCK GRANT 8/000
013-CASH ESCROW FUND 2/500
014-TIF SCIENCE &TECH 2/500
017 - CTA PARKING LOT FUND 131
020 - CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND 161/159
022 - CASUALTY SELF INSURANCE 87/230
025 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND 150/610
030-OAKTON&NILESTIF 600
144 ~ OLD ORCHARD BUSINESS DISTRICT $ 442/603
ALL FUNDS TOTAL $ 2/360/477
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VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
invoice Refft FY Date Vendor invoice Description Amount
231063 01/21/2026 A-B WINDOW CLEANING COMPANY JAN 2026 WINDOW CLEANING @ PW & VH 765.50
231084 01/21/2026 ACME TRUCK BRAKE & SUPPLY CO STOCK-PUSH/PULL VALVE 309.54
231287 01/27/2026 ACME TRUCK BRAKE & SUPPLY CO STOCK-AIR HOSE 168.07
231319 01/28/2026 AETNA TRUCK PARTS INC STOCK- BATTERY 279.76
231121 01/23/2026 AETNA TRUCK PARTS INC STOCK- CLAMP 204.10
231026 01/20/2026 AETNA TRUCK PARTS INC PLOW AND UNDERBODY BLADES 7,338.15
231005 01/20/2026 AIR CLEANING SPECIALISTS INC. AIR FILTRATION SYSTEM 11,148.24
230738 01/12/2026 AIR ONE EQUIPMENT 1NC SCBS REPAIRS 962.50
230902 01/15/2026 AIR ONE EQUIPMENT 1NC ATTACKPRO TRUCK CHARGER 2,050.00
231054 01/21/2026 AL WARREN OIL CO. !NC. B5 DIESEL 21,555.12
231120 01/22/2026 ALLIANCE DiSTRIBUTiON HOLDINGS !NC GREASE FOR EXTRACTOR BEARINGS 146.29
231111 01/22/2026 ALUSONARICKETT PHEP GRANT GENERAL SUPPLIES 3,115.00
231073 01/21/2026 ALVARE2 INC. GARLAND INSTALL & BOWS 3,036.00
231219 01/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES UTHIUM BATTERIES -N1KOLOPOUL05 2,265.28
231300 01/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CARD HOLDER/CLiPS -OKON 65.76
230974 01/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CREDIT MEMO (13.00)
230975 01/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CREDIT MEMO (16.82)
230976 01/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CHANNEL PARK BANNERS 79.56
230977 01/20/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SALT CORSOSION INHIBITOR 111.96
231297 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SUPPLiES FOR OFFICE EVENTS 132.87
231113 01/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CH-OFFICE SUPPLIES 71.99
231220 01/22/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CREDIT FOR 1 LiTHIUM BATTERY -NIKOLOPOULOS (566.32)
231086 01/21/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES STOCK - RELAY 34.12
231140 01/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE SUPPLIES - FIRE DEPT. 52.24
231142 01/23/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES WATER FILTERS FOR STATION 18 110.54
230892 01/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES I PAD CASE 23.99
230894 01/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FLOORSCRUB8ERSOAP 103.56
230901 01/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS 119 - FLOOR MATS 39.91
230909 01/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES PAPER BAGS-FIRE OEPT 13.99
230918 01/15/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE SUPPLIES - HEALTH DEPT. 18.99
230924 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES VEHICLE SNOW BRUSH 74.91
230930 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES STOCK-AMBER UGHT 92.44
230945 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE 5UPPUE5-FIRE DEPT 14.46
230946 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES BEADED BALL CHAIN AND STOP 63.63
230942 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES UN!FORM SHOES - GH AND SW 297.13
230943 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES UNIFORM SHOES TS 52.50
231289 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SMALL COMPUTER FAN -MALTESE 87.66
231290 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES BROTHER P-TOUCH TAPE REPLACEMENTS -MAITESE 161.94
231291 01/16/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES MAME BADGE INSERTS -OKON 15.90
230626 01/07/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES MEETING ROOM SUPPLIES - SKOKIE RRE 113,68
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Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount
231036 01/08/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES SPOTLIGHT FOR ENGINEERING 49.96
231090 01/12/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES THREE HOLE PUNCHER -S.ANDERSON 13.13
231093 01/12/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES TERMINAL CONNECTORS/METER-NIKOLOPOU LOS 71.12
231096 01/12/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES TRAINING SIMULATOR-KANE 79.95
231097 01/12/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES TRAUMA ORESSING/GAU2E -KANE 223.04
231100 01/13/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES POST IT NOTES -S.ANDERSON 20.10
231094 01/14/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CREDIT FOR 1 TERMINAL COMNECTQRS/METER -NSKOLOPOULOS (17.78?
231217 01/14/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES UTHIUM BATTERY CHARGERS -N!KOLOPOULOS 671.97
231323 01/28/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES STOCK-INK CARTRIDGES 71.98
231327 01/28/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES COMPUTER ACCESSORIES / WD 6TB HD / KEYBOARD COMBO 637.82
23130S 01/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES DESK NEATER REPLACEMENT 34.97
231309 01/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE SUPPLIES DiVIDER TABS 9.52
231316 01/28/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES STOCK- REFLECTIVE TAPE 91.20
231258 01/27/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES FLASHLIGHT 29.71
231298 01/24/2026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES CREDIT FOR OFFICE SUPPLY (52,50)
231109 01/22/2026 AMY MCMANUS DINNER REIMBURSEMENT - MRC 17.39
230941 01/16/2026 ANDERSON LOCK COMPANY LTD REPLACE BAD EL STRIKE @ STATION ftl6 629.40
231211 01/06/2026 ANDER50N PEST SOLUTIONS PEST CONTROL MAiNTENANCE FOR PO -01/2026 265.42
231329 01/28/2026 ARK DATA CEMTERS LLC STAASMULTI-TENANT-BACKUP AND ARCHIVE 556.20
231085 01/21/2026 ARMANDOGRACIA REIMBURSEMENT FOR OPT!C MOUNTING 125.00
230935 01/16/2026 ASAP GARAGE DOOR REPAIR INC OVERHEAD DOORS REPAIR® FIRE #18 982.10
231092 01/20/2026 ASSOC. OF POLICE SOCIAL SERViCES ASSOCIATiON GENERAL MEMBERSHIP 2026 -JUUE KIM 75.00
231310 01/27/2026 AT&T MOBILITY REPLACEMENT IPADS'FD 4,799.95
231032 01/14/2026 AUBREY SIGN CO. PLAQUES FOR COUNCIL CHAMBERS 720.00
231212 01/09/2026 AUTHORIZED PHOTO SERVICE !NC MAINT/REPAiR NIKON 2 II AND LENS SN: 3044780, 20418940 -JAWORSKi 180.00
231214 01/09/2026 AUTHORIZED PHOTO SERVICE !NC MAINT/REPAiR NIKOM Z LENS SN: 20027543 -JAWORSKI 35.00
231061 01/14/2026 AXON ENTERPRISE INC TASER 7 HOLSTER5/CARTRIDGE CARRIER -RUSSELL 1,653.65
231127 01/23/2026 AZAVAR TECHNOLOGIES CORP CONTtNGENCY PAYMENT- NOVEMBER 2025 103.14
231053 01/21/2026 BILL'S PLUMBING AND SEWER INC. LEAD LINE REPLACEMENT @ 4932 FARGO 6,000.00
231056 01/21/2026 BILL'S PLUMBING AND SEWER INC. LEAD LIME REPLACEMENT @ 7855 EAST PRAtRIE 6,000.00
231017 12/31/2025 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF IL EMPLOYEE INSURANCE CLAIMS DEC 2025 967,948.79
230913 01/15/2026 BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC BLOOD PRESSURE CUFFS 184.74
231135 01/23/2026 BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF SYSTEMS FOR AMBULANCES G25.80
231136 01/23/2026 BOUMD TREE MEDiCAL LLC FP8 FIRST AID CAR KITS 467.81
231039 01/13/2026 BRECHBUHLER SCALES, INC PORTABLE SCALE CERTIRCATiON -NIKOLOPOULOS 180.00
231190 01/26/2026 BRIAN O'DONNELL ZONING MEETING - JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 330.00
231324 01/28/2026 8S&A INTERMEDIATE LLC PERMIT APPLICATION SERVICE FEES 2,172.00
230905 01/15/2026 BUILDING & FIRE CODE ACADEMY BUILDING CODE INSTRUCTION 990.00
231052 01/14/2026 C&H PRECISION, LLC OPTIC MOUNT FOR RANGE -OKON 67.37
231326 01/28/2026 COW GOVERNMENT JNC LOGITECH MK850 WRLS KEYBOARD MOUSE 853.20
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VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount
231045 01/21/2026 CHICAGO METROPOLITAN FIRE PREVENTN 8/A MONITORING 1-1-26 THRU 3-31-26 125.25
231035 01/01/2026 CHICAGO'S NORTH SHORE CVB ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION FY2026 - 3RD QUARTERLY INSTALLMENT 31,182.00
231076 01/15/2026 CHRISTENSEN ANIMAL HOSPITAL DEC 2025 VET SERVICES 4,596.73
230920 01/15/2026 CHRISTOPHER B BURKE ENGINEERING LTD CRAWFQRD AVENUE PHASE li DESiGN(COUNTY) 5,308.61
231013 01/20/2026 CIVICPLUS ELECTRONIC CODE UPDATES FY2026 - PDF 202 SUPPLEMENT 927.05
231098 01/21/2026 CLAIM MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS LLC PRE-FUND WORKERS COMP. 69,032.36
231311 01/27/2026 COMCAST BUSINESS PD COMCAST ANNUAL fNVOICE 915.60
231175 01/26/2026 COMED 7949 LINCOLN AVE 461.01
231176 01/26/2026 COMED 8001N!LE5AVE 542.57
231177 01/26/2026 COMED 0 OLD ORCHARD LITE RT/25 WOODS DR 20.53
231178 01/26/2026 COMED 8350 LINCOLN AVE UTE & LINCOLN #1 21.44
231179 01/26/2026 COMED 3360 CLEVELAND ST LITE 273,89
231180 01/26/2026 COMED 8109LAWNDALEAVEUTE 293.38
231270 01/27/2026 COMED 0 W BABB AVE LITE RT/25 N LINCOLN 28,527.42
231272 01/27/2026 COMED 0 E. PRAIRIE UTE RT/23 & ST. LOUIS 26,768.88
231154 01/26/2026 COMED 0 NE CLEVELAND ST FLORAL 54.96
231155 01/26/2026 COMED 9990 SKOK!E BLVD 382.19
231156 01/26/2026 COMED 0 NILES AVE LITE & SEARLE PKWY 280.23
231158 01/26/2026 COMED 0 CLEVELAND ST LITE RT/25 & LINCOLN 267.66
231159 01/26/2026 COMED 0 SKOKIE BLVD LITE METER GOLF RD 457.87
231160 01/26/2026 COMED 5127 OAKTON ST 970.64
231161 01/26/2026 COMED 4536 OAKTOH ST CONTROLLER 372.91
231162 01/26/2026 COMED 8000 LOCKWOOD AVE LITE 486.80
231163 01/26/2026 COMED 4031 OAKTON ST LITE CONTROLLER 543.45
231164 01/26/2026 COMED 8200 SKOKIE BLVD PARKING LOT UTES 180.36
231166 01/26/2026 COMED 8200 SKOKIE BLVD UGHTtNG 487.96
231167 01/26/2026 COMED 4630 GOLF RD TRAFRC SIGNALS 104.62
231168 01/26/2026 COMED 5019 CAROL ST UTE RT/25 31.73
231169 01/26/2026 COME D 8651 SKOKIE BLVD 95.71
231170 01/26/2026 COMED 8901 SKOKIE BLVD 38.35
231171 01/26/2026 COME D 8051 CENTRAL. PARK AVE LITE RT/25 365.17
231172 01/26/2026 COMED 8150 SKOKIE BLVD KISS & RIDE 147.93
231173 01/26/2026 COMED 4002 1/2 JARVIS AVE COMPTRL CABINET 84.17
231126 01/13/2026 COMED 5001 DEMPSTER ST PARKING LOT 131,31
230925 01/16/2026 COMMEROAL TIRE SERVICES !NC FIREBlGR-TiRES 834,00
231268 01/27/2026 COMPRE5SOR SERVICES ANNUALSERVICEATPW 996,01
231181 01/26/2026 COOK COUNTr' TREASURER 4TH QUARTER MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS 3,167.53
231025 01/20/2026 CORE & MAIN LP WATER MAIN REPAIR SUPPUE5. CLAMPS 3.130.00
231203 01/26/2026 CYNTHIA FRANKLIN PLANNING MEETING - JAN 15, 2026 90.00
231196 01/26/2026 DANIEL STRAUSS ZONING MEETING - JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 180.00
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VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount
231320 01/28/2026 DAVID NYGREN SAFETY SHIRTS 34.92
231194 01/26/2026 DAVID PUTRUS ZONiNG MEETING-JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 180.00
231195 01/26/2026 DAVIDSOLOW ZONfNG MEETiNG-JAN7 90.00
231118 01/22/2026 DEFENSfVE SOLUTIONS CORP. EXTRACTOR SOAP AND SAMITSZER 1,426.53
231049 01/13/2026 DEMISE FRANKLIN REIMBURSEMENT FOR RETIREMENT EVENT 40.59
231112 01/14/2026 EAP CONSULTANTS LLC EAP MONTHLY ADMIN FEE 577.20
231186 01/19/2026 EDUWIGESRODRIGUEZ REPLACE DRYWALLAND PAINTING FOR MAIN STREET PROPERTY (THE STOREFRONT) 2,700.00
231192 01/26/2026 ELAINEJACOBSON ZONING MEETING-JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 180.00
230959 01/16/2026 ELEVATED SAFEHLLC CONFINED SPACE TRT TRAINING - FINNANDER AND MALONEY 2,800.00
231182 01/23/2026 ENDEAVOR HEALTH OMEGA 2026 DOT RANDOM CONSORTIUM 7,844.00
231021 01/20/2026 ENGINEERING ENTERPRISE INC LEAD SERVICE LINE INVENTORY SERVICES 420.00
231047 01/12/2026 ENSURITY MOBILE CORP V3E-PURSUiTTRACKERS/5ERV!CE-NIKOLOPOLOUS 1,875.00
231082 01/17/2026 EQUIFAX INFORMATiON SVCS LLC LOCAL CREDIT REPORT & ANCILLIARY SERVICES -JAN 2026 25.00
231099 01/11/2026 EXPONENT, INC EVIDENCE STORAGE 30,00
230929 01/16/2026 F:AST MRO SUPPLIES INC STOCK-BRAKE CLEANER 561,05
231014 01/20/2026 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES WATER METER RECEPTACLES 4,095,00
231015 01/20/2026 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES WATER METER RECEPTACLES 20,198,40
231119 01/22/2026 FIREDEXGW,LLC RREFIGHTSNG GEAR REPAIR 1,794.92
231080 01/16/2026 FIRST AMERICAN BANK GRAND JURY SUBPOENA RESEARCH -O'DEA 20.00
230934 01/16/2026 FOSTER COACH SALES INC AMBULANCE 17R-STRUTS 1,861.20
230958 01/16/2026 G&M TRUCKING INC DIRT REMOVED- DECEMBER 2025 2,500.00
231012 01/20/2026 G&M TRUCKING !NC CA-7 STONE 2,039.27
231022 01/20/2026 G&M TRUCKING !NC DIRT REMOVED 2,400.00
231024 01/20/2026 G&M TRUCKING INC LEAD LINE RESTORATION MATERIAL - CA 7 STONE 2.317.29
231057 01/21/2026 GALLAGHER MATERIALS INC COLD PATCH 3,661.77
231064 01/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY PUBLIC WORKS 128 - OiL FILTER 7.32
231065 01/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-FUEl FILTER 166.20
231070 01/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK - LIGHTS 68,90
231081 01/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY VILLAGE HALL 76T - BATTERY 144.55
231115 01/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-OIL 47.56
231129 01/23/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK - TERMINAL CLEANER 9.80
231130 01/23/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-ADHEStVEERASER 82.58
231123 01/23/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-WiPER 20.72
231124 01/23/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK. AOHEStVE ERASER 82,58
231101 01/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-A1RRLTER 5.86
231103 01/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-OIL RLTER 14.64
231104 01/22/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK - BELT 25.43
231087 01/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-FUEL FILTER 77.40
231088 01/21/2026 GENUINE PARTS COtVlPAN/ RRE221T-AfR FILTER 11.72
231174 01/26/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-BATTERIES 41.82
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FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount
231165 01/26/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK - BELT 76.29
231143 01/23/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY FIRE 208-STARTER 154.G7
230927 01/16/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-WiPERS 64.92
230928 01/16/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY PUBUC WORKS 172 - PORTABLE NEATER 85.13
230893 01/15/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY POLICE 315-PURGE VALVE 43.69
230891 01/15/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY PUBLIC WORKS 161 - AIR FILTER 52.65
230881 01/14/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK "FUEL FILTER 58.62
231199 01/26/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-50LENOID 50.70
231279 01/27/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK-Oil FILTER 17.52
231293 01/27/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK - ABRASIVE DISC 22,96
231318 01/28/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY STOCK -OiL FILTER 57,04
231322 01/28/2026 GENUINE PARTS COMPANY PUBUC WORKS 169-OIL 100.68
231046 01/21/2026 GEORGE MiCHEL CLAfM REIMBURSEMENT 11/26/2025 6,500.00
2311U 01/22/2026 GFLEREEHOLDCOfNC SFDAFFF REMOVAL 4,357.00
231144 01/23/2026 GOLF MILL FORD POLICE 327T-SEALS 347.08
231141 01/23/2026 GOLF MILL FORD PUBLIC WORKS 179T - OELSEPARATOR 794.79
231132 01/23/2026 GOLF M!LL FORD STOCK - KEYS 716.08
230908 01/15/2026 GOLF MILL FORD PUBLIC WORKS 315 - PURGE VALVE 84.14
231277 01/27/2026 GOIF MILL FORD PUBLIC WORKS 137-MUD FLAPS 309.64
230952 01/16/2026 GRAINGER LEVER DOOR HOLDER FOR VH 40.09
231059 01/21/2026 GRAYSINC STOCK-.PLOW BLADES 1,760.00
230953 01/16/2026 GROOTINDUSTRIESINC 501LSPOIL5 416.10
230916 01/15/2026 HEALTH INSPECTiON PROFESSIONALS 1NC DECEMBER HEALTH INSPECTIONS 3,300.00
231108 01/22/2026 HENRY SCHEININC MEDICAL SUPPLIES'CHOLESTEROL SUPPLIES 279.92
231189 01/26/2026 HIGH PS! LTD POD PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE 269.63
231183 01/23/2026 1/0 SOLUTIONS INC LATER PO RECRUITMENT 5,500,00
230887 01/14/2026 ILCMA JOB POSTING MW I (WATER & SEWER) 50.00
231038 01/13/2026 ILLINOIS DEPT OF AGRICULTURE 3 PORTABLE TRUCK SCALES TO BE RECERTIFIED -NtKOLOPOULOS 900.00
231089 01/20/2026 ILLINOIS DIVISION lAi REGISTRATION FOR (3) OFFICERS- IDiAI CONFERENCE 975.00
231034 01/20/2026 ILLINOIS TOLLWAY Q4 2025 FLEET TOOLS 147.62
230811 01/13/2026 IMAGE TRENDING PRE PLAN SOFTWARE 4,815.00
231051 01/21/2025 iMPERIAl SUPPLIES LLC FD ENGINE LED HEADLIGHTS 1,866.75
231071 01/15/2026 1MPRIMUS EVIDENCE WORKSHOP CLASS -3 OFFICERS 449,00
231040 01/12/2026 INTERNATIONAL ASSN FOR PROPERPi' 2026 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL -BERKOWiTZ 65,00
231041 01/12/2026 INTERNATIONAL ASSN FOR PROPERPC 2026 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL -MIURA 65,00
230S56 01/07/2026 EQBAL KALOTA REIMBURSEMENT FOR REFRESHMENTS FOR MEASURE GALLERY ON 1/7/26 35.90
231271 01/14/2026 iSBS NEW COPIER FOR PW 14,645,00
231274 01/14/2026 ISBS MAINTENANCE CREDIT FOR OLD COPIER #09561 (268.10)
230845 01/13/2026 JGUMIFORMSiNC NEW HIRE CLOTHING-FD 537.40
230949 01/16/2026 JG UNIFORMS INC NEW HIRE CLOTHING-FD 217.35
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VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
invoice Refff FY Date Vendor invoice Description Amount
230967 01/19/2026 JG UNIFORMS !NC NEW HIRE UNIFORMS-FIRE 741.15
230968 01/19/2026 JG UNIFORMS INC NEWHiRECLOTHING-FIRE 519.65
230969 01/19/2026 JC UNIFORMS INC REPLACEMENT POLOS- FIRE 119.00
230970 01/19/2026 JG UNIFORMS INC REPLACEMENT DUTY PANTS-FIRE 133.70
230971 01/19/2026 JG UNIFORMS INC REPLACEMENT DUTY PANTS- FIRE 133.70
230972 01/19/2026 JG UNIFORMS INC NEW HIRE CLOTHING-FIRE 224.65
230973 01/19/2026 JG UNIFORMS INC NEW HIRE CLOTHIMG-FIRE 211.65
231197 01/26/2026 JAYTRIVEDf ZONING MEETING - JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 180.00
231201 01/26/2026 JEFFREY BURMAN PLANNING MEETING -JAN 15, 2026 90.00
231280 01/27/2026 JEFFREY THOMPSON REIMBURSEMENT FOR PARTS FROM MENARDS 18.62
230889 01/15/2026 JEREMiASCORREA SAFETY BOOTS, WORK PANTS 304.96
230955 01/16/2026 JOELGOODMAN & ERIN ELUSON GL DAMAGES DOL 12-6-25 594.93
230886 01/12/2026 JOELREIFER GARAGE DEMOUTION FEE FOR 7620 NILES CENTER ROAD 8,890.00
231029 01/20/2026 JOHN5TONE SUPPLY #12 PUMP BODY GASKET, FLIP SOCKET & POCKET SCREWDRfVER 64.74
230745 01/12/2026 JONES & BARTLETT LEARNING LIC BU-EM~12E TEXTBOOK 249,34
231008 01/20/2026 JULIEINC ANNUAL PR!NT/EMA!L TRANSMISSIONS 8,922.29
230919 01/15/2026 JUST!NMALONE AiCP ESSAY ON 12-23-2025 305.00
230921 01/15/2026 JUSTINMALONE AICP EXAM REGISTRATION ON 12-16-2025 305.00
231020 01/20/2026 X&S TIRE RECYCLING TIRE RECYCLING 895.74
231269 01/27/2026 K-TECH SPECIALTY COATINGS, tNC. BEET HEETSUPER SEVERE 8,070.05
230907 01/15/2026 KASEYA US LIC 0365 BACKUP 225.00
231033 01/20/2026 KENT AUTOMOTIVE WINDSHIELD WIPER5 - STOCK 116,09
230903 01/15/2026 KIWANIS CLUB OF SKOKIE VAtLEY MEMBERSHIP DUES - ESCHNER 36.00
231050 01/02/2026 KIWANIS CLUB OF SKOKIE VALLEY MEMBERSHIP DUES 2Q (JAN-MAR) -8ARNE5 62.00
229539 02/01/2026 KLAiRMONT FAMILY LLC MONTHLY RENTAL FEE FOR 5026 LOUISE STREET PARKING LOT 700.00
231152 01/23/2026 LA-Z-BOY INCORPORATED STATION 16 RECUNER REPL^CEMENTf FFi) 9,299.90
230904 01/15/2026 LEGAL AND LIABILITY RISK MGMT INST FIRE INVESTIGATION COURSE - ZABADAL 150.00
230962 01/16/2026 LINDE GAS & EQUIPMENT STATION 17 GAS RENTAL 278.74
230963 01/16/2026 LINDE GAS & EQUIPMENT STATION 18 02 RENTAL 199.39
230964 01/16/2026 LINDE GAS & EQUIPMENT STATION 18 02 PtCK UP AND DELIVERY 451.27
230965 01/16/2026 UNDE GAS & EQUIPMENT STATION 16 P!CK UP AND DEUVERY 220.55
230961 01/23/2026 LiNDE GAS & EQUIPMENT STATION 16 02 RENTAL 231,13
231312 12/30/2025 LiNDENMEYRMUNROE COPY PAPER 1,880,00
231313 12/30/2025 LIMDENMEYRMUNROE PAPER FOR PD 95.10
231074 01/21/2026 LIZZETTEMEDINA&CO HOLIDAY CONTAINER INSTALL 4,400.00
230932 01/16/2026 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT LLC RRETL16- MOTOR 1,560.64
231221 01/27/2026 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT LLC HRE SQUAD 18 - OIL SWITCH 291,90
231095 01/21/2026 MADDEN SEWERAGE & DRAINAGE BD BOND REFUND-4629 MAIN STREET 2,500,00
231122 01/23/2026 MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC PUBLIC WORKS 225 - FUEL LINE 93.84
230910 01/15/2026 MCCANN INDUSTRIES INC STOCK-GREASE 123.57
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VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Invoice Ref# FY Date Vendor invoice Description Amount
231031 01/20/2026 MCKENNA AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES PUBUC WORKS 146-HOSE 149.60
230937 01/16/2026 MCKIM& CREED, INC. iNSERTION METERS & DATA LOGGER5 12,765.00
231055 01/21/2026 MCMASTER CARR SUPPLY CO STOCK "HOSE COUPLING 309.71
231027 01/20/2026 MENAROS MORTON GROVE EZSANO, PAIL&JOBPACK 30,45
231145 01/23/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE PROPANE TORCH TO USE DURING EXTREME COLD 49,28
231146 01/23/2026 MENARD5 MORTON GROVE PROFANE CYLINDER EXCHANGES FOR EXTREME COLD 59.99
231079 01/15/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE VEHICLE SUPPLIES -MALTE5E 53.71
231263 01/27/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE SLEDGE HAMMER, UTiLlTYTAPE & PIPE 5EALANT 186.5G
231265 01/27/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE BUILDING 5UPPUES 118.79
231266 01/27/2026 MENARDS MORTON GROVE BUILDING 5UPPUES FOR PW 90.30
231106 01/22/2026 METAL SUPERMARKETS PW128 & PW129 5AFET/ GRIP STEPS 265.00
230954 01/16/2026 METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICES CDBG PY25 Ql (NVOICE 01-09-2026 2,500.00
231253 01/23/2026 METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY JANUARY 2026 LIFE INSURANCE PREMIUM 2,075,01
231037 01/14/2026 MICHAEL KANE REIMBURSEMENT FOR UNIFORM SHOES 165.38
230888 01/15/2026 MICHAEL KASPRZYK CDLREIMB 42.52
230956 01/19/2026 MICHAEL SCHEY REPLACEMENT STATION SHOES 150,00
231018 01/20/2026 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA iNC LEAD UNE REPLACEMENT MATERIALS 2,998.20
231069 01/21/2026 MID AMERICAN WATER OF WAUCONDA 1NC WATER DEPT MATERIALS 671.04
231125 01/23/2026 MORTON GROVE AUTOIVtOTIVE WEST PUBLIC WORKS 150 - SHAKER MOTOR 195.00
231011 01/20/2026 MORTON GROVE AUTOMOTiVE WEST PUBLIC WORKS 164 - BLOWER MOTOR REPAIR 225.00
231255 01/27/2026 MRI SOFTWARE LLC COMED LEASES #1033164 1,300.00
231256 01/27/2026 MRI SOFTWARE LLC COMEO LEASES #106828 585.22
231301 01/27/2026 MSP I! LLC-SERIES B SEP PAYOUT-4012-4018 MAIN ST 150,000.00
231058 01/21/2026 NASKOPELINKAJ VIDEO RECORDiNG SERVICES; 1/5, 1/14, 1/15 AND 1/20/26 MEETINGS 700.00
231105 01/22/2026 NASKO PEUNKAJ VIDEO RECORDING SERVICES: 1/22/26 2BA MEETING 150,00
231009 01/14/2026 NCPERS GROUP LIFE INC iMRFLFE INSURANCE 1,280,00
231066 01/21/2026 NEUCOINC SWITCH TEMP FOR AUTO FURNANCE 20.91
231198 01/26/2026 NICHOLAS WERTH ZONING MEETING - JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 180.00
230884 01/14/2026 NICK & ERNIE'S FLEET 325 REPAIR FOR FILES DVPE/VA-0289 5,021.60
231131 01/23/2026 MICKPAPPAS EMERGENCY FUND ASSISTANCE 1,000.00
231157 01/20/2026 NICKWYATT REIMBURSEMENT FOR ROTARY MTG ON JANUARY 20, 2026 25.00
231077 01/14/2026 NICORGAS NATURAL GAS - 7300-06 N1LE5 CENTER RD 12/15/25 -01/14/26 5,547.95
231210 01/27/2026 NICORGAS 5147 MAIN ST 218.17
231213 01/27/2026 NICORGAS 7424 NiLES CENTER RD 1,775.96
231215 01/27/2026 NiCORGAS SS FARGO IE LONG 164,98
231216 01/27/2026 NICOR GAS 8157 CENTRAL PARK AVE 1,547.22
231218 01/27/1026 N!COR GAS 9024 GROSS POINT RD 1,309.81
231184 01/26/2026 NICOR GAS 51270AKTON5T 2,204.71
231273 01/27/2026 N!COR GAS 9050 GROSS POINT RD 9,259.25
231249 01/27/2026 NICOR GAS 9050 GROSS POiNT RD REAR 1,922.91
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VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
VOUCHER REPORT#18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Invoice Refff FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount
231252 01/27/2026 NICOSGAS 8135 CENTRAL PARK 175,37
230742 01/12/2026 NIPSTA NIPSTA FIRE ACADEMY TRAINING -HANDLER, ADAMS INST 1, ALBIOLA, DICKERT BOF 9,900.00
230957 01/16/2026 NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER CDBG PROG Ql (OCT - DEC 2025 } 3,000.00
231048 01/06/2026 NORTH SUBURBAN ASSOCIATJON OF 2026 MEMBERSHIP TO NORTH SUB, ASSN - CHIEF BARNES 400.00
230940 01/16/2026 O'LEARY'S CONTRCTRS EQPT & SUPPLY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT 595.05
230915 01/15/2026 OFFICE DEPOT INC CRIGRANTSUPPUES 26.49
231043 01/08/2026 OHD LLLP RESPiRATOR FIT TESTiNG SYSTEM -GIBSON 15,270.00
231251 01/31/2026 OLD ORCHARD URBAN LP OOBD TAX REVENUE OiSBURSEMENT REPORT DATE 01/2026 442,602.63
230956 01/16/2026 OPEN COMMUNITIES SKOKIE CD8G GRANT 1ST QUARTER - INV 180961BEV 2,500.00
231200 01/26/2026 PAUL LUKE PLANNING MEETING -JAN 15, 2026 165.00
231275 01/15/2026 PEERLESSNETWORKJNC. PHONE SERVICE 15,310.17
231257 01/27/2026 PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGIES EQUIPMENT REPAIR WORK FSC 3000 CONTROLLERS 382.85
230914 01/15/2026 POMP'S TIRE SERVICE INC STOCK-TIRES 2,916.98
231276 01/27/2026 PRINT XPRESS BUSINESS CARDS-CODE COMPLIANCE SPEC (AR) 90.00
231307 01/27/2026 PRIORITY DISPATCH CORPORATION PROQA ESP (B) M LICENSE RENEWAL, SERVfCE & SUPPORT 685.00
231068 01/21/2026 PROSAFETYINC ORANGE INSULATED WORK GLOVES 474.00
231267 01/14/2026 PULSE TECHNOLOGY OF ILLINOIS PRINTED MAINTENANCE 87.98
231284 01/13/2026 RAYO'HERRONCCHNC UNIFORM !TEMS FOR NEW OFFICER -ROMANOWSKI 59.24
231285 01/13/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOINC UNIFORM DRESS JACKET-LOEW 135.11
231286 01/13/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOINC UNIFORM ITEMS FOR NEW OFFICER -G. OROZCO 69.69
231288 01/13/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOINC UNIFORM ITEMS FOR NEW OFFICER - J. FLORES 147.88
231247 01/06/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOINC UNIFORM ITEMS FOR NEW OFFICER -G,OROZCO 705.14
231248 01/06/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO !NC UNIFORM ITEMS FOR NEW OFFICER - J. FLORES 817.52
231250 01/06/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOINC UNIFORM ITEMS FOR NEW OFFICER -ROMANOWSKi 667.94
231278 01/06/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOiNC UNIFORM SHIRTS/PANTS-CSOTONG 172.14
231283 01/06/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOiNC UNIFORM SHIRTS/PANTS -AKERSON 826.79
231222 12/31/2025 RAYO'HERRONCOtNC UNIFORM ITEMS FOR NEW OFFICER -G.QROZCO 302.26
231246 12/31/2025 RAY O'HERSON CO iNC UNIFORM ITEMS FOR NEW OFFICER - J. FLORES 160.64
231294 01/16/2026 RAY O'HERRON CO INC CABLE/SP LITTER -NIKOi.OPOULOS 60.39
231302 01/27/2026 RAYO'HERRONCOiNC UNIFORMS-KS 127.94
231303 01/27/2026 RAY O'HESRON CO }NC UNiFORMS-SW 41.99
231078 01/16/2026 RCN HIGH SPEED INTERNET SERVICES & FEES FOR PRISON PHONES 01/16/2025 189.11
230831 01/13/2026 RED WING SHOE COMPANY iNC NEW HIRE STATION SHOES 274.21
230933 01/16/2026 RNOW INC PUBLIC WORKS 172 - WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP 54.09
230978 01/20/2026 KNOW !NC STOCK - BRAKE SWITCH 156.03
231102 01/14/2026 ROMAN CIESIAK HEALTHCARE PREMIUM REFUND 655.01
231206 01/26/2026 ROSS MATH EE PLANNING MEETING - JAN 15, 2026 90.00
231185 01/26/2026 RUSH ENTERPRJSES, INC. PUBLIC WORKS 148 - AIR BRAKE TUBE 50.52
231187 01/26/2026 RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. PUBLIC WORKS 148 - BRAKE PARTS 568.18
231188 01/26/2026 RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. PUBUC WORKS 148 - BRAKE PARTS 1,845.15
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VILEAGEOFSKOK1E
VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Invoice RefS FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount
230931 01/16/2026 RUSHENTERPRISESJNC. PUBLIC WORKS 153 - GRAB HANDLE 403,02
231295 01/27/2026 RYAN LLC OAKTON-NILES T!F CONSULTANT FEE THRU 09-26-2025 375.00
231296 01/27/2026 RYAN LLC OAKTON-NiLES TIF CONSULTANT FEE THRU 10-22-2025 225.00
230922 01/15/2026 SAFEBUILTILLINOISLLC PLAN REVIEWS & INSPECTiONS 3,260.00
231030 01/20/2026 SAFEH-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. STOCK - PARTS WASHER LiQUID 1,209.47
231208 01/27/2026 SANDI ENT LLC PUBUC WORKS 145 - SYSTEM CLEANING S40.00
231044 01/09/2026 5ATO AMERICA LABEL & RIBBON KIT -MIURA 484.60
231202 01/26/2026 SCOTT BERMAN PLANNiNG MEETING - JAM 15, 2026 90.00
231191 01/26/2026 SEAN ARDEN ZONING MEETING - JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 180.00
230936 01/16/2026 SECRETARY OF STATE PD PLATE RENEWAL VIN: 17231 151.00
230938 01/16/2026 SECRETARY OF STATE PD PLATE RENEWAL V!N: 22636 151.00
230939 01/16/2026 SECRETARY OF STATE PD PLATE RENEWAL V!N: 22633 151.00
230923 01/14/2026 SEDGWiCKCMSINC QUARTERLY UIC ADMIN FEE 750,00
231193 01/26/2026 5HARON ROOS-KIRKPATRICK ZONING MEETING - JAN 7 AND JAN 21, 2026 180.00
231153 01/26/2026 SHARPER DOT PRINTING INC LEAVE REQUEST FORMS 344.25
231110 01/22/2026 SHELLEY WAX MRC MEETING REIMBURSEMENT 13,23
230944 01/16/2026 SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO PAINT FOR PD 66.72
230947 01/16/2026 SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO PAINT F OR PW 193.39
230951 01/16/2026 SHERWIN WILLIAMS CO PAINT FOR VH 56.25
231207 01/26/2026 SIGALLESHPAYHER PLANNING MEETING - JAN 15, 2026 90,00
231148 01/23/2026 SIMON UNIFORM COMPANY !NC PATCH AND SEWiNG FEE - BRANDON M 17.50
231317 12/31/2025 SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY DEC 2025 PPRT 82,693.79
231292 01/27/2026 SOL MIRANDA !CC-PERMIT TEST 255.00
231328 01/28/2026 SOLIS SECURITY SECURITY SERVICES XDR 4,135.72
230960 01/16/2026 STANDARD EQUIPMENT COMPANY DVPSNOWPLOWING2025 1,568.58
231304 01/27/2026 STANDARD VALUAT!ON SERVICES LLC APPRAiSAL-8143 SKOKiE-INV SVS-7360 2,500.00
231116 01/22/2026 STELLA MENEGA5 REIMB FOR GROCERYTAX AUDfT 21.14
230917 01/15/2026 STRYKER MEDICAL AMBULANCE STAIRCHAiR STATION 16 (1) 5,398.71
230911 01/15/2026 STRYKERMEDICAl AMBULANCE STAIRCHAiR STATION 16 (1) 5,398.71
231010 01/20/2026 SUBURBAN ACCENTS INC PD GRAPHICS 326 750.00
230950 01/16/2026 SUBURBAN LABORATORIES INC VILLAGE WIDE MONTHLY WATER TESTING 2,743.50
230926 01/16/2026 SULLIVAN'S LAW DiRECTORY SULUVAN'S LAW DIRECTORY RENEWAL 50.00
231330 01/28/2026 SUPERION LLC ViSUAL OSMCT PROJECT MANAGEMENT/TRAiNING SERVICES 5,655,00
230633 01/08/2026 TABLET COMMAND iNC. LICENSING FEES 16,600.00
231204 01/26/2026 TALIAGEVARYAHU PLANNING MEETING - JAN 15, 2026 90.00
231306 01/27/2026 TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT REV FUND COMMSVCSSTWD 857.70
230885 01/12/2026 TEPiC LANDSCAPING REMOVE ALL TREES AND CLEAN UP YARD AT 7620 MILES CENTER ROAD 9,900.00
231072 01/21/2026 THELEN MATERIALS LLC YARD LEAF PICK UP 1,848.00
231042 12/01/2025 TOPS IN DOG TRAINING CORP K-9MAINT.TRAINING&TRACKiNGSEMIMAR FOR NOV 2025-JINN 850.00
231117 01/22/2026 TRAFFIC CONTROL & PROTECTION MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS FOR SiGN SHOP 2,451.00
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VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
VOUCHER REPORT #18
FEBRUARY 1, 2026
invoice Refff FY Date Vendor Invoice Description Amount
231128 01/23/2026 TRANSCHICAGO TRUCK GROUP PUBLIC WORKS 151 - MIRROR SWITCH 24.72
230890 01/15/2026 TRANSCHICAGO TRUCK GROUP PUBUC WORKS 151 - PART RETURN (102.28)
231299 01/27/2026 TRANSCHICAGO TRUCK GROUP PUBUC WORKS 145-SEAL 61.63
231209 01/27/2026 TRANSCHICAGO TRUCK GROUP PU8UC WORKS 151 - MiRROR SWITCH 24.72
231016 01/20/2026 TYLER KOBYLSK! PLAN COMM AND ZONING BOARD OCT-NOV 2025 1,200.00
231091 01/21/2026 ULLLC AERIAL INSPECTION AND TESTING T18R, TW16, T17R 5,925.00
230948 01/16/2026 UPS SHIPPING CHARGES 199.23
231133 01/23/2025 V AND L LANDSCAPING AND SERVICES STHIL RESCUE CHAIN SAW 1,527.99
231134 01/23/2026 V AND L LANDSCAPING AND SERVICES HUSQVARNA 970 III RESCUE SAW 2,199.99
23X314 01/01/2026 VERIZON WIRELESS CELL PHONE SERVICE 1,279.94
231305 01/27/2026 VERIZON WIRELESS WiRELESS SERVICE 1,431.53
231062 01/21/2026 VESTiS UNIFORM5&WORKPLACE SUPPLIES UNIFORMS 72,39
231205 01/26/2026 VIJAt GUPTA PLANNING MEETING - JAN 15, 2026 90.00
231004 01/22/2026 VILLAGE OF UNCOLNWOOD WETSA RECEIPTS AUG- OCT 2025 67,328.52
231147 01/23/2026 W S DARLEY & CO ADAPTOR 632.95
230739 01/12/2026 WSDARLEY&CO STOR2 AND WRENCH TOOLS 1,053,48
230912 01/15/2026 WAREHOUSE DIRECT PROCLEANER-FIREDEPT 255.84
231137 01/23/2026 WAREHOUSE DIRECT STATION 16,17,18 JANITORIAL PAPER AND CLEANING SUPPLIES 2,299.72
231138 01/23/2026 WAREHOUSE DiRECT STATION 16,17,18 JANITORiAL PAPER AND CLEANING SUPPLIES 627.65
231139 01/23/2026 WAREHOUSE DIRECT STATION 16,17,18 CLEANING SUPPLIES ISO.9S
231060 01/21/2026 WAREHOUSE DiRECT CAN LINER &FRESHENER 766.17
231028 01/20/2026 WAREHOUSE DIRECT TOUET TISSUE, TOWELS & HAND SOAP 763.69
231006 01/20/2026 WAREHOUSE DIRECT JAN ITORIALSUPPLiES FOR ALL STATIONS 701.8S
231007 01/20/2026 WAREHOUSE DIRECT CAR WASH FOR STATION 18 241.44
231067 01/13/2026 WATERWAY GAS & WASH COMPANY PD CAR WASH SERVICES FOR DEC 2025 301.00
231321 01/28/2026 ZAYA, SARGON UB REFUND, ACCOUNTS: 83370 1,594.85
231261 01/27/2026 ZIEBELL WATER SERVICES PRODUCTS HYDRANT REPAIR PARTS 36,00
231262 01/27/2026 ZIEBELL WATER SERVICES PRODUCTS HYDRANT REPAIR PARTS 3,367,83
231150 01/23/2026 ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION CARDiAC MONITOR PADS 2,891.25
231151 01/23/2026 ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION PEDIATRfCCPR MONITOR PADS $ 733.90
Totsf: $ 2,360,477.32
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Memorandum
Mayor's Office
TO: Boar,d of Trustee,!
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DATE: February 2, 2026
SUBJECT: Proclamations, Appointments and Reappointments
Proclamations
"Black History Month"
February 2026
"National Mail Carrier Day" and "Shoshana Dorman Day"
February 4,2026
*B Appointments
Commission on Family Services
Tom Giller
Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission
Ryan Tappel
Technolosv Advancement and Transformation Commission
David Coy ne
Vice Chair
Reappointments
Commission on Family Services
Sandra deBettencourt
Michelle Friedman
Marjorie Goran
Jo Hammerman
Rondell Merrill
Peggy Molina
Beth Negronida
Melissa Ponce
Erin Ryan
Nancy Schwartz
Annie Shear
Phillip Shefren
Daniel Stalilonis
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Reappointments
Commission on Family Services continued
London Summerville
Nancy Young
Shajan Jose
Vice Chair
Harold Primack
Chair
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proclamation
WHEREAS, Black History Month is an opportunity to share the historical
and present contributions of African Americans; and
WHEREAS f during Black History Month, we reflect on and celebrate the
countless achievements and contributions made by African Americans to the Village
ofSkokie )s cultural economic^ political and social development; and
WHEKEAS, Black History Month was first proposed by African American
scholar. Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926 and seeks to rightfully restore the struggles
and triumphs of African-Americans into the national narrative; and
WHEREAS, this year, the theme is "Legacy and Impact where events
spotlight support for Black businesses and highlights the accomplishments and
contributions made to our economy and history; and
M^ffi?2U:L4iS, the Village ofSkokie recognises the immense strength, resolve
and perseverance of the African American Community as well as the endless
contributions and advances that it has madCy and continues to make in Skokie and
the world. We see this greatness woven into the fabric of our Nation and through it
know that we are not trapped by the mistakes of history.
NOW, THEREFORE, /, ANN TENNES, Mayor of the Village of
Skokie, do hereby proclaim February 2026, as
"BLACK HISTORY MONTH"
Passed this 2nd day of February 2026
Ann E. Tennes
Mayor
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Memorandum
Manager's Office
TO: The Honorable Mayor and
Board of Trustees
Village Clerk
Corporation Counsel
FROM:
Ji^in T. Lockerby, Viflage Manager
DATE: January 29,2026
SUBJECT: MANAGER'S REPORT
BOARD MEETING OF MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2,2026
A. Recommendation for Adoption of Ordinance for Short Term Rentals (STR).
Community Development along with Corporation Counsel/Legal Department
incorporated feedback from the Village Board meeting on January 20, 2026 to an
updated ordinance included in tonight's meeting materials
The ordinance update remains largely unchanged from the previous presentation
on how the Village will regulate this use but includes the incorporation of
implementing the program as an 18-month pilot program. Staff will monitor the
implementation of short term rental regulation during this period and prepare
progress reports at six- and twelve-month intervals. Extension of the pilot program
in the future will require Village Board approval. Additional changes to this
ordinance include the reduction of minimum stay from seven to five consecutive
nights as well as specific language affirming the Village's desire to regulate short
term rentals to preserve the Village's housing supply for housing and maintenance
of our affordable housing stock.
I concur with staff's recommendation and respectfully request Board approval to
adopt the ordinance for Short Term Rentals. Community Development Director
Johanna Nyden is available for any questions.
* B, Purchase of Directional Boring Machine - TT Technologies, Aurora, Illinois -
$190.212.
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget contains funding for Lead Service
Line replacements throughout the Village. The purchase of the equipment is part of
the overall long-term plan to facilitate lead service line replacement in the years to
come. The first directional boring machine, purchased in June 2025, has reduced
dependence on external contractors, lowered project costs and improved
scheduling flexibility. As the Village anticipates ramping up annual lead service line
replacements to meet program goals and regulatory guidelines, a second boring
machine wil! prove crucial to achieving the required volume of replacements each
year. I concur with staff's recommendation and respectfully request Board approval
of a directional boring machine and all associated hardware and supplies be
awarded to TT Technologies in the amount of $190,21 2.
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C. Purchase of One (1) Water Division Service Truck ~ Sutton Ford, Matteson,
Illinois-$80,460.29.
The Water and Sewer Division requires the purchase of a service truck to support
the replacement of lead service lines. This vehicle is necessary to transport and
securely store the specialized tools, parts and materials for this work whiie the
Knapheide service body provides all weather protection. !n addition, the truck is
required to safe!y tow the division's mini excavator to and from work sites. The
Village has successfuliy purchased equipment from Sutton Ford in the past. t
concur with staff's recommendation and respectfully request Board approval of the
purchase of a Ford-250 with Knapheide Service Body be awarded to Sutton Ford
in the amount of $80,460.29.
D. Purchase of One (1) Mini Hydraulic Excavator - Altorfer CAT, East Dundee,
Illinois "$77,355,
The purchase of a mini excavator is necessary to support the safe and efficient
installation of lead services lines. A mini excavator allows for precise excavation
within parkways and near existing underground utilities, reducing the risk of
damage and improving job-site safety. This equipment supports directional boring
of new service lines, which significantly minimizes disturbance to streets and
parkways and reduces the need for extensive surface restoration. Over time,
savings from reduced contractor expenses and minimized restoration work are
expected to offset the install purchase cost. I concur with staff's recommendation
and respectfully request Board approval of the purchase of a Caterpiiiar 304 Mini
Hydraulic Excavator and Hydraulic Hammer be awarded to Altorfer CAT in the
amount of $77,355.
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A
Memorandum
Community Development Department
TO; John Lockerby, Village Manager
FROM: Johanna Nyden, AICP, Community Development Director
DATE: January 27, 2026
SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEM " February 2,2026 Village Board Meeting
Recommendation for Adoption of Ordinance for Short Term Rentals (STR)
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Village Board adopt the attached ordinance regulating short-term rentals
(STRs) in the Village.
Update
During the January 20, 2026 Village Board meeting, the Village Board reviewed a proposed STR
ordinance. During the discussion, the Board recommended several changes addressing the
ordinance's intent, minimum stay requirements, and program duration. The attached ordinance
incorporates these revisions:
• A "Whereas" clause clarifying the Village's intent to regulate STRs to preserve housing
stock and maintain a housing supply that is affordable;
• Creation of an 18-month pilot program requiring Village Board action to extend beyond the
pilot period; and
• Reduced minimum stay requirement from seven to five consecutive nights.
If adopted, staff will monitor program implementation and provide progress reports at six-month and
twelve-month intervals.
Background
The information in this section is consistent with information that was in previous staff
memorandums summarizing the attached ordinance.
• Eligibility and Residency Requirements
o Operators ofOwner-Occupied STRs must demonstrate that the dwelling unit being
offered as an STR is their permanent and legal primary residence or located on the
same parcels as their permanent and legal primary residence, and the licensees are the
record title or beneficial owner of the property.
o No new Investor-owned STRs are permitted to operate in the Village; existing
investor-owned STRs are permitted only if they were registered rental units or in
process to obtain a rental registration from the Village prior to January 16, 2026.
• Established STRs. Under current practice, STRs have been registered as residential rental
units, similar to other residential property that is available for long-term rental (any period of
30 days or longer). Under this practice, owners of rental properties pay an annual registration
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fees and are required to make the rental unit available for an inspection by a Code
Compliance Specialist. Upon passing the inspection, units may be rented.
The new regulations set forth in the attached ordinance, all owners of existing STRs in the
Village must both apply for STR License and register any dwellings they plan to offer for
rent as STRs with the Village not later than 120 days after the effective date of the ordinance.
Existing STRs may only be registered with the Village if they were already registered as
rental units.
For properties that are operating as investor-owned STRS and have been registered through
the Village's current rental registration process, they may continue to operate as investor
STRs (and do not have to be owner-occupied) under a "grandfather clause." No investor-
owned STR that was not previously registered with the Village as a rental unit may be
registered as an STR under the new ordinance.
Minimum Stay
o No STR may rented for a period of less than five (5) consecutive days.[
License for Operators and STR Unit Registration
o Creates a license requirement for property owners who seek to offer dwelling units or
portions thereof as STRs.
o Creates a unit registration requirement for the dwelling units that will be offered as
STRs.
Permitted Locations
o STRs may only be located in the primary residential structure on a parcel of property.
STRs may not be located in any accessory structure or building on the property.
o In multi-family buildings:
• STRs may only be located in multi-family buildings in which the property
owner (STR operator) maintains the property as their legal and permanent
address (e.g. a resident owns a two-flat and seeks to rent a different unit
within the same primary structure on the property);
• STRs may only be located in condominium buildings where by-laws permit
leasing of property for less than 30 days. Annual registration for these types of
units will be required to demonstrate that by-laws continue to allow leasing of
property for less than 30 days.
Geographic Limitations of STRS. The total number of STRs allowed to operate is limited
to one per block and block face in order to limit the impact on residential neighborhoods.
Notwithstanding this limitation, in the event that multiple existing STRs are found in excess
of the location limitation on the block or block face as of the effective date of this ordinance,
all STRs that were registered rental units under the Village's rental registration program prior
to January 16, 2026 will be allowed to continue to operate as STRs so long as their STR
registrations are maintained in good standing.
* Rental periods exceeding 29 days are traditionally considered long-term rentals as they generally create a landlord-
tenant relationship and are outside the scope of Short-Term Rental regulations.
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Create STR Operator Training Program. Similar to the Village's Landlord Training
program, the Village will require STR operators to complete a Village sponsored or approved
training program every 12 months to obtain and maintain their STR license. An STR
operator may not register a STR unit or offer a STR unit to the public without completion of
the annual training program. The training program will address property maintenance and
code compliance expectations, applicable Village Code, occupancy limits, requirements to
inform visitors/guests of Village operations (e.g. garbage, public street parking regulations,
noise), screening of guests through platforms and other recognized industry best practices for
successful STR operation.
Initial STR Unit Inspection. Every potential STR unit will be required to undergo and pass
an STR inspection prior to being made available to guests. STR units will be inspected by
representatives from the Community Development and Fire Departments and other
Departments as determined to be necessary to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of
guests. Specific requirements for determining occupancy for overnight guests will be
determined during the inspection process. Units will be required to undergo inspection
annually.
Proposed fee structure:
o Initial license fees for owners ofSTRs will be $1,200 ($100/month) for the initial
one-year probationary period. The annual license renewal fee following the
probationary license period will be $400 ($33.33/month).
o Proposed registration fees for STR units is tiered based on whether the STR is an
owner-occupied STR or an investor-owned STRs.
9 Initial registration for owner-occupied STRs will be $2,450 for the initial one-
year probationary period. The annual registration renewal fee following the
probationary registration period will be $1,800.
• Initial registration for investor-owned STRs will be $3,600 for the initial one-
year probationary period. The annual registration renewal fee following the
probationary registration period will be $3,000.
Notice to Neighbors. Every STR operator must provide a notice to neighbors within 250
feet that an STR is in operation. The notice must include the STR registration number, the
STR address, name and contact information for the STR licensee and operator (email and
phone) as well as any other pertinent information required by the Village. These notices
must be sent every year following renewal of STR unit registration.
Establish "STR Probationary Period" for first 12 months of STR operation. Every STR
will undergo a 12-month probationary period for its operation following applicable
inspection and payment of fees). During this probationary period the STR operator will be
limited to no more than 12 (twelve) STR bookings. Additionally, the Village representatives
may inspect the premises of the STR at any time to determine compliance. At the end of the
probationary period, the Village staff will evaluate if the STR host complied with the
Village's regulations for STRs (paid hotel tax, passed inspections, did not violate any codes
of conducts, had received any notices of violation, etc.). If the owner of the STR
successfully complied with Village Codes, paid the hotel tax on a timely basis, and passed
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inspections at various intervals, they would be eligible for renewal of their STR License and
corresponding STR Registrations. After successfully completing a probationary period, the
12-booking limit will be lifted to allow up to 18 bookings per calendar year. In the event any
code violations occur during the probationary period, the Village reserves the right to cancel
the probationary period for the STR unit and determine that the property and/or STR operator
cannot maintain a license is not able to apply for a STR at that property and/or other
properties for a designated period of time, up to 24 months.
Implementation and Utilization of STR Management Tool. Several communities utilize
STR management tools that assist in the identification of STRs, monitor compliance with
license, registration, and collection of fees, and assist with communication to operators
regarding complaints and other concerns. The costs associated with this technology would
be offset by revenues collected from license fees and taxes remitted by this use. Tools
perform the following functionalities:
o Monitor active STRs in the marketplace. These tools can identify different
platforms throughout the Internet that offer STRs in Skokie. Notably some of these
platforms utilize technology that makes it more challenging for municipal reviewers
to identify STRs in the market. The tool identifies STRs and checks to make sure
they are registered with the municipality and if not, "flags" the STR to help Village
staff with appropriate follow-up and enforcement.
o Manage Collection of Hotel Tax. These tools create interfaces to assist with the
collection of applicable fees and taxes in order to facilitate timely payment to the
Village.
o Provides "Complaint Hotline". Some of these tools offer a third-party service that
neighbors of STRs can provide feedback or address complaints and concerns
regarding a STR in their neighborhood. The service immediately contacts the STR
operator to address the concern (e.g. noise, garbage, occupancy issues, etc.). The
Village is also provided a log of complaints that occur at the STR and can address in
the event of evaluation during a probationary period or if revocation of license and
registration is under consideration. This facilitates communication during times when
Village staff may not be working (evenings and weekends) and can direct non-
emergency complaints to the owner/operator and not through a public safety officer.
Violations. STRs are subject to all Village Code requirements Including noise control,
property maintenance, and the Hotel/Motel guest privilege tax. In the event of failure to
comply with Village Codes, the Village would issue a Notice of Violation (NOV). The STR
operator would have a period of time to resolve the matter identified in the NOV. If this does
not occur, the Village would issue a local ordinance citation. This would require the STR
operator to come to an Administrative Adjudication hearing. Matters related to violations,
found liable, may be subject to monetary fine of up to the maximum daily fine of $1,500 as
well as suspension or revocation of the owner s STR License.
Suspension and Revocation of STR Licenses and Registrations. In addition to monetary
penalties, the Village Manager may conduct a hearing to determine whether an STR License
or Registration should be suspended or revoked. The Village Manager's decision will be
appealable to the Village Board. Similar to the probationary period for the STR, if a
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revocation of a STR License occurs, neither the owner of the STR nor anyone else is will be
allowed to register a STR at that property and/or other properties for 24 months.
Established STRs. Under current practice, STRs have been registered as rentals, similar to
other residential property that is available for rent for more than 30 days. Under this practice,
rental properties pay annual fees and complete an inspection with a Code Compliance
Specialist. Upon passing the inspection, units may be rented.
Under the new ordinance, all existing STRs in the Village that have been previously
registered under the Village's existing rental registration program, must initiate the process
with the Village to be established as registered STRs under the new Village Code no later
than 120 days after passage of the ordinance. For those properties that are registered rental
properties that are operating as investor-owned STRS, they may continue to operate as
investor STRs (and do not have to be owner-occupied) under the "grandfather clause" if they
were a registered rental property prior to ordinance adoption.
Attachments:
- STR Ordinance
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SME: 9/2/25 Manager's Report
9/15/25 Manager's Report
1/20/26 Manager's Report
2/2/26 Manager's Report
THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER
26-2-C"
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A SHORT-TERM RENTAL PILOT
PROGRAM
1 WHEREAS, the Village is a home ru!e municipal corporation in accordance with Article
2 VII, 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, but not
4 limited to, the power to regulate for the protection of the public health, safety, morals and
5 welfare; to license; and to tax; and
6
7 WHEREAS, with the increased usage of online platforms such as Airbnb and other
s property renta! platforms, there has been a rise in the number of residences in the Village that
9 are being rented out for periods of less than 30 days ("Short-Term Rentals"); and
10
n WHEREAS, currently the Village requires all dwelling units offered as Short-Term
12 Rentals to be registered with the Village under its residential Rental Unit Registration process
13 set forth in Chapter 22, Article XIV of the Skokie Village Code; and
14
15 WHEREAS, with the heightened prevalence of Short-Term Rentals, it is in the best
16 interest of the Village and its residents to regulate such activity as a distinct class of housing to
17 maintain the safety of guests and preserve the residential character of neighborhoods in which
is Short-Term Rentals are operated; and
19
20 WHEREAS, the Village recognizes both the economic benefits of Short-Term Rentals
21 for long-time residents as well as the negative impact that Short-Term Rentals can have on the
22 availability and affordability of the Village's housing stock; and
23
24 WHEREAS, imposing rational regulations on Short-Term Rentals will protect the health
25 and safety of the general public, and reduce potential negative impacts of Short-Temn Rentals
26 on residential neighborhoods; and
27
28 WHEREAS, the Village's Community Development Director has recommended that all
29 owners of Short-Term Rentals be required to both obtain a license and register each dwelling
30 unit offered as a Short-Term Rental with the Village before offering it to the public; and
31
32 WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees has determined the Village should implement
33 an 18-month licensing and registration pilot program for Short-Term Rentals in accordance with
34 the Community Development Director's recommendations ("Program")', and
35
36 WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees, at a public meeting duly held on February
37 2, 2026, reviewed the recommendations of the Village Manager, the Director of Community
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1 Development, and Corporation Counsel regarding the establishment of the Program and
2 concurred with those recommendations;
3
4 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the
5 Village of Skokie, Cook County, Illinois;
6
7 Section 1: Establishment of Short-Term Rental Pilot Program
8
9 A. Pilot Program Established; Purpose. This Ordinance 26-2-C-_, hereby
10 authorizes and establishes a program by the Village of Skokie to regulate Short-Term
n Rentals ("STRs") of residential dwellings in the Village by (i) requiring persons offering STRs
12 to obtain a license from the Village; (ii) requiring all dwellings offered as STRs to be
13 registered with the Village; (iii) establishing regulations for operating STRs within the Village
14 of Skokie; and (iv) providing training to licensees regarding best practices and regulations
15 for STRs, and (v) setting fees for participating in, and imposing fines and penalties for
16 violations of, the Program (collectively, "Program").
17
is B. Term. The Program wili commence upon May 1, 2026 and will continue in
19 effect through and until October 31, 2027 ("Term"), unless either terminated earlier or
20 extended by an ordinance duly adopted by the Village Board of Trustees.
21
22 C. Legal Effect. The Village's establishment of the Program does not create an
23 ongoing right to operate an STR in the Village beyond the Term of this Program. The Village
24 has no obligation to continue to allow or regulate STRs in accordance with the Program
25 beyond the Term of the Program. The Village reserves the right to amend the terms of the
26 Pilot Program to impose additional operational regulations at any time, except no fee or
27 penalty amount associated with the Program may be increased from the amounts set forth
28 in this Ordinance during the initial Term of the Program.
29
30 Section 2: Definitions.
31
32 The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this Ordinance, shall have the
33 meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context dearly indicates a
34 different meaning:
35
36 Dwelling: Any room or group of rooms located within a building and forming a single
37 habitable unit with facilities which are used or intended to be used for living, sleeping,
38 cooking, bathing and eating.
39
40 Guest Any person who rents an STR for transient occupancy by such person. The
41 term "Guest" does not include members of a Licensee's household or any Occupant
42 with a tenancy of 30 days or longer.
43
44 Investor. A person who does not reside in, or occupy, a Dwelling and offers the
45 Dwelling as an STR for income purposes.
46
47 Licensee: A person who is authorized by the Village to offer a Dwelling as an STR for
48 income purposes.
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1 Multi-Unit Building: A structure that is designed and constructed to contain two (2) or
2 more Dwellings.
3
4 Operator Any person who has !egaf charge, care, control or management of a
5 Dwelling offered as an SIR, including but not limited to, building/property managers,
6 managing agents, or brokers.
7
s Owner. Any person who alone, jointly or severatly with others, holds legal title to any
9 MulthUnit Building, or Dwelling, with or without accompanying actual possession
io thereof; or is an executor, administrator, trustee or guardian of the estate of the Owner.
11
12 Occupant: An individual who resides in a Dwelling for a tenancy of 30 days or
13 longer.
14
15 Person: Any individual, firm, association, partnership, corporation, trust or any other
16 !ega! entity.
17
is Short-Term Rental (STR): A Dwelling or portion thereof offered for rent for a period of
19 not less than five, and not more than 29, consecutive nights to any person other than a
20 member of a Licensee's family.
21
22 Classes of STRs include:
23
24 Unhosted STR: An STR in which the Licensee maintains the Dwelling as their
25 primary residence but the Licensee does not occupy the Dwelling during the
26 short-term rental period.
27
28 Hosted STR: An STR in which the Licensee maintains the Dwelling as their
29 primary residence and occupies the Dwelling during the short-term rental
30 period along with any Guests.
31
32 Investor-Owned STR: An STR that is not occupied by the Licensee as a
33 primary resident and is utilized solely to generate rental income.
34
35 Short-Term Rental (STR) Intermediary Platform: A person or company that, for
36 compensation or a fee, provides an internet platform to connect Guests with STR
37 providers, and which primarily lists shared housing units on its platform.
38
39 Section 3: License and Registration Required.
40
41 (a) No person may offer an STR for rent in the Village without first applying for,
42 qualifying for, obtaining, and maintaining in good standing an STR License from the Village.
43 Licenses may not be transferred between persons.
44
45 (b) A Licensee must register each Dwelling to be offered as an STR with the
46 Village ("STR Registration").
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1 (c) The requirements of the Program do not apply to the rental of a Dwelling made
2 pursuant to a rental agreement executed in conjunction with a contract to self the Dwelling or
3 the premises on which the Dwelling is located, regardless of the period of rental or tenancy.
4
5 Section 4: License and Registration Term: Initial License and Registration
6 Period.
7
8 (a) Term. STR Licenses and STR Registrations issued pursuant to the Program
9 shall have a term commencing on the date of issuance and ending on October 31,2027.
10
11 (b) Renewals. No STR License or STR Registration issued pursuant to this
12 Ordinance may be renewed beyond the Term of the Program, except upon the extension or
13 replacement of the Program by the Board of Trustees.
14
15 (c) Application Deadline. Each person seeking to operate an STR in the Village
16 pursuant to the Program must submit an application for an SIR License and all required STR
17 Registrations no later than 120 days after the effective date of this Ordinance. STR Licenses
18 and STR Registrations issued during the Term of the Program shall be valid through October
19 31, 2027, unless otherwise suspended or revoked.
20
21
22 Section 5: Applications, Eligibility and Pre-Reauisites.
23
24 A. Applications. Persons desiring to obtain an STR License and register a
25 Dwelling to be used as an STR must submit a written application, in a form provided by the
26 Village Manager or designee, along with any suppiemental information, documentation, and
27 certifications as may be determined necessary by the Village Manager or designee.
28
29 B. Proof of Ownership and Residence. A Licensee registering an Unhosted or
30 Hosted STR must include documentation satisfactory to the Village to demonstrate that (i)
31 the Licensee is the record title holder or beneficial owner of the property containing the
32 Dwelling; and (ii) the property containing the Dwelling proposed to be used as an STR is the
33 Licensee's permanent and legal primary residence. A Licensee registering an Investor-
34 Owned STR must include documentation satisfactory to the Village to demonstrate that the
35 Licensee is the record title holder or beneficia! owner of the property containing the Dwelling;
36
37 C. Registering STRs in Multi-Unit Buildings. If a Licensee seeks to register a
38 Dwelling located in a Multi-Unlt Building as an STR, and the building is governed by a
39 condominium declaration, occupancy covenant, or a homeowner's association, the Licensee
40 must provide the Village with a written certification from the building's governing body that the
41 operation of an STR in the Multi-Unit Building complies with the bylaws and declarations of
42 the building. Further, the Licensee must provide the Village with documentation that:
43
44 1. The Licensee maintains the Dwelling as the Licensee's primary
45 residence; and
46
47 2. For Unhosted STRs, (i) the building is served by on-site property
48 management that wilt serve as an Operator, or (ii) the Licensee
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1 maintains their legal and permanent residence on the same property as
2 the Dwelling used as an STR.
3
4 D. inspection. Each Licensee must allow the Village to inspect any Dwelling to be
5 registered as an STR in accordance with the requirements of Section 26-44 of the Skokie
6 Village Code. The Village wilt have the right to re-inspect any STR at any reasonable time
7 that admission is requested or required by the Village to confirm compliance with the
s Program.
9
10 E. Notice to Surrounding Properties. No Dwelling may be registered as an STR
n unless and until the Licensee has provided the Village with proof that the Licensee mailed
12 notice of the requested registration to all owners of real property located within a radius of
13 250 feet of the proposed STR. The notice radius for this subsection wil! include the width of
14 public streets, alleys and other public ways. The notice must contain the Licensee's name,
15 home address, email and phone number, the address of the proposed STR (if different from
16 the Licensee's home address) and any other information required to be included by the
17 Village Manager or designee.
18
19 F. Prior Registration of investor-Owned STRs Required. No Dwelling may be
20 registered as an Investor-Owned STR unless the Dwelling was registered with the Village as
21 a Residential Rental Unit pursuant to the requirements of Article X!V of Chapter 22 of the
22 Skokie Village Code as of January 16, 2026. Dwellings not registered as Residential Rental
23 Units by that date may only be registered as a Hosted or Unhosted STR, and must satisfy the
24 residency requirements of those classes.
25
26 G. Village Training Program. Each Licensee must complete a training provided by
27 the Village addressing the requirements of the Program, property maintenance expectations,
28 other applicable provisions of Village Code, occupancy limits, and recognized industry best
29 practices for successful STR operation. No Licensee may offer an STR for rent to the public
30 without first completing the training program.
31
32 Section 6: Permitted Locations for Short-Term Rentals.
33
34 A. No Short-Term Rental of Accessory Structures. STRs may only be located
35 within the principal structure on a property and are not permitted in any accessory structure
36 located on a property.
37
38 B. Location Limit. No more than one STR may be registered with the Village on
39 a block or block face.
40
41 C. Exception. Dwellings that were registered with the Village as Residential
42 Rental Units pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 22, Article XIV of the Skokie Village
43 Code as of January 16, 2026. and which have maintained compliance with the Skokie
44 Village Code's requirements, will be allowed to be registered as STRs notwithstanding the
45 location limitation of Section 6.B of this Ordinance, so !ong as they are registered as STRs
46 no later than 120 days after the effective date of this Ordinance. Provided, however, that if
47 a Licensee allows the Registration for an STR to lapse, that STR may not be re-registered
48 if there is another STR registered on the same block or block face in the Interim.
49
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1 Section 7: Fees.
2
3 The fees to obtain an STR License, to register a Dwelling as an STR under the Program
4 shall be as follows:
5
6 Short Term Residential Rental License (STR License) $1,200
7
8 STR Registration Fees (per Dwelling) - Includes Inspection Fee
9
10 A. Hosted/Unhosted STR (Owner-Occupied) $2.450
11
12 B. Investor-Owned STR (Non-Owner-Occupied)
13 - Initial Registration Fee (1st Unit) $3.600
14 - Initial Registration Fee (additional Units) $1.200
15
16 The fees set forth in this Section 7 will apply to the full Term of the Program. If the Program
17 is terminated early, or an STR License or Registration is suspended or revoked pursuant to
18 the procedures set forth in Section 10.B, no refund or proration will be made to the Licensee.
19
Section 8: Operational Regulations and Restrictions for Short-Term Rentals.
21
22 An STR may only be operated in strict compliance with the following regulations and
23 restrictions. Failure by a Licensee to abide by these regulations and restrictions will subject
24 the Licensee to the penalties set forth in Section 10.B of this Ordinance, including monetary
25 fines and the suspension or revocation of the Dwelling's STR Registration or the Licensee's
26 STR License.
27
28 A. Minimum Stay. No STR may be offered for rent to a Guest for a period of time
29 less than five consecutive nights.
30
31 B. Maximum Bookings. No STR may be offered for rent to Guests for more than
32 18 separate bookings during the Term of the Program.
33
34 C. Private Registration with STR Intermediary Platforms. Each Registered STR
35 must also be listed with an STR Intermediary Platform approved by the Village. The online
36 listing for a Registered STR must include the following: (1) the Village-assigned STR
37 Registration number, and (2) photographs of the front of the building on which the STR is
38 located clearly showing the street address of the building and the designated entrance to the
39 Registered SIR.
40
41 D. Property Management.
42
43 1. For Unhosted STRs and Investor-Owned STRs located in singie-family
44 homes, the Licensee or a designated Operator must remain within 10 miles of the premises
45 on which the STR is located at all times during which the STR is rented and be available to
46 address issues raised by Guests.
47
48 2. For Unhosted STRs located in multi-famity buildings, either (i) the STR
49 must be served by on-site property management or (ii) the Licensee must maintain their legal
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1 and permanent residence on the same property as the Dwelling used as an STR (e.g. a
2 Licensee owns a two-ftat building and seeks to offer the second unit as an STR).
3
4 E. Interior Cameras Prohibited. Automated still or video cameras of any kind may
5 not be installed or operated by the Licensee in interior rooms or spaces of the SIR accessible
6 to Guests during rental periods.
7
8 F. Required Postings: All of the following must be conspicuously posted within an
9 STR in a manner readily visible and legible to Guests.
10
11 1. Specific guidelines and rules for overnight occupancy including
12 information regarding applicable parking regulations, directions for refuse disposal, and other
13 prescribed property maintenance requirements of which Guests should be aware;
14
15 2. A summary of the Village Noise Ordinance and Guest conduct
16 requirements in a form prepared by the Village;
17
18 3. Safety information including the permitted occupancy of the STR, a
19 fire/emergency exit plan (to be posted in the interior of the unit and all bedrooms), and a
20 statement indicating whether the STR is ADA accessible; and
21
22 4. The name and contact information of the Licensee or Operator and the
23 address and unit number of the STR.
24
25 G. Guest Conduct.
26
27 1. Any gathering, party, or socializing with individuals in excess of the
28 permitted Guest occupancy of the STR must cease no later than 11:59 pm on Friday and
29 Saturday and 10:00 pm Sunday through Thursday.
30
31 2. Violations of Chapter 42, Article III of the Skokie Village Code by Guests
32 are prohibited.
33
34 H. Sanitation. Licensees are required to do the following prior to each STR
35 booking:
36
37 1. Clean and sanitize all kitchens, including all dishes, utensils, pots, pans
38 and other cooking utensils. All food and beverages left by a prior Guest must be disposed
39 and removed from the STR.
40
41 2. Wash or replace all supplied bed linens and towels. Licensees shall be
42 responsible for maintaining all supplied bedding in a clean and sanitary manner.
43
44 I. Guest Log. Licensees must maintain a log with the name of every Guest, their
45 contact information, and their arriva! and departure dates for a minimum of 12 months.
46
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1 Section 9: Collection of Hotel- Motel Tax.
2
3 A. The rental of STRs is subject to the Village's Hotel-Motel Tax pursuant to
4 Chapter 98, Article V of the Skokie Village Code. The ultimate incidence of and liability for
5 payment of the tax shall be borne by the Guest of the STR.
6
7 B. The Licensee shal! bear the duty to collect the tax from each Guest that rents
8 an STR. Licensees may use an STR Intermediary Platform to collect the Village's Hotel-Motel
9 Tax from Guests and remit the proceeds to the Village; provided, however that the failure of
10 an STR Intermediary Platform to properly collect and remit the Hotel-Motel Tax from Guests
11 does not relieve the Licensee of its legal responsibility to promptly collect and remit the tax to
12 the Village.
13
14 Section 10: Violations and Penalties.
15
is (a) Violations. The following are deemed violations of the requirements of the
17 Program:
18
19 1. Failure of a Licensee to comply with any requirement or restriction of
20 the Program, including, specifically, all operational requirements for STRs set forth in Section
21 8 of this Ordinance.
22
23 2. Allowing criminal activity to occur in or around an SIR in conjunction
24 with a Guest's stay in the STR. For the purpose of this provision, "allowing" includes permitting
25 criminal conduct to occur that the Licensee knew or should have known would occur.
26
27 3. Failure by a Licensee to permit inspection of an STR as required by
28 Section 5 of this Ordinance.
29
30 4. Allowing an STR to fall into a condition requiring the Village or other
31 governmental agency to declare the STR, or the premises it is located within, unfit for
32 habitation.
33
34 5. Failure to collect, or cause to be collected, the Village's Hotel-Motel Tax
35 from Guests and promptly remit the same to the Village as required by Chapter 98, Article V
36 of the Skokie ViHage Code.
37
38 (b) Penalties. The Village may. in its discretion, impose any and all of the following
39 penalties for a violation set forth above:
40
41 1. Monetary Fines. Any violation of the regulations of the Program as set
42 forth in this Ordinance shall be punishable as follows:
43
44 A. The fine for a first violation is five hundred dollars ($500.00);
45
46 B. The fine for a second violation is one thousand dollars
47 ($1,000.00);
48
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1 C. The fine for a third or subsequent violation is fifteen hundred
2 dollars ($1,500.00).
3
4 Each day a provision of this Ordinance is found to have been violated may
5 constitute a separate violation subject to the fine schedule set forth in this
6 Section. Any fines shall be debts due and owing to the Village that the Village
7 may coiiect by any means allowed by law, including, but not limited to, filing a
8 lien against the property containing the STR.
9
10 The fines provided for herein shall not be construed as limiting the power of a
n court of competent jurisdiction or an Administrative Hearing Officer to impose
12 other penalties and/or remedies as provided for by applicable legislation.
13
14 2. Suspension of the Licensee's STR License or an STR Registration as
15 provided in Section 26-47.
16
17 3. Revocation of the Licensee's STR License or an STR Registration as
is provided in Section 26-48.
19
20 Any Licensee whose STR license is revoked shall be prohibited from offering any STR for
21 rent to the public for the remainder of the Program. Further, any Dwelling registered by a
22 Licensee whose license is revoked may not be registered an STR for the remainder of the
23 Program.
24
25 Section 11: Effective Date. That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect ten
26 days after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of February, 2026.
Ayes:
Nays: Village Clerk
Absent:
Attested and filed in my office Approved by me this 3rd day of
this 3rd day of February, 2026; February, 2026.
and published in pamphlet form
according to law.
Mayor, Village of Skokie
Village Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
Purchasing Division
Public Works Deparhucut
TO: John T. Lockerby, Village Manager
FROM: 3^4 f/y^}/LA^— —-
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Elizabeth Zimmermap^assistant Public Works Director
iH.
Michael Aleksic, Assistant Finance Dh'ector
DATE: January 26,2026
SUBJECT: Agenda Item - February 2,2026 Board Meeting
Directional Boring Machine
Backeroynd
The CIP budget contains funding for Lead Service Line replacements throughout the community.
The purchase of the equipment recommended herein is part of the overall long-term plan to
facilitate lead service line replacements in the years to come. A directional boring machine drills a
subsurface path beneath the pavement, enabling faster installation of uew copper service lines
without the need for extensive open excavation and street restoration. The Village previously
purchased this same directional boring macliine, which has delivered strong performance and
dependabUity.
Tabulation:
TT Technologies, Aurora, IL. $190,212.00
USA Blue Book, Waukegan, IL. $209,835.70
Rccommeudation:
It is recommended that the purchase of a directional boring machine and all associated hardware
and supplies be awarded to TT Technologies, the low responsive and responsible bidder, in the
amount of $190,212.00.
Comments:
The first directional boring machine has reduced dependence on external contractors, lowered
project costs> and improved scheduling flexibility. As the Village anticipates ramping up annual
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lead service line replacements to meet program goals and regulatory thuelines, a second boring
machine will prove crucial to achieving the required volume of replacements eacli year,
Combined with newly hired and trained staff, it will enable sunultaneous boring operations and
further increase installation capacity. Reduced contractor fees and decreased restoration expenses
are expected to offset the purchase cost over time, supporting contmued advancement of the Lead
Service Line Replacement Program.
ec: Jeff Scholpp, Superintendent Water and Sewer Division
Jeremy Lyeiiy, Supervisor, Water and Sewer Division
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MEMORANDUM
Purchasing Division
Public Works Department
TO; John T, Lockerby, Village Manager
FROM: jC_^^_
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Brad Maggi, OpBrations and Fleet Superintendent
^AM }
Michael Aleksic, Assistant Finance Director
DATE: January 28, 2026
SUBJECT: Agenda Item - February 2, 2026 Board Meeting
Water Division Service Truck
Background
Tiie CEP budget contains funding for Lead Service Line replacements throughout the community.
The purchase of the equipment recommended herein is part of the overall long-term plan to
facilitate lead service line replacements in the years to come.
Tabulation:
Sutton Ford, Matteson, IL (SPC Contract ^221) $80,460.29
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the purchase of a Ford F-250 with Knapheide Service Body be awarded
to Sutfon Pord, Matteson, IL, the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative contract #221 holder, in tlie
amount of $80,460,29.
Comments:
The Water and Sewer Division requires the purchase of a service truck to support the
replacement of lead service lines. This vehicle is necessaiy to transport and securely store the
specialized tools, parts, and materials required for this work. The enclosed Knaphelde service
body provides organized storage while protecting equipment from weather andjob-site
conditions. In addition, the truck is required to safely low the division's mini excavator to and
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from work sites. This service-truck configuration is widely used by local contractors performing
water service installations and has received positive feedback for its efficiency, reliability) and
suitabitity for this type of work.
The Village has previously purchased equipment from Sutton Ford in the past with positive
results and does not anticipate any procurement or performance issues.
ec: Jeff Schoipp, Superintendent Water and Sewer Division
Jeremy Lyerly, Supervisor Water and Sewer Division
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MEMORANDUM
Purchasing Division
Public Works Department
TO: John T. Lockerby, Village Manager
FROM: _^Z^^,
Brad Maggi, Operations ancLKleet Superintendent
Michael Aleksic, Assistant Finance Director
DATE: January 28, 2026
SUBJECT: Agenda Item - February 2,2026 Board Meeting
Mini Hydraulic Excavator
Background
Tlie CIP budget contains funding for Lead Service Line replacements throughout the community.
The purchase of the equipment recommended herein is part of the overall long-term plan to
facilitate lead service line replacements in the years to come.
Tabulation:
Altorfer CAT, East Dundee, IL (Sourcewell) $77,355.00
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the purchase of a Caterpillar 304 Mini Hydraulic Excavator and
Hydraulic Hammer be awarded to Altorfer CAT, the Sourcewell contract holder, in the amount
of$77,355.00.
Comments:
The purchase of a mini excavator is necessary to support the safe and efficient installation of lead
service lines. A mini excavator allows for precise excavation within parkways and near existing
underground utilities, reducing the risk of damage and improving job-site safety. This equipment
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supports directional boring of new service lines, which significantly minimizes disturbance to
streets and parkways and reduces the need for extensive surface restoration.
Mini excavators are commonly used by local contractors for water service installations, and their
positive feedback regarding performance and reliability confirms the suitability oflhis equipment
for the work. Bringing this capability in-house will increase installation capacity, reduce reliance
on contractors, limit surface disruption^ and lower restoration costs. Over time, savings from
reduced contractor expenses and minimized restoration work are expected to offset the initial
purchase cost.
The Village has previously purchased equipment from Altorfer CAT with positive results and
does not anticipate any procurement or performance issues.
ec: JeffScholpp, Superintendent Water and Sewer Division
Jeremy Lyerly, Supervisor Water and Sewer Division
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Memorandum
Corporation Counsel's Office
TO: The Honorable Mayor and Board of Trustees
FROM: ^ T^ . iK L A
^&>^J\^V^.L _
Barbara A. Mangler, Deputy Csqa^ratioh Counsel
DATE: January 29,2026
SUBJECT: February 2, 2026 Corporation Counsel's Report
CONSENT
*A. Ordinance, Stop Sign Upgrade^^M Intersections
ttem A is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on
January 5, 2026.
This Ordinance will direct the Village Manager to upgrade or install vehicle traffic at five (5)
intersections in the Village, in the following manner: two-way stop sign controls will be
installed at the intersections of Laramie Avenue/Sherwin Avenue and Laramie
Avenue/Jarvis Avenue and four-way stop sign controls will be installed at the intersections
of Cleveland Avenue/Karlov Avenue, Niles Avenue/Kirk Street and Keeney
Street/Kilpatrick Avenue. Pursuant to a review of data collected from these intersections
by the Engineering Division, including crash history, traffic volumes, field observations,
roadway network characteristics, land use context, and sight distance evaluation, it was
determined that traffic control at those intersections should be upgraded. This
determination followed the guidelines in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and
this new signage is expected to have a positive impact on safety and operations within
these neighborhoods.
*B. Ordinance, PC2025-16P. Special Use Permit, 5050 Church Street
*C. Ordinance, PC2025-17P, Site Plan Approval. 5050 Church Street
Items B and C are on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading
was on January 20, 2026.
These Ordinances will grant a special use permit to allow religious assembly at 5050 Church
Street, in a B2 Commercial district and site plan approval for an addition to the existing
building which wi!l hold worship services, respectively. The Holy Apostollc Catholic Assyrian
Church (HACAC) of the East Diocese of North America intends to construct a 1,536-square-
foot addition to the northeast corner of the existing building and remodel of the north
portion of the building, the former location of a pool. The construction of a 1 ,536-square-
foot addition to the northeast corner of the existing building and the remodeling of the north
portion of the building, formerly the location of a pool, will allow the Mar Sargis Parish to
relocate from the building's gymnasium that it has been utilizing for several years for
worship purposes. A new vestibule will be constructed on the west side of the building
and function as the main entrance to the church. The 6,658-square-foot worship space
wil! contain movable seating for 300 parishioners, a sacristy, an office, and two powder
rooms. A staircase and elevator will be installed and provide access to a mezzanine in
the worship space as well as to a quiet room and a choir room.
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Currently Village Ordinances 19-10-Z-4496 and 19-10-Z-4497 are specific to the Subject
Property, and grant site plan approval for religious assembly and a special use permit
which allows for religious assembly in the B2 Commercial district, respectively, however
due to the fact the HACAC wishes to construct an addition and relocate the religious
assembly use, new approvals for a site plan and a special use permit are required. In order
for the HACAC to continue to worship services on site, these ordinances won't be repealed
until an occupancy permit has been received from the Village for the contemplated addition.
*D. Ordinance. PC2025-19P, Special Use Permit, 7550 Under Avenue
Item D is on the consent agenda for second reading and adoption. The first reading was on
January 20, 2026.
This ordinance will grant a special use permit to allow an existing 1,910 square foot limited
retail use in an M1 Office Assembly district. Gandhi Foods, in operation since 2021, is a
grocery wholesale business that supplies goods to local Indian restaurants. In February
2024, a retail sales area was added that contains displays of packaged dry goods,
refrigerated prepared food and beverages, cooking utensils and equipment, and health
and beauty supplies; as well as a checkout counter, but the owner was unaware that a
special use permit was required.
Additionally, this ordinance will grant relief from Section 118-171 (1)e of the Skokie Village
Code, in order to allow a limited retail use that exceeds 10% of the total floor area. The retai!
area within the 11,760-square-foot building currently occupies 16% of the total floor area.
The relief is justifiable due to the low-intensify of traffic that it generates.
CLOSED SESSION
E. Request for a Closed Session in accordance with paragraph 2(c)(1) of the Illinois Open
Meetings Act pertaining to the review and discussion of personnel matters.
ec: Minal Desai
John Lockerby
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MML 1/5/26 Manager's Report
*2/2/26
THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER
26-2-T"
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION
AND ESTABLISHMENT OF TWO-WAY STOP SIGN AND FOUR-WAY
STOP SIGN CONTROLS AT MULTIPLE INTERSECTIONS
1 WHEREAS, from time to time, the Engineering Division wil! investigate various intersections
2 in the Village of Skokie to determine if upgrades to the current traffic control is warranted. Village
3 staff have reviewed the traffic control needs at the following intersections: Laramie
4 Avenue/Sherwin Avenue, LaramJe Avenue/Jarvis Avenue, Cleveland Avenue/Karlov Avenue,
5 Niles Avenue/Kirk Street and Keeney Street/Kiipatrick Avenue; and
6 WHEREAS, data was collected for each intersection, which included crash history, traffic
7 volumes, field observations, roadway network characteristics, land use context, and sight distance
8 evaluations; and
9 WHEREAS, these intersections are situated in residential areas that follow the typical
10 Village alternating pattern of traffic control. The intersections are now controlled as follows:
n Cleveland Avenue/Karlov Avenue, Niles Avenue/Kirk Street, and Keeney Street/Kilpatrick
12 Avenue. These intersections operate as two-way stop-controiied intersections with four-way
13 approaches. Laramie Avenue/Jarvis Avenue is a four-leg uncontrolled intersection, while Laramie
14 Avenue/Sherwin Avenue is a three-way uncontrolled intersection; and
15 WHEREAS, subsequent to the review of traffic at the intersections, it was determined that
16 traffic control at those intersections should be upgraded to a two-way stop-controlled intersection
17 and four-way stop controlled intersections. This determination followed the guidelines in the
18 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and is expected to have a positive impact on safety
19 and operations within these neighborhoods; and
20 WHEREAS, based on the completed analysis, the Engineering Division recommends
21 upgrading traffic control as follows:
Approach Proposed Control
No. Intersection Name
Control Direction Type
Laramie Avenue/ Westbound,
1 Two-Way Stop
Sherwin Avenue Southbound
Laramie Avenue/Jarvis Westbound,
2 Two-Way Stop
Avenue Eastbound
Cleveland Avenue/
3 All Approaches Four-Way Stop
Karlov Avenue
Niles Avenue/Kirk
4 All Approaches Four-Way Stop
Street
Keeney Street/
5 All Approaches Four-Way Stop
Kilpatrick Avenue
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1 WHEREAS, the Village Manager concurred in the aforesaid recommendation and
2 recommended to the Mayor and Board of Trustees that two-way stop sign controls be installed at
3 the intersections of Laramie Avenue/Sherwin Avenue and Laramie Avenue/Jarvis Avenue and that
4 four-way stop sign controls be installed at the intersections of Cleveland Avenue/Karlov Avenue,
5 Miles Avenue/Kirk Street and Keeney Street/Kilpatrick Avenue; as indicated on the diagrams
6 attached hereto marked Exhibit "A" and hereby made a part of this Ordinance; and
7 WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees, at a public meeting duly held on January 5,
8 2026, concurred in the aforesaid recommendation;
9 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village
10 of Skokie, Cook County, Illinois:
n Section 1: That pursuant to the provisions in Chapter 106, Article II, Division 1, Section
12 106-47 of the Skokie Village Code and the Illinois Vehicle Code, stop signs shall be installed in
13 accordance with the diagrams attached hereto and marked Exhibit "A" and hereby made a part of
14 this Ordinance.
15 Section 2: That the Village Manager is hereby directed and authorized to erect the
16 necessary signs in accordance with the provisions of this Ordinance.
17 Section 3: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
is approval and publication as provided by law.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of February, 2026.
Ayes:
Village Clerk
Nays:
Absent:
Approved by me this 3rd day of
Attested and filed in my office February, 2026.
this 3rd day of February, 2026;
and published
according to law.
Mayor, Village of Skokie
Village Clerk
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B
THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CtTED AS
VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER
26-2-Z-
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW
RELIGIOUS ASSEMBLY AT 5050 CHURCH STREET, SKOKIE, ILLINOIS
IN A B2 COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
1 WHEREAS, the Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East Diocese of North
2 America (hereinafter "Petitioner"), the owner of the following described real property:
3 LOTS 1 THROUGH 40 IN BLOCK 9 IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET
4 STATION SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST Vz OF LOT 19 AND THE WEST Vi OF THE EAST Vz
5 OF LOT 19 OF SCHOOL TRUSTEE'S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST V4 OF SECTION
6 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN
7 COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
8
9 ALSO
10
n THE SOUTH HALF OF LYONS STREET LYING NORTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF BLOCK 9,
12 LYING WEST OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 9 EXTENDED NORTH, AND LYING
13 EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 9 EXTENDED NORTH IN JOHN BROWN'S
14 MILES CENTER SiMPSON STREET STATION SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST
15 QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13; THAT PART OF LECLAIRE
16 AVENUE AS DEDICATED IN JOHN BROWN'S N!LES CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION
17 SUBDIVISION AFORESAID; LYING NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF BLOCK 9 EXTENDED
18 WEST TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID STREET AS DEDICATED IN SAID SUBDIVISION;
19 LYING WEST OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 9 AND SAID WEST LINE EXTENDED
20 NORTH TO THE CENTER LINE OF SAID LYONS STREET, AND LYING SOUTH OF THE
21 CENTER LINE OF LYONS STREET, ALL IN JOHN BROWN'S MILES CENTER SIMPSON
22 STREET STATION SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 16,
23 TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK
24 COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
25
26 ALSO
27
28 THAT PART OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH 16 FOOT PUBLIC ALLEY LYING WEST OF AND
29 ADJOINING THE WEST LINE OF LOTS 1 TO 15, BOTH INCLUSIVE, AND LYING EAST OF
30 AND ADJOINING THE EAST LINE OF LOTS 26 TO 40, BOTH INCLUSIVE, AND LYING
31 SOUTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF SA!D LOT 1 EXTENDED WEST OF THE NORTHEAST
32 CORNER OF SAID LOT AND LYING NORTH OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF
33 SAID LOT 15 EXTENDED WEST TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26, ALSO
34
35 THAT PART OF THE EAST AND WEST 16 FOOT PUBLIC ALLEY LYING NORTH OF AND
36 ADJOINING THE NORTH LINES OF LOTS 16 TO 25, BOTH INCLUSIVE, AND LYING SOUTH
37 OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15 AND LYING SOUTH OF AND
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1 ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 26, AND LYING WEST OF AND ADJOINING
2 THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 15 EXTENDED SOUTH TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
3 SAID LOT 16, AND LYING EAST OF AND ADJOINING THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 25
4 EXTENDED NORTH TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26, AND LYING SOUTH
5 OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15 EXTENDED WEST TO THE
6 SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26; ALL BEING IN BLOCK 9 IN JOHN BROWN'S
7 NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST
8 QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD
9 PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
10
n PIN: 10-16-216-044-0000
12 more commoniy described as 5050 Church Street, Skokie. Illinois (hereinafter "Subject
13 Property"), petitioned the Village of Skokie (hereinafter "Village"), for a special use permit to
14 allow religious assembly at 5050 Church Street, Skokie, Illinois, in a B2 Commercial district; and
15 WHEREAS, Petitioner intends to construct a 1,536-square-foot addition to the northeast
16 corner of the existing building and remodel the north portion of the building, the former location
17 of a pool; and
18 WHEREAS, the construction of a 1,536-square-foot addition to the northeast comer of the
19 existing building and the remodeling of the north portion of the building will allow the Mar Sargis
20 Parish to relocate from the building's gymnasium that it has been utilizing for several years for
21 worship purposes; and
22 WHEREAS, currently Village Ordinances 19-10-Z-4496 and 19-10-Z-4497are specific to
23 the Subject Property and grant site plan approval for reiigious assembly and a special use
24 permit which allows for religious assembly in the B2 Commercial district, respectively. However,
25 due to the fact the Petitioner wishes to construct an addition and relocate the religious assembly
26 use, new approval for a site plan and a special use permit is required; and
27 WHEREAS, the current site plan approval ordinance and special use permit ordinance for the
28 Subject Property will be formally repealed once the permit approvals have been received from the
29 Village, construction is completed and an occupancy permit has been received from the Village for
30 the contemplated addition; and
31 WHEREAS, at a public hearing of the Skokie Plan Commission, duly held on October 16,
32 2025, the Skokie Plan Commission determined that proper legal notice had been achieved, (b)
33 made the appropriate findings of fact as required under Section 118-32 of the Skokie Village Code,
34 and (c) voted to recommend to the Mayor and Board of Trustees that the requested special use
35 permit be granted subject to the conditions contained in the Plan Commission Report dated
36 January 20,2026;
37 WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees, at a public meeting duly held on January 20,
38 2026, concurred in the aforesaid recommendations and findings of fact of the Skokie Plan
39 Commission;
40 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village
41 of Skokie, Cook County, IIHnois:
42 Section 1: That the special use permit requested by the petitioner to allow religious
43 assembly at the Subject Property, described above and commonly known as 5050 Church Street.
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1 Skokie, Illinois, in a B2 Commercial district be and the same is hereby granted and approved
2 subject to each of the conditions set forth below:
3 I. The petitioner shall develop the Subject Property in substantial conformance with the final
4 Village approved plans per Ordinance Number 26-2-Z_;
5 2. The maximum seating capacity in the worship area shall be limited to 300 seats. Any
6 increase in the seating capacity or the overall area that the religious assembly use occupies
7 in the building shall require an amendment to the special use permit through the full public
s hearing process;
9 3. Upon completion of interior reconfigurations and establishment of occupancy of the new
to worship area, the occupant loads for the theater, fellowship hail, and gymnasium shall not
n authorize usage of said spaces for satellite worship services;
12 4. For the purpose of accommodating any large special event in which the parking needs for
13 the event are unable to be met by both the parking provided at the subject site and at the
14 approved off-site parking location, the petitioner shaf! submit to the Village in advance and
15 receive approval for a special event application that includes an agreement for an additional
16 off-street vehicle parking facility located within one mile of the subject site;
17 5. Any change in user to another religious group shall require an application for a new special
18 use permit, including public hearings;
19 6. The petitioner shall submit to the Planning Division electronic files of the site, landscape,
20 and floor plans in their approved and finalized form.
21 Section 2: That a notice of the approval of this Ordinance incorporating the
22 conditions contained herein shal! be executed by the owner of the property in writing and duly
23 recorded with the Cook County Clerk's Office at the owner's expense.
24 Sectipn_3: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
25 passage, approva! and recordation as provided by law.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of February, 2026.
Ayes:
Village Clerk
Nays:
Absent:
Approved by me this 3rd day of
Attested and filed in my February, 2026.
office this 3rd day of
February, 2026
Mayor, Village of Skokie
Village Clerk
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THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER
26-2-Z-
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO ESTABLISH
AND OPERATE A RELIGIOUS ASSEMBLY USE ON A ONE ACRE OR
GREATER SITE AT 5050 CHURCH STREET, SKOKIE, ILLINOIS, IN A
B2 COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
1 WHEREAS, the Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East Diocese of North
2 America (hereinafter "Petitioner"), owner of the following described real property:
3 LOTS 1 THROUGH 40 IN BLOCK 9 IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET
4 STATION SUBDIVISION, OF THE WEST 1/2 OF LOT 19 AND THE WEST % OF THE EAST V2
5 OF LOT 19 OF SCHOOL TRUSTEE'S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH EAST V4 OF SECTION
6 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN
7 COOK COUNTY. ILLINOIS.
8 ALSO
9 THE SOUTH HALF OF LYONS STREET LYING NORTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF BLOCK 9
10 LYING WEST OF THE EAST UNE OF SAID BLOCK 9 EXTENDED NORTH AND LYING EAST
n OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 9 EXTENDED NORTH IN JOHN BROWN'S MILES
12 CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF
13 SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13; THAT PART OF LECbMRE AVENUE AS
14 DEDICATED IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION SUBDIVISION
15 AFORESAID; LYING NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF BLOCK 9 EXTENDED WEST TO THE
16 WEST LINE OF SAID STREET AS DEDICATED IN SAID SUBDIVISION; LYING WEST OF THE
17 WEST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 9 AND SAID WEST LINE EXTENDED NORTH TO THE CENTER
18 LINE OF SAID LYONS STREET, AND LYING SOUTH OF THE CENTER LINE OF LYONS
19 STREET, ALL IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION, A
20 SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH,
21 RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
22 THAT PART OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH 16 FOOT PUBLIC ALLEY LYING WEST OF AND
23 ADJOINING THE WEST LINE OF LOTS 1 TO 15 BOTH INCLUSIVE, AND LYING EAST OF AND
24 ADJOINING THE EAST LINE OF LOTS 26 TO 40 BOTH INCLUSIVE AND LYING SOUTH OF
25 THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 1 EXTENDED WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
26 SAID LOT 40 AND LYING NORTH OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15
27 EXTENDED WEST TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26, ALSO
28 THAT PART OF THE EAST AND WEST 16 FOOT PUBLIC ALLEY LYING NORTH OF AND
29 ADJOINING THE NORTH LINES OF LOTS 16 TO 25, BOTH INCLUSIVE. AND LYING SOUTH
30 OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15 AND LYING SOUTH OF AND
31 ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE SAID LOT 26; AND LYING WEST OF AND ADJOINING THE
32 EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 15 EXTENDED WEST TO THE SOUTH TO THE NORTHEAST
33 CORNER OF SAID LOT 16 AND LYING EAST OF AND ADJOINING THE WEST LINE OF SA!D
34 LOT 25 EXTENDED NORTH TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26; AND LYING
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1 SOUTH OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15 EXTENDED WEST TO THE
2 SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26; ALL BEING IN BLOCK 9 IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES
3 CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION A SUBDIVISION OF NORTHEAST QUARTER OF
4 SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL
5 MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
6 PIN: 10-16-216-044-0000
7 more commonly described as 5050 Church Street, Skokie, Illinois (hereinafter "Subject Property"),
8 petitioned the Village of Skokie for site plan approval for the expansion of the existing building to
9 allow for the relocation of the existing religious assembly use, at 5050 Church Street in a B2
10 Commercial district; and
11 WHEREAS, Petitioner intends to construct a 1,536-square-foot addition to the northeast comer
12 of the existing building and remodel of the north portion of the building, the former location of a
13 pool; and
14 WHEREAS, the construction of a 1,536-square-foot addition to the northeast corner of the
15 existing building and the remodeling of the north portion of the building, formerly the location of a
16 pool, will allow the Mar Sargis Parish to relocate from the building's gymnasium that it has been
17 utilizing for several years for worship purposes; and
is WHEREAS, in addition, a new vestibule will be constructed on the west side of the building
19 and function as the main entrance to the church. The 6,658-square-foot worship space will contain
20 movable seating for 300 parishioners, a sacristy, an office, and two powder rooms. A staircase
21 and elevator will be installed and provide access to a mezzanine in the worship space as well as
22 to a quiet room and a choir room; and
23 WHEREAS, currently Village Ordinances 19-10-Z-4496 and 19-10-Z-4497 are specific to the
24 Subject Property and grant site plan approval for religious assembly and a special use permit
25 which allows for religious assembly in the B2 Commercial district, respectively. However, due to
26 the fact the Petitioner wishes to construct an addition and relocate the religious assembly use,
27 new approval for a site plan and a special use permit are required; and
28 WHEREAS, the current site plan approval ordinance and special use permit ordinance for the
29 Subject Property will be formally repealed once the permit approvals have been received from the
30 Village, construction is completed and an occupancy permit has been received from the Village for
31 the contemplated addition; and
32 WHEREAS, the Skokie Plan Commission, at a public hearing duly held on October 16, 2025:
33 (i) determined that proper legal notice had been achieved, (ii) made the appropriate findings of fact
34 in the affirmative, as required under Section 118-6(g) of the Skokie Village Code, and (iii) voted to
35 recommend to the Mayor and Board of Trustees that (a) the requested site plan approval be granted
36 subject to the conditions contained in the Plan Commission Report dated January 20, 2026; and
37 WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees, at a public meeting duly held on January 20,
38 2026 concurred in the aforesaid recommendations and findings of fact of the Skokie Plan
39 Commission;
40 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village
41 of Skokie, Cook County, lilinois:
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1 Section 1: That the site plan approval requested by the petitioner to establish and
2 operate a religious assembly use on a one acre or greater site at the property legally described above
3 and commoniy known as 5050 Church Street, Skokie, Hlinois, in a 82 Commercial district, is granted
4 subject to the following conditions:
5 1. The Petitioner shall develop the Subject Property in substantial conformance with the final
6 Village approved Proposed Site Plan, dated November 5, 2025, Proposed Full First Floor
7 Plan, dated May 20, 2024, Proposed Full Second Floor Plan, dated May 20, 2024, Proposed
8 Church First Floor Plan, dated June 11, 2025, Proposed Church Second Floor Plan, dated
9 June 11, 2025, Tree Planting Plan, dated November 5, 2025, and Elevations, dated June 11,
io 2025;
n 2. Prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, the petitioner shall remove the row of non-
12 compliant bike racks from the south side of the building;
13 3. The theater, the fellowship hall, and the gymnasium shall be prohibited from being used during
14 church services;
15 4. The Petitioner shall provide 30 days written notice to the Village of any changes to the Parking
16 Lot Use Agreement, dated July 11, 2025 by and between the Assyrian Church of the east and
17 the Assyrian National Council of lliinois;
18 5. If the off-site parking location of 9131 Church Street, as outlined the Parking Lot Use
19 Agreement referenced in #4 changes at any time in the future, a new parking lot agreement
20 shall be required for the new location and submitted to the Village for approval;
21 6. The honey locust tree closest to the proposed addition shall be root pruned prior to any
22 excavation activity;
23 7. Parking lot and exterior lighting shall meet IES standards, be fuU cut-off design and be directed
24 away from adjacent properties, subject to the approval of the Engineering Division;
25 8. The proposed development shall have a minimum of 178 off-street vehicle parking spaces
26 including 9 accessible parking spaces and a minimum of 9 bicycle parking spaces as indicated
27 on the Proposed Site Plan, dated November 5, 2025;
28 9. The Petitioner shal! sign an "Agreement for Installation and Maintenance of Landscaping" to
29 assure that the Subject Property and parkway landscaping is completed and maintained,
so including trimming, watering, and replacing of dead plant materials In a timely manner in
31 accordance with the final approved landscape plan. A copy of said Agreement is attached
32 hereto as Exhibit "A", and shall be recorded at the petitioner's expense;
33 10. The Petitioner shall submit to the Planning Division electronic files of the site, landscape, and
34 floor plans in their approved and finalized form.
35
36 Section 2: That a notice of the approval of this Ordinance incorporating the conditions
37 contained herein shall be executed by the owner of the property in writing and duly recorded with
38 the Cook County Clerk's Office at the owner's expense.
39 Section 3: That this Ordinance shal! be in full force and effect from and after its
40 passage, approval, and recordation as provided by law.
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ADOPTED this 2nd day of February, 2026.
Ayes:
Village Clerk
Nays:
Absent:
Approved by me this 3rd day of
Attested and filed in my office this February, 2026.
3rd day of February, 2026
Mayor, Village of Skokie
Village Clerk
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Exhibit A
AGREEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE OF
LANDSCAPING
Plan Commission Case
2025-17P
This Aqreement is entered into this_day of_2026 by and
between Holy Apostolic Catholic Assyrian Church of the East Diocese of North America.
hereinafter referred to as "PROPERTY OWNER", and the VILLAGE OF SKOKIE, an Hlinois
municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "VILLAGE" The parties to this Agreement
hereby agree as follows-
PROPERTY OWNER is the owner of the follov/ing described real property located in the Village
of SkokJe:
LOTS 1 THROUGH 40 (N BLOCK 9 IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET
STATION SUBDIVISION. OF THE WEST ^ OF LOT 19 AND THE WEST Yz OF THE EAST %
OF LOT 19 OF SCHOOL TRUSTEE'S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH EAST y< OF SECTION
16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH. RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN
COOK COUNTS, ILLINOIS.
ALSO
THE SOUTH HALF OF LYONS STREET LYING NORTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF BLOCK 9
LYING WEST OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 9 EXTENDED NORTH AND LYING EAST
OF THE WEST LINE Of SAID BLOCK 9 EXTENDED NORTH IN JOHN BROWN'S MILES
CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF
SECTION 16. TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH. RANGE 13; THAT PART OF LECLAIRE AVENUE AS
DEDICATED IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION SUBDIVISION
AFORESAID; LYING NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF BLOCK 9 EXTENDED WEST TO THE
WEST LINE OF SAID STREET AS DEDICATED !N SAID SUBDIVISION; LYING WEST OF THE
WEST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 9 AND SAID WEST LINE EXTENDED NORTH TO THE CENTER
LINE OF SAID LYONS STREET. AND LYING SOUTH OF THE CENTER LINE OF LYONS
STREET, Alt IN JOHN BROWN'S NILES CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION. A
SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 16. TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH.
RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNW, ILUNOIS.
THAT PART OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH 16 FOOT PUBLIC ALLEY LYtNG WEST OF AND
ADJOINING THE WEST LINE OF LOTS 1 T015 BOTH INCLUSIVE, AND LYING EAST OF AND
ADJOINING THE EAST LINE OF LOTS 26 TO 40 BOTH INCLUSIVE AND LYING SOUTH OF
THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 1 DOENDED WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
SA!D LOT 40 AND LYING NORTH OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15
EXTENDED WEST TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26, ALSO
THAT PART OF THE EAST AND WEST 16 FOOT PUBLIC ALLEY LYING NORTH OF AND
ADJOINING THE NORTH LINES OF LOTS 16 TO 25, BOTH INCLUSIVE. AND LYING SOUTH
OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15 AND LYING SOUTH OF AND
ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE SAtD LOT 26; AND LYING WEST OF AND ADJOINING THE
EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 15 EXTENDED WEST TO THE SOUTH TO THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF SAID LOT 16 AND LYING EAST OF AND ADJOINING THE WEST LINE OF SAID
LOT 25 EXTENDED NORTH TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26: AND LYING
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SOUTH OF AND ADJOINING THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 15 EXTENDED WEST TO THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26; ALL BEING IN BLOCK 9 IN JOHN BROWN'S MILES
CENTER SIMPSON STREET STATION A SUBDIVISION OF NORTHEAST QUARTER OF
SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH. RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL
MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTS ILLINOIS.
PINS: 10-16-216-044-0000
Commonly known as 5050 Church Street, Skokie, Illinois 60077
1. At or near the time of execution of this Agreement the VILLAGE granted an
Occupancy Permit, Business License. Site Plan Approval or Special Use Permit
hereinafter co!!ective!y referred to as "permit" pursuant to state statutes and local
ordinances.
2. By the terms of the aforesaid permit, the PROPERTY OWNER is required to install
and maintain landscaping En accordance with the Tree Ranting plans dated November
5,2025,or as It may be subsequentty revised with the approval of the Village Manager,
or designee, and the Corporation Counsel
3. The parties to this Agreement recognize that the installation and maintenance of
Eandscaptng is an integral part of the PROPERTY OWNER'S plan for development
and/or use of the properly and is necessary to carry out the purpose and intent of the
VILLAGE'S land use objectives, and that the permit would not have been approved by
the VILLAGE v/ithout the assurance that this Agreement would be executed by the
PROPERTY OWNER
4. The purpose of this Agreement is to assure:
(a) installation of the landscaping in accordance with the Tree Planting plans
approved by the VILLAGE, and
(b) continued maintenance and care of the landscaping, including any
landscaping indicated En the parkway area.
5. The property, which is the subject matter of this Agreement, is leflafly described above.
The portions of the Subject Property v/hich are to be landscaped and maintained
pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Aqreement are indicated on the Tree
Ranting Plan attached hereto, marked Exhibit'T and are hereby made a part of this
Agreement.
6. PROPERTY OWNER agrees that the installation and maintenance of the landscaping
which is required in accordance with the permit issued by the VILLAGE and this
Agreement w\\ materialiy benefit the Subject Property Such landscaping is necessary
in order for the PROPERTY OWNER to comply with the conditions of the permit issued
or granted by the VILLAGE for the PROPERTY OWNER'S requested development or
use of the property.
7. PROPERTY OWNER shall diligently maintain and care for the landscapinq which is
installed and required by the permit and this Agreement, using generally accepted
methods of cuttivation and watering The PROPERTY OWNER shall maintain a
standard of care necessary to prevent the landscaping from deteriorating to the extent
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that its value as landscapinq is destroyed. If Exhibit "1", attached hereto or permit
specifies maintenance standards or procedures. such procedures are hereby adopted
as part of this Agreement, and by such adoption, become enforcement conditions of
this Agreement.
8. Failure to maintain the landscapinq as required by this Agreement shall be a nuisance.
In the event the PROPERTY OWNER fails to meet the standard of maintenance
necessary to keep the landscaping in a healthy condition as required by this
Agreement, the VILLAGE shall give written notice of the deficiency to the PROPERTY
OWNER who shall have 20 days to make the necessary correction or replacement. If
such correction or replacement is not made within the aforesaid 20-day period, the
VILLAGE may elect to abate the nuisance and take necessary action to assure that
the landscaping is replaced anchor maintained. In the event, the VILLAGE so elects:
the VILLAGE shall serve notice of its intent to enter the premises for this purpose.
The VILLAGE shall either personally serve the notice upon the PROPERTY OWNER
or mail a copy of it by certified mail to the PROPERTY OWNER'S last known address.
or as shown on the tax rolls, at least 1 5 days in advance of the date when the VILLAGE
or its agent intends to enter the premises.
9. For this purpose, the VILLAGE or its accent may enter upon the property and perform
such work as it considers reasonably necessary and proper to restore, maintain, or
replace the landscapincj required by this AQreement The VILLAGE may act either
through its own employees or through an independent contractor.
10 The VILLAGE shait be entitled to reimbursement for abating the nuisance in restoring,
maintaining or replacing the landscaping, provided that the VILLAGE follows the
procedures set forth in this Aqreement. Costs shall include but shall not be limited to
actual costs incurred by the VILLAGE and administrative costs. The VILLAGE shall
make demand upon the PROPERn OWNER for payment if the PROPERTY
OWNER fails to pay the costs within 30 days of the date on which demand is made,
the VILLAGE may cause a lien to be placed on the Subject Property. The VILLAGE
may record a notice with the Cook County Cierk's Office stating that it has incurred
expenses under the terms this landscape Agreement. The VILLAGE shall be entitled
to collect interest at the statutory rate on the amount owed.
11. in ackihion to ha^'ng a lien placed on the Subject Property, the VILLAGE may institute
a legal action to collect the amount owed. The PROPERTY OWNER agrees to pay
the VILLAGE a reasonable sum for attorney's fees and court costs.
12. If either party upon the execution of this Agreement or during the course of
performance considers that It is necessary to have the PROPERTY OWNER post
additional security to guarantee the performance of his obtigafions hereunder, the
VILLAGE may require the PROPERTY OWNER to post additional security. The
VILLAGE may require either a cash deposit or a surety bond guaranteeing
performance in a form signed by sureties satisfactory to the VILLAGE. The condition
of the security shatl be that if the PROPERTY OWNER fails to perform any obligation
under this Agreement, the VILLAGE may, act on behalf of the PROPERTY OWNER
and use the proceeds of the cash bond. or in the case of a surety bond, require the
securities to perform the obligations of this Agreement.
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13, The PROPERTY OWNER hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the
VILLAGE, its trustees, officials, employees and agents for any costs, daims, actions
or causes of action for personal injury, property damage or otherwise, including
reasonable attorney's fees, which may arise from the VILLAGE exercising any of its
rights or obligations and performance under this Agreement.
14. Al! notices required or to be given pursuant hereto shall be in writing and either
delivered personally or by a nationally recognized "over-night" courier service or
mailed by United States certified or reqistered mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the
VILLAGE and the PROPERTY OWNER as follows
If to VILLAGE: if to the PROPERTY OWNER:
Village of SRokie
5127 Oakton Street
Skokie. IL 60077
Attention: Village Clerk
Wh copies to:
Viitage Manager
Village of Skokie
5127 Oakton Street
Skokie. It 60077
Corporation Counsel
Village of Skokie
5127 Oakton Street
Skokie. IL 60077
Either Party may change the names and addresses of the persons to whom notices or
copies thereof shall be delivered. by written notice So the other Party, as the case may
be. in the manner herein provided for the service of notice.
15. The Parties and the individuals whose signature is affixed to this Aqreement, each
acting with due authority have executed this Agreement,
16, This Agreement pertains to, runs w\h the Subject Property, and shall be binding on
the successors, assigns, and heirs in interest.
17. This Agreement shall be recorded at the PROPER?^ OWNER'S expense in the Cook
County Clerk's Office.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Aqreement on the day and year
written above.
P;^p .1 nt :''
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THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER
26-2-2-
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A
LIMITED RETAIL USE AT 7550 UNDER AVENUE, SKOKIE, ILLINOIS IN
AN M1 OFFICE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT, AND RELIEF FROM CHAPTER
118, SECTION 118-171(1)e OF THE SKOKIE VILLAGE CODE
1 WHEREAS, the Gandhi Group, LLC, (hereinafter "Petitioner"), owner of the following
2 described real property:
3 LOTS 17 THROUGH 23 !N BLOCK 1 IN HOWARD-CENTRAL GARDENS, BEING A
4 SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 AND 2 IN ROEHL HEIRS SUBDIVISION;
5 ALSO, THE PORTIONS OF THE FOLLOWING PARCELS IN HOWARD-CENTRAL GARDENS
6 AFORESAID LYING EAST OF A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 450 FEET EASTERLY OF THE
7 WEST LINE OF SECTION 28, AFORESAID (MEASURED ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT
8 2 IN ROEHL HEIRS SUBDIVISION AFORESAID); LOT 16 IN BLOCK 1, THAT PORTION OF
9 LOT 29 IN BLOCK 1, LYING NORTH OF A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 284.60 FEET
10 NORTHERLY OF THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 2 IN ROEHL HEIRS SUBDIVISION AFORESAID
n (MEASURED ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SECTION 28 AFORESAID); THE EAST AND WEST
12 PUBLIC ALLEY (NOW VACATED) IN BLOCK 1;
13 ALSO, THE PORTIONS OF THE FOLLOWING PARCELS IN HOWARD-CENTRAL GARDENS
14 AFORESAID LYING NORTH OF A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND 284.60 FEET NORTHERLY ON
15 THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 2 !N ROEHL HEIRS SUBDIVISION AFORESAID (MEASURED
16 ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SECTION 28 AFORESAID); LOTS 24 THROUGH 29, BOTH
17 INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 1; THAT PART OF UNDER AVENUE (NOW VACATED) LYING SOUTH
18 OF THE LINE OF HOWARD STREET AND LYING WEST OF A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND
19 639.07 FEET EASTERLY OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 28 (MEASURED ALONG A
20 LINE PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 4 IN OWNER'S SUBDIVISION OF
21 THE WEST V2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13,
22 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 7.50 CHAINS RECORD,
23 7.40 CHAINS MEASURED THEREOF) ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AS
24 DOCUMENT NUMBER 217047, OF THE NORTHWEST % OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE
25 NORTH 5 ACRES OF THE SOUTHWEST Y^ OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE
26 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND
27 EXCEPT THAT PART THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE COUNTY OF COOK BY WARRANTY
28 DEED RECORDEDAPRIL 13, 2005 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 051033303122 DESCRIBED AS
29 FOLLOWS:
30 BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH 40 FEET OF
31 SAID SOUTHWEST V* WITH THE WEST LINE OF UNDER AVENUE AS DEDICATED BY
32 DOCUMENT NUMBER 2193511 REGISTERED ON FEBRUARY 1, 1965; THENCE SOUTH
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1 ALONG SAID WEST LINE, 10 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY TO A POINT ON SAID
2 SOUTH LINE THAT IS 10 FEET WEST OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE EAST
3 ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE, 10 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, IN COOK COUNTY,
4 ILLINOIS.
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s more commonly described as 7550 Under Avenue, Skokie, Hiinois (hereinafter "Subject
9 Property"), petitioned the Village of Skokie (hereinafter "Village"), for a special use permit to allow
to a limited retail use in an M1 Office Assembly district; and
n WHEREAS, a special use permit will formally allow an existing 1,910 square foot retail sales
12 area that the Petitioner has been operating since February of 2024. The Petitioner indicated that
13 he was unaware of the need for a special use permit; and
14 WHEREAS, the Petitioner opened Gandhi Foods in 2021, a grocery wholesale business
15 that supplies goods to local Indian restaurants. In February 2024, the Petitioner added a retai!
16 sales area that contains displays of packaged dry goods, refrigerated prepared food and
17 beverages, cooking utensils and equipment, and health and beauty supplies, as well as a
is checkout counter; and
19 WHEREAS, the remainder of the building contains a warehouse, offices and restrooms.
20 The Petitioner represents that the sales area "receives approximately 10-15 customers per day,
21 or about 1-2 customers per hour; and
22 WHEREAS, the Petitioner has also requested relief from Section 118-171 (1)e of the Skokie
23 Village Code (hereinafter "Code"), in order to allow a limited retail use that exceeds 10% of the total
24 floor area. The retail area within the 11,760-square-foot building currently occupies 16% of the
25 total floor area. The relief is justifiable due to the fow-intensity of traffic that it generates; and
26 WHEREAS, the Skokie Plan Commission, at a public hearing duly held on November 20,
27 2025, for which proper legal notice had been achieved and no interested parties testified, (a) made
28 the appropriate findings of fact as required under Section 118-6(1) of the Skokie Village Code and (b)
29 voted to recommend to the Mayor and Board of Trustees that the requested special use permit be
30 granted subject to the conditions contained in the Plan Commission Report dated January 20, 2026;
31 and
32 WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees, at a public meeting duly held on January 20,
33 2026, concurred in the aforesaid recommendations and findings of fact of the Skokie Plan
34 Commission;
35 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village
36 ofSkokie, Cook County, Illinois:
37 Section 1: That the special use permit requested by the petitioner to allow a limited retail
38 use at the Subject Property, described above and commonly known as 7550 Under Avenue, Skokie,
39 Illinois, in an M1 Office Assembly district be and the same is hereby granted and approved subject
40 to each of the conditions set forth below:
41 1. The petitioner shall develop the Subject Property in substantial conformance with the final
42 Village approved Floor and Site Plan, dated November 21 ,2025;
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1 2. The Petitioner shall not be permitted to expand the square footage of the retai! sales area
2 beyond its existing 1,910-square-foot footprint;
3 3. A waste receptacle shall be placed on the Subject Property for the use of customers;
4 4. The petitioner shall submit to the Planning Division electronic files of the site plan in its
5 approved and finalized form.
6 Section 2: That relief from Chapter 118, Section 118-171(1) in order to allow a limited
7 retail use that exceeds 10% of the total floor area, is hereby approved.
8 Section 3: That a notice of the approval of this Ordinance incorporating the conditions
9 contained herein shall be executed by the owner of the property in writing and duiy recorded with
10 the Cook County Clerk's Office at the owner's expense.
n Section 4: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
12 passage, approval and recordation as provided by law.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of February, 2026.
Ayes:
Village C!erk
Nays:
Absent:
Approved by me this 3rd day of
Attested and filed in my office this January, 2026.
3rd day of February, 2026
Mayor, Village of Skokie
Village Clerk
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Memorandum
Mayor's Office
TO: Board j6fjTmstees
FROM:
Ann 7ennes, Mayor
DATE: January 29, 2026
SUBJECT: Class G Liquor License Code Amendment Recommendation
In order to allow the Village's two current Class G liquor license holders to expand the type of
liquor they can serve and sell, I am recommending an amendment to Chapter 10 of the Skokie
Village Code. This ordinance will amend Chapter 10 of the Skokie Village Code, specifically the
definitions and classification pertaining to the Class G liquor license. Currently there are two (2)
Class G licenses; Gl for a Class 1 Brewer and G2 for distilling pub. Both allow the licensees to
serve and sell their own product at retail, but not other types of alcohol. As Skokie's Liquor
Control Commissioner, I have received requests from each of the G licensees to expand their
ability to offer at sale in their establishment's beer, cider, wine and spirits, and parallel what is
allowed for each establishment's license pursuant to the Illinois Liquor Control Act. I bring this
recommendation to the Village Board as I believe that expanding the definition of the G license
subclasses will enable the licensees to expand their business and encourage greater economic
opportunity for the licensees.
This matter is up for first read on February 2, 2026; if approved, second read will occur at the
February 17, 2026 Village Board meeting.
Thank you for your consideration.
C: Village Clerk Minal Desai
Village Manager John Lockerby
Corporation Counsel Steven Elrod
Deputy Corporation Counsel Barbara Mangler
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THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE CITED AS
VILLAGE ORDINANCE NUMBER
26-2-C"
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10 OF THE SKOKIE VILLAGE
CODE PERTAINING TO THE RETAIL SALE OF ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR
WHEREAS, Chapter 10 of the Skokie Village Code (hereinafter "Code") provides for rules
and regulations pertaining to the sale of alcoholic iiquor in the Village of Skokie (hereinafter
"Skokie"); and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Illinois Liquor Control Act and the Code, the Mayor is
charged with the duties of Local Liquor Control Commissioner and is generally responsible for the
regulation of the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in the Village; and
WHEREAS, currently there are two (2) Class G licenses; G1 for a Class 1 Brewer and G2
for distilling pub. Both allow the licensees to serve and sell their own product at retail, but not
other types of alcohol; and
10 WHEREAS, the Liquor Commissioner has received requests from each of the G licensees
11 to expand their ability to offer at sale in their establishment's beer, cider, wine and spirits; and
12 WHEREAS, the Liquor Control Commissioner believes that expanding the definition of the
13 G license subclasses will enable the licensees to expand their business and encourage greater
14 economic opportunity for the licensees; and
15 WHEREAS, in order to allow the expanded selection Chapter 10 of the Skokie Village
16 Code must be amended to allow the expanded safe of liquor at retail for both Class G licensees
17 WHEREAS, the Liquor Control Commissioner recommends to the Board of Trustees that
18 Chapter 10 of the Code be amended accordingly;
19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the
20 Village of Skokie, Cook County, Illinois:
21 Section 1: That Chapter 10, Article I, Section 10-3 of the Skokie Village Code be and
22 the same is hereby amended in the manner hereinafter indicated. The new material is
23 and the material to be deleted is
24 ARTICLE I. In General
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9 All Class G licenses shall be issued subject to an Operation Plan approved by the Local
10 Liquor Control Commissioner
11 Section 3: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
12 passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
ADOPTED this 17th day of February, 2026.
Ayes:
Village Clerk
Nays:
Absent:
Approved by me this 18th day of
Attested and filed in my office February, 2026.
this 18th day of February, 2026;
and published in pamphlet form
according to law.
Mayor, Village of Skokie
Village Clerk
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Plan Commission Report 8255 Christiana Avenue
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM February 2, 2026
To: Mayor and Board of Trustees
From: Paul Luke, Chairman
Re: 2025-22P: Special Use Permit
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
At the January 15, 2026, meeting of the Plan Commission, the request from Jafar
Sangtrash for Special Use Permit approval for an automotive repair facility in the M2
Light Industrial zoning district was recommended as APPROVED by a vote of 9 ayes
and 0 nays.
Mr. Sangtrash intends to relocate his existing business, J&B Transmissions and Auto
Repair, from Evanston to Skokie. The business is a full-service automotive repair facility
that provides routine maintenance along with engine and transmission services. The
business will operate with four work bays, four washrooms, and a total of fourteen on-
site parking spaces. The business intends to serve residents and small business fleet
vehicles, operating with four (4) employees and keeping normal business hours. No
zoning relief is requested; the proposal meets applicable off-street parking and zoning
requirements.
Code Information
§118-92(d)(1) of the Village Code, a Special Use Permit is required for all automotive
repair facilities located within the NX, TX, B2, B3, B4, M1, M2, and M3 zoning districts.
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PLAN COMMISSION ANALYSIS
Commissioners had no questions about the proposal and expressed general support for
the youth program described by the petitioner. Mr. Sangtrash intends to work with local
school districts to develop an after-school or extracurricular program for high school
students to teach basic vehicle maintenance skills and introduce students to career
opportunities in the automotive repair industry.
LEGAL NOTICE AND PUBLIC COMMENT
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.
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APPEARANCE COMMISSION
No modifications are being made to the exterior of the building or the signage at the
subject site that require Appearance Commission review.
VOTING
2025-22P: Special Use Permit
ATTENDANCE AYES NAYS ABSENT
Shpayher X
Black (Moved) X
Berman X
Franklin (Second) X
Gevaryahu X
Witry X
Burman X
Mathee X
Luke X
ATTACHMENTS
1. Recommended Conditions
2. Proposed Positive Findings of Fact
3. Floor Plan dated October 3, 2025
4. Site Plan dated January 8, 2026
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Plan Commission
Recommended Conditions 2025-22P: Special Use Permit
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, February 2, 2026
1. The petitioner shall develop the Subject Property in substantial conformance with
the final Village approved site plan dated January 8, 2026, and floor plan dated
October 3, 2025.
2. Vehicles stored outdoors and in need of repairs must be parked in a legal parking
space for the associated Automotive Repair facility. Such vehicles are prohibited
from being parked outdoors for more than 10 days.
3. All repair work must be performed within a building at all times except inspecting
vehicles; adding fluids; and changing tires, batteries, windshield wipers, or light
bulbs.
4. Outside storage and display of items for sale or lease, tools, equipment, vehicles,
parts, or supplies is prohibited.
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Positive Findings of Fact 2025-22P: Special Use Permit
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, February 2, 2026
Consideration Finding
The request is consistent with the intent of the The request for a special use permit for an
Comprehensive Plan. automotive repair facility is consistent with the
intent of the Comprehensive Plan, which
designates the subject site for
manufacturing/service employment uses.
The request is harmonious with and does not The proposed use is not expected to create
adversely affect adjacent properties. any adverse effects on adjacent properties.
All mechanical work and the storage of
materials will be conducted indoors, and
vehicles receiving service will be parked on-
site for a maximum of ten (10) days.
The request is compatible with the existing or The proposed use is compatible with existing
allowable uses of adjacent properties and permitted uses of adjacent properties.
The request can demonstrate that adequate Adequate public facilities exist to serve the
public facilities, including roads, drainage, requested use.
utilities, and police and fire protection exist or
will exist to serve the requested use at the time
such facilities are needed.
The request demonstrates adequate provision Adequate provision for maintenance of the
for maintenance of the associated structures. associated structures is demonstrated by the
request.
The request has considered and, to the degree No adverse effects on the environment will be
possible, addressed the adverse effects on the created by the proposed use.
natural environment.
The request will not create undue traffic Undue traffic congestion will not be created
congestion. by the proposed use.
The request will not adversely affect public There should be no adverse effect upon
health, safety, and welfare. public health, safety, and welfare.
The request conforms to all applicable The request conforms to all applicable
provisions of this code, except where relief is provisions of this code, except where relief is
granted with the request. granted.
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Plan Commission Report 7240 St. Louis Avenue
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM February 2, 2026
To: Mayor and Board of Trustees
From: Paul Luke, Chairman
Re: 2025-23P: Special Use Permit
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
At the January 15, 2026, meeting of the Plan Commission, the request from Eduardo
Romero for Special Use Permit approval for an automotive repair facility in the M3
Industrial zoning district was recommended as APPROVED by a vote of 9 ayes and 0
nays.
The petitioner, Eduardo Romero on behalf of property owner Mary Schoeller, is
requesting approval of a Special Use Permit to allow the operation of an automotive
repair facility at 7240 St. Louis Avenue. The request includes relief from the off-street
parking requirements of §118-218(b)(4)(c) of the Village Zoning Code, which requires
3.5 parking spaces per service bay.
The proposed business, operating as “Lalo’s Auto Mechanic Shop,” will be a small-scale
automotive repair facility consisting of two service bays and three off-street parking
spaces, including one ADA-accessible space. The business will offer general automotive
maintenance and repair services such as brake, tire, and oil changes, mechanical part
replacements, and alarm system installations. The operation will be of limited intensity,
with a maximum of two vehicles serviced and two employees at any given time. Hours
of operation are proposed as Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and
Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The petitioner proposes the minor site improvements of restriping the existing parking
area and adding an ADA-accessible parking space to meet accessibility requirements.
No building expansions, structural modifications, or façade alterations are proposed.
Due to existing site constraints and easements, the petitioner is unable to meet the full
parking requirement; however, staff finds the requested parking relief reasonable given
the scale and operational characteristics of the business.
Code Information
§118-92(d)(1) of the Village Code, a Special Use Permit is required for all automotive
repair facilities located within the NX, TX, B2, B3, B4, M1, M2, and M3 zoning districts.
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Commissioners asked questions regarding site infrastructure and operational
constraints, about the requested parking relief and how the limited number of on-site
parking spaces would function in conjunction with the standard condition allowing
vehicles to be parked outdoors for up to ten days, and about the availability of off-site
parking options.
Staff verified that a triple catch basin will be required with the issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy. Staff explained that the condition allowing parking outdoors is applied
uniformly to automotive repair facilities, is intended to limit the duration of outdoor
vehicle storage rather than encourage it and noted that the petitioner intend to operate
a small-scale operation within the site’s constraints. Staff confirmed that there is no
street parking immediately adjacent to the site and that an existing ingress/egress
easement to the rear of the property cannot be used for parking as it is not part of the
subject parcel.
Petitioner Eduardo Romero provided testimony regarding business operations and
parking impacts. Mr. Romero stated that he and his employee commute by bicycle,
scooter, or public transit, and that he does not anticipate storing vehicles on-site as
most work would involve single-day repairs servicing Amazon delivery vehicles. Amazon
has nearby off-site parking facilities available should longer-term vehicle storage be
necessary. Based on this operational model, the petitioner expressed confidence that
on-site parking demand would remain minimal.
LEGAL NOTICE AND PUBLIC COMMENT
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 comments or provided testimony during this portion of the meeting.
APPEARANCE COMMISSION
No modifications are being made to the exterior of the building or the signage at the
subject site that require Appearance Commission review.
VOTING
2025-23P: Special Use Permit
ATTENDANCE AYES NAYS ABSENT
Shpayher X
Black X
Berman X
Franklin X
Gevaryahu (Moved) X
Witry (Second) X
Burman X
Mathee X
Luke X
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ATTACHMENTS
1. Plan Commission Recommended Conditions for 2025-23P
2. Proposed Positive Findings of Fact for 2025-23P
3. Floor Plan dated May 9, 2025
4. Site Plan dated January 9, 2026
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Plan Commission
Recommended Conditions 2025-23P: Special Use Permit
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, February 2, 2026
1. The petitioner shall develop the Subject Property in substantial conformance with
the final Village approved site plan dated January 9, 2026, and floor plan dated
May 9, 2025.
2. Vehicles stored outdoors and in need of repairs must be parked in a legal parking
space for the associated Automotive Repair facility. Such vehicles are prohibited
from being parked outdoors for more than 10 days.
3. All repair work must be performed within a building at all times except inspecting
vehicles; adding fluids; and changing tires, batteries, windshield wipers, or light
bulbs.
4. Outside storage and display of items for sale or lease, tools, equipment, vehicles,
parts, or supplies is prohibited.
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Plan Commission
Positive Findings of Fact 2025-23P: Special Use Permit
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, February 2, 2026
Consideration Finding
The request is consistent with the intent of The automotive repair use is
the Comprehensive Plan. appropriately located where the land use
is intended to protect and encourage
such a use.
The request is harmonious with and does The proposed use is harmonious with
not adversely affect adjacent properties. existing uses.
The request is compatible with the existing There will be no adverse effects created
or allowable uses of adjacent properties by the proposed use upon the adjacent
properties.
The request can demonstrate that The proposed use is compatible with the
adequate public facilities, including roads, existing or allowable uses of adjacent
drainage, utilities, and police and fire properties.
protection exist or will exist to serve the
requested use at the time such facilities are
needed.
The request demonstrates adequate Adequate public facilities exist to serve
provision for maintenance of the associated the requested use.
structures.
The request has considered and, to the Adequate provision for maintenance of
degree possible, addressed the adverse the associated structures is demonstrated
effects on the natural environment. by the request.
The request will not create undue traffic No adverse effects on the environment
congestion. will be created by the proposed use.
The request will not adversely affect public Undue traffic congestion will not be
health, safety, and welfare. created by the proposed use.
The request conforms to all applicable There will be no adverse effect upon
provisions of this code, except where relief public health, safety, and welfare.
is granted with the request.
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EXiSTiNG WALL A/C UNIT
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parking (3) spaces -
1 ADA space and 2
regular off-street
parking spaces
9 ft X 18 ft
Trash
Receptacle
NOTE: NO ALTERATIONS
TOTXTERIOR FOOTPRINT,
FACADE OR STRUCTURE
EXISTING
Date: ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN
01/09/2026
1/16" = l'-0"
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Plan Commission Report 5600 Old Orchard Road
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM February 2, 2026
To: Mayor and Board of Trustees
From: Paul Luke, Chairman
Re: 2025-26P: Subdivision
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
At the January 15, 2026, meeting of the Plan Commission, the request from Cook
County for a resubdivision of 7 lots into 1 lot at 5600 Old Orchard Road in an OR Office
Research zoning district was recommended as APPROVED by a vote of 9 ayes and 0
nays.
The request relates to a 2025 building permit application for the installation of solar
panels on the top floor of the existing parking garage.
The request includes a voluntary dedication and release of any interest in the entire 50
feet of Old Orchard Road adjacent to the subject site to the Cook County Department of
Transportation and Highways.
The Plan Commission concurred with staff’s recommendation to grant the subdivision,
subject to the attached recommended conditions.
Code Information
§118-6(d)(4) of the Village Code, the Plan Commission has the duty to make
recommendations, including any conditions of approval, to the Village Board, for all
subdivisions 4 acres or greater in area or in conjunction with a special use permit or site
plan approval.
Per §118-57 of the Village Code, no building or set of buildings shall be on a separate lot
from any other part of a building, any associated required on-site improvements, or any
other land used by or necessary to such buildings or improvements.
Click here for the full Plan Commission packet with staff report and application materials
PLAN COMMISSION ANALYSIS
One commissioner asked how the new PIN number for the subject site is assigned once
it has been subdivided. Staff responded that the county assigns the next highest
available PIN number in that block to the property.
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LEGAL NOTICE AND PUBLIC COMMENT
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 spoke regarding the case.
ATTENDANCE AYES NAYS ABSENT
Shpayher (Moved) X
Black X
Berman X
Franklin X
Gevaryahu X
Witry X
Burman (Second) X
Mathee X
Luke X
ATTACHMENTS
1. Plan Commission Recommended Conditions for 2025-26P
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Plan Commission
Recommended Conditions 2025-26P: Subdivision
Village Board Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, February 2, 2026
1. The Skokie Courthouse Subdivision shall be effective upon its recording by the
Village in the Cook County Clerk’s Office.
2. All monuments must be set no later than 1 year after the date of the recording
of the plat.
3. The petitioner must submit to the Planning Division electronic files of the plat of
subdivision in approved and finalized form.
4. The petitioner must comply with all Federal and State statutes, laws, rules and
regulations and all Village codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
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