Based on a study done by 4Insights, Skokie is in a good position to proceed with plans to revitalize the downtown area. The recent economic downturn has curtailed many plans for improvement, so the area remains outdated. According to Carol Gies of 4Insights, there is a three year window of opportunity for Skokie to attract new retailers to a three mile area of downtown. Based on a survey distributed by the firm, there is one group of residents who sees the area as a place for leisure, small shops, and browsing and the other group sees it as a business district offerin
