Skokie values inclusion, dignity and respect for all, and is committed to providing safe access to Village services and protecting the rights of all who live in our community, regardless of immigration status. Read on...
The Village of Skokie offers multiple ways for residents to ask questions, request services, report concerns, and stay informed through tools like Access Skokie, the staff directory, The Scoop, and Smart911.
Explore Skokie's vibrant arts scene including local theater, visual arts, public installations, and community programs that celebrate and support creativity across the village.
A Brief History of Skokie In the early 1800s, the land that would become Skokie was rich in forests and wetlands, home to wildlife like buffalo, deer, and wildcats. Over time, this rugged landscape transformed into a thriving, diverse, and forward-thinking community. Influences from Native American tribes, French and British explorers, and European settlers have all shaped Skokie's unique ...
Skokie's Form of Government Since 1957, Skokie has operated under the Council-Manager form of government. This system blends the democratic leadership of elected officials—like the Mayor and Board of Trustees—with the professional management of an appointed Village Manager. Council-Manager Government Structure Skokie is a home-rule municipality under the 1970 Illinois Constitution. In the ...
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 the over 64,000 residents, 24,000 households and 2,400 businesses that call Skokie their home.
Dear New Resident, On behalf of the Village Board and the entire Skokie community, I’m delighted to welcome you to your new home! Skokie is a vibrant, diverse and welcoming community with a rich history and a strong commitment to progress. Whether you’re here for our beautiful neighborhoods, excellent schools, thriving business community or award-winning public services, we’re glad you ...