Village of Skokie - Manager's Office

Spotlight On: The Village Manager’s Office
This article is the first part of a six-part series commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Council-Manager form of government in Skokie and the professionalism of Village departments and divisions.

The Council-Manager form of government was adopted by Skokie residents in an April 1957 referendum vote. Under the Council-Manager form of government, the Village Manager is appointed by the Mayor and the Board of Trustees and serves on a full-time basis. The Manager acts as the Chief Administrative Officer of the Village and Chief Advisor to the Village Board. By acting in these capacities, the Manager brings the benefits of training and experience in local government projects and programs on behalf of the governing body.

The Village Manager also supervises and coordinates day-to-day administration of all Village departments. By doing so, he ensures seamless communication and efficient Village services and operations.

The current Village Manager, Albert J. Rigoni, began his tenure with the Village in June 1976 when he was hired as the Administrative Assistant in the Village Manager's Office. Rigoni became Assistant Village Manager in January 1980 and was promoted to Village Manager in January 1987.

In his over 30-year tenure with the Village, Rigoni has been involved in a myriad of projects ranging from the initiation of the Village's Stormwater Runoff Control Project to the redevelopment of Downtown Skokie and the expansion of Westfield Old Orchard.

The recent National Citizen Survey results, which identified Skokie in the top percentiles nationally in the areas of public trust, quality of services and overall quality of life, are a testimony to Rigoni’s effective management.

Rigoni holds a B.A. degree in Political Science from Northwestern University and a Master of Public Administration from Roosevelt University. He is an Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University.

Locally, Rigoni is a member of the Executive Committee of the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County and Chairman of the Legislative Committee of the Illinois Municipal League. He is an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors of the Skokie Chamber of Commerce, and is a past President and current board member of the Skokie Valley Rotary Club and past President and board member of the Northwest Suburban United Way.

Rigoni is a long-standing member and Credentialed Manager of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), the premier local government leadership and management organization. In addition, he is a member of the Illinois City / County Management Association (ILCMA) Ethics Committee, and a Mentor City Manager.

The services provided by Rigoni’s office ensure delivery of effective and efficient government programs that Skokie residents expect and appreciate. Under the direction of the Village Board, the Village Manager's Office provides leadership to Village Departments and serves as a role model for outside agencies in the delivery of high-quality, customer service-oriented government programs.

The following outlines the Divisions of the Village Manager’s Office, a summary of services and professional credentials:

Assistant Village Manager
John Lockerby, Assistant Village Manager, assists the Village Manager in implementing all ordinances and policy directives adopted by the Mayor and Board of Trustees. In addition, Lockerby leads the development of the Village of Skokie's annual operating budget with the aid of Assistant to the Village Manager Julian Prendi. Once adopted by the Board of Trustees, the budget is administered by the Finance Department. For 14 years, the Village of Skokie has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). Lockerby holds a B.A. in Human Services from Virginia Wesleyan College and a Master of Public Administration with an emphasis in Urban Management from Northern Illinois University. Lockerby is a member of the ICMA, ILCMA and Illinois Association of Municipal Manager Assistants (IAMMA) professional organizations. Lockerby also is a member of the Skokie Kiwanis Club and serves as the Treasurer of Chicago's North Shore Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Human Services Division
Meryl Rivenson, Director of the Human Services Division, is responsible for attending to the human service needs of Skokie youth, families and seniors as well as matters involving Fair Housing Act Compliance and Neighborhood Mediation.

An upcoming edition of NewSkokie will feature a full article highlighting the Human Services Division’s numerous programs and services.

Management of Information Systems (MIS)
MIS provides day-to-day oversight of the Village’s computer information system, including all operations, reporting, performance analysis and planning, security administration, technical support and accessibility. MIS Director Bryan Gilley is a member of Government Management Information Sciences and is certified in the areas of Microcomputer Support, LAN Management and Information Technology. Gilley graduated Summa cum Laude from Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, with a B.S. in Business Management, a Minor in Economics, and holds a Master of Information Technology from Northwestern University.

Marketing and Communications & Public Information Divisions
This Division, led by Marketing and Communications Director Ann Tennes, works hand-in-hand with the Multi-Media and Public Information Divisions to offer new and enhanced communications to Skokie residents and businesses. Tennes also acts as staff liaison to the Skokie Festival of Cultures Committee, serving on the organization's board and executive committees. She is also a member of the Centre East Authority Board that oversees operations at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, and on the Board and Executive Committees of the Chicago's North Shore Convention & Visitors Bureau. She is a member and past-president of the Local Government Communicators Committee of the Northwest Municipal conference and a past board member of the City-County Communications and Marketing Association. Tennes holds a B.A. with honors from Columbia College Chicago and a Master of Public Administration with honors from Roosevelt University.

The Public Information Division, led by Natalie Kenny, administers the Village’s internal and external communications outreach programs, including publication of NewSkokie. Additionally, all Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), commercial film permits and special event and parade requests are handled through this Division. Kenny also acts as staff liaison to the Fine Arts Commission. Kenny holds B.A. degrees in Journalism/Advertising and in Political Science from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is a member of ILCMA and IAMMA.

Multi-Media Division
Julian Prendi, Assistant to the Village Manager and administrator of the Multi-Media Division oversees the Village’s cable television franchise agreements and dedicated access channels. The Multi-Media Division also is responsible for producing programming for the Village's SkokieVision cable television stations, overseeing the acquisition of communication and audio-visual equipment, maintaining the 675-INFO line, coordinating the Village’s Internet Home Page and working with the Skokie Public Library, Skokie Park District and High School District 219 to maintain the SkokieLink multi-zone municipal Internet access program. Prendi serves as the staff liaison to the Cable Television Advisory Commission and is a member the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA), the Illinois chapter of NATOA and the IAMMA and ILCMA professional organizations. Prendi holds a B.S. in Administration of Justice from Arizona State University and a Master of Public Administration from Northern Illinois University.

Personnel Division
Christa Ballowe, Director of the Personnel Division, oversees matters related to the more than 500 Village employees. Specific functions of the Personnel Division include recruitment of new employees, benefits and insurance administration, development and administration of personnel policies and procedures and monitoring compliance with state and federal personnel requirements. Other functions include employee labor relations, classification and compensation and training and development.

Additionally, Ballowe acts as the Secretariat to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, assisting in recruitment, promotion and hearings involving uniformed Fire and Police personnel. Ballowe is a long-standing member and current board member of the National Public Employee Labor Relations Association (NPELRA), the Illinois chapter of the Employee Labor Relations Association (IPELRA), the Society of Human Resources Management and International Personnel Management Association. She has served on the Board of Directors of IPELRA and was a former Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency Chair. Ballowe holds a B.S. degree from Bradley University.

Risk Management Division
Debra Prottsman, Manager of the Risk Management Division, concentrates on safety and insurance issues and effective and efficient ways to limit the Village’s exposure to liability. Prottsman researches proper risk management procedures and insurance compliance matters. In addition, Risk Management Division staff work closely with the Fire, Police and Public Works Departments on safety issues and practices. Prottsman has a B.S. in Industrial Safety and is working towards a Master of Public Administration from Roosevelt University. She has two professional designations, including Certified Safety Professional credentials and an Associate in Risk Management from the American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters and Insurance Institute of America. Prottsman also belongs to the Risk and Insurance Management Society, Public Risk Management Association, American Society of Safety Engineers and the National Safety Council.

17th Annual Festival of Cultures
The Skokie Festival of Cultures, Chicagoland’s most entertaining and unique family event, offers education, entertainment and loads of fun for the entire family.

This annual event takes place at Oakton Park (corner of Skokie Boulevard and Oakton Street) on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission is free.

The Village of Skokie, the Skokie Park District, the Skokie Human Relations Commission, the Skokie Valley Rotary Club, the Skokie Public Library, the Skokie Kiwanis Club, the Skokie Chamber of Commerce and leaders from Skokie’s ethnic communities are involved in the year-long planning process.

For more information about the Skokie Festival of Cultures, please visit www.skokieculturefest.org.

Village Commissioners Awarded
The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie set the stage for the April 23, 2007 Boards and Commissions Banquet. Thirty Commissioners were honored for their many years of volunteer services and dedication to the Village of Skokie.

The following list highlights those Commissioners recognized and their award years:

Advisory Commission on Disabilities:
Dr. Edward McCarron, 25 years
Thomas Kucera, 20 years

Advisory Commission on Human Services:
Leona Davis, 20 years
Mary Q. Geller, 5 years

Beautification and Improvement Commission:
Harvey Fink, 20 years
Irving Patner, 20 years
Mitchell H. Sandler, 20 years
Edward M. Potash, 15 years
Mariano A. Santos, 10 years
Dakshes Laxpati, 5 years

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners:
David Jones, 40 years
Gabriel Hostalet, 20 years

Board of Health:
Lloyd Gordon, 20 years
Dr. Herbert S. Lipschultz, 10 years
Dr. William Plotkin, 10 years
Dr. Michael Drachler, 5 years
Dr. Edward Kaplan, 5 years
Ruth Varma, 5 years

Cable Television Advisory Commission:
Ken Grossman, 5 years
Walter Holden, 5 years
Carl Lemaine, 5 years

Fine Arts Commission:
Pamela Garbarini, 20 years
Ellen A. Waxberg, 10 years
Mira Chander, 5 years

If you are interested in joining one of Skokie’s many volunteer Boards and Commissions and would like further information on how to become an active member of the Skokie community, please contact the Mayor’s office at 847/933-8269 or visit www.skokie.org.

Yard Flooding
The Village implemented a Village-wide flood control project to prevent flooding and water backup in Skokie basements. Zoning and other code regulations also have been put in place to prevent water runoff and flooding problems from new construction.

All new commercial, industrail and multiple-family residential developments must meet strict water detention requirements as water detention must be provided for all impermeable surfaces on site. This water is stored on site during a storm and then released slowly into the public sewer system based on Village and Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago specifications.

New developments must detain water on site equal to that which would fall in a 100-year storm and must also meet applicable yard setback and lot coverage requirements that reduce water runoff problems.

All new single-family homes also must meet strict code requirements to assure that flooding problems do not result from the construction. These requirements include setbacks and impermeable surface and lot coverage regulations. New homes also must have an approved drainage plan and downspouts must be directed to assure that water runoff flows to a street or alley. As a result, new homes are less likely to cause water runoff than existing homes.

Please call the Community Development Department at 847/933-4223 for further information.

Recent Village Board Action
The Board approved the purchase of three motor pool cars, one of which is a hybrid vehicle to replace current motor pool vehicles that are twelve years old. The hybrid vehicle combines battery power along with a small gasoline engine to provide additional power and fuel savings for the Village. Environmentally, these vehicles emit ultra-low emissions which improve air quality for everyone.

The Board approved the purchase of Fire Department Turnout Gear, part of the personal protective equipment worn by firefighters to protect them from the environments encountered during emergency situations. The purchase will be made with funding awarded to the Fire Department through the 2006 Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.

The Board approved an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and the Village for the design phase of the CTA Skokie Swift Downtown Oakton Street station. The Village is in the beginning of the Design Phase of this project and the agreement is necessary to complete this phase.

The Board heard a presentation by Ann Tennes, Director of Marketing and Communications, regarding the results of the 2006 National Citizen Survey. Skokie’s ratings were compared with those from surveys in over 400 other United States jurisdictions. Of the 26 Village services compared on a national level, 18 or 70% rated in the 90th percentile or better.

The Skokie Village Board meets the first and third Mondays of each month, except in the case of a holiday. Meetings begin at 8 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street .

Watch the Village Board Meetings on SkokieVision Cable Television (Channel 22 on RCN systems, Channel 17 on Comcast systems). The Board Meetings are broadcast at noon and 8 p.m. on the Thursday, Saturday and Tuesday following a Board Meeting.

Upcoming Public Meetings
All meetings are held at Village Hall ( 5127 Oakton Street).

West Howard Street Improvements (A on map)
Timetable: March-October
The Cook County Highway Department will reconstruct, widen and improve drainage along the section of west Howard Street from New Gross Point Road to Edens West Frontage Road.

Lincolnwood Drive Improvements (B on map)
Timetable: September-October
Construction of new street pavement including curb, drainage improvements, sidewalks and parkway restoration.

Woods Drive Improvements (C on map)
Timetable: April-June
Final pavement surface, street lighting and landscaping on Woods Drive from Golf Road to Old Orchard Road.

Traffic Signal Installation (D on map)
Timetable: April-May
Installation of traffic signals on Woods Drive at Golf Road and at Old Orchard Road.

Residential Street Resurfacing (E on map)
Timetable: April-July
Resurfacing of three miles of residential streets at various locations throughout the Village.

CDBG Street Resurfacing (F on map)
Timetable: September-October
Resurfacing of four blocks at various locations using Community Development Block Grant funds.

Parking Lot Resurfacing (G on map)
Timetable: August
Resurfacing of one Village parking lot.

Residential Street Lighting (H on map)
Timetable: May-June
Installation of street lights on Laramie Avenue from Howard Street to Frontage Road and on Frontage Road west of Laramie Avenue.

Sewer Rehabilitation (I on map)
Timetable: May-July
Lee Street from LeClaire Avenue to Terminal Avenue; Jerome Street from Laramie Avenue to Lavergne Avenue and Keystone Avenue south of Noyes Street, Bronx Avenue from Greenwood to Grove and Keystone Avenue from Payne to Noyes.

Water Main Improvements (J on map)
Timetable: April-August
Water main replacement on Central Park between Howard Street and Jarvis Avenue, LeClaire Avenue from Golf Road to Niles North High School; Williamsburg

Subdivision and Old Orchard Road from Lavergne Avenue to Lawler Avenue.

Timetable: April-October
Resurfacing of the following streets: Oakton Street from Caldwell Avenue to Long Avenue and Carpenter Road from Touhy Avenue to Lunt Avenue.

Reconstruction of the Emerson Street bridge over the North Shore Channel starting in late fall.

2006 Improvement Projects
Thanks to Skokie residents for their patience with these important improvement projects.

West Dempster Streetscape Project

Pictured to the right is the completion of the streetscape improvements on Dempster Street from the Edens Expressway to Kilpatrick Avenue. The improvements included new sidewalks, street furniture, street lighting and landscaping.

East Oakton Street Improvement Project
Shown below, this project involved the coordination of the Village and the Cook County Highway Department for improvements between Skokie Boulevard and McCormick Boulevard. Improvements included resurfacing, drainage upgrades and removal of stepped sidewalks.

Skokie ’s Howard Street Improvement Project Recognized
The Village of Skokie’s recent Howard Street Improvement Project (shown below) received recognition from the Suburban Branch of the Metro Chapter of the American Public Works Association. The Village received the 2006 Project of the Year Award in the Transportation category for the multi-year project.

The award acknowledges the excellent interrelationship between the Skokie Public Works Engineering Division, led by Engineering Director Fred Schattner, and the consultants and contractors that worked together to complete the project.

May is National Hypertension Education Month
Knowing to call 9-1-1 in an emergency can save your life. So can knowing your blood pressure numbers.

High blood pressure is dangerous. It increases your chances of developing heart

disease and stroke, the first and third leading causes of death for Americans. It can also lead to other life-threatening conditions, such as heart failure, kidney disease and blindness.

Fortunately, it is possible to prevent and control high blood pressure. Often simple lifestyle changes can do the trick. These include:

• Losing weight, if necessary, and maintaining a healthy weight;
• Being physically active;
• Eating less salt and sodium;
• Following an eating plan rich in fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy foods, moderate in total fat and cholesterol, and low in saturated fat; and
• If you drink alcoholic beverages, doing so in moderation.

If these lifestyle changes aren't enough to reduce your blood pressure, your doctor may prescribe medication. Work closely with your doctor to find the best dose, and then take your medication as your doctor prescribes.

You can have your blood pressure checked free of charge at the Skokie Health Department on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m.; Wednesday mornings from 9 to 10:30 a.m.; and Wednesday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information, contact the Health Department at 847/933-8252.

National Women’s Health Week
The nation celebrates National Women’s Health Week from May 13 through May 19, 2007. National Women's Health Week is a nationwide effort to encourage women to visit health care professionals to receive regular, preventive check-ups and screenings.

To participate in National Women's Health Week, women can contact the Skokie Health Department to schedule an appointment for a special screening clinic to be held on May 14 and 15. The screening tests include blood pressure, lipid profile, diabetes, colorectal cancer, and hearing. For this clinic only, these screenings are available free of charge to Skokie women. Proof of residency is required.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Health Department at 847/933-8252.

Monday Senior Group
All programs take place at 1:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

May 7 - Table Games
Reserve your table to play a game of your choice. Bring treats and enjoy a fun afternoon with your friends.

May 8 (Tuesday) - Healthy Cooking on a Budget
Alexander Aranas of Allied Home Health Care will present healthy cooking on a budget. Samples will be given out and the program can accommodate approximately 25 to 30 people. Registration is required due to limited space. Note: This program begins at 1 p.m.

May 14 - Bingo
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon, including treats and a musical performance by Fairview school, led by Karyn Israel.

May 21 - Bingo
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Bingo. There is a $1 fee due at time of registration.

Keep Your Property Neat
Most Skokie residents and business owners take pride in the appearance of their property. Unfortunately, some people don’t realize that there are Village ordinances setting standards for property maintenance.

One ordinance enforced by the Health Department prohibits grass or weeds in excess of six inches in height. The ordinance pertains not only to street frontage, but also to side yards and back yards, including areas adjacent to alleyways. Keeping grass and weeds short maintains the attractiveness of the property and eliminates potential hiding places for nuisance animals such as rodents and skunks.

The Health Department asks all Skokie property owners to make sure their grass is cut on a regular basis. Those who do not maintain their property will receive a warning letter. If the grass or weeds are not cut, the Village will mow the property and the owner will be billed for the work. A lien will be placed on the property if the bill is not paid.

For more information about Skokie’s weed ordinance or if you have a concern about improperly maintained properties in Skokie, contact the Health Department’s Environmental Health Division at 847/933-8484.

May 2007 Recycling Schedule
For additional information, contact the Public Works Department at 847/933-8427 or visit www.skokie.org

(*Memorial Day collection: Monday collection on Tuesday, Tuesday collection on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday collection unchanged.)

Health Happenings
Unless otherwise noted, all clinics are held at the Health Department, 5127 Oakton Street. Clinics marked with an (*) require advance registration. For more information or to register for a clinic, call 847/933-8252.

Blood Pressure Screening
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3-4:45 a.m.
Wednesdays, 9-10:30 p.m. and 5-8p.m.

Body Composition Analysis*
Mondays, 2-4:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.
Thursdays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
$4 fee.

Simple Cholesterol Screening (total cholesterol screening only)
Mondays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.
Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.
$5 fee.

Lipid Profile Screening*
(Total Cholesterol, HDL, Triglycerides, LDL, Cholesterol/HDL Ratio)
Mondays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.
$12 fee.

Immunization Clinics*
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Wednesdays 5-8 p.m.
Wednesdays, May 9 and 23, 1:30-4 p.m.

Nutrition Lecture
Thursday, May 17, 2 p.m.
Topic: “Put the Focus on Habits, Not Diets!”

Smith Center Activities
Located at 5120 Galitz Street. Please call 847/933-8208 for more information or to register.

Rules of the Road
Review for driver’s exam.
Monday, May 7, 9:15 a.m.-12 p.m.

Chair Exercises
Registration required.
Mondays and Fridays
11:00-11:30 a.m.

Conversational Yiddish
No fee or registration required. Everyone is welcome.
Tuesdays, May 15, 22 and 29, 1:30 p.m.

Medicare Supplement Claims Assistance/Senior Health Insurance Program
Appointments are necessary.
Wednesday, May 9, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Simple Will/Durable Power of Attorney/Living Will Program
Fee charged by attorney. Call for program details.

Skokie Senior Men’s Group Discussion
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Weber Park, 9300 Weber Park Place

CPR Schedule
The Skokie Fire Department’s CPR class is scheduled for May 15. For information, call 847/982-5340.

Skokie Park District
For more information on Park District programs, call 847/674-1500 or visit www.SkokieParkDistrict.org.

Summer Program Registration
Skokie residents can sign-up for summer classes beginning May 15, 2007 (non-residents May 22, 2007). Sign-up on-line at www.skokieparkdistrict.org or by phone at 847/674-1500.

Superstars on Ice
In this rare small-venue event, watch elite world stars Todd Eldredge, Kurt Browning, Tanith Belbin, Alissa Czisny, Jenny Meno, Todd Sand, Steven Cousins and more take their turns on center ice at the Park District’s legendary Skatium Ice Arena. Tuesday, May 15, 7 p.m. at the Weber Leisure Center, 9300 Weber Park Place.

17th Annual Skokie Festival of Cultures
Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton Street.

Call For Artists:
Skokie Art Guild seeks artists for its 46th Annual Art Fair, July 7-8, 2007, held on the Village Green, 5211 Oakton Street, next to the Skokie Public Library. For more information, please call 847/677-8163 or email skokieart@aol.com.

Visiting Authors
Tuesday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. William Rubin will visit and introduce a complete graphic history of Israel. Written for adults and teens, Homeland: The Illustrated History of the State of Israel, presents Israel’s story in an engaging way that helps readers understand key information about 4,000 years of complicated history.

Thursday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. Elizabeth Berg, New York Times bestselling author, will speak and sign copies of her new novel, Dream While You’re Feeling Blue.

Current Events Discussions
On Wednesday, May 2 at 7:30pm, the Great Decisions Discussion Group will see a video presentation and have a brief discussion on international migration in a globalizing economy.

Wednesday, May 9, the group will reconvene for group deliberation. For more information, call Michaela Haberkern or Bruce Brigell at 847/673-7774. A new topic will be selected for the group’s summer meetings.

Ready to Download Movies?
The Library has an initial collection of 350 films that you can download free onto your home computer or laptop. The films are mostly documentaries, children’s films, classic black-and-white movies, travelogues, and self-help films. For move information, ask at the Readers Services Desk or click on Movies & Music at www.skokielibrary.info.

North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie
Located at 9501 Skokie Blvd. For more information, call 847/673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.

Skokie Fourth of July 2007 Parade Application
Everyone is invited to participate! This spectacular event is organized by a group of dedicated volunteers and co-sponsored by the Village of Skokie, Niles Township Government and the Skokie Park District. Join us at noon in Downtown Skokie on July 4th. Applications will only be accepted through Friday, May 25, 2007. No exceptions!

Note: All applications must be approved by the Parade Committee. A Letter of Acceptance will be sent upon approval.

Return all applications to:
Fern Katz, Chairperson
4th of July Committee
P.O. Box 702
Skokie, IL 60077

The Village of Skokie
Council/Manager Government
Since 1957

Officials:
Mayor
George Van Dusen

Clerk
Marlene Williams

Trustees
Michele L. Bromberg
Michael A. Gelder
Frank G. McCabe
Donald P. Perille
Randall E. Roberts
Edie Sue Sutker

Manager
Albert J. Rigoni

Counsel
J. Patrick Hanley

Phone Numbers:
Emergency
9-1-1

Information
847/673-0500

TTY
847/933-8455

Fire Non-Emergency
847/982-5300

Police Non-Emergency
847/982-5900

Citizens Assistance
933-8480

Managing Editor
Ann Tennes

Copyright ©2007 by Village of Skokie

• Skokie residents gave high ratings for community safety relative to violent crime, property crime and fire, with Skokie ranking above national norms.

• 94% of those surveyed said they feel very to somewhat safe in their Skokie neighborhood during the day, with 0% saying they feel very unsafe.

• These ratings and those regarding daytime and after-dark safety in Downtown Skokie and Skokie parks are all above national norms.

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