The 2023 Kankakee Christmas Parade is on December 9, 2023, and starts at 4:30 PM CST on the corner of N Schuyler Ave - E Oak St, South down Schuyler Ave, East on East River St, then North on S E Ave ending at the Train Depot Fountain.

The City of Kankakee is thrilled to introduce a new communication tool for all residents. KanConnect allows citizens to easily inform city staff of non-emergency issues within the city limits. It also provides on-the-go access to the latest city news and information.

KANKAKEE RIVER VALLEY REGATTA RETURNS KANKAKEE, Illinois – The City of Kankakee and Kankakee Valley Park District is thrilled to announce the triumphant return of the Kankakee River Valley Regatta Powerboat Races. The races will take place on the beautiful waterway of the Kankakee River and is set to make waves and ignite excitement once again during Labor Day Weekend 2024. This highly anticipated event marks a resounding revival after its last race in the year 2013.

Environmental Services Utility education guides are available at the Kankakee Public Library just inside the main doors.

The City of Kankakee has developed an anonymous tip form in the interest of making a

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Environmental Services Utility encourages you to learn about our city's water and storm water system. ESU brochures are available at the Kankakee Public Library and ECDA store at the Kankakee Farmers Market.

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Have you had problems with your garbage collection recently? Our friends at the Public Works Department share these links to help us understand the trash service outline for the City of Kankakee. It's worth checking out!

Have you ever wondered what functions Code Enforcement performs in the City of Kankakee? Meet its director Tomora Nelson (pictured) who shows you an informational flyer through this link.

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Code Enforcement Closures

The Code Enforcement Department will be closed from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on November 27 and 30, 2023 and December 1, 2023 for system updates.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

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November 2023

Nov 30th

3rd Annual SIP & SHOP

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Good Vibrations Bar & Restaurant 1680 W Station St Kankakee

It’s gonna be that time of year again. Join us for our 3rd Annual SIP & SHOP Get some of your Holiday Gifts and enjoy some Drinks with Friends. We have 18