Spotlight: Village Boards and Commissions

Did you know the Village of Skokie has nearly 20 advisory boards and commissions that contribute time to planning, researching and analyzing issues affecting quality of life in Skokie?

Approximately 250 Skokie residents serve on Village Boards and Commissions, which make recommendations to the Village Board on issues ranging from economic vitality, to family services, to public safety, to environmental sustainability. The Village Board of Trustees reviews and considers these recommendations, and then directs the Village Manager, who oversees Village staff, to implement them.

Get to know a few of the boards and commissions serving our community below.

Fine Arts Commission

Goal: Promoting interest in cultural and arts activities in Skokie.

Activities: Fine Arts Commission initiatives and activities include coordinating the annual Awards for Artistic Excellence and Students’ Outstanding Artist Recognition (SOAR) student art show, providing grants to support Skokie artists and organizations, organizing the annual Skokie Through the Lens community photography exhibit, celebrating Arts and Humanities Month in October, and hosting storytelling and artist networking events.

Beautification & Improvement Commission

Goal: Promoting and educating residents on environmentally sustainable gardening and landscaping, advocating for the enhancement of Skokie’s tree canopy, and improving the overall aesthetics of Skokie.

Activities: Beautification & Improvement Commission initiatives and activities include designing, supporting, and funding landscaping for public properties; sponsoring the annual Arbor Day observation, Property Owner’s Beautification Awards, and Clean Green litter activities; and coordinating with Village staff to promote and increase Skokie’s tree canopy.

Learn more and apply to serve on a Village Board or Commission at skokie.org/628/Boards-Commissions.