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  1. Firefighter trains to fight a vehicle fire

    Skokie Snapshot: Training for Vehicle Fires

    The Skokie Fire Department continuously trains to meet our community’s evolving needs. This month, the department began training with a specialized electric vehicle nozzle, which will be deployed in any EV fire. Read on...
  2. Crosswalk and pedestrian button

    Pedestrian Push Button Improvements Underway

    IDOT is making accessibility upgrades to existing pedestrian push buttons at several signalized intersections in Skokie in late April. Drivers should be alert for workers and equipment in the work zones. Read on...
  3. cicada on leaf

    Tips for Managing Cicadas this Spring

    Cicadas will appear en masse in late spring as both the 13- and 17-year broods emerge, a rare phenomenon that last occurred in 1803. The Village provides tips for managing cicadas and protecting young trees. Read on...
  4. Two young girls hugging a tree

    Celebrate Arbor Day in Skokie, April 26

    Celebrate Arbor Day in Skokie with tree plantings and activities at Madison School on April 26. Activities are sponsored by the Beautification and Improvement Commission with support from Skokie Park District. Read on...
  5. Rod Tonelli

    Tonelli Appointed Economic Vitality Manager

    Tonelli, a regional leader in urban planning and economic development, brings more than 25 years of corporate and municipal experience to his new role. He began his service with the Village on April 22. Read on...
  6. Minal Desai being sworn in

    Minal Desai Sworn In As Village Clerk

    On April 15, Minal Desai was sworn in as village clerk following her nomination by Mayor Van Dusen and approval from the Village Board. She fills the vacancy of Clerk Pramod Shah, who retired earlier this year. Read on...
  7. Cars queue for 2024 Spring Greening event

    Skokie Snapshot: Spring Greening Recycling Event

    More than 1,000 community members participated in the annual Skokie Spring Greening recycling event, responsibly disposing of electronics, medications, paint and more. Photographer Rich Cahan captured photos. Read on...
  8. Sustainability Award Winner two-flat home

    Residential Sustainability Awards Announced

    The Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission and Go Green Skokie have recognized Skokie households that demonstrate exceptional commitment to sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices. Read on...
  9. Skokie Village Hall

    Village Shares Proposed FY25 Budget

    The Board of Trustees will begin its review of the proposed FY25 Budget, which maintains the Village’s commitment to financial responsibility and best-in-class municipal services, while enhancing sustainability. Read on...
  10. Construction Alert graphic

    Dempster Street Bridge Resurfacing

    IDOT will begin resurfacing of the Dempster Street bridge over the Edens Expressway this April. The project will require temporary lane and I-94 ramp closures, and is expected to be completed by September. Read on...
  11. Man using electric-powered leaf blower blowing leaves

    Rebate Available for Electric Leaf Blowers

    The Village is encouraging residents to go green by taking advantage of a $50 rebate for the purchase of an electric-powered leaf blower. Limit one per household while supplies last; Skokie residents only. Read on...
  12. Measles PSA

    Measles Cases Reported In Chicago Suburbs

    The IDPH and Chicago-area health departments have confirmed multiple cases of measles since February. As of March 29, no cases have been reported in Skokie. Learn about symptoms and how to protect yourself. Read on...
  13. Yard waste bags along curb

    Weekly Yard Waste Collection Begins April 3

    Yard waste is collected every Wednesday from April through the first Wednesday of November. Place landscape waste (grass clippings not accepted) into 32-gallon paper yard waste bags in your normal pickup area. Read on...
  14. Budget Graphic (JPG)

    Village FY25 Budget Hearing Schedule Now Available

    Budget hearings scheduled for 6:15 p.m. on April 11, 25 and May 1, 2024 are available for public viewing in Conference Room D & E of Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St. and on the Village's YouTube page. Read on...
  15. Police Beat Meeting

    Skokie Police Provide Beat Meeting Schedule

    Skokie Police will hold quarterly beat meetings in 2024 to provide opportunities for residents to interact with officers who patrol their neighborhoods, exchange information, identify issues and develop solutions. Read on...
  16. Old Orchard Road looking east

    Old Orchard Road Improvement Project

    In March 2024, Cook County will begin a major roadway improvement project on Old Orchard Road, from Woods Drive to Skokie Boulevard. The project will include new turn lanes and creation of a new multi-use path. Read on...
  17. Construction Alert graphic

    Oakton Street Bridge Replacement

    In March, IDOT will begin a phased replacement of the Oakton Street bridge over the Edens Expressway. The Village is working with IDOT, Niles West High School and Morton Grove to mitigate community impacts. Read on...
  18. Skokie home with native plantings

    2023 Progress Report: Sustainability Plan

    The Village has published its first annual Environmental Sustainability Plan progress report detailing dozens of actions the Village has taken to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and advance sustainability. Read on...
  19. honeybee on flower

    Two Ways to Support Skokie’s Bee Population

    Skokie residents passionate about nurturing the bee population have two exciting options to consider: residential beekeeping and the community apiary initiative at Oakton College's Skokie campus. Read on...
  20. Older adult sitting on a bus wearing a mask

    New Guidance for COVID-19, Flu and RSV

    New CDC guidance no longer requires those who test positive for COVID-19 to isolate for a minimum of five days before returning to normal activities. Instead, guidance focuses on isolation until symptoms improve. Read on...
  21. ComEd arborists conducting tree trimming

    ComEd to Perform Tree Trimming

    Qualified arborists will conduct vegetation management for ComEd at locations throughout Skokie over the next several months. Preventative tree maintenance helps reduce the potential for power outages Read on...
  22. Officer Kimberly Blue and Brian McHugh

    Get to Know: Skokie's Co-Responder Team

    The Village’s Co-Responder Team pairs a licensed social worker from its Health and Human Services Department with a Crisis Intervention Trained (CIT) police officer to respond to individuals in crisis. Read on...
  23. Gross Point and Grant Proposed improvements

    Gross Point Road Improvements Underway

    Work occurring from north of Golf to Old Orchard Road, and will include new on-street bike lanes, new pavement, road widening, storm sewers, sidewalk improvements, and more. Read on...
  24. Nurse applying bandage to flu shot vaccine patient

    Skokie Snapshot: Giving Health a ‘Shot’

    The Skokie Health and Human Services Department (HHS) administered more than 1,300 flu vaccines to community members and staff at flu shot clinics this October, helping keep our community healthy this flu season! Read on...
  25. Park trees

    Skokie Wins $327,000 Forest Service Grant

    Secured with support from the Village’s Beautification & Improvement Commission, the grant will advance the Village’s Environmental Sustainability Plan goal of increasing tree canopy coverage in Skokie. Read on...
  26. SolSmart Gold Logo

    Skokie Earns ‘SolSmart Gold’ Designation

    The Village received a Gold designation from the national SolSmart program for encouraging the growth of clean, affordable solar energy at the local level, advancing Skokie's sustainability plan goals. Read on...
  27. Center for Digital Government Award

    Skokie Wins ‘City Government Experience’ Award

    The Center for Digital Government's (CDG) national awards program recognized the Village’s efforts to leverage technology to make services more accessible, convenient and efficient. Read on...
  28. Skokie Village Hall

    Village Recognized for Innovative Services

    The Village has won the “Silver” Civic Experience Award from government technology company CivicPlus for its innovative use of technology to make services more accessible, convenient and efficient. Read on...
  29. Traffic Cones

    It's Road Construction Season

    While we appreciate the smooth ride that comes with well-maintained roads, construction projects can be a hassle. Check out what projects are underway and how long they're expected to last. Read on...
  30. Aerial view of Skokie neighborhood

    Skokie Joins National Initiative Supporting Local Housing Goals

    The Village will participate in a national peer learning initiative that will help Skokie preserve and improve its diverse housing stock, meet housing goals, and plan for future housing challenges. Read on...
  31. Village Seal on box outside Village Hall

    Redesign of Village Seal to Commence

    After initiating a yearlong review that included outreach to local Native communities, a Village committee has unanimously recommended that the Village design a new seal for use on official documents and materials. Read on...