Residents of Skokie

Residents of Skokie are in charge of electing the five-member Board of Park Commissioners who are responsible for setting policies and procedures that best benefit the Park District and Community. The Board appoints and evaluates the Executive Director, selects a president and vice president and appoints a secretary, treasurer and attorney. In addition, the board adopts a budget and levies property taxes. Board members serve as liaisons between various community organizations and committees.