Village of Skokie

Village of Skokie Official Village of Skokie, Illinois government page. Today, Skokie is home to over 64,000 residents and is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity.

The Village of Skokie, Illinois, located 16 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and 12 miles east of O'Hare International Airport, provides high-quality government services to over 24,000 households and 2,400 businesses. Skokie was founded in the mid-1800s by Henry Harms, a Prussian immigrant, and was originally named the "Village of Niles Centre." Skokie began as a farming community but grew rapi

dly as railroad advancements allowed more people from Chicago to reach its borders. At one point, Skokie's population grew so rapidly that Skokie was established as "The World's Largest Village." Accessibility to transportation is a key advantage in Skokie, with the Edens Expressway (Interstate 94) spanning the community's western edge, seven Chicago Transit Authority and 10 Pace suburban bus lines and the CTA's Skokie Swift rail line offering numerous options for public transportation. Those looking to shop in Skokie don't have to look far. Located on its northern edge is Westfield Old Orchard, one of Illinois' largest outdoor shopping malls and home to numerous nationally recognized restaurants and stores. On Skokie's southern edge is the Village Crossing Shopping Center which offers a variety of national retail outlets and dining options. Skokie's downtown district hosts the Illinois Science + Technology Park, multiple mixed-use developments and an appealing mix of unique retailers and restaurants. In addition to its abundant retail, Skokie was the first community in the entire United States to have nationally accredited Fire, Police and Public Works Departments. These superior municipal services together with the nationally acclaimed Skokie Park District, superb Skokie Public Library, and preeminent North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, exceptional Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park and outstanding school districts make Skokie an excellent place to live. To view the Village's social media policy, visit https://www.skokie.org/DocumentCenter/View/2343/Village-of-Skokie-Social-Media-Policy

Skokie Village Hall will be closed in observance of Juneteenth on Friday, June 19. Trash, recycling and yard waste colle...
06/15/2026

Skokie Village Hall will be closed in observance of Juneteenth on Friday, June 19.

Trash, recycling and yard waste collections will occur as follows during the week of June 15:

🗑 Trash:
- Monday and Tuesday collections will occur as normal
- Thursday collections will occur on Wednesday
- Friday collections will occur on Thursday

♻ Recycling:
All collections will occur as normal

🍃 Yard Waste:
Collections will occur on Saturday, June 20

The Main Event is almost here — and there is so much happening! 🎉 Join us this Thursday, June 18 from 5–8 PM on Main Str...
06/15/2026

The Main Event is almost here — and there is so much happening! 🎉 Join us this Thursday, June 18 from 5–8 PM on Main Street for a free community street festival packed with fun for all ages.
🎨 Get creative with the Fine Arts Commission's giant community loom, build your dream city with Box City, climb aboard Partywheelz ride-on construction equipment and browse the Book Bike before it rolls out at 7 PM.
🍽️ Fuel up with incredible food and beverages from , , Kona Ice of Norwood Park , La Humita On Wheels and Pinoy Grill Filipino Street Foods — something delicious for everyone.
🛍️ While you're on Main Street, stop in and show some love to local businesses like CVS, Geetha Foods and Halal Grill and Market — and don't miss a visit to to take in Michael Stellatos' stunning underwater photography exhibit.
🤝 Connect with community organizations including , Illinois Solar For All and Community Solar. Also, stop by the Village of Skokie tent to learn about the improvements coming to Main Street!
🅿️ Free event parking is available at 8401 N. Crawford Ave. (entrance on Main Street, east of Crawford).
Free admission. Great food. Live music. Your community, all in one place. See you Thursday! 🎶

The next regularly scheduled Skokie Village Board meeting will take place on Monday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Skokie Vill...
06/12/2026

The next regularly scheduled Skokie Village Board meeting will take place on Monday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Skokie Village Hall. Agenda items include:

⚙️ Proclamation recognizing Midland Manufacturing’s 75th anniversary

🚈 Presentation by CTA Chief Planning and Innovation Officer Molly Poppe on the status of current Yellow Line operations

🚓 Recommendation to purchase a number of vehicles and equipment, including five police patrol interceptor hybrid vehicles to support daily patrol operations

🍎 Resolution authorizing an updated agreement between the Village and Skokie School District 69 related to the Oakton Street/Niles Avenue Redevelopment Project Area

📊 Budget and funding decisions for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program

View the June 15, 2026 Village Board Meeting Agenda for a complete list of agenda items: https://www.skokie.org/AgendaCenter

🎥 Village Board meetings are streamed live on SkokieVision cable TV channels (Comcast 17 and RCN 25) and the Village’s YouTube channel.

⚠️ The US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois has indicated severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and e...
06/11/2026

⚠️ The US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois has indicated severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening (June 11), with a risk of tornadoes.

If a tornado warning is issued, seek shelter immediately in a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows and doors. If you are outdoors or in a vehicle, move to the nearest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

📱 Stay informed: Sign up for Smart911 emergency notifications and listen for outdoor warning sirens: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=skokie

🌳 Report issues: Let us know about fallen trees, branches, streetlights, traffic signals, and other non-emergency concerns using Access Skokie: https://www.skokie.org/637/Access-Skokie

🔌 Power lines & outages: Stay away from downed power lines and report them immediately to 911. Track outages using ComEd's outage map: https://secure.comed.com/FaceBook/Pages/outagemap.aspx

🚒 Emergency help: Dial 911 to report immediate threats to life or safety.

Stay safe, Skokie!

cc: Skokie Fire Department

🌡️ Hot, humid conditions are expected today!If you need relief from the heat, cooling locations are available throughout...
06/10/2026

🌡️ Hot, humid conditions are expected today!

If you need relief from the heat, cooling locations are available throughout Skokie. Whether you're spending time outdoors, don't have access to air conditioning, or simply need a place to cool down, these locations are available to help you stay safe and comfortable today and throughout the summer.

View a list of Skokie cooling locations and hours at: https://www.skokie.org/817/WarmingCooling-Centers-List

Heat safety reminders:
💧 Drink plenty of water
🏠 Spend time in air-conditioned spaces when possible
☀️ Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day
👋 Check on older adults, neighbors, friends and family members

Skokie Fire Department

🎒🩺 Helping Skokie families get ready for the school year!On June 6, Skokie Health and Human Services hosted its first-ev...
06/09/2026

🎒🩺 Helping Skokie families get ready for the school year!

On June 6, Skokie Health and Human Services hosted its first-ever Skokie Health Fair, connecting local families with free healthcare services, school-required screenings, and community resources.

Thanks to partnerships with healthcare providers and community organizations:

✅ 14 children received free physical exams and immunizations
✅ 44 children received free dental exams
✅ 52 children received vision and hearing screenings

Families also received fresh produce, free books, Outdoor Essentials Kits, and information from local organizations dedicated to supporting community health and wellness.

👏 A big thank you to the Advocate Health Care Mobile Unit, Chicago Mobile Foundation, Miles of Smiles, Lions Club of Illinois, Skokie Public Library, Village Market, Sarah’s Tent, Nicor, Hamdard Health Alliance, Endeavor Health, Skokie Fire Department, America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, and all the volunteers and partners who helped make the inaugural Health Fair a success!

(📸: Karie Angell Luc)

🍓😎 Kick off summer and the start of the Skokie Farmers' Market this Sunday, May 31! This season’s market will feature a...
05/30/2026

🍓😎 Kick off summer and the start of the Skokie Farmers' Market this Sunday, May 31!

This season’s market will feature a rotating cast of more than 85 vendors, plus live music 🎸 and children’s activities every week. Details at https://www.skokie.org/434/Skokie-Farmers-Market

We'll see you at the Market!

The next regularly scheduled Skokie Village Board meeting will take place on Monday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Skokie Villa...
05/29/2026

The next regularly scheduled Skokie Village Board meeting will take place on Monday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Skokie Village Hall. Agenda items include:

📜 Proclamations recognizing Immigrant Heritage Month, Pride Month and Juneteenth

🔬 Presentation of the 2026 Health Sciences Research Excellence Award to Nikol Kuzmenkova by the Village of Skokie Board of Health

💻 Presentation of the 2026 Skokie Technology Advancement and Transformation Award by the Village of Skokie Technology Advancement and Transformation (STAT) Commission to Mairah Baig and Maria Qureshi (group award) and Avirag Hosakote (individual award)

🏗 An update on the status of the Downtown Skokie Hotel by Rodney Lewis of Polsinelli Law Firm

🚗 Contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services Inc. for the Village’s 2026 non-arterial street resurfacing program

🚑 Purchases to replace a number of aging fleet vehicles and equipment, including three Skokie Fire Department ambulances to be delivered over the next several years

View the June 1, 2026 Village Board Meeting Agenda for a complete list of agenda items: https://www.skokie.org/AgendaCenter

🎥 Village Board meetings are streamed live on SkokieVision cable TV channels (Comcast 17 and RCN 25) and the Village’s YouTube channel.

🛍️ Hunt for hidden treasures and great deals at Skokie’s annual Community-Wide Garage Sale, happening this Friday, May 2...
05/28/2026

🛍️ Hunt for hidden treasures and great deals at Skokie’s annual Community-Wide Garage Sale, happening this Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31!

Last year, nearly 300 Skokie households participated, helping give new life to gently used items while reducing household waste and supporting the Village’s Environmental Sustainability Plan. ♻️

🗺️ Shop the sales
Find an interactive map of participating homes, sale hours and featured items on the Village’s Garage Sales webpage: https://www.skokie.org/1369/Garage-Sales

Happy bargain hunting, Skokie!

(Photos by Rich Cahan)

Skokie Village Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. 🗑️ Trash, Recycling and Yard Waste C...
05/24/2026

Skokie Village Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

🗑️ Trash, Recycling and Yard Waste Collection Schedule:
• Monday collections move to Tuesday
• Tuesday collections move to Wednesday
• Thursday and Friday collections remain unchanged
• Yard waste collection moves to Saturday, May 30

🎖️ Memorial Day Observance
Join us at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 25 on the Village Green (5155 Oakton St.) as we honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

The annual ceremony, coordinated by the Skokie Fire Department with local veterans organizations, Scouts, and the Skokie Fire and Police Honor Guards, will feature remarks from Mayor Ann Tennes, the National Anthem, Taps, and a rifle salute.

All are welcome to attend.

Address

5127 Oakton Street
Skokie, IL
60077

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18476730500

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