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Amazon Facility Gets Unanimous Skokie Plan Commission Backing
Commissioners recommended approving a special use permit after Amazon began operating at the site with a temporary certificate of occupancy.

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Commissioners recommended approving a special use permit after Amazon began operating at the site with a temporary certificate of occupancy.

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