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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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Mayor Chris Curtis

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Fall Festival

Four fun events… one BIG day!

The ultimate fall family event is just around the corner! Join us at River Road Park in Kankakee on Saturday, September 30 for a full day of fun!

Community Leadership Luncheon

Join us and other community leaders on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 11:30 AM to the Kankakee Public Library.

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September 2023

Sep 30th

Kankakee Valley Park District's Fall Festival

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

River Road Park (1895 River Road, Kankakee).

The ultimate fall family event is just around the corner! Join us at River Road Park in Kankakee on Saturday, September 30 for a full day of fun!

Sep 30th

Kankakee Valley Park District's Fall Color Run

9:00 am - 11:00 am

River Road Park (1895 River Road, Kankakee).

Kankakee Valley Park District’s Fall Color Run

Sep 30th

Kankakee Valley Park District's 6th Annual Touch-A-Truck

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

River Road Park (1895 River Road, Kankakee).

Kankakee Valley Park District’s 6th Annual Touch-A-Truck - Beep Beep! Fall is just around the corner and you won’t want to miss this event! Mark your calendars