I actually talked to Chuck recently who is a CCFPD fishing regular. And this guy knows his stuff! Before last week, the last time I talked to him was on the ice at Axehead 2 years ago. He was doing quite well.
The biggest problem with ice on the FP lakes is the damned geese! But when there is a good freeze, success can be had!
One other note... Skokie Lagoons is COMPLETELY closed to ice fishing this year.